Toms River Hockey Club Marking 50th Anniversary With Celebration

The Toms River Hockey Club is kicking off its 50th year with an opening day celebration.

Attention Creators - 2025 National Poison Prevention Week Contest

Tell us your poison story! Open to all students K-12th grade.

New School Year Brings Concerns About Exposure to Potential Poisons

Be aware of hidden dangers at home and in school that can lead to potentially dangerous mishaps and calls to the poison control center.

Seaside Heights Carousel To Reopen This Summer: Report

The historic Dr. Floyd L. Moreland Carousel in Seaside Heights closed in April 2019 to undergo a complete restoration.

Girl Scouts Celebrate Next Generation at Community Medical Center

Girl Scout alumnae group gives a gift to the first girl born on National Girl Scout Day at Community Medical Center in Toms River, NJ.

Seaside Heights Carousel Reopening Anticipated In Spring 2024

The restoration of the historic carousel has earned award recognition, the Seaside Heights Historical Society says.

Halloween Safety

Although Halloween is a time filled with exciting and fun activities, it’s a busy time for everyone, including the state’s poison center.

Summer Camp at the Ocean County Artists Guild

The Ocean County Artists Guild is pleased to be offering Children's Summer Camp sessions again this year.

Free Cardiac, Concussion Screenings Available for Young Athletes

Community Medical Center is offering free cardiac and concussion screenings for children ages 5 and up at Ocean County College.

Community Medical Center Earns U.S. News' Maternity Care Recognition

Community Medical Center earned U.S. News & World Report’s highest award for maternity care.

Six Flags Great Adventure Celebrates Summer Vibes And Medusa's Return

The rebranding of the park's first floorless roller coaster is nearly complete in time for a summer festival at the amusement park.

2022 Jersey Shore Beach Guide: Beach Badges And Parking

Here's information on where you need beach badges and where access is free up and down the Jersey Shore for the summer of 2022.

Seaside Heights Easter Egg Hunt Puts 10,000 Eggs On The Beach

The annual Easter egg hunt returns to the beach for kids, with coupons for boardwalk fun.

Easter Eggstravaganza Coming To Toms River Church

Thousands of eggs, a scavenger hunt and fun for the family are in store at First Assembly of God Church. Learn how to register.

OCC COVID Testing To Close Early Due To Frigid Temps

The Ocean County Health Department announced the shortened testing hours as temperatures are expected to remain below freezing Tuesday.

Share Your Halloween Costume Photos With Toms River Patch

Get your Halloween costume inspiration at a Toms River area pumpkin patch, and then share your ideas with us.

Community Medical Center COVID-19 Vaccine Clinic Expands Hours

Convenient weekend, evening hours for COVID-19 vaccines now available for adults & children ages 12 & older at Community Medical Center.

Toms River Township Pool Set To Open For 2021 Summer

The township is preparing for another summer of fun at the municipal pool.

Seaside Heights Holding Virtual First Night Scavenger Hunt

The usual First Night celebration is sidelined because of the coronavirus pandemic, but you can still partake in some fun.

Annual Toms River Tree Lighting To Be Held Virtually On Friday

This year's Toms River tree lighting event will be held virtually in light of safety restrictions in place due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Patch Holiday Food Drive In Ocean County: Give To Feeding America

The Patch Holiday Food Drive is raising money for Feeding America and the food banks, pantries and meal programs in Ocean County.

Toms River's Best Pumpkin Patches 2020

These Toms River-area pumpkin patches offer pumpkins and other fun fall activities as Halloween nears.

Beachwood Moves Trick-Or-Treating To Halloween

The borough was planning to have trick-or-treating on Oct. 30, but shifted to match neighboring towns.

Toms River Sets Trick-Or-Treating For Halloween Amid Coronavirus

With the Halloween Parade canceled, trick-or-treat will be Oct. 31 in Toms River and South Toms River. Beachwood has chosen Oct. 30.

Best Toms River-Area Pumpkin Patches 2020

Looking for pumpkins and other fun fall activities? Here are some Toms River-area pumpkin patches to check out.

Beachwood Cancels Labor Day Fireworks On The Toms River

The fireworks were postponed from the Fourth of July in hopes that social distancing measures would be eased.

Toms River Senior Center Reopens To Activities With Changes

The senior center shut down its in-person activities in March as the coronavirus outbreak was worsening.

Mini Golf, Go-Karts Back In Action In Seaside Heights

Amusement rides are still closed but boardwalk games are open now as the state relaxes measures amid the coronavirus outbreak.

Memorial Day Weekend At Jersey Shore: What's Open, What's Closed

Here's how the coronavirus social distancing restrictions are affecting Memorial Day weekend at the Jersey Shore.

Toms River Twins Get Birthday Parade As Coronavirus Halts Trip

The 5-year-olds were supposed to celebrate with school friends and a Disney trip. Their mom's best friend made sure they had a special day.

Six Flags Great Adventure To Receive Autism Certification

Staff training on assisting those with cognitive needs, spaces for sensory breaks and other accommodations are part of the certification.

Seaside Park Girl Becomes Ocean County's First Baby Of 2020

The baby girl, born to Adriana Kelly and Doug Plaag, arrived five days after her due date to help her family joyfully ring in the New Year.

Toms River Halloween Parade: See The Winners, Watch It Again

There was a stiff breeze on Halloween, but costumes, floats and marching bands made the trek through Toms River. Take a look.

Toms River Halloween Parade 'A Go,' Officials Announce

Concerns about potential stormy weather have been eased, officials said.

See It: Toms River Boy Is Pro Wrestling's Newest Star

Nate Richardson, 11, got a memory of a lifetime when he pinned wrestler Cody Rhodes in an impromptu match at an All Elite Wrestling event.

Halloween Trick-Or-Treