Gunfire erupts outside high school football game in Charles County, no injuries reported
Waldorf, MD – A Friday night football game at St. Charles High School ended in chaos after gunshots were fired in the parking lot, according to the Charles County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies…
Toms River ordinance reduces burdensome regulations and costly expenses for backyard sheds
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — The Toms River Township Council is amending its building ordinances to ease permit requirements for small sheds and backyard structures, aiming to reduce financial and regulatory burdens for…
Two illegal Aliens Who Dumped Body of Murdered Man in Ocean County in October Linked to International Crime Syndicate
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Gaurav Singh, 27; Nirmal Singh, 30; and Gurdeep Singh, 22, three men living in Greenwood, Indiana were arrested in Indiana on a warrant for murder in New Jersey, have…
Woman Held on Assault Charge in Ocean County
OCEAN COUNTY, N.J. — A woman was booked into the Ocean County jail on Friday and is being held without bail on an assault charge, according to inmate records. Netishia Cosme-Cruz, 34,…
New Jersey Democrats Vote to Limit Who Can Run for Office in Elections
TRENTON, N.J. — The field in both political parties for governor in New Jersey is full this year. For state Democrats, it’s a little too full for their comfort, and now, they’re…
Toms River Rejects New Jersey’s Latest High Density, Low-Income Housing Demands
TOMS RIVER, NJ — The state of New Jersey is trying to force Toms River Township to build almost 700 new high-density affordable housing units, but Mayor Dan Rodrick and the township council…
Brick Township swears in new special law enforcement officers
BRICK, N.J. — Four new Special Law Enforcement Officers (SLEO I) were sworn in during Tuesday night’s town council meeting, joining the Brick Township Police Department. Chief David Forrester and Mayor Lisa…
Brick to hold annual rabies vaccination clinic on January 25
BRICK, N.J. — Brick Township will host its annual Rabies Vaccination Clinic on Saturday, January 25, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Drum Point Sports Complex. The clinic will offer…
New hair salon opens in Brick with ribbon-cutting ceremony
BRICK, N.J. — Local officials joined the Brick Township Chamber of Commerce to celebrate the grand opening of Palms Hair Salon with a ceremonial ribbon cutting. The event marked the official launch…
Newark man charged under new home invasion law in auto theft ring targeting the Jersey Shore area
TRENTON, N.J. — A Newark man has been charged in connection with an auto theft and home burglary ring, becoming the first person prosecuted under New Jersey’s new home invasion law, authorities…
Notice of Public Hearing – NJDEP Green Acres Program – Jake’s Law Playground Funding Application
PURPOSE: Jackson Township is seeking funding through the State of NJ Green Acres Program for improvements at Jackson Justice Complex Playground located at 1 Jackson Dr, Jackson, NJ 08527, part of Block 16701,…
Meet Your New Best Friend: Adoptable Pets at AHS/Popcorn Park Animal Shelter
Looking for a furry or fluffy friend to add to your family? The AHS/Popcorn Park Animal Shelter in Forked River, NJ, has some incredible pets waiting for their forever homes. As part…
Police seek help locating missing Manchester Township man
MANCHESTER TOWNSHIP, N.J. — Authorities are asking for the public’s help in locating 57-year-old Raymond Palmieri, who was last seen on January 27 in the area of Bone Hill Road, police said…
Jackson to Host Special Council Meeting Thursday
JACKSON, N.J. — The Jackson Township Council has announced a special meeting for Thursday, January 30, after an error in the advertisement of the 2025 meeting schedule led to the cancellation of…
New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy Announces Support 16-Year-Old Voting Rights in Local Elections
TRENTON, N.J. — Governor Phil Murphy expressed his support for allowing 16- and 17-year-olds to vote in local elections, responding to a question posed by the Class President of North Hunterdon High…
Ciattarelli secures wave of endorsements from Ocean County leaders in governor’s race
LONG BEACH ISLAND, N.J. — Republican gubernatorial candidate Jack Ciattarelli bolstered his campaign Monday, earning endorsements from prominent Ocean County figures, including former state Sen. Chris Connors, former Assemblywoman DiAnne Gove, and…
New Jersey restaurant removes controversial Proud Boy burger with White American Cheese from menu
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Aqua Blu Kitchen & Cocktails, a bayfront restaurant in Toms River, has removed a controversial menu item dubbed the “Proud Boy Burger” after backlash erupted online. The burger,…
Single-car crash in Berkeley Township claims passenger’s life
BERKELEY TOWNSHIP, NJ – A motor vehicle crash on Grand Central Parkway resulted in the death of a passenger and charges for the driver, according to Berkeley Township Police. On Monday at…
Large Police Presence at Brick Park, Here’s Why
BRICK TOWNSHIP, N.J. — Residents near Lake Riviera Park may notice an increased police presence today as officers participate in ice water rescue training, the Brick Township Police Department announced. The training…
Toms River Republicans Joined by State Leaders to Celebrate First Year Accomplishments of Mayor Rodrick
OCEAN BEACH, NJ – It was standing room only Thursday night at the Channel Marker restaurant in Ocean Beach as state, county, and local Republican leaders and supporters gathered to celebrate the…
Manchester police seek public’s help in identifying hit-and-run suspect
MANCHESTER, N.J. — The Manchester Township Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying a suspect involved in a hit-and-run crash that occurred at the QuickChek convenience store on January…