State Police Seek Help Finding Missing Lakewood Woman

Dale Murberg, 66, was last seen April 18, according to the New Jersey State Police Missing Persons Unit.

Lakewood Man Spit On Officers, Stripped During Arrest: Police

Police say Marquise Cadet claimed he had coronavirus, spat all over a room, coughed on officers, after refusing a mask at a store.

Lakewood Pair Charged In String Of Vehicle Burglaries

Police charged the two in connection with burglaries dating back to mid-April and said more charges are anticipated.

Salute Your 2020 Lakewood Grad On Patch With Photos, Messages

They might not have a traditional graduation ceremony this year, but they've worked hard to get to this point. Here's to the class of 2020!

Lakewood Rabbi Who Sued Over Murphy Order Arrested

Rabbi Yisrael Knopfler was arrested Monday; he and a North Jersey priest are suing Gov. Murphy over the gatherings ban, a report said.

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Lakewood Heroes: Help Patch Recognize Those Making A Difference

We all know someone who's making a difference in this difficult time. Let's give them some of the recognition they deserve.

Georgian Court Freezes Undergrad Tuition For 2020-2021

The tuition freeze comes amid the uncertainties and effects of the ongoing outbreak of the coronavirus.

FBI Raids 2 Warehouses In Lakewood In 2 Days: Reports

FBI agents were seen removing boxes from two warehouses in the Lakewood Industrial Park; some were labeled "respirators," a report said.

Wedding, Religious Study Session Prompt Summonses In Lakewood

Three incidents led to charges for 18 people; a man was charged after yelling at authorities investigating a complaint, officials said.

Identities Of Man, Woman Found Dead In Lakewood Home Released

Prosecutor Bradley Billhimer said Fabiola Rubiano, 86, and James Rubiano, 51, had extensive health issues.

What's Open, Closed In Lakewood During Coronavirus Shutdowns

Many local businesses are in our guide of what's open and closed in Lakewood during the coronavirus shutdowns.

Lakewood Man Charged In Armed Robbery Of Pharmacy

Police say Elioenai Aguinaga Figueroa was arrested after a drug transaction; investigation tied him to the pharmacy robbery, they said.

Lakewood Toy Store Closed, Catered Party Halted Amid Coronavirus

Police found a bouncy house and waiters at the party; 9 people were charged as the two incidents violated Gov. Murphy's emergency orders.

Ocean County Virtual Library Open

Ocean Count Library Staff miss you at their libraries, but will continue serving you as their virtual doors are always open.

Lakewood School Bus Probe Finds Food Deliveries: Prosecutor

An investigation over several days has found the buses are delivering food, and nothing more, Ocean Prosecutor Bradley Billhimer said.

Shots Fired During Lakewood Drug Deal, Man Stabbed: Police

One man allegedly pulled a handgun on the other and attempted to rob him, police said. Both face charges.

Drive-Through Passover Carnival In Lakewood Postponed

The drive-through event was postponed a day after plans to hold it were announced.

15 Charged At Lakewood Funeral; Mourners Were Told To Stay Away

Community leaders told people to stay away because of the coronavirus gatherings ban; 1 man was arrested, the prosecutor's office said.

Lakewood Businesses: Open Or Closed? Let Your Customers Know

We're publishing a simple Open-or-Closed Directory for Lakewood Businesses. Here's how to get listed.

Engagement Party Leads To Charges For 10 In Lakewood

Events across the state continue happen during the coronavirus outbreak despite repeated warnings from law enforcement.

School Buses Carrying Food, Not Students: Lakewood Board Attorney

Authorities continue to investigate, Michael Inzelbuch says 2 kids seen on one bus were children of the driver, who was delivering food.

5 Rabbis From Lakewood Among NJ's Coronavirus Fatalities: Reports

The deaths, reported by Jewish media organizations, are among the more than 200 people in the state who have succumbed to the virus.

2nd Lakewood Gathering In 24 Hours Broken Up: Prosecutor

The gathering of 35 people took several tries to disperse, officials said; it's fifth violation of the ban due to the coronavirus in a week.

Lakewood Couple Charged In Breaking Coronavirus Gathering Ban

Authorities found 40-50 people gathered at their home; the couple was charged with 5 counts of child endangerment, the prosecutor said.

5th Lakewood Wedding Halted, Broke Coronavirus Gathering Ban: PD

"We all need to recognize the vital role we all have in flattening the curve of this outbreak," Prosecutor Bradley Billhimer said.

Man Accused Of Faking Cough, Coronavirus Claim In Lakewood

Police say the man coughed and said he had the virus after store employee wouldn't sell him cigarettes.

2 More Lakewood Gatherings Broken Up Amid Coronavirus Shutdown

"Our social distancing directives are not polite suggestions, they are orders," Gov. Phil Murphy said; Lakewood had 84 cases as of Tuesday.

Occupied Lakewood Yeshiva, Weddings Amid Coronavirus Spark Anger

Lakewood authorities were sending the students home, and said they will prosecute violators of state orders during the outbreak.

4 Test Positive For Coronavirus In Lakewood: County Health Office

All schools in Lakewood, public and private, were closed as of Wednesday night, per orders from Gov. Phil Murphy.

Police Break Up 2 Lakewood Weddings For Exceeding 50-Person Limit

Gov. Phil Murphy on Monday limited all gatherings to 50 people to try to slow the spread of the new coronavirus.

Lakewood Schools Staying Open Amid Coronavirus Spread — For Now

The district is staying open unless it is ordered by state or local authorities to close, officials said.

Coronavirus: Lakewood Hospital Tightens Visitor Policies

Monmouth Medical Center Southern Campus and its parent company, RWJ Barnabas Health, have tightened visitor rules as the virus has spread.

Lakewood Schools Cleaning, Planning Amid Coronavirus Concerns

Plans have been put in place to provide food for students who receive free breakfasts and lunches, as well as instruction, if schools close.

Lakewood Man Gets 7 Years For Fentanyl, Weapons Charges

Authorities pulled him over in 2016 as part of an investigation into fentanyl distribution in the Lakewood area.

Tax Preparation Help Available For Lakewood Senior Citizens

The assistance is being provided by a partnership of the Ocean County Office of Senior Services and AARP.

Lakewood Branch of the Ocean County Library accepting Prom Dress

"New or Gently Used Prom Dresses or Tuxedos" are accepted at all Library branch locations from now until March 13th. Please read guidelines

Lakewood School Briefly Locked Down, But Gun Report Unfounded: PD

An Oak Street School student was reported to have a gun, but Lakewood police found no weapon on him or in the school, they said.

5 Lakewood Officers Monitored After Possible Measles Exposure

A person who was arrested may have been exposed to the measles and may have exposed the officers, Lakewood police said.

Lakewood To Dedicate School Library In Toms River Woman's Memory

Sara Trahey, who was the media specialist at Ella G. Clarke School, died Friday in a fire at her Toms River home.