Red Bank driver accused in Lakewood double fatal crash stays jailed
Red Bank man to remain jailed on manslaughter and homicide charges after deadly Lakewood crash TOMS RIVER, NJ – A 43-year-old Red Bank man charged in a July crash that killed two…
Freehold woman arrested for multiple vehicle burglaries in Ocean Township
A Freehold woman was arrested Thursday evening in Ocean Township after police responded to reports of a person entering several unlocked vehicles, according to the Township of Ocean Police Department. Officers were…
Stafford police report uptick in vandalism at township parks
STAFFORD TOWNSHIP, NJ — A wave of vandalism targeting public park bathrooms has prompted increased police patrols and the installation of security equipment across Stafford Township, according to a statement released Friday…
Brush fire erupts near Route 195 in Jackson Township
JACKSON TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A brush fire broke out moments ago, on Wednesday in the area of Route 195 in Jackson Township, prompting a coordinated response from local fire departments and the…
Fiery crash kills young driver, ignites forest fire in Manchester Township
Manchester, NJ — A 22-year-old Manchester man was killed and another driver injured in a violent two-vehicle crash Sunday afternoon that sparked a massive fire in a wooded area off Pasadena Road,…
Toms River Township slashes $5.5 million in payroll to keep taxes at 0%
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — If you live in Toms River, you’re not going to have to worry about your municipal taxes increasing this year. Toms River Mayor Dan Rodrick announced that the…
Jackson Township resolves email problems, council vows to investigate
The Jackson Township and police department email and computer services have been restored. Please note that any emails sent to the township from Sunday through Wednesday did not go through. Please re-send…
Wall Township fire crews join overnight battle to protect homes from massive Jones Road Wildfire
WALL TWP., N.J. — Wall Township emergency services deployed multiple units to assist with firefighting efforts in Ocean County on Tuesday as a massive wildfire near Jones Road threatened neighborhoods and forced…
Roseld Avenue Closed Due to Downed Pole in Ocean Township
OCEAN TOWNSHIP, NJ — Roseld Avenue is closed between Monmouth Road and Wickapecko Drive due to a downed utility pole. The closure began Saturday night and is expected to remain in effect…
Man busted with loaded gun and high-capacity magazine in Brick Township traffic stop
BRICK TOWNSHIP, NJ — A Lakewood man was arrested and charged with multiple weapons offenses after Brick Township Police discovered a loaded handgun during a traffic stop earlier this month, authorities announced.…
Back in action: Brick Township Teen Center reopens with ribbon cutting and new features
BRICK TOWNSHIP, N.J. — The Brick Township Teen Center has officially reopened at the Civic Plaza, welcoming students in grades 6 through 12 to a newly re-imagined facility packed with activities and…
Bagels meet burritos at Casa Oaxaca Mexican fusion in Brick Township
BRICK TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A unique blend of bagels and bold Mexican flavors has officially landed in Brick Township, with the grand opening of Casa Oaxaca Bagels and Mexican Fusion drawing local…
Manchester Township mayor honors emergency dispatchers during National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week
MANCHESTER, NJ — Mayor Joseph T. Hankins has officially proclaimed April 13–19, 2025, as National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week in Manchester Township, recognizing the critical role of telecommunications personnel who serve as…
Liberty roars: Jackson cheer champs crowned state and national victors, honored by township council
JACKSON, N.J. — The Jackson Liberty High School cheerleading team was honored by the township council this month after capturing both state and national championship titles, along with top accolades for sportsmanship…
Plumsted official sues township, former mayor over alleged gender bias and political retaliation
PLUMSTED TOWNSHIP, NJ — A longtime municipal employee has filed a lawsuit against the Township of Plumsted and Mayor Dominick Cuozzo, alleging years of gender-based discrimination, political retaliation, and whistleblower harassment, according…
Brick Township launches spring leaf collection April 7
BRICK, N.J. — Brick Township will begin its annual Spring Collection of bagged leaves on Monday, April 7, with pickups scheduled according to residents’ recycling days and continuing through April 25. Key…
Summer’s calling: Brick Township opens registration for kids’ camp on April 7
BRICK, N.J. — Registration for Brick Township’s 2025 Recreation Summer Camp opens Monday, April 7 at 7:30 a.m., giving families the chance to enroll their children in a six-week program packed with…
Boogie nights: Brick Township opens registration for 1970s-themed senior citizen prom
BRICK, N.J. — Registration is now open for Brick Township’s Annual Senior Prom, inviting residents aged 60 and older to attend a 1970s-themed night of music, dancing, and food on Friday, May…
Jackson Township honors Minit Stop Deli as small business of the month
JACKSON, N.J. — A neighborhood staple for more than four decades, Minit Stop Deli Market & Meats was recognized by the Jackson Township Council as February’s Small Business of the Month, celebrating…
Barnegat Township welcomes new officer with experience across multiple shore departments
BARNEGAT, NJ — The Barnegat Township Police Department officially welcomed Patrolman Stephen Adams to its ranks on Tuesday, swearing in the seasoned officer during a ceremony attended by his family, friends, and…
Jackson Township salutes Ocean County librarians with proclamation for National Library Week
JACKSON, N.J. — The Jackson Township Council honored the Ocean County Library and its staff during a recent council meeting, issuing a proclamation recognizing National Library Week and the critical role libraries…