Lakewood Schools Closed Again Friday Due To Blizzard Cleanup

Authorities continue to urge residents to stay off the roads unless necessary due to hazardous conditions.

Lakewood Schools Closed Thursday; School Board Meeting Postponed

The reorganization meeting has been rescheduled.

Want To Prepay Your 2018 Lakewood Property Taxes? Here's Info

The tax reform bill signed into law limits the property tax deduction to $10,000; many are hoping to maximize their 2017 deduction.

Lakewood Pedestrian Was Hit Twice In Fatal Christmas Accident: PD

Breaking: Police said Roger A. Conover, 45, died after he was hit while crossing Cedar Bridge Avenue.

Pedestrian Hit, Killed In Lakewood On Christmas

The death is the 14th in Lakewood in 2017, according to New Jersey State Police records.

Lakewood Man Struck, Killed In Brick Accident: Police

Michael Cappello, 41, of Lakewood, was killed on Christmas Eve, police said.

Lakewood's Kearny Bank Staff, Customers Donate Toys To Kids

The toys were given to The Salvation Army for donation to kids in need.

Pedestrian Hit On 6th Street In Lakewood: Report

The accident is the fourth pedestrian accident in the last two weeks.

Lakewood Man Charged With DWI During Child Custody Exchange: PD

The child's father suspected the man was intoxicated and reported it, Lakewood police said.

2 Charged With Open Alcohol Containers In Lakewood Crackdown

Of 256 tickets issued, 22 were for failure to wear seat belts, 9 for failure to restrain children; both raise the risk of dying in a crash.

Lakewood Vaad Says Amnesty May Have Recovered Millions Of Dollars

The Vaad says residents made mistakes and are paying severe penalties, according to a report.

Lakewood Officer's Heroism Recounted Again As He Retires

Officer Sean Doyle's quick actions saved the life of a 4-year-old boy in 2013; Doyle is retiring after 20 years of service.

Gifts Galore & More/CVCJ Champion Campaign raises $60,000

fundraiser, volunteers, senior citizens, Alzheimer's Respite Care

7 Synagogue, Business Burglaries Linked To Lakewood Man: Police

Mashon Wilson, 27, also is accused of a string of car burglaries, police said.

Lakewood Woman ID'd In Fatal Shorrock Street Accident

Breaking: Irene Perosi, 53, was hit as she crossed Shorrock Street Tuesday evening. The driver of the car has not been charged, police said.

Pedestrian Struck, Killed Near Route 70 In Lakewood

What police termed a very serious accident on Shorrock Street took the life of the pedestrian, officials said.

Lakewood Receives $111K Recycling Grant From State DEP

The grant is based on the tonnage of recycling township residents and businesses did in 2015, the DEP said.

Speeding Lakewood Driver Charged With DWI: Police

Felipe Cruz-Gomez was pulled over after police received a report of an erratic driver.

Traffic Safety Crackdown Set For Lakewood Roads: Prosecutor

There have been 13 fatal accidents in 2017 in town; enforcement is planned on several of the highways in town, prosecutor's office said.

Police, Firefighters Respond To Lakewood House Fire

Police confirmed authorities were on the scene of the fire.

Public Comment On Eagle Ridge Settlement Extended: Report

The state Department of Environmental Protection agreed to accept more public comment on the 1,000-unit plan, a report said.

Man Punched Woman, Dragged Her During Purse Snatching: Police

The woman was treated for injuries suffered in the incident; the Ocean County man was arrested Sunday, police said.

A Story That Will Restore Your Faith In Humanity: Week In Review

Something truly amazing happened to a homeless man who helped a stranded NJ woman. Check out that story and our other top news of the week:

Safe Teen Dating - ​Teens deserve healthy relationships

Teens learn how to set boundaries, recognize signs of abuse and create safety planning @ Lakewood Library, on Wed., December 6th @ 6:30 pm.

Lakewood New Year’s Eve Events: 2018 Guide

Thinking about New Year’s Eve? Here’s your guide to fireworks, parties and events in and near Lakewood.

Lakewood Pharmacy To Repay Medicaid $878K On Prescription Claims

Breaking: The state comptroller's office said a routine investigation found claims that lacked supporting invoices.

GCU and Lakewood Police Partner for Teddy Bear Service Project

Georgian Court students and Lakewood Police partner to ease children's stress, anxiety during domestic abuse calls.

CVCJ Founder Barbara Devlin Receives AARP-NJ Andrus Award

Volunteer caregiver, senior citizens, Alzheimer's Respite Care, community service

DCA to Host Housing Resource Fair in Ocean County for Sandy-Impacted Residents

Free Housing Resource Fair

Caregiver Volunteers of Central Jersey Gifts Galore & More

Fundraiser for non-profit, volunteer, senior care, therapy dogs, Alzheimer's Respite Care, home visits, doctor appointment transport

Caregiver Canines® and Petco Foundation Team Up to Introduce In-Home Visiting Therapy Dogs at Petco, Toms River

Pet care, Pet stores, Petco, senior care, therapy dogs, Caregiver Volunteers of Central Jersey, Alzheimer's Respite Care, volunteer

Local Nonprofit Agencies Honored to Meet Alan Alda

Benefit, volunteering, Senior Citizen Care, Alzheimer's Respite Care Program, Community Medical Center, Grunin Center

School Budget Gap Forces Lakewood To Cut Sports: Report

The district received some assistance from the state and from the township to rehire teachers and save the football program.