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…
Ocean County to Solicit Public Input on Kennedy Boulevard and County Line Road Improvement Project
TOMS RIVER, NJ — Ocean County has announced an online public information center to gather community feedback on the Concept Development Study for the improvement of Kennedy Boulevard (County Route 6) and…
Brick Township Announces Beach Vehicle Permit Inspections for 2024-2025 Season
BRICK, NJ — The Township of Brick has opened applications for beach vehicle permits for the 2024-2025 season, with inspections beginning on Wednesday, September 4. These permits grant vehicle access to Brick…
Storm Update: Road Flooding Alerts for Ocean and Monmouth Counties
As heavy rains continue, significant flooding has impacted various roads in Ocean and Monmouth Counties, leading to closures and detours. Motorists are advised to exercise caution and seek alternative routes where possible.…
Prosecutor’s Office Investigating Silverton EMS Over Reported Financial Irregularities
TOMS RIVER, NJ – The Township of Toms River has officially halted its relationship with Silverton EMS amid a criminal investigation over allegations lodged by the Township with the Ocean County Prosecutor’s…
Stafford Schools Ask Voters to Approve $75.7 Million Facilities Bond
MANAHAWKIN, NJ – The Stafford Township School District is gearing up for an upcoming bond referendum with a Community Information Forum set for August 28. The forum, offering both virtual and in-person…
Major Crash in Jackson Township: Overturned Truck and Utility PoleFire
JACKSON, NJ—A major accident involving multiple vehicles, including an overturned box truck, occurred at the intersection of East Veterans Highway and Stacy Court in Jackson Township. The incident resulted in downed wires,…
Jersey Shore Mourns Loss of Former Police Officer After Bout With Cancer
BRICK, NJ – Retired Sergeant David Mazza, known affectionately as Dave or Maz, has passed away on July 27th, 2024, following a valiant struggle with cancer. Born and raised in Deal, NJ,…
Traders Cove Concert Series Returns This August in Brick Township
BRICK TOWNSHIP, NJ – Mayor Lisa Crate and the Township Council are excited to announce the return of the Traders Cove Concert Series, sponsored by Pine Belt Cars, at the Traders Cove…
Brick Township Police Summer Youth Camp: A Day of Learning and Adventure
BRICK TOWNSHIP, NJ – The second day of the Brick Township Police Department Summer Youth Camp offered campers an exciting blend of physical training and hands-on learning experiences. The event, detailed in…
Second Swimmer Drowns in Lake at Abandoned New Jersey Mining Site
Manchester Township, NJ – A visit to the privately-owned 7,000-acre Heritage Mineral property on Monday evening resulted in the tragic drowning of Victor Arias-Peralta, an 18-year-old from Perth Amboy Township. The incident…
Large Police Presence at Manchester Township High School, Here’s Why
Manchester Township, NJ – The Manchester Township Police Department has announced a scheduled training exercise today at Manchester Township High School. This exercise is part of the department’s ongoing efforts to enhance…
Jersey Shore Baseball Star Mark Leiter, Jr. Is Now A New York Yankee Like His Dad and Uncle
BAYVILLE, NJ – The New York Yankees have made a strategic move to strengthen their bullpen by acquiring right-handed pitcher Mark Leiter Jr. from the Chicago Cubs. The trade, which occurred just…
Ocean County Poster Contest Winners Showcased at Commissioner’s Meeting
TOMS RIVER, NJ—In recognition of National County Government Month, Ocean County students participated in a poster contest, showcasing their views on the best qualities of their county, home to over 650,000 residents.…
Ocean County Celebrates New Habitat for Humanity Project for Local Family
BERKELEY TOWNSHIP, NJ—Ocean County Commissioner Frank Sadeghi expressed enthusiasm as he joined local officials and community members to celebrate the commencement of construction on a new Habitat for Humanity home. This initiative,…
Lakewood Man Arrested for Bank Robbery in Brick Township
BRICK, NJ — Chief of Police David Forrester of the Brick Township Police Department announced the arrest of Andrew Borbotko, 3rd, 44, from Lakewood, charged with second-degree robbery related to a recent…
Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office Still Struggling to Meet State Diversity Goals
Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office Struggles to Meet State DEI Guidelines Amid Internship Diversity Concerns OCEAN COUNTY, NJ — On National Intern Day, the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office (OCPO) celebrated its summer interns…
Phil Murphy Forcing District to Shut Down and Sell Elementary School
JACKSON, NJ, July 28, 2024 — The Jackson Township School District is being forced to sell a beloved community elementary school in an underserved and economically disadvantaged neighborhood due to significant state…
State Threatens Toms River School Officials After 9% Tax Increase Falls $12 Million Short
The Administration of Governor Phil Murphy Threatens to Remove Superindendent if Boad Does Not Raise Taxes Even Higher, or Sell Buildings TOMS RIVER, NJ — The Toms River Regional School District has…
Ocean County Man Charged for Crimes Against Child
OCEAN COUNTY, N.J. — David Lyons faces multiple charges stemming from alleged criminal activities involving invasion of privacy and endangering the welfare of a child. Lyons is accused of committing several offenses,…
Charges Filed for Assaulting Healthcare Worker
OCEAN COUNTY, N.J. — Simon Elliot Farino, 20, of Ocean County, has been arrested and charged with aggravated assault in a domestic violence case. Farino was booked into the Ocean County Jail…