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Deer Crashes on the Rise in Ocean County

BERKELEY TOWNSHIP, NJ — Drivers in Berkeley Township are being urged to stay alert behind the wheel as new crash data reveals the community is among the top five Ocean County municipalities for deer-related vehicle accidents. With November marking the peak of deer collision season in New Jersey, the...

Ocean County, NJ · 13h
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Ocean County Asphalt Factory Plan Won’t Be Decided In 2026

BRICK – A sixth hearing for an application before the township Board of Adjustment to improve a 1950s-era asphalt plant, focused mostly on the cross-examination of Greg Wagner, who is the division manager of Stavola Industries and who had given testimony at the previous hearing. The Stavola asphalt plant...

Brick, NJ · 1d

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Where to Find the Best Thanksgiving Pies in Ocean County, NJ

10 Best Bakeries in Ocean County, NJ to Order Your Thanksgiving Pies This Year. Thanksgiving is just around the corner, and if there’s one thing that deserves a spot on every holiday table, it’s a delicious homemade-style pie! Whether you’re a fan of traditional pumpkin pie, apple crumb, pecan, blueberry, or something a little different, Ocean County has plenty of bakeries and local favorites worth checking out.

Ocean County, NJ · 3d
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Ocean County Man Hits $250,000 Slot Jackpot

ATLANTIC CITY — A $50 wager brought an Ocean County man a $250,000 payday at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City on Nov. 9, according to the casino. The man hit the jackpot at approximately 4:50 p.m. while playing an IGT Double Diamond Wheel of Fortune slot machine. His winnings amounted to 5,000 times his bet.

Ocean County, NJ · 3d

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Ocean County Logs 228 Home Sales, From $85,000 to $6.5 Million

Ocean County recorded 228 residential property transfers during the week of Oct. 26, according to NJ.com. The median sale was a 1,364-square-foot property on Yellowbank Road in Toms River. It went for $525,000. At the top sat a $6.5 million home at 14 20th St. in Surf City. The three-bedroom,...

Ocean County, NJ · 1d

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2 Veterans Villages under construction in South Jersey aim to help homeless vets

A major effort to help veterans facing homelessness is taking shape in South Jersey, where the Tunnel to Towers Foundation is building new housing developments that will offer more than just a place to live. The foundation is constructing New Jersey's first Veterans Village along Route 9 in the Bayville...

Ocean County, NJ · 2d

Jersey Shore Online

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Council Looks At Work Done On Rova Farms

JACKSON – Township officials and residents heard more about the costs and work performed on the Rova Farms Park project. Residents questioned the amount of money paid to a politically-connected engineering firm, saying nothing had come of it. The council president said that they did receive some plans, and those would be made public on the town’s website.

Jackson, NJ · 19h

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Two Jersey Shore towns among Safest Towns for Senior Living

If you didn't know, New Jersey's a pretty popular state. Besides the many beaches and boardwalks that are the state's main attractions, one reason retirees are flocking here is due to New Jersey ranking as one of the safest states in America. In fact, a 2026 report revealed the state's violent crime rate of 2.64 per 1,000 people is lower than the national average of 4.4. And World Atlas, the resources and geography website identified 10 Safest Towns In New Jersey For Senior Living ready to retire or relocate. The list unveils towns that offer residents short drives between dense suburban downtowns, working Jersey Shore beach towns, and the Skylands rural townships near the Pennsylvania border. Included on the list of ten are two locals towns on the Shore. Below is what writer's said about the towns from Monmouth and Ocean County. Here's what Red Bank and Barnegat can provide to seniors looking for peaceful living. Red Bank Riverview Medical Center anchors the local hospital network. Parker Family Health Center provides free medical care to uninsured residents. The Red Bank Senior Center handles transportation, weekly shopping trips, exercise, and art classes. The Count Basie Center for the Arts is the

Barnegat Township, NJ · 5d

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🎄 READY FOR A LITTLE CHRISTMAS MAGIC? THIS OCEAN COUNTY DRIVE-THRU LIGHT SPECTACULAR IS BACK! ✨

Looking for some holiday magic? Load up the family car, turn on the Christmas music and enjoy a festive drive through Waretown's Holiday Light Spectacular this December!

