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Police Arrest Suspected Drug Dealer In Ocean County
STAFFORD – A local man has been arrested and charged for possessing methamphetamine, police said. Authorities began investigating 56-year-old Rosario Russo of Manahawkin who was suspected of distributing drugs throughout Stafford Township. Detectives searched his apartment in the Cedar Run Apartments on Route 9 South in Manahawkin as well...
N.J. dad left baby in hot car for 6 hours while he was in synagogue: police
A New Jersey father whose daughter died after he left her in a hot car in a synagogue parking lot for more than six hours mistakenly thought he had dropped her off at daycare earlier that morning, authorities said. Details about Avraham Chaitovsky’s actions on the day his infant daughter...
Ocean County Mourns Former Assistant Prosecutor, Attorney
TOMS RIVER – The Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office is mourning the loss of S. Karl Mohel, Esquire, who passed away on July 20 at the age of 67. Mohel was born and raised in Lakewood, then moved to Warren Grove before settling in “Arnietown” located in Berkeley Township.
Jersey Shore town’s homeless encampment may be close to shutting down
A section of in Neptune Township that houses dozens of people experiencing homelessness may be on its way to shutting down after the property owner filed court papers to force them out, according to township officials. The property owner, Neptune Boulevard Development Group, is scheduled to go to court Friday.
Newest rooftop eatery is taking the Jersey Shore by storm
It’s not like Asbury Park doesn’t already have the best vibes in the world regarding nightlife and food. But is there anything as great as rooftop vibes?. Rooftops are all over New Jersey and you no longer have to drive to New York or Jersey City to get one of the coolest rooftops with some of the best food. This place is the brainchild of genius restaurateur and all-around good guy Tom McLoone,
Jersey Shore Man Admits Shooting Atlantic City Victim: Prosecutor
Louis Stokes, of Barnegat, pleaded guilty to charges of second-degree aggravated assault, second-degree possession of a handgun for an unlawful purpose, and third-degree hindering apprehension on Thursday, July 25, according to the Atlantic County Prosecutor's Office. Shortly before midnight on Oct. 14, 2022, the Atlantic City Police Department responded to...
Walters-constructed Stafford Township EMS/Fire Substation celebrates opening
Stafford Township recently held a ribbon-cutting ceremony to celebrate the opening of the new EMS/Fire Substation at 357 Haywood Road. As part of its community investment initiative, Barnegat-based Walters constructed the newly combined station, home to Stafford Township’s Volunteer Fire Company, EMS and Emergency Management Department. Walters founder and...
Hammer-Wielding Man Sentenced In Deadly Attack At South Jersey Truck Stop: Prosecutor
Marchello D. Williams, of Browns Mills, was convicted in May of first-degree murder and fourth-degree unlawful possession of a weapon for causing the death of Tysheem Porter, 47, of Newark, Delaware, according to Salem County Prosecutor Kristin J. Telsey. Just before 11 p.m. on May 6, 2021, Porter was attacked...
Motorcyclist Escapes Serious Injury After Crash In Jackson: Police
She crashed at about 2:15 p.m. at the corner of North New Prospect and Farmingdale roads, according to Jackson Police Chief Matthew Kunz. The unidentified rider complained of arm, shoulder and back pain and was taken to an area hospital, the chief said. No other details were immediately available. to...
Borough council passes vote of no confidence in mayor, votes down budget
BRADLEY BEACH — Amid financial disarray and lack of progress in the budget, Councilwoman Kristen Mahoney introduced a vote of no confidence against Mayor Larry Fox that passed in a 4-1 vote after the council voted down the budget at the Wednesday, July 24 Bradley Beach borough council meeting. While a vote of no confidence is non-binding, it is a concrete statement of the council’s dissatisfaction in the mayor’s ability, with several council members citing their frustration with Mayor Fox’s handling of this year’s budget prior to voting.
Driver without license kills NJ pedestrian in hit-run, prosecutors say
TOMS RIVER — An Ocean County man is charged with running over a pedestrian and driving away, according to authorities. Ganzalo Jimenez-Hernandez, 48, of Toms River was crossing the street in Toms River on Monday afternoon when he was struck by a Ford-150 pickup truck, according to the Ocean County Prosecutor's Office.
New Jerseyan who starred as wrestler at Rutgers serves as Puerto Rico flag-bearer at Olympics
Former Rutgers wrestling star and Toms River native Sebastian Rivera carried out a huge honor Friday as Puerto Rico’s flag bearer for the Opening Ceremony of the 2024 Summer Olympic Games in Paris. The ceremony took place on the iconic Seine River with each country floating along the route on boats. ...
Brick, NJ police release surveillance photos of bank robber
BRICK — Police have released two photos from Ring surveillance footage of the person believed to have robbed a bank in the Ocean County township on Wednesday afternoon. On July 24, at approximately 12:15 p.m. Brick Township police were dispatched to the Santander Bank, located between Brick and Beaverson Boulevards, for a report of a bank robbery that just occurred.
Finally, a Lease Sign on the Old Quaker Steak & Lube in Brick, New Jersey
The Quaker Steak & Lube building in Brick has been empty for years, it's time for something great at that location. Quaker Steak & Lube is located on Cedar Bridge Avenue in Brick, on the edge of Brick Plaza. We were just talking about how we miss it. It was always delicious and a fun restaurant.
Ocean County, NJ, man charged in Toms River fatal hit-and-run crash
An Ocean County man has been arrested in connection to a fatal hit-and-run accident in Toms River Sunday afternoon. Authorities say 68-year-old John Marrone of Seaside Park has been charged with causing death or injury while driving with a suspended or revoked driver’s license and knowingly leaving the scene of a motor vehicle accident resulting in death.
Celebrate ‘Christmas in July’ at this awesome New Jersey brewery
Oh the weather outside is frightful… so you know what would help that? A cold, freshly poured local New Jersey beer. For anyone missing the feeling of the colder months, Tall Oaks Fram and Brewery in Farmingdale, New Jersey will be celebrating Christmas in July on Wednesday, July 31.
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