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Jackson councilman blasts $65 million state loan to Lakewood schools as Gov. Murphy says his district should close some schools

February 13, 2025
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JACKSON, N.J. — If getting a quality education in New Jersey’s rural communities is your primary concern, perhaps New Jersey isn’t the state for you. …

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Five arrested in Toms River drug bust, all released under New Jersey Bail Reform

February 12, 2025
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TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Five Ocean County residents were arrested and charged with narcotics offenses following a multi-agency investigation into drug distribution in the area, …

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Adopt Dexter: A sweet, loving pup looking for his forever family

February 12, 2025
Adopt dexter: a sweet, loving pup looking for his forever family - photo licensed by shore news network.

JACKSON, NJ — Dexter, a 5-year-old Labrador/Pit Bull mix, is looking for his perfect match after returning to the Northern Ocean County Animal Facility through …

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Toms River man sentenced to state prison for violent year long crime spree

February 10, 2025
Toms river man sentenced to state prison for violent year long crime spree - photo licensed by shore news network.

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A Toms River man was sentenced Friday to 10 years in New Jersey State Prison after pleading guilty to multiple charges, …

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Ocean County’s Stance on ICE Detainers Remains Unclear, Unchanged Under Governor Phil Murphy Guidelines

February 9, 2025
Bars from a prison jail cast a shadow on the floro.

Toms River, NJ – Ocean County’s approach to handling Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detainers remains unclear, with local officials caught between state mandates and …

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Toms River mayor, council reject state’s demand for 670 more affordable housing units

February 9, 2025
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TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Toms River officials are pushing back against a state mandate requiring the township to build nearly 700 new high-density affordable housing …

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Celebrating National Pizza Day: Toms River’s Top Pizzerias You Need to Try

February 9, 2025
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In honor of National Pizza Day, there’s no better time to explore the best pizza spots in Toms River, New Jersey. Whether you crave a …

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Man Held on Detainer After Giving Cops Bad Information

February 8, 2025
Man held on detainer after giving cops bad information - photo licensed by shore news network.

OCEAN COUNTY, N.J. — A man was taken into custody in Ocean County on Friday and is being held on multiple charges, including obstruction of …

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How Volunteers use Toms River Fire Department experience to launch careers in emergency services

February 7, 2025
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TOMS RIVER, N.J. — While volunteer firefighting is unpaid, many who serve at the Toms River Fire Department have used the experience to launch careers …

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Toms River fire commissioner candidates oppose tax hike raise concerns over future department direction

February 7, 2025
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TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Fire commissioner candidates Rick Tutela and Michael Hopson are campaigning on a platform of maintaining stable fire taxes and supporting volunteer …

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Brick Man Gets 8 Years for Desecrating Human Remains in Grisly Countywide Double Murder-Suicide

February 7, 2025
Brick man gets 8 years for desecrating human remains in grisly countywide double murder-suicide - photo licensed by shore news network.

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A Brick Township man has been sentenced to eight years in state prison for his role in the desecration of a …

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Toms River Recreation offers Pound fitness class with Pepper

February 6, 2025
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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 …

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Toms River to host DIY coastal sign workshop on Feb. 22

February 6, 2025
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TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Residents looking for a creative experience can participate in a DIY Coastal Sign Class hosted by the Toms River Artist Community …

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Elvin J. Ortiz-Vazquez held without bail in Ocean County on child abuse, assault charges

February 6, 2025
Elvin j. Ortiz-vazquez held without bail in ocean county on child abuse, assault charges - photo licensed by shore news network.

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Elvin J. Ortiz-Vazquez was booked into the Ocean County jail on Wednesday and is being held without bail on multiple charges, …

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Man Held Jail on $2,5000 Bond for Drug Possession in Ocean County has Detainer

February 6, 2025February 6, 2025
Man held jail on $2,5000 bond for drug possession in ocean county has detainer - photo licensed by shore news network.

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Jacobo Gonzalez-Cruz was booked into the Ocean County jail on Thursday following his arrest on a drug possession charge, according to …

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Island Heights man killed in Route 37 pedestrian crash

February 6, 2025
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TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A 56-year-old Island Heights man was fatally struck while crossing Route 37 on Tuesday night, Toms River police said. Jason Matthews …

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Toms River Mourns Loss of Former Mayor

February 6, 2025February 6, 2025
Toms river township municipal building - google maps.

TOMS RIVER, NJ — Robert Toscan, a former mayor of Dover Township, now known as Toms River, has died at the age of 87, local …

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Fugitive arrested by U.S. Marshals in Atlantic City for Toms River drive-by shooting

February 5, 2025
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TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A Manchester man has been arrested and charged with three counts of attempted murder in connection with a drive-by shooting at …

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Toms River schools on 90-minute delay Thursday due to icy conditions

February 5, 2025
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TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Toms River Regional Schools will operate on a 90-minute delayed opening Thursday due to icy conditions from overnight precipitation, district officials …

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New Jersey expands ARRIVE Together mental health crisis program to Brick and Toms River

February 4, 2025
New jersey expands arrive together mental health crisis program to brick and toms river - photo licensed by shore news network.

TRENTON, N.J. — The ARRIVE Together program, designed to improve law enforcement responses to mental health crises, has expanded to Brick Township and Toms River, …

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Toms River North Placed on Lockdown After Parent Threatened to ‘Shoot Up’ School

February 4, 2025
Toms river north placed on lockdown after parent threatened to 'shoot up' school - photo licensed by shore news network.

TOMS RIVER, NJ – Toms River High School North was placed on lockdown Tuesday morning after a mother, upset with the school disciplining her child, …

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Illegal Alien Jailed in Ocean County for Assault, Strangulation

February 4, 2025
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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, …

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Illegal Alien at Ocean County Jail Charged for Threatening to Kill, Illegal Weapon Possession

February 4, 2025
Illegal alien at ocean county jail charged for threatening to kill, illegal weapon possession - photo licensed by shore news network.

