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 Police honor veterans through Wreaths Across America program
TOMS RIVER, NJ — Officers from the Toms River Police Department joined the Wreaths Across America program on December 13, placing wreaths on the graves of military veterans to honor their service…
Sticks & Stones Billiards opens in Brick Township
BRICK TOWNSHIP, NJ – Mayor Lisa Crate and Councilwoman Heather deJong welcomed Sticks & Stones Billiards to the township in a ribbon-cutting ceremony celebrating the opening of the new recreation and entertainment…
Jackson Council Passes Ordinance to Close High Density Housing Loophole
JACKSON, NJ – Grappling with the prospect of new and massive apartment and townhome projects throughout the community, the Jackson Township Council passed an ordinance on Tuesday night that would limit the…
Brick man pleads guilty to desecration of human remains in gruesome Ocean County double murder-suicide case
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Jared Krysiak, 34, of Brick Township, pleaded guilty to desecration of human remains on Monday in Ocean County Superior Court, admitting his role in a gruesome case involving…
Ocean County Jail Blotter: Here’s What’s Happening
TOMS RIVER, NJ – The following individuals were booked into the Ocean County Jail in the past 24 hours on charges. Each incident is independent of itself. Estiven Ferney Vidalospina, a 25-year-old…
Toms River’s Homeless Camps Cleared, As Mayor Connnects Occupants with Accomodations, Programs Ahead of Christmas Season
TOMS RIVER, N.J. – Mayor Dan Rodrick confirmed this week that Toms River has successfully cleared its homeless camps and tent cities, working with state officials to implement short-term and long-term solutions…
Multi-vehicle crash in Barnegat sends several to hospitals
BARNEGAT, N.J. – A multi-vehicle accident on Barnegat Boulevard North Tuesday morning resulted in multiple injuries and hospitalizations, authorities said. The crash occurred at approximately 7:11 a.m. between Melissa Drive and Rosehill…
Large Police Presence on Herbertsville Road in Brick, Here’s Why
BRICK TOWNSHIP, N.J. – The Brick Township Police Department is conducting a training exercise today, December 17, that will result in a significant presence of police vehicles and personnel in the area…
Department of Defense Dismisses Ocean County Sheriff’s Claim of Drones Trailing U.S. Coast Guard Vessel
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Department of Defense Secretary Josh Kirbyb is pushing back against recent claims of unusual drone activity off the New Jersey coast, saying that sightings are largely misidentified air…
Vandal defaces warehouse construction sign with obscene graffiti in Jackson
JACKSON, N.J. — A large sign promoting a planned 185,000-square-foot warehouse and retail complex at the intersection of Whitesville Road and South Hope Chapel Road has been defaced with vulgar graffiti. The…
Brick Police Thankful for Crumby Job
BRICK TOWNSHIP, N.J. — The Brick Township Police Department expressed gratitude on Monday for a special holiday gesture from a local bakery, Mike’s Crumb Cake Factory, which delivered crumb cakes to officers…
Man Arrested for Assault in Ocean County with Active Immigration Detainer
OCEAN COUNTY, N.J. — Ruben Perez Romero, a 33-year-old male, is being held in Ocean County following his commitment to custody on Sunday. Court records show Perez Romero faces a single charge…
New Jersey Candidate for Governor: New Jersey Drone Fiasco a Failed Test of National Security
A fleet of mysterious drones spotted off the New Jersey coast has raised alarm among state officials, with gubernatorial candidate Joseph Rudy Rullo sharply criticizing state and federal authorities for what he…
Whitesville Road Closure in Jackson as Utility Work Continues
JACKSON TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A section of Whitesville Road closure is nearing its 30-day expected closure end, as extensive roadwork conducted by A to Z Contractors, township officials announced. The closure, which…
New Jersey Sheriff’s Eerie Report: 50 Drones Emerging from the Atlantic, Some Followed U.S. Coast Guard Patrol
Sheriff Mastronardy has described an unnerving encounter that sounds like it’s straight out of a sci-fi thriller. According to his account, 50 drones were spotted emerging from the Atlantic Ocean, with some…
Mike, the New Jersey Pirate Kitty, Seeking a Furrrrrr-ever Home
NEWARK, N.J. — A three-month-old kitten named Mike, affectionately nicknamed “the mighty one-eyed pirate,” is seeking a permanent home after being rescued and placed in the care of the Associated Humane Societies…
Rise and Shine: Exploring Toms River’s Top Bagel and Breakfast Spots
Toms River, nestled in the heart of the Jersey Shore, is a bagel lover’s paradise. Whether you’re starting your day or grabbing a midday bite, the area’s bagel and breakfast shops deliver…
Ocean County man charged on multiple child abuse charges
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Noel Olivera-Diaz, 32, has been incarcerated in Ocean County as of Saturday on multiple charges of child abuse, cruelty, and neglect, according to county inmate records. Court records…
Manchester police address recent drone sightings, urge public not to call 911 to report sightings
MANCHESTER, N.J. — The Manchester Police Department is investigating a series of drone sightings reported in the area, asking residents to avoid dialing 911 for non-emergency concerns regarding the devices. In a…
New Jersey warns firefighters, cops to avoid crashed drones over serious health and safety concerns
TRENTON, N.J. — A newly issued safety bulletin from the New Jersey Division of Fire Safety is advising first responders to maintain caution and distance when encountering downed unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs),…