Statewide Poll Finds NJ Voters Favor Ballot Proposals

The Stockton Polling Institute finds voters favor initiatives on higher education and pay to judges.

PHOTOS: Navy Blimp a Training and Data-Gathering Tool

Navy offered media outlets the opportunity to tour Ocean County from inside the MZ-3A blimp.

Bruce Springsteen to Stump for Obama in Ohio, Iowa

New Jersey rocker will take the stage for the Democratic campaign to help with close races in those states.

Stafford Mayor Delivers 'State of the Township' Remarks During Meeting

Challenger for open seat in the Council race calls address a "campaign ad."

Voter Registration Deadline Tuesday

Oct. 16 last day to register for November election

Bill Proposes Notifying Police Departments of Residents' License Suspensions

Ocean County legislator's bill passes committee

What Time Is the Vice Presidential Debate?

Here are details on Thursday's debate between Vice President Joe Biden and Congressman Paul Ryan.

High Cost of Trash Pickup on Minds of Brighton Residents

One resident asks for help with costs at "Meet and Greet" with Barnegat candidates yesterday.

Public Meeting to be Held on Operation and Closure of Oyster Creek

The Nov. 5 meeting will begin at 6 p.m. at the Ocean County Administrative Building in Toms River.

What's Open, What's Closed for Columbus Day?

Municipal offices, public works, post office all closed today.

Stafford to Plant Tree Nursery on Illegal Dump Site

Township will grow their own trees adjacent to Southern Regional athletic fields.

State Officials Approve New Beach Access Rules

The rules side with special interests by blocking access to beaches and waterfronts, Sierra Club says.

2nd Annual Rotary Doggie Derby Slated for Sunday

Contests, demonstrations to take place 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

New Water Rates Still Making Waves in Stafford

Residents and business owners voice their anger and confusion tempered with humor over new rates during Tuesday's committee meeting.

DEP Visits Tanner's Pit

Several residents concerned about history of violations at site

Check Out Banned Books Week

Censorship is alive and well, as highlighted by Banned Books Week—and you might be surprised by who the most vocal challengers of books are.

Christie: 'I'm Not Going Anywhere' if Romney Wins

Governor says New Jersey is prepared to handle loss of power after Oyster Creek closes

Internal Poll Shows Runyan Leads Adler by 16 Points

Adler campaign: race is still competitive

Stafford Independent Club Discusses Taxes

Informational presentation will be held tonight

Barnegat Republicans Host Meet and Greet

Meet and Greet followed announcement by League of Women Voters that Barnegat would not have a debate

Stafford Councilman's Son Indicted in Crash that Killed Barnegat Man

Robert Kusznikow indicted on count of second degree vehicular homicide

Stafford Man Named County Historian

Timothy Hart succeeds Pauline S. Miller, who died last December

Polhemus Won't Debate With Democratic Opponent

Veteran sheriff turns down invitation from Ocean County League of Women Voters

Stafford Unveils Latest Plan to Alleviate Flooding in Ocean Acres

Township officials say new proposal will protect people and property while addressing environmental concerns

Auction A Main Topic of Discussion at Committee Meeting

The parcel of land - at 1111 West Bay Avenue - was most recently owned by the now-bankrupt Shoreline Sand and Gravel

Barnegat Branch Trail Construction Contract Set to be Awarded

Construction begins in coming weeks

County To Offer Flu Vaccines for Season

Local sites include Waretown today, and Stafford and Barnegat in coming weeks

Public Meeting to Discuss Replacement of Oyster Creek

State and local officials will be hosting a Public Information Session on Sept. 26 at Lacey Middle School

Seaside Heights Bar Fined $15K, 'Jersey Shore' Cast Member Banned Over June Incident

Spicy Cantina reaches settlement with state

Southern Ocean Officials Discuss Shared Services

Consolidation plans are encouraged by the state, Barnegat Township official says

Beach Haven Council Members Study Demolition Ordinances

The demolition of a Fairview Avenue home sparked controversy last month

New Contract for Beach Haven Public Works

Contract retroactive to Jan. 1 of this year

NRC: Oyster Creek Performed as Expected for Mid-Cycle Review

Only two findings marked as "green"and fell under a cross cutting aspect in the area of human performance and decision making

Dems Select Two Freeholder Candidates

Former Jackson Mayor, local Realtor will run against incumbents

Former Ocean County Reporter Dies at Home in Howell

Bill Heine, who had covered court before working for Monmouth County, dies Sunday

Chasing The Beach Plum At Island Beach State Park

15th Annual Beach Plum Festival will run from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday, rain or shine

Two Ocean County Roads Rank in State's Deadliest Dozen for Pedestrians

Route 9 and Route 549 together had 13 pedestrian deaths from 2007 to 2009

Christie Vetoes Off-Shore Gas Project

Governor will not allow Liberty Natural Gas to construct an offshore pipeline off the coast of Asbury Park

Committee Meeting Highlights

A summary of the decisions and discussions at the township's February meeting

Chief, Mayor Explain Need for K-9, Assure Residents Cost to Township Minimal

Police outline costs associated with dog during Committee meeting presentation on department's savings and services in recent years