Pharmaceutical Sales Rep From Bayville Admits To Health Care Fraud

Keith Ritson joined Dr. Frank Alario in a scheme where they prescribed unnecessary medications to be reimbursed thousands, officials said.

'No Threat' To Berkeley Students Amid Swatting Reports

Across Ocean County and the state, fake shootings have been reported at schools. There is no threat at Berkeley schools, officials said.

Unlicensed Driver Overturns Car In 3-Vehicle Berkeley Crash: Police

The driver was turning onto the Parkway ramp when his car struck a car heading north, rolled over and struck another car at a stop sign.

Senior Communities To Vote On Deer Hunt In Berkeley

Individual communities will decide if they want to allow deer hunting in Berkeley's senior developments.

Knifepoint Robbery, Car Fire: Monthly Berkeley Police Blotter

Berkeley police have released a blotter for the month of September, listing some of the calls responded to throughout the month.

Violations Issued To Jersey Shore Beaches After Lifeguard Deaths

To prevent future lifeguard deaths like the two in 2021, the Department of Labor performed inspections and issued violations.

Off-Duty NJ Cop Saves 2 From Drowning At Island Beach State Park

NJ Transit Police Officer Zachary Sjosward was fishing with his friends when they got swept away. He immediately jumped into action.

1 Dead In Berkeley Motorcycle Crash In Parking Lot: Police

A NJ man died in a motorcycle crash last month after a collision with another vehicle pulling out of a parking lot, authorities said.

Local EMS Shares Bayville's Role In 9/11 Aftermath

After the terrorist attacks 21 years ago, a nation came together to help one another. Several of those helpers were from Berkeley.

Motorcyclist Killed In Berkeley Crash: Police

Daniel Wisnewski, 26, was killed on Aug. 30 when a driver pulling out of a parking lot collided with his motorcycle, Berkeley police said.

Lockdown Cleared At Clara B. Worth School: Berkeley Police

The school was shut down as police responded to a potential incident in the adjacent neighborhood, police said. Students have returned now.

2-Month Drug Investigation Leads To 2 Ocean Gate Men Charged: Police

After a multi-agency investigation, two Ocean Gate residents were charged with dealing drugs in Stafford, police said.

2nd 'Potentially Rabid' Fox Still Sought At Double Trouble, DEP Says

State officials say a fox that tested positive for rabies is not the one that attacked two people and their dog on Monday.

Rabid Fox Caught At Double Trouble State Park, Health Dept. Confirms

The fox was confirmed to be positive for rabies, Ocean County health officials said, and reminded residents to stay away from wildlife.

No Signs Of 'Potentially Rabid' Fox, Double Trouble Remains Closed

"Public safety is our first priority. The park remains closed," state park officials said. This is the fourth day of the park's closure.

Deer Hunt Addressed Again In Berkeley Senior Communities

Berkeley's senior residents are concerned about a potential deer hunt taking place in Holiday City and Silver Ridge Park this fall.

Double Trouble Closed For 3rd Day, Rabid Fox Search Continues

The park is closed "until further notice" as officials attempt to trap a potentially rabid fox, state park officials said.

'Potentially Rabid' Fox Temporarily Closes Double Trouble State Park

The park was closed Monday evening and remains closed as of Tuesday morning, state park officials said.

Carjacker Who Bit, Choked Woman Sentenced In Ocean County

John Bailey, 36, of Bayville was identified through DNA testing. He pleaded guilty in the 2018 attack on a Lakewood woman.

Bayville Man Hit By Cop Car After Running Stop Sign: Police

Michael Knapp, of Bayville, was hit by a patrol car after he failed to stop at a stop sign in Egg Harbor Township, police said.

2 Berkeley Police Captains Retire

After serving Berkeley for more than 30 years, both Captain Philip Smith and Captain George Dohn have retired.

6 Rescued Off Island Beach State Park As Boat Capsizes

Six people were rescued off the coast of Berkeley Township on Sunday after a boat capsized, according to Coast Guard officials.

3 Rescued From Cedar Creek Between Berkeley And Lacey: Officials

First responders from near Berkeley and Lacey teamed up to save three people on Sunday who "were in distress" with daylight fading.

Church Fire In Ocean Gate Under Investigation

Officials were able to contain the fire to the basement of Breakout Ministries, also known as Ocean Gate Church, Thursday night.

Driver Ejected From Van In Berkeley Crash: Police

The two drivers involved in the crash were taken to the hospital by medevac, Berkeley police said.

No Summonses Issued For Illegal Fireworks In Berkeley: Police

Berkeley police told Patch that over the July 4th weekend, no summonses were issued for illegal firework usage.

July 4th Fireworks Cause Bayville Boat Fire: Police

The vessel caught on fire in the bay around Butler Blvd and Glen Cove, New Jersey State Police said.

Berkeley Forces Black Officer To Resign, Denies Workers Comp: Lawsuit

Ravino Johnson, the town's first Black police officer hired since 1976, alleges he was fired because of his race.

Spot Illegal Fireworks In Berkeley? Call Police, Officials Say

If you notice illegal fireworks ahead of the Fourth of July weekend, let police know, officials said.

Lightning Detector Installed At Berkeley Beach

The detector was installed following lifeguard Keith Pinto's tragic death in South Seaside Park last summer.

NJ Cop Punched Player In Face During Sports Game: Reports

Patrick Carney, 50, was charged with aggravated assault after reportedly punching a fellow softball player, multiple outlets report.

Expect Smoke Smell At Double Trouble State Park Tuesday

If you visit Double Trouble State Park on Tuesday, expect smoke and poor air quality, officials said.

Woman Who Drowned At Island Beach State Park Identified: Report

The woman who went missing at Island Beach State Park Monday evening has been identified, according to a report.

Body Of Missing Island Beach State Park Woman Recovered

The woman went missing late Monday afternoon and her body was recovered early Tuesday afternoon, officials said.

Man Sentenced For Attacking, Robbing Elderly Woman In Berkeley

David Steen, 54, was sentenced to 10 years in New Jersey State Prison for hitting a woman with a golf club and robbing her, officials said.

Bayville Man Who Bit, Choked Woman In 2018 Carjacking Pleads Guilty

John Bailey, 35, was identified and charged in 2021 through DNA in a bite mark on the woman's leg and blood in her car, the prosecutor said.

Panic Alarm Set Off At Central Regional 'False Alarm,' Police Say

Berkeley police responded to Central Regional High School this morning for what was determined to be a false alarm.

'Click It Or Ticket' Campaign Begins In Berkeley

According to the Attorney General's Office, Berkeley police are one of 145 law enforcement agencies receiving a grant for the campaign.

Bayville Man Sought In String Of Brick Burglaries

Police are seeking Christopher Butler in connection with three commercial burglaries that happened in Brick in January.

Plan Of Action Set For Berkeley Island Abandoned Boat

A plan is set into motion for the removal of the abandoned boat off of Berkeley Island, Mayor Carmen Amato told Patch.