Rental Arrears Trending Downward In Ocean County: Analysis

More than 1 out of every 10 Ocean County rental households are in arrears as of early August, according to a new analysis.

Lakewood Students Get Fresh Veggies, Fruit Through State Programs

The Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program and the Farm to School Program help students get veggies and fruit to encourage healthy eating.

Join us online for "Master Challenges of Aging" at OC Library

Learn about aging-related physical, cognitive and mental health change during Ocean County Library Virtual Program @ 12pm Tues., October 5.

Lakewood Area Housing Market: Prices Continue To Rise

The Lakewood area has experienced explosive home price growth this past year and prices are still moving upward.

Pumpkin Availability Near Lakewood For 2021

New Jersey has more pumpkin patch acres than most states.

Lakewood Area Pumpkin Patches To Visit In 2021

Landmark pumpkin patches and farms in New Jersey offer a ton of fall fun for the family.

OCPO: TOMS RIVER MAN PLEADS GUILTY TO VEHICULAR HOMICIDE

On September 5, 2020, the New Jersey State Police received a report of a pedestrian having been struck by a motor vehicle in the area of ...

Students Unhurt As School Bus Hits Parked Cars: Lakewood Police

The bus wound up perched on one vehicle that ended up on its side, but police said none of the 15 students were injured.

Lakewood-Area Unemployment Rate Decreased In July: Feds

The Ocean County unemployment rate improved somewhat during the summer.

OCPO: LITTLE EGG HARBOR TOWNSHIP MAN CHARGED WITH STRICT LIABILITY DRUG INDUCED DEATH TO REMAIN DETAINED PENDING TRIAL

The charges referenced above are merely accusations and the press and public are reminded that all defendants are presumed innocent unle ...

Lakewood Pumpkin Patch Guide 2021

There are several pumpkin patches in the Lakewood area. Here are some of the most beloved ones.

OCPO: FUGITIVE CHARGED WITH ATTEMPTED MURDER SURRENDERS HIMSELF TO AUTHORITIES

On July 26, 2021, at approximately 4:00 p.m., Officers of the Brick Township Police Department responded to the parking lot of the ShopR ...

OCPO: TWO LITTLE EGG HARBOR TOWNSHIP RESIDENTS CHARGED WITH STRICT LIABILITY DRUG INDUCED DEATH

On July 3, 2021, Officers from the Little Egg Harbor Police Department were summoned to a residence on East Susquehanna Drive for a repo ...

OCPO: LITTLE EGG HARBOR TOWNSHIP MAN CHARGED WITH STRICT LIABILITY DRUG INDUCED DEATH APPREHENDED

Belk was charged on August 26, 2021 with Strict Liability Drug Induced Death in violation of N.J.S.A. 2C:35-9a, Endangering the Welfare ...

OCPO: PENNSYLVANIA MAN CHARGED WITH ATTEMPTED MURDER AND WEAPONS OFFENSES TO REMAIN DETAINED PENDING TRIAL

The charges referenced above are merely accusations and the press and public are reminded that all defendants are presumed innocent unle ...

OCPO: TOMS RIVER MAN CHARGED WITH ATTEMPTED THEFT BY DECEPTION AND CONTEMPT

An investigation by the Ocean County Prosecutor's Office Economic Crime Squad revealed that between May 22, 2021 and August 8, 2021, Sch ...

OCPO: TUCKERTON MAN INDICTED FOR ATTEMPTED MURDER

On January 5, 2021, at approximately 7:30 p.m., Little Egg Harbor Township Police were dispatched to Jarvis Marine on Radio Road in resp ...

OCPO: FOUR OCEAN COUNTY RESIDENTS CHARGED WITH NARCOTICS DISTRIBUTION

On August 10, 2021, Detectives from the Ocean County Prosecutor's Narcotics Strike Force, along with Officers from the Pine Beach Police ...

OCPO: JACKSON MAN INDICTED FOR LEAVING THE SCENE OF A FATAL MOTOR VEHICLE CRASH

On December 24, 2020, at approximately 6:00 p.m., Officers of the Jackson Township Police Department were summoned to the area of Cedar ...