Ocean County, NJ · 3d

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Seaside Heights Settles Suit Over Swinging Boardwalk Lights

Seaside Heights has settled a lawsuit over swinging boardwalk light fixtures, bringing a legal dispute involving the borough's boardwalk lighting to a close. The project traces back to a contract the borough awarded to replace its boardwalk lights, a job that officials said was fully covered by a $4,795,362 state boardwalk preservation grant, according to earlier reporting from Shorebeat. The planned work called for replacing the existing lights with stainless-steel fixtures and LEDs. The old-style lighting required more frequent bulb changes and drew more energy, the outlet had reported.

Seaside Heights, NJ · 1d

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Controversial Dock Project in Beach Haven Is a No-Go

An application to build a dock on the bay off Leeward Avenue in Beach Haven has been withdrawn, according to the state Department of Environmental Protection. Last June, the engineering firm of Horn, Tyson & Yoder sent a letter to all property owners within 200 feet that outlined the project. According to the engineers, Karl Strom proposed installing a 4-foot by 60-foot dock parallel to the bulkhead, two outshore boatlifts (12 feet by 20 feet and 12 feet by 14 feet), and a 25-linear-foot perpendicular breakwater projecting into Liberty Thorofare.

Beach Haven, NJ · 3d

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UPDATE: Water Available for Residents Affected by Sinkhole Incident

Neal Street remains closed between Ralph Place and Steven Place following a water main break that caused a significant sinkhole and disrupted water service to surrounding residents, as first reported on TLS. Emergency repairs are underway, with work expected to take several hours. Ralph Place remains accessible from Neal Street,...

Lakewood Township, NJ · 2d

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Letter: Please Make That Call

I’m writing as a friend of someone affected by the fire in Lakewood earlier this week. Families literally lost everything, with very limited insurance covering only a small part of what they lost. It is heartbreaking to think about the task of starting over. This letter is not about...

Lakewood Township, NJ · 1d

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Judge Lets New Jersey's Lakewood Schools Takeover Case Proceed

100 Riverview Plaza — State Agency Pursuing School Intervention. An administrative law judge has refused to throw out New Jersey’s attempt to take over the Lakewood Township School District, keeping a fight that began in January on the path toward a decision about who runs the Ocean County system.

Lakewood Township, NJ · 21h

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Local Resident Challenges Lakewood Busing Denials, Demands Answers On School Debt

Aaron Hirsch says he has filed a petition with New Jersey’s Commissioner of Education challenging the denial of hazardous-route busing for Lakewood nonpublic-school children and demanding answers about the district’s mounting debt under State oversight. In a release sent to TLS, Hirsch said the November 12 appeal names...

Lakewood Township, NJ · 1d

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Jackson School Bus Crash Caps Three Straight Days of Commuter Wrecks on East Veterans Highway and Cedar Swamp Road

A school bus crash Wednesday capped three days of crashes in Jackson along Hope Chapel Road, I-195 and Cedar Swamp Road, near the new county roundabout.

Jackson, NJ · 3d

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Coastal VIM Moves Back to Manahawkin

Coastal Volunteers in Medicine announces the opening of its new location at 53 Nautilus Drive, Suite B-1 in Manahawkin and also welcomes a new executive director. “We also want to recognize Patrick Moeller of Callan & Moeller Construction, who generously donated the entire cost of renovating our new clinic, including materials and construction,” said Arian Selmani. “His incredible generosity helped make this move possible, and we couldn’t be more thankful.”

Stafford Township, NJ · 3d

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Toms River MVC Adds Title And Registration Appointments As State Expands Services

Lakewood-area drivers have another nearby option for handling motor vehicle paperwork: the Toms River MVC now offers appointments for title and registration services. The New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission announced Friday that Toms River is one of five agencies changing from licensing-only centers to hybrid agencies, offering both licensing and vehicle services.

Toms River, NJ · 22h

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Sea Change Uses Art To Fight Addiction Stigma

STAFFORD – People struggling with addiction are often defined by their circumstances rather than who they are. Sea Change Recovery Community Organization is working to change that perception, and its latest effort brought together residents of different ages to discover how something as simple as creating art can encourage understanding and acceptance.

Stafford Township, NJ · 2d

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Where to Get Thanksgiving Dinner in Ocean County, NJ: Restaurants Offering Holiday Meals in 2026

Thanksgiving is Thursday, November 26, 2026, and if you’re not looking forward to spending the entire day cooking and cleaning, you’re in luck! Several Ocean County restaurants are preparing special Thanksgiving meals, giving local families the opportunity to enjoy a traditional holiday dinner without all the work. Whether...

Ocean County, NJ · 3d