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NJ Dad Accused of Beating Son to Death Coached His Mom on Her Testimony During Recorded Jail Call: Lawyers
Prosecutors said in court that Christopher Gregor and his mother Carolyn would both be questioned about the call in question if they took the stand during the trial, prompting the defense to remove the murder suspect's mother as a witness.
Why some homeless people say no option but to camp in the woods
Deliberations are still ongoing about how to spend Ocean County's Homelessness Trust Fund. Nearly a year after Ocean County established a Homelessness Trust Fund, the county’s Homelessness Trust Fund Task Force has yet to formulate its bylaws and decide how to spend the fund. After instituting a $5 charge on most documents processed by the county clerk’s office, the Board of Commissioners says that more than $107,000 has been raised since September.
Resident Seeks Help in Identifying Suspect Who Cut Lock, Stole Electric Scooter [Surveillance Video]
A Lakewood resident is asking for the public’s assistance and identifying the suspect who stole his child’s electric scooter by cutting the lock. The theft occurred on Tuesday, between 5:10-5:25 pm at the corner of Cross and Rustic. Anyone with information of the suspect or vehicle is asked...
Ocean County Man Arrested For Gun Offenses
MANCHESTER – A Township man has been arrested and charged for recklessly shooting a firearm in the woods early Sunday morning, police said. Around 2:09 a.m., Ptl. Maliff was patrolling in the the area of Manchester Boulevard and Wranglebrook Road when he heard several gunshots. He later identified the car coming from the area and pulled the vehicle over.
Surveillance Video Shows Cyclist Being Struck by a Vehicle in Lakewood
Surveillance video captured the moment a cyclist was struck by a vehicle in Lakewood this afternoon. The accident happened shortly before 5:00 PM at the intersection of New Hampshire Avenue and Cedarbridge Avenue. Video shows the cyclist crossing over New Hampshire Avenue while vehicles were turning from Cedarbridge Avenue. Luckily,...
Busy Court Docket Among Residents’ Concerns
MANCHESTER – Several township residents brought their concerns, recommendations and suggestions to the governing body during a recent Township Council meeting. Resident Tom Farrell noted that with Manchester sharing court services with nearby Lakehurst and Plumsted that things may be getting crowded. “I’ve had to appear in the court and this is standing room only here. Court opens at 9:30 a.m. and I imagine that if you came in at 10:30 a.m. it would be packed.”
Monmouth County store sells $1 million Cash 5 ticket. Did you win?
If you bought a Cash 5 ticket for Wednesday's drawing, you might have some distant relatives you never knew you had. Because you're not a million dollars richer. A Cash 5 ticket purchased at Laurel Market in Hazlet Township hit the jackpot. What we know:Mega Millions jackpot winner in Neptune...
N.J. BBQ truck known for crazy creations opening first restaurant
A New Jersey food truck known for barbecue classics as well as non-conventional creations is opting to park and open up a brick-and-mortar location. Harry’s Smokin’ BBQ, which has operated out of Toms River for more than four years, will open up at 213 Route 37 in Toms River. The space was formerly home to Mi Mexico Lindo.
Does Lakewood banquet hall belong here? This meeting could end nearly decade-long fight
LAKEWOOD - The ongoing battle over the future of Lake Terrace, a popular banquet hall that’s been operating without proper permits in Lakewood’s industrial zone for nearly a decade, may be closer to a solution. The Lakewood Zoning Board of Adjustment, which has been holding limited hearings on...
Bodycam Footage Shows Neighbors, Lakewood Police Officers Rescuing Victim From Burning Home [Viewer Discretion Advised]
Bodycam footage obtained by TLS shows Lakewood police officers and neighbors rescuing a victim from a structure fire earlier this month. On May 4th, at approximately 1:20 AM, Lakewood Police Department, Lakewood Twp EMS, and Lakewood Fire Department were dispatched for a structure fire on Joe Parker Rd. Upon arrival, officers found a residential home engulfed in flames.
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