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…
Structure Fire Investigated in Berkeley Township Senior Community
Structure Fire Investigated in Berkeley Township **Berkeley Twp., NJ** - On Friday at approximately 1:29 PM, Berkeley Township Police Department officers responded to a structure fire at 310 St Vincent Ct. in…
Hop to it! Jackson Township Easter egg hunt returns with free family fun
JACKSON, N.J. — Jackson Township is gearing up for a festive family event as it hosts its annual Easter Egg Hunt on April 12 at the Jackson Justice Complex. The event, which…
Senator Andy Kim Town Hall to Protest ‘Trump Lawlessness’ Saturday at Brick Township PAL
JERSEY CITY, N.J. — U.S. Senator Andy Kim (D-N.J.) will kick off a series of in-person town halls this week, continuing his stated commitment to open dialogue with constituents as critical federal…
Brick Township announces spring leaf collection schedule
BRICK TOWNSHIP, NJ — Brick Township’s annual spring leaf collection for bagged leaves will begin on Monday, April 7, and will follow the township’s recycling schedule. The collection schedule is as follows:…
Jackson Township Council Celebrates Police Department Promotions and Welcomes New Officer
JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ – The Jackson Township Council proudly welcomed a new Class II Special Police Officer and celebrated the promotions of several distinguished members of the Jackson Township Police Department during…
Jackson Township Council Says Food Pantry Rat Infestation, Health Issues at Police HQ Must Be Fixed
JACKSON TOWNSHIP, N.J. — Feeding the hungry in Jackson might have to be put on hold as township officials deal with a rat problem. The Jackson Township Council is calling for an…
Barstool Pizza Review: Tramonto’s Pizza in Ocean Township earns solid 7.7
OCEAN TOWNSHIP, N.J. — One bite, everyone knows the rules. Barstool Sports founder Dave Portnoy visited Tramonto’s Pizza in Ocean Township for his latest One Bite Pizza review, scoring the New Jersey…
Princeton Avenue in Brick Township to close for 14-day construction project
BRICK TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A section of Princeton Avenue will be closed to all traffic for up to 14 working days starting on or about March 10, 2025, due to a construction…
Pickup truck rear-ends school bus in Brick Township; minor injuries reported
BRICK TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A pickup truck collided with a Brick Township Public Schools bus Thursday morning after following too closely, causing a rear-end crash, police said. The incident occurred at approximately…
Berkeley Township Man Arrested for Groping, Grabbing Nurse at Rehab Center
TOMS RIVER, NJ – A 67-year-old Berkeley Township man, David Taber, was found guilty of criminal sexual contact on March 5, 2025, following a nearly week-long jury trial in Ocean County Superior…
Brick Township police to host ‘Coffee with a Cop’ event today
BRICK TOWNSHIP, N.J. — Residents will have the opportunity to meet and engage with local police officers during the Brick Township Police Department’s “Coffee with a Cop” event on March 5. The…
Jackson Township to explore grants to improve parks, pedestrian access
JACKSON TOWNSHIP, N.J. — The Jackson Township Council and Mayor Michael Reina recently have submitted multiple grant applications aimed at enhancing park infrastructure and are preparing to apply for additional funding opportunities…
Jackson Township Passes E-Bike Safety Ordinance, Here’s What Residents Need to Know
JACKSON, N.J. – The Jackson Township Council held a public hearing Thursday, February 28, on a new ordinance aimed at safety and regulating low-speed electric bicycles and motorized bicycles within the township.…
Jackson Township chiropractor charged with criminal sexual contact
JACKSON TOWNSHIP, N.J. – A chiropractor in Ocean County has been charged with criminal sexual contact following allegations that he inappropriately touched a patient during an adjustment, authorities said. James Royle, 68,…
Jackson Township man found guilty of aggravated manslaughter in 2020 stabbing
JACKSON TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A Jackson Township man was found guilty of aggravated manslaughter in the 2020 stabbing death of a 23-year-old man, the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office announced. J’Shawn Cutler, 28,…
3,000 without power in Jackson Township as storms topple trees, power lines
JACKSON TOWNSHIP, N.J. — High winds and heavy rains have left 3,000 residents without power in Jackson Township, as downed trees and power lines forced multiple road closures across the area. Emergency…
5,000 Homes Lose Power in Brick Township
BRICK, NJ — Tonight, the township of Brick is battling widespread power outages as high winds whip through Ocean County. Approximately 5,000 homes are currently without electricity, with numerous traffic lights out,…
Jackson Township Council Opposes JCP&L’s Proposed 17-20% Summer Electricity Rate Hike
JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ – The Jackson Township Council is voicing strong opposition to Jersey Central Power & Light’s (JCP&L) proposed 17-20% electricity rate increase set to take effect in the summer of…
Brick Township welcomes two new businesses with ribbon-cutting ceremonies
BRICK TOWNSHIP, N.J. — Mayor Lisa Crate and Councilwoman Heather deJong officially welcomed two new businesses to Brick Township, participating in ribbon-cutting ceremonies for Quilting by the Shore and Victors Salon Studio.…
Brick Township schools announce delayed opening due to icy conditions
BRICK TOWNSHIP, N.J. — Brick Township Public Schools will operate on a two-hour delayed opening schedule Thursday due to forecasted inclement weather and potentially hazardous icy road conditions, officials announced. The Brick…