Home Prices In Lakewood Area Increased Recently

National home prices are have surged over the past year; The Lakewood area was no exception.

Lakewood Man Who Shot 4-Year-Old Girl Gets 8 Years In Prison

Sciaire N. Jackson, 28, pleaded guilty to the August 2020 shooting that shattered the young girl's femur.

OCPO: NEWARK TEEN SENTENCED TO STATE PRISON FOR AGGRAVATED ASSAULT

On September 7, 2020, at approximately 3:30 p.m., the Point Pleasant Beach Police Department responded to multiple 911 calls for reports ...

Lakewood-Area Unemployment Rate Increased In June: Feds

But national figures point to a rebound when local data for July becomes available next month.

Update: Check Hospital Capacity In Lakewood Area

Here's how many hospital beds are currently filled in Ocean County.

CHEMED Failed To Protect Nurses From Coronavirus: OSHA

The Lakewood medical clinic is contesting the citation and a possible $273,064 fine for failing to make sure N95 masks fit nurses properly.

Lakewood Woman Sold Counterfeit Gucci, Chanel Items: Prosecutor

Courtney C. Michaels, 25, is accused of selling numerous counterfeit handbags and clothing as high-end designer items, authorities said.

OCPO: LAKEWOOD TOWNSHIP WOMAN CHARGED WITH COUNTERFEITING

This charge is a result of an investigation conducted by the Ocean County Prosecutor's Office Economic Crime Squad and Department of Hom ...

Coronavirus Transmission 'Substantial' In Ocean County: CDC

The CDC recommends indoor public mask use for vaccinated and unvaccinated Lakewood residents.

OCPO: TWO WARETOWN RESIDENTS CHARGED WITH NARCOTICS DISTRIBUTION

Based on the cooperative investigation, Detectives obtained a court-authorized search warrant for the subject residence in Waretown. On ...

OCPO: JACKSON WOMAN CHARGED WITH MURDER

On August 2, 2021, at approximately 2:15 a.m., Officers of the Jackson Township Police Department responded to a residence in reference ...

OCPO: TOMS RIVER MAN CHARGED WITH NARCOTICS DISTRIBUTION AND WEAPONS OFFENSES

Based on the investigation, Detectives obtained a court-authorized search warrant for the subject residence. On July 30, 2021, Detective ...

Lakewood Man Indicted On Attempted Murder Charges

Stanley Williams, 25, was indicted by an Ocean County grand jury in connection with an April 18 attack on multiple police officers.

OCPO: LAKEWOOD MAN INDICTED FOR ATTEMPTED MURDER

On April 17, 2021, at approximately 7:00 p.m., Lakewood Township Police Officers responded to a residence on Lisa Robyn Circle in refere ...

Six Flags To Host COVID-19 Vaccine Clinics, Rewards Offered

The amusement center will host a string of free vaccination clinics in August, with all recipients eligible for a free Wild Safari ticket.

'A Time Bomb Ticking': See Rental Arrears In Ocean County

A new analysis found more than 6 million nationwide are behind on rent, owing a total of $23 billion.

Lakewood Area Restaurants Received Revitalization Grants

Lakewood area restaurants were helped by a federal program as part of the American Rescue Plan Act.

OCPO: SEASIDE HEIGHTS MAN CHARGED WITH ATTEMPTED MURDER

On July 26, 2021, at approximately 4:00 p.m., Officers of the Brick Township Police Department responded to the parking lot of the ShopR ...

OCPO: SOUTH TOMS RIVER MAN SENTENCED TO STATE PRISON FOR AGGRAVATED MANSLAUGHTER

Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer announced that on July 26, 2021, Marcus Samuels, 32, of South Toms River, was sentenced by ...

OCPO: BRICK TOWNSHIP STABBING UNDER INVESTIGATION

Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer and Brick Township Chief of Police James Riccio announced that on July 26, 2021, at approxi ...

OCPO: TOMS RIVER WOMAN PLEADS GUILTY TO ANIMAL CRUELTY

Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer announced that on July 23, 2021, Allissa DeStefano, 30, of Toms River, pled guilty to Anima ...