No Early Release for Man Found Guilty in Deadly Stabbing of Man in Jackson Township
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A Laurence Harbor man has been sentenced to 20 years in state prison for the 2022 stabbing death of a Jackson …
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Rescue joy turns to panic as dog runs off during adoption
JACKSON TOWNSHIP, N.J. — In a heartbreaking twist of fate, a sweet black-and-white pit bull named Sasha slipped away from her forever family just moments …
Migrant Murder Suspect Captured in New Jersey Sanctuary City Trying to Sponsor Unaccompanied Child
NEWARK, N.J. — A Guatemalan national wanted for attempted aggravated homicide in his home country has been arrested by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) …
Spadea Once Again Turns Up Criticism of Trump After Failing to Get President’s Endorsement in June Primary
TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey GOP gubernatorial candidate Bill Spadea is escalating his public criticism of President Donald Trump following Trump’s decision not to endorse …
Toms River candidate Anthony Ricotta backed by developers and PACs tied to downtown projects, filings show
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Campaign finance reports filed with the New Jersey Election Law Enforcement Commission (ELEC) show that Toms River council candidate Anthony Ricotta …
FBI seeks fugitive wanted for armed robbery of bank in South Jersey
BRIDGETON, N.J. — The FBI is searching for a suspect who robbed a Cumberland County bank at gunpoint Tuesday morning before fleeing the scene on …
Rainy forecast could cool tensions on Seaside Heights boardwalk this weekend
SEASIDE HEIGHTS, N.J. — A rainy forecast may provide relief from recent disturbances on the Seaside Heights boardwalk, as showers and thunderstorms are expected to …
Police raid at Jackson home uncovers million dollar drug stash and gun, five arrested
JACKSON TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A court-authorized search at a residence on E. Veterans Highway led to a major narcotics bust earlier this month, resulting in …
Lakewood Bus Driver Hit With 47 Charges of Child Endangerment for Reckless School Trip on Garden State Parkway
LAKEWOOD, N.J. — A Philadelphia man is facing dozens of charges after allegedly operating a commercial bus recklessly on the Garden State Parkway while transporting …
Ocean County Commissioners announce new five-lane highway connecting Jackson, Lakewood, and Toms River
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — The Ocean County Board of Commissioners has launched a major infrastructure project to widen Cross Street into a five-lane corridor, creating …
Governor Vetoed Public Brawl Bill to Defend Masked Protesters’ Free Speech Rights Days Ahead of Shore
TRENTON, N.J. — Days before violent brawls erupted across the Jersey Shore over Memorial Day weekend, Gov. Phil Murphy vetoed a bill that would have …
Seaside Heights mayor blames 14-year-old TikTok user for weekend of violence and mayhem on the boardwalk
SEASIDE HEIGHTS, N.J. — A violent Memorial Day weekend in Ocean County left one person dead, three people stabbed, and 70 arrested in Seaside Heights, …
Sherrill warns clean energy will cost you and arm and a leg, drive up bills as NJ voters demand relief
Trenton, NJ — Rep. Mikie Sherrill, now running for governor, is telling New Jersey residents to brace for higher energy costs as the state pushes …
Brick Township honors fallen service members with Memorial Day parade
BRICK, N.J. — Residents gathered Monday, May 26, for Brick Township’s Annual Memorial Day Parade, coming together to honor the men and women who lost …
Masked man reportedly attempts to abduct girl from Lakewood park, flees after struggle
LAKEWOOD, N.J. — Authorities are investigating an attempted kidnapping that occurred Sunday night in the Lakewood Commons neighborhood, where a masked man reportedly tried to …
Coco’s sweet gaze and soft nature steal the show in Jackson
JACKSON, NJ — A gentle, soulful-eyed pup named Coco is now available for adoption at the Northern Ocean County Animal Facility, where staff say she’s …
