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…
Shore Lawmakers Call for Hearings on High-Risk Power Cables for Offshore Wind Project
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Senator Jim Holzapfel, Assemblyman Greg McGuckin, and Assemblyman Paul Kanitra (R-10) have issued a call for legislative hearings concerning the proposal to lay high-risk power cables through densely…
Grand Ol’ Man of the Ocean County GOP Passes at 88
LACEY TOWNSHIP, N.J. — Senator Carmen Amato, Jr., Assemblyman Brian Rumpf, and Assemblyman Gregory Myhre expressed their deep condolences following the passing of John C. Parker, the Chairman of the Ocean County…
Private Equity Firm Acquires Waretown Town Center, Expanding Presence in New Jersey
WARETOWN, N.J. — First National Realty Partners (FNRP), a prominent private equity commercial real estate firm, has announced the acquisition of Waretown Town Center, an 87,735-square-foot shopping center in Waretown, New Jersey.…
Transforming the Seaside Heights Oceanfront: A Major Redevelopment Is on the Horizon
Seaside Heights, NJ, is about to undergo a dramatic transformation, and it’s starting with one of the most prominent oceanfront blocks in town. The area around Lincoln Avenue and Ocean Terrace, once…
Stafford Township Police Marine Unit Assists Vessel in Distress Following Collision with Water Marker
STAFFORD TOWNSHIP, NJ — Early on the morning of August 23, 2024, the Stafford Township Police Marine Unit responded to an urgent call from the United States Coast Guard regarding a vessel…
The Best Tacos in Toms River Can Be Found at These Spots
If you’re craving a taco adventure in Toms River, you’re in for a treat. This shore town is not just about the boardwalk fries and beach vibes; it’s got some seriously tasty…
Rodrick Turns Down Urban Infrastructure Grant to Stop Downtown Toms River City Plan
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Toms River Mayor Dan Rodrick has turned down an urban infrastructure grant that would have laid the foundation to turn the downtown village area into a bustling urbanized…
Annual Town-Wide Yard Sale Set for September 7 in Brick Township
BRICK TOWNSHIP, N.J. — The 4th Annual Town-Wide Yard Sale in Brick Township is scheduled for Saturday, September 7, with nearly 200 homes already registered to participate. Organizers anticipate more households joining…
Lakewood Man Charged with Lewdness and Child Endangerment
LAKEWOOD, N.J. — Two men were arrested in separate incidents on Monday, following investigations by local law enforcement, with both cases involving charges of child endangerment. Patrolman Daniel Grothues apprehended Bassem Benhaiem,…
Jackson Eagle Scout Continues Renovation of Camp Joy Basketball Court
JACKSON, NJ—The first phase of Jackson Township Eagle Scout James Gibbons’ project to renovate the basketball court at Camp Joy has been successfully completed. The project, which involved applying 100 gallons of…
Ten Major League Baseball Players Who Played at the Little League World Series
WILLIAMSPORT, PA—With the Little League World Series upon us, it’s time to reflect on past and present Major League Baseball players who have played in Williamsport over the years. Most notable in…
Toms River Residents Enjoy Summer Concert Series at Shelter Cove Beach
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Residents gathered at Shelter Cove Beach for the fifth show in the Toms River Summer Concert Series, featuring AUSTIN CITY NIGHTS. The event, presented by Mayor Dan Rodrick…
Brick Township Women Sentenced to Jail for Animal Cruelty and Child Neglect
BRICK TOWNSHIP, N.J. — Two women from Brick Township were sentenced to 364 days in the Ocean County Jail on Friday after pleading guilty to charges of animal cruelty and child neglect.…
Brick Township Man Thought She Was 14, But She Was a Cop
BRICK TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A 46-year-old man from Brick Township was arrested Thursday following an investigation that uncovered possession of child p-rnography and attempts to provide obscene material to a minor. Christian…
Brick Pizzeria Gets the Drop on Dave Portnoy in Near Game-Ending Review
Pizza review time! If you know anything about Dave Portnoy, aka the pizza kingpin of the internet, you know he’s got some strong opinions about pizza. And he’s not afraid to drop…
Former Teacher at Ocean County School Charged with Child Endangerment
OCEAN COUNTY, NJ—Douglas Bollinger, 56, from Neptune City, has been charged with two counts of endangering the welfare of a child and two counts of criminal sexual contact, as announced by Ocean…
Traffic Alert: Road Closure on Rt. 9 in Toms River Due to Gas Leak
TOMS RIVER, NJ — The Toms River Police Department has announced an urgent road closure on Rt. 9 following a reported natural gas leak. The affected section, between Cox Cro Road and…
Brick Township to Host 2nd Annual Longest Table Event
BRICK, NJ — Brick Township’s Mayor Lisa Crate invites local residents to participate in the 2nd Annual Longest Table event on Saturday, September 21. The community gathering will take place at Havens…
New Prospect Road Widening Begins to Improve Traffic Safety
JACKSON, NJ—County crews and contractors began a much-anticipated road widening project on South New Prospect Road in Jackson Township this week. According to county officials, the project is aimed at alleviating traffic…
One Bite Pizza Reviews Old Bridge Spot, Here’s What Happened
In his One Bite Pizza Review of Via Sposito in Old Bridge, NJ, Dave Portnoy delivers his usual lively commentary while munching on some thin-crust pizza. The review starts with Portnoy unsure…