TOMS RIVER, N.J. — The Toms River Township Council is amending its building ordinances to ease permit requirements for small sheds and backyard structures, aiming to reduce financial and regulatory …
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Two illegal Aliens Who Dumped Body of Murdered Man in Ocean County in October Linked to International Crime Syndicate
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonTOMS RIVER, N.J. — Gaurav Singh, 27; Nirmal Singh, 30; and Gurdeep Singh, 22, three men living in Greenwood, Indiana were arrested in Indiana on a warrant for murder in New …
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OCEAN COUNTY, N.J. — A woman was booked into the Ocean County jail on Friday and is being held without bail on an assault charge, according to inmate records. Netishia …
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New Jersey Democrats Vote to Limit Who Can Run for Office in Elections
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonTRENTON, N.J. — The field in both political parties for governor in New Jersey is full this year. For state Democrats, it’s a little too full for their comfort, and …
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Toms River Rejects New Jersey’s Latest High Density, Low-Income Housing Demands
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonTOMS RIVER, NJ — The state of New Jersey is trying to force Toms River Township to build almost 700 new high-density affordable housing units, but Mayor Dan Rodrick and the …
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Brick Township swears in new special law enforcement officers
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonBRICK, N.J. — Four new Special Law Enforcement Officers (SLEO I) were sworn in during Tuesday night’s town council meeting, joining the Brick Township Police Department. Chief David Forrester and …
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Brick to hold annual rabies vaccination clinic on January 25
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonBRICK, N.J. — Brick Township will host its annual Rabies Vaccination Clinic on Saturday, January 25, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Drum Point Sports Complex. The clinic …
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New hair salon opens in Brick with ribbon-cutting ceremony
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonBRICK, N.J. — Local officials joined the Brick Township Chamber of Commerce to celebrate the grand opening of Palms Hair Salon with a ceremonial ribbon cutting. The event marked the …
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Newark man charged under new home invasion law in auto theft ring targeting the Jersey Shore area
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonTRENTON, N.J. — A Newark man has been charged in connection with an auto theft and home burglary ring, becoming the first person prosecuted under New Jersey’s new home invasion …
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Ocean County News
Notice of Public Hearing – NJDEP Green Acres Program – Jake’s Law Playground Funding Application
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonPURPOSE: Jackson Township is seeking funding through the State of NJ Green Acres Program for improvements at Jackson Justice Complex Playground located at 1 Jackson Dr, Jackson, NJ 08527, part of …
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Meet Your New Best Friend: Adoptable Pets at AHS/Popcorn Park Animal Shelter
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonLooking for a furry or fluffy friend to add to your family? The AHS/Popcorn Park Animal Shelter in Forked River, NJ, has some incredible pets waiting for their forever homes. …
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Police seek help locating missing Manchester Township man
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonMANCHESTER TOWNSHIP, N.J. — Authorities are asking for the public’s help in locating 57-year-old Raymond Palmieri, who was last seen on January 27 in the area of Bone Hill Road, …
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JACKSON, N.J. — The Jackson Township Council has announced a special meeting for Thursday, January 30, after an error in the advertisement of the 2025 meeting schedule led to the …
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New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy Announces Support 16-Year-Old Voting Rights in Local Elections
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonTRENTON, N.J. — Governor Phil Murphy expressed his support for allowing 16- and 17-year-olds to vote in local elections, responding to a question posed by the Class President of North …
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Ciattarelli secures wave of endorsements from Ocean County leaders in governor’s race
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonLONG BEACH ISLAND, N.J. — Republican gubernatorial candidate Jack Ciattarelli bolstered his campaign Monday, earning endorsements from prominent Ocean County figures, including former state Sen. Chris Connors, former Assemblywoman DiAnne …
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New Jersey restaurant removes controversial Proud Boy burger with White American Cheese from menu
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonTOMS RIVER, N.J. — Aqua Blu Kitchen & Cocktails, a bayfront restaurant in Toms River, has removed a controversial menu item dubbed the “Proud Boy Burger” after backlash erupted online. …
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BERKELEY TOWNSHIP, NJ – A motor vehicle crash on Grand Central Parkway resulted in the death of a passenger and charges for the driver, according to Berkeley Township Police. On …
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BRICK TOWNSHIP, N.J. — Residents near Lake Riviera Park may notice an increased police presence today as officers participate in ice water rescue training, the Brick Township Police Department announced. …
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Toms River Republicans Joined by State Leaders to Celebrate First Year Accomplishments of Mayor Rodrick
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonOCEAN BEACH, NJ – It was standing room only Thursday night at the Channel Marker restaurant in Ocean Beach as state, county, and local Republican leaders and supporters gathered to …
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Ocean County mourns passing of Detective Corporal Phil Sickinger
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonTOMS RIVER, N.J. — The Ocean County Sheriff’s Office is mourning the loss of Detective Corporal Phil Sickinger, a 19-year veteran of the department who passed away Wednesday after battling …
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Manchester police seek public’s help in identifying hit-and-run suspect
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonMANCHESTER, N.J. — The Manchester Township Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying a suspect involved in a hit-and-run crash that occurred at the QuickChek convenience store …
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Illegal Migrant Busted in Ocean County Held on ICE Detainer
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonTOMS RIVER, N.J. — A man has been detained in Ocean County without bail after being charged with multiple counts of burglary and theft, according to court and jail records. …
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Ocean County man held on $20,000 bond for assaulting health care worker
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonTOMS RIVER, N.J. — A man has been incarcerated in Ocean County after being charged with aggravated assault on a health care worker, according to jail records. Asan M. Paige, …
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Ocean County GOP Chairman Joins Long List of Republican Leaders to Support Sauickie, Clifton in District 12 Election
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonTOMS RIVER, N.J. — Assemblymen Rob Clifton and Alex Sauickie announced Thursday their plans to seek re-election to the New Jersey Assembly in 2025, representing the 12th legislative district. Backed …
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Registered sex offender arrested for not reporting new address in Ocean County
by Phil Stiltonby Phil StiltonTOMS RIVER, N.J. — A man has been incarcerated in Ocean County after being charged with failing to notify law enforcement of an address change, a requirement under New Jersey’s …