Jack Ciattarelli’s Opposition to Mikie Sherrill’s Forced LGBTQ School Curriculum Plan Sparks Outrage Among New Jersey Gay Rights Activists
Trenton, NJ – The battle for New Jersey’s governor’s office erupted this week after Democratic candidate Mikie Sherrill declared she would push LGBTQ curriculum in state schools without allowing parents to opt…
Toms River North Placed on Lockdown After Parent Threatened to ‘Shoot Up’ School
TOMS RIVER, NJ – Toms River High School North was placed on lockdown Tuesday morning after a mother, upset with the school disciplining her child, confronted school officials and allegedly threatened to…
Illegal Alien Jailed in Ocean County for Assault, Strangulation
TOMS RIVER N.J. — An illegal alien incarcerated in Ocean County is facing multiple charges, including aggravated assault by strangulation of a domestic violence victim, according to inmate records. Erik D. Jimenez…
Illegal Alien at Ocean County Jail Charged for Threatening to Kill, Illegal Weapon Possession
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — An illegal alien incarcerated in Ocean County is facing multiple charges, including making a death threat and unlawful possession of a weapon, according to inmate records. Airo Rene…
Serious Crash at Ocean County College Sends One to Trauma Center
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A motor vehicle accident at Ocean County College early Monday morning required a medical evacuation due to the severity of the incident, officials said. Emergency responders from Silverton…
Former Lacey Township track star jailed on multiple murder and attempted murder charges
OCEAN COUNTY, N.J. — A former Lacey Township High School track star has been incarcerated in Ocean County on multiple counts of murder and attempted murder, according to inmate records. Javir Kymire…
Freehold Borough man pleads guilty to aggravated assault in Jackson Township shooting
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A Freehold Borough man has pleaded guilty to aggravated assault with a deadly weapon and a weapons offense in connection with a 2024 shooting in Jackson Township, Ocean…
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…
Ocean County to host free utility assistance event in Toms River
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Residents struggling with utility bills will have an opportunity to connect with assistance programs during Ocean County Utility Assistance Day, a free community event scheduled for February 19.…
Two illegal Aliens Who Dumped Body of Murdered Man in Ocean County in October Linked to International Crime Syndicate
TOMS 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 Jersey, have…
Former Mellow Mushroom Restaurant Still Vacant
It seems like 1111 Route 37 in Toms River is having a tough time keeping restaurants alive. First, we saw the closure of Mellow Mushroom, a quirky pizza joint, and more recently,…
Toms River Bureau of Fire Prevention emphasizes importance of home escape plans
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — As the fall season begins and families prepare for back-to-school routines, the Toms River Bureau of Fire Prevention is reminding residents of the critical need for a well-practiced…
Toms River Marina Garage Damaged by Fire
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Firefighters from multiple Toms River fire companies responded to a structure fire at a repair garage located at 120 Kettle Creek Road in the Silverton section of the…
An 87-Year-Old Tradition: Toms River Halloween Parade Will Be Here Before You Know It
The Toms River Halloween Parade is not just a small-town celebration—it’s a colossal event with over a century of history. The tradition began in 1937, organized by the Toms River Fire Company…
Ortley Beach lifeguards on duty for final weekend of season
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — This weekend marks the final opportunity for beachgoers to enjoy lifeguard protection at Toms River’s Ortley Beach and Shelter Cove Beach, according to a statement released by the…
Toms River to Decide Future of Canceled Downtown Twin Towers Site
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Mayor Dan Rodrick has canceled plans for a ten-story apartment complex in downtown Toms River, ending a years-long controversy over the proposed development. The project, to be built…
Manchester Police Arrest Toms River Man in Connection with Series of Vehicle Burglaries
MANCHESTER TOWNSHIP, NJ – A 30-year-old Toms River man, Cody Diaz, has been arrested following a series of vehicle burglaries that occurred in the Pine Lake Park section of Manchester Township on…
Ocean County Man Leads Police on Wild Chase After Reported Abduction
MANCHESTER TOWNSHIP, NJ – A man from South Toms River found himself in serious trouble after a high-stakes police chase that began with what looked like a potential kidnapping at a Wawa.…
Toms River Municipal Band to perform final concert in 2024 series
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — The Toms River Municipal Band will hold its last performance in the 2024 Ocean County Carousel of Music concert series tomorrow evening at 6:30 p.m. at the Ocean…
Toms River school teachers, and faculty get pumped up for upcoming year with pep rally
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — The Toms River Regional School District kicked off the 2024-2025 school year with a lively all-staff assembly at RWJBarnabas Health Arena on Tuesday. Teachers, custodians, nurses, and other…
Two Pets Lost in Toms River House Fire
TOMS RIVER, N.J. — On Sunday, September 1st, at approximately 9:05 p.m., Toms River Fire Companies No. 1 and No. 2, along with East Dover Fire Company, responded to a report of…