Toms River Field of Dreams hailed for transforming inclusive recreation with state support
TOMS RIVER, NJ – What began as a vision for an accessible baseball field has grown into a full-scale inclusive recreation complex that now serves thousands of families with special needs —…
Toms River Recreation Offers Junior Lifeguard Classes at Ortley Beach
TOMS RIVER, NJ – June 10, 2025 – The Toms River Recreation Department, in partnership with the Ortley Beach Lifeguards, is excited to announce that a few spots remain for its highly…
Talkin’ Toms River: Toms River Recreation Gearing Up for Busy and Fun-Filled Summer
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — With summer around the corner, Toms River’s Parks and Recreation Department is gearing up for a packed season of events and programs, according to Director Rick Perrine, who…
Brick Township acquires 4.2-acre site to expand recreation, preserve open space
Brick Township has finalized the purchase of a 4.22-acre property at 2416 Hooper Avenue for $930,000, Mayor Lisa Crate announced Wednesday. The land, located adjacent to the Drum Point Sports Complex, will…
Toms River Recreation offers spring tennis lessons for kids
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — The Toms River Township Recreation Department, in partnership with USA Sport Group, is offering spring tennis lessons for children ages 3 to 14. The program runs on Saturdays…
Toms River Recreation offers Pound fitness class with Pepper
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A high-energy fitness class designed to combine cardio and strength training with the power of drumming is coming to Toms River Recreation. The Pound® Fitness Class with Pepper…
Toms River Recreation offers Valentine’s cooking class for kids
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — The Toms River Recreation Department is hosting a hands-on cooking class for children in grades K-3 on Wednesday, February 12, from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. in collaboration…
Former Brick Township “employee of the month” recreation director pleads guilty to theft
BRICK TOWNSHIP, N.J. — The former Director of Recreation for Brick Township, Daniel Santaniello, 46, pled guilty to theft on Tuesday, admitting to stealing township funds during his tenure, the Ocean County…
Morristown man sentenced to 10 years for aggravated sexual assault and robbery on recreation trail
MORRISTOWN, N.J. — A 20-year-old man has been sentenced to 10 years in state prison for the aggravated sexual assault and robbery of a woman on the Traction Line Recreation Trail in…
Toms River Recreation Offering Exciting Fall Classes for All Ages!
Looking for some fun and educational activities this fall? Toms River Recreation has you covered with a range of classes for all ages, from toddlers to teens! National CSI CampUnleash your inner…
Recreation Director Facing Serious Charges After Pocketing Cash for Field Access
BRICK TOWNSHIP, N.J. — He was once named employee of the month in Brick Township, now he’s facing charges for shaking down local sports teams for cash. The Director of Recreation for…
Toms River Recreation Hosts Acrylic Painting Class with Terry Konn
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Toms River Recreation is excited to present “Paint the Town Party,” an acrylic painting class led by Terry Konn and the Ocean County Artists Guild. This event will…
Pickleball is Coming To Jackson: Township Receives $70,000 Senior Recreation Grant
Jackson Township has applied for and received a $70,000 Local Recreational Improvement grant from the State of New Jersey in the amount of $70,000. According to the state, the grant can be…
Brick Recreation Launches Summer Art Programs for Teens
This summer, Brick, NJ Recreation is thrilled to introduce two new art programs designed for young artists aged 13 to 18. These programs aim to nurture creativity and provide hands-on experience in…
Summer Recreation Programs Open for Registration in Brick, NJ
BRICK, NJ — With summer approaching, Brick Recreation is offering a variety of programs to keep the youth engaged during the vacation period. Here are some of the programs available for registration:…
Arizona Man Convicted Of Operating A Jet Ski In A Negligent Manner At Lake Mead National Recreation Area
United States Magistrate Judge Daniel J. Albregts presided over the two-day bench trial. Bryce Tyrone Verhonich, 47, was found guilty of operating a vessel in a negligent manner, failing to wear a…
Brick Township Announces Return of Recreation Preschool Summer Camp
Brick Township, NJ – This summer, Brick Township’s Recreation Preschool Summer Camp is set to welcome young campers from July 1 through August 6. Held at the Civic Plaza within the Recreation…
Former South Toms River Recreation Director Arrested for Assaulting Foster Child
SOUTH TOMS RIVER, NJ — William Gleason, 68, of South Toms River, was charged on November 24, 2023, with multiple sexual offenses involving a minor. The Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office disclosed that…
New County Recreation Pavillion Unveiled in Warren Township
WARREN, NJ – Somerset County and Warren Township celebrated the opening of a new community pavilion with a ribbon-cutting ceremony today. The pavilion, located adjacent to the Warren municipal complex, received partial…
Brick Recreation Department Releases Fall 2023 Program Guide Online
BRICK, NJ – The Brick Recreation Department is pleased to announce that its Fall 2023 Program Guide is now accessible online, offering a variety of activities and events for the upcoming season.…
Recreation and open space component of Berkeley Township master plan to be revised
BERKELEY TOWNSHIP, NJ – The Berkeley Township Planning Board has announced that it will be holding a hearing to consider amendments to the Recreation and Open Space Inventory Element of the Master…
Toms River Recreation Department Hiring for Summer Jobs
TOMS RIVER, NJ – The Toms River Recreation Department is hiring for summer positions in beach and public pool maintenance, beach and pool cashiers, and summer day camp counselors. The minimum hiring…
Fight outside Philadelphia recreation center leads to shots fired, injuring worker
PHILADELPHIA, PA – Philadelphia Police Department is searching for four suspects involved in a shooting outside the Patani Recreation Center on North 22nd Street last Tuesday. Detectives released video footage of the fight…
Police Investigating Shooting of Five Outside Philadelphia Youth Recreation Center
PHILADELPHIA, PA – Gunshots broke the sound of children playing basketball and playing outside near Philadelphia’s Shepard Recreation Center last week. Today, the Philadelphia Police Department and the Shooting Investigation Group are…
Ocean County Jail Nearly Empty As Commissioners Approve $625,000 Recreation Upgrade
TOMS RIVER, NJ – At any given time, thanks to New Jersey’s catch and release programs for criminals under the state’s bail reform law, there are at max, 50-100 inmates lodged inside…
Jersey City Recreation Department Who Clerk Inflated Payroll for Relatives and Friends Heading to Prison
JERSEY CITY, NJ – A Jersey City woman has been convicted of stealing approximately $80,000 from the City of Jersey City where she worked as a payroll clerk for the city’s recreation…
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