TOMS RIVER, NJ – A Toms River teen was responsible for the death of a juvenile passenger after a crash in Lakewood Township, according to the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office. Ocean County…
Thor is coming up on his 5 year anniversary with us in a few days folks…..we think it’s high time he got himself a great home of his own. This handsome boy…
TOMS RIVER –Stretch and warm up first, bend your knees and take breaks when you start to feel discomfort. Those were among the recommendations made by two physical therapists, Devon Fanelli and…
This adorable little friend is Max, a 9 year old Boston terrier that is eager to get going into a great new home. Max had a home for his whole life, but…
COOL CAT OF THE DAY~ ROSEBUD This pretty girl has got a pretty name to match- her name is Rosebud, and she is about 3 1/2 years old. Rosebud came to us…
We are looking for a very special home for a very special little girl. Cindy is ready to start her search again for that special someone that will give her the lifetime…
Although she looks like Toto, Lady is a little girl, but they do have the same wish, “there’s no place like home”. Lady has been dreaming of a home of her own…
These adorable little guys are Mario and Luigi, two young brothers that would love a great home of their own. The boys never had a home and they’re eager to find out…
Less than a week into 2015, a Jersey Shore marine mammal rehabilitation center has its first guest of the year. The newest resident at the Marine Mammal Stranding Center (MMSC), a Brigantine-based…
With the coldest air of the season arriving tonight, it’s a good time to consider some preventive measures to protect water pipes. According to the National Weather Service, temperatures at the Jersey…
We are so thrilled to announce that our darling boy Lucas has found himself a wonderful home of his own. Lucas was such a special boy, right from then start. We received…
COOL CAT OF THE DAY~ REX Rex is still waiting folks, and is wondering when it will be his turn to get noticed. Rex came to us way back in January 2013…
WHEN will this neglect and cruelty stop?! We hoped for a kinder and more humane 2015, but it’s not off to a very good start. Meet Brook, the latest victim of animal…
Be sure to go over to our official Popcorn Park Animal Refuge page, and check out the album of some of our Refuge animals enjoying the first snow of the year today!…
Hot off the presses- Our latest edition of The Humane News is in! This issue is filled with stories of animal rescues here in New Jersey, and around the world. There are…
TOMS RIVER – Ocean County Library’s Lakewood branch, 301 Lexington Avenue., will host a free, seven-session class to prepare people who want to take the test for US citizenship. The class is…
Article By MTHS Student Kacie Mandella MANCHESTER –Students from the Manchester Township High School Engineering Technology Program went to Ocean County College for their annual Robotics competition on December 3. Students were…
By Catherine Galioto BERKELEY – The developer of Berkeley Family Apartments filed suit against the township recently, and Planning Board Attorney Gregory McGuckin said he will oppose the lawsuit, made after the…
By Judy Smestad-Nunn TOMS RIVER – Township plows, salters, sanders and brine trucks have been serviced and are ready for snow removal in the event of a snowstorm, according to Lou Amoruso,…
NEW JERSEY – New Jersey’s municipalities will receive more than $15 million in state recycling grants to help implement and enhance local recycling efforts, Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) Commissioner Bob Martin…
By Catherine Galioto BERKELEY – As elected officials chose who among them would lead the council, one councilmember submitted his letter of resignation, creating a vacancy. At the beginning of this year’s…
By Judy Smestad-Nunn TOMS RIVER – An ordinance that establishes the position of Assistant Records Manager was passed on its final reading at last week’s council meeting. After the meeting, Township Clerk…
By Catherine Galioto SEASIDE HEIGHTS – Despite the chilly air, hundreds came out throughout the day in Seaside Heights to celebrate the last afternoon of the year at First Night Seaside Heights.…
Minor snow accumulations are on tap for tomorrow as a disturbance moves through the region, forecasters say. The Alberta Clipper system, a fast moving low pressure system that forms in southwestern Canada…
Authorities have closed a portion of Route 70 in Lakewood for an accident investigation Monday afternoon. The Lakewood Scoop reports that an elderly pedestrian was seriously injured after being struck by a vehicle…