Mikie Sherrill Demsplains Why New Jersey is Being Hit with 20% Energy Hike, Blames Big Oil Interests
Mikie Sherrill blames ‘Big Oil’ and red tape for looming 20 percent New Jersey energy hike hints at summer blackouts and advises residents to use …
Bruce Springsteen’s Big Mouth Causes Local Tribute Band to Lose Gig at Popular Toms River Restaurant
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A Bruce Springsteen tribute band lost a scheduled gig at a popular Toms River bar after the singer’s recent political comments …
Woman accused of child endangerment being held on active ICE detainer at Ocean County Jail
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A woman is being held without bail in Ocean County following her arrest on a charge of endangering the welfare of …
One New Jersey Candidate for Governor Speaks Out Against Violent Weekend at the Jersey Shore
Seaside Heights, NJ – The Jersey Shore was rocked by a violent weekend that ended with one person dead, three stabbed, and over 70 arrested. …
One Dead, Three Stabbed, Over 70 Arrests Made During Wild Memorial Day Weekend in Seaside Heights
SEASIDE HEIGHTS, NJ – A wild weekend filled with violence, police activity, public brawls, three stabbings and one death marred Memorial Day weekend celebrations at …
Seaside Park vs. Seaside Heights: A Tale of Two Neighboring Towns with Very Different Vibes
Nestled along the Jersey Shore, just a mile apart, Seaside Park and Seaside Heights couldn’t be more different despite their proximity. One is a serene …
How a Jersey Girl is leading the race to become the next governor of Virginia
ROANOKE, V.A. — Democratic Congresswoman Abigail Spanberger is leading the race to become Virginia’s next governor, according to a new poll from Roanoke College, positioning …
Mystery skull found on New Jersey beach identified as 1844 Brigantine shipwreck captain
LONGPORT, N.J. — A skull that washed ashore in 1995 and baffled investigators for decades has finally been identified as the remains of a 19th-century …
Toms River woman killed in rollover crash on Garden State Parkway entrance ramp
LAKEWOOD, N.J. — A 20-year-old woman was killed early Sunday after being ejected from her vehicle during a single-car crash on a Garden State Parkway …
Third victim dead in fiery Jackson car crash to avoid deer in the road
JACKSON, N.J. — A third person has died following a fiery crash early Friday on North Hope Chapel Road after a vehicle struck a deer …
Brick Township detective completes advanced crime scene investigation training
BRICK TOWNSHIP, N.J. — The Brick Township Police Department has announced that Detective Brian Foley has graduated from the New Jersey State Police Crime Scene …
Cory Booker honors George Floyd on Memorial Day weekend, marking five-year anniversary
NEWARK, N.J. — U.S. Sen. Cory Booker marked Memorial Day weekend by remembering George Floyd, whose death five years ago sparked nationwide protests and a …
More fights, another stabbing reported during Memorial Day weekend unrest in Seaside Heights
SEASIDE HEIGHTS, N.J. — Memorial Day weekend: Saturday night in Seaside Heights unfolded with repeated incidents of violence, continuing a pattern of disturbances seen in …
Governor Murphy vetoed public brawl law days before mahyem hit the Jersey Shore and local malls
SEASIDE HEIGHTS, N.J. — Following a surge in juvenile arrests over Memorial Day weekend in Seaside Heights, an Ocean County assemblyman is publicly blaming New …
Dad shot daughter while cleaning loaded gun in Ocean County
STAFFORD TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A Stafford Township man has been charged after his 13-year-old daughter was accidentally shot while he was cleaning a firearm inside …
Major Seaside Heights Condo Project “In Limbo” Over Financing Problems, Mayor Says
SEASIDE HEIGHTS, N.J. — A long-promised redevelopment project in Seaside Heights remains stalled as other construction surges forward around it, leaving a prime piece of …
Ocean County’s Republican Commissioners Unite Against Trump’s D.O.G.E. Cuts at Monthly Meeting
TOMS RIVER, NJ – The Ocean County Commissioner Board has taken a unified stand against President Donald Trump’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) initiative, which …
