Former Diocese of Trenton Bishop John M. Smith Dies

Rev. Msgr. John M. Smith, the former bishop of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Trenton, has died. Born June 23, 1935,...

Toms River Teachers’ Union, Celebrity Alumni, Throw Support Behind $147M Referendum

The Toms River Education Association president announced at a Board of Education meeting Wednesday night that his organization is in support...

Downtown Toms River Crime Plummeted After Red Carpet Inn Closure

When Toms River residents learned that there were over 750 calls to police regarding the Red Carpet Inn motel over the...

TRPD: Car Burglary Suspect Wanted in Ortley Beach

Toms River police officers are seeking information on the suspect in a number of vehicular burglaries in Ortley Beach. The department...

Kim Named to Armed Services Committee, Pledges to be a ‘Vocal Proponent’ for Joint Base

U.S. Rep. Andy Kim (NJ-3) has been named to the House Armed Services Committee, his office confirmed, meaning the freshman Democratic...

Police Searching for Vehicle Stolen in Lakewood Carjacking, Stabbing

Police across Ocean County are continuing the hunt for a vehicle connected with a carjacking in Lakewood last night that left...

Toms River Man Charged With Vehicular Homicide Following Drug Test

Ocean County authorities have charged a Toms River man with vehicular homicide after a blood test showed he had fentanyl and...

Toms River PD First in N.J. to Partner With ‘Ring’ Anti-Crime App

The Ring doorbell has become an instant hit across the country, giving homeowners a video glimpse into who is at the...

Weekend Snow Event Will be Minor, Forecasters Say

A storm that could have had a major impact in our area had it taken a more northerly track will leave...

GILMORE INDICTED: Ocean County GOP Chair Charged With Tax Evasion, Loan Violations

Considered one of the most powerful political figures in New Jersey, George Gilmore, the Ocean County Republican chairman, was indicted Thursday...