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 …

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Serious Crash at Ocean County College Sends One to Trauma Center

February 4, 2025
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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 …

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Former Lacey Township track star jailed on multiple murder and attempted murder charges

February 4, 2025
Former lacey township track star jailed on multiple murder and attempted murder charges - photo licensed by shore news network.

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 …

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Freehold Borough man pleads guilty to aggravated assault in Jackson Township shooting

February 4, 2025
Bars from a prison jail cast a shadow on the floro.

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 …

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Toms River Recreation offers Valentine’s cooking class for kids

February 4, 2025
Toms river recreation offers valentine's cooking class for kids - photo licensed by shore news network.

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 …

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Ocean County to host free utility assistance event in Toms River

February 2, 2025
Ocean county to host free utility assistance event in toms river - photo licensed by shore news network.

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 …

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Two illegal Aliens Who Dumped Body of Murdered Man in Ocean County in October Linked to International Crime Syndicate

February 7, 2025January 31, 2025
Two illegal aliens who dumped body of murdered man in ocean county in october linked to international crime syndicate - photo licensed by shore news network.

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 …

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Former Mellow Mushroom Restaurant Still Vacant

September 9, 2024September 9, 2024
Former mellow mushroom restaurant still vacant - photo licensed by shore news network.

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, …

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Toms River Bureau of Fire Prevention emphasizes importance of home escape plans

September 7, 2024
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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 …

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Toms River Marina Garage Damaged by Fire

September 6, 2024
Toms river marina garage damaged by fire - photo licensed by shore news network.

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 …

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An 87-Year-Old Tradition: Toms River Halloween Parade Will Be Here Before You Know It

September 6, 2024
An 87-year-old tradition: toms river halloween parade will be here before you know it - photo licensed by shore news network.

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, …

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Ortley Beach lifeguards on duty for final weekend of season

September 6, 2024
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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, …

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Toms River to Decide Future of Canceled Downtown Twin Towers Site

September 6, 2024
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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 …

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Manchester Police Arrest Toms River Man in Connection with Series of Vehicle Burglaries

September 5, 2024September 5, 2024
Manchester police arrest toms river man in connection with series of vehicle burglaries - photo licensed by shore news network.

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 …

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Ocean County Man Leads Police on Wild Chase After Reported Abduction

September 5, 2024
Ocean county man leads police on wild chase after reported abduction - photo licensed by shore news network.

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 …

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Toms River Municipal Band to perform final concert in 2024 series

September 4, 2024
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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 …

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Toms River school teachers, and faculty get pumped up for upcoming year with pep rally

September 4, 2024
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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 …

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Two Pets Lost in Toms River House Fire

September 3, 2024
Fire truck racing to the emergency scene. File photo

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 …

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What’s Going There? A New Restaurant Announced at Vacant Ex-Charlie Brown’s in Toms River

September 3, 2024
What's going there? A new restaurant announced at vacant ex-charlie brown's in toms river - photo licensed by shore news network.

TOMS RIVER, NJ – Don’t tell anyone we told you, but a new restaurant is rumored to be coming to Toms River’s Silverton section, to …

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Toms River is Hosting a Comfort Food Festival in September

August 29, 2024
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Toms River, NJ – The Downtown Toms River Business Improvement District will host the Comfort Food Festival on Washington Street this Saturday from 12:00 p.m. …

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Toms River Puts Brakes on Illegal Homeless Shelter Operating Inside Public Park

August 29, 2024August 29, 2024
Toms river puts brakes on illegal homeless shelter operating inside public park - photo licensed by shore news network.

Toms River, NJ – For years, the recreation building at Toms River’s Riverwood Park has been used each winter to house the homeless during cold …

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Toms River To Host Another Free Movie Night Featuring The Incredibles at Huddy Park

August 29, 2024
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TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Residents of Toms River can look forward to a family-friendly evening at Huddy Park on September 3, as the township hosts …

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Bomb Scare at Toms River Hospital Was a Hoax, Here’s a Picture of the ‘Bomb’

August 27, 2024
Bomb scare at toms river hospital was a hoax, here's a picture of the 'bomb' - photo licensed by shore news network.

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A bomb scare at the Community Medical Center in Toms River prompted a swift response from local and state law enforcement …

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Toms River Celebrates Three-Year Anniversary of Skatepark with Skate Jam

August 27, 2024
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TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Toms River residents gathered over the weekend to celebrate the three-year anniversary of the Toms River Skatepark with a special event …

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Suspicious Package in Seaside Heights, Possible Bomb Scare at Community Medical Center

August 26, 2024
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TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Police were dispatched to Kearney Avenue in Seaside Heights on Monday after reports of a suspicious backpack left unattended. In a separate …

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Toms River Skatepark to Host 3rd Anniversary Jam with Jeff Jones and Hell on Wheels

August 23, 2024
Toms river skatepark to host 3rd anniversary jam with jeff jones and hell on wheels - photo licensed by shore news network.

TOMS RIVER, NJ — Tomorrow, the Toms River Skatepark will celebrate its third anniversary with an exciting event featuring the Hell on Wheels team and …

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3-Year-Old Child Dies in Toms River Swimming Pool Drowning

August 23, 2024
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TOMS RIVER, NJ — A young child was found unresponsive in a Toms River swimming pool on Wednesday. First responder’s efforts to save the child, …

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The Best Tacos in Toms River Can Be Found at These Spots

August 23, 2024
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If you’re craving a taco adventure in Toms River, you’re in for a treat. This shore town is not just about the boardwalk fries and …

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