Seaside Heights’ Family-Friendly Dreams Crushed by Mayhem and Mayor’s Choice for Governor of New Jersey
A small town mayor has a big problem, and one of the root causes of the problem he’s having is because of his pick for …
Jackson Township mourns loss of beloved community leader
Jackson Township is mourning the loss of one of our township council members The Jackson Township Council is saddened to report the passing Councilman Scott …
Driver in serious Route 37 hit-and-run car crash fled to barrier island, captured by police
Driver in fatal hit-and-run crash on Route 37 captured near barrier island TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A reported fatal hit-and-run crash on Route 37 near …
Free Fishing Days set for June 7 and October 18 across New Jersey public waters
TRENTON, N.J. – New Jersey anglers can cast their lines without a license on two designated Free Fishing Days this year—Saturday, June 7 and Saturday, …
New Jersey satanic temple chapter splits amid internal leadership feud
PLUMSTED TOWNSHIP — The New Jersey chapter of The Satanic Temple has officially disbanded, cutting ties with the national organization after a rift developed between …
Two identified in deadly Jackson Township crash that left vehicle in flames
JACKSON TOWNSHIP, N.J. – Authorities have identified the two victims killed in a fiery early morning crash Friday near the Lakewood border as Dovid Yitzchok …
Wild Night in Seaside Heights Kicks Off Memorial Day Weekend with Multiple Fights, Dozens of Arrests
Violent night in Seaside Heights ends in multiple arrests and injuries SEASIDE HEIGHTS, N.J. — A series of violent disturbances, fights, and emergency incidents stretched …
State Homeland Security Says Jersey Shore is a ‘Soft Target’ for Terrorists and Bad Actors
HAMILTON, N.J. — The New Jersey Office of Homeland Security and Preparedness (NJOHSP) is urging residents and visitors to remain alert this summer as part …
Migrant held on ICE detainer after Ocean County drunk driving arrest
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Hernan Sanabria-Morales has been sentenced in Ocean County for driving under the influence and is currently being held without bail. According …
Motorcyclist injured in Toms River crash on Jumping Brook Road
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Emergency crews responded to a serious motorcycle crash on Jumping Brook Road in Toms River on Friday night, where one person …
Toms River reinstates summer teen curfew for Barrier Island areas
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Toms River Township has reinstated its seasonal juvenile curfew for the Barrier Island areas, effective Friday, as part of an emergency …
Police respond to large teen fight in Seaside Heights ahead of Memorial Day weekend
SEASIDE HEIGHTS, N.J. — Police in Seaside Heights responded to a large altercation involving approximately two dozenjuveniles and young adults Friday evening, just as Memorial …
Here’s what you need to know before visiting Dog Beach at the Jersey Shore
EGG HARBOR TWP., N.J. — The Egg Harbor Township Police Department is reminding beachgoers that parking is strictly prohibited along Ocean Drive near the popular …
Toms River opens Snug Harbor pool season pass sales with early bird discounts
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Season passes for the Snug Harbor Municipal Pool are now on sale through the Toms River Recreation Office, with discounted rates …
Why being called a BENNY at the Jersey Shore isn’t such a bad thing
SEASIDE HEIGHTS, N.J. — As summer crowds return to the Jersey Shore, so does a term familiar to locals and visitors alike: “Benny.” Used to …
Two confirmed killed, others injured in fiery crash near Jackson-Lakewood border
JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ – Two people have been declared deceased in a fatal early morning crash in Jackson Township when their vehicle crashed into a …
One Toms River candidate is being financed by dark-money PAC tied to homeless campus lobbyist and downtown developers
TOMS RIVER, NJ – Reports filed by Anthony Ricotta show that his campaign is nearly fully funded by downtown developers, downtown property investors, homeless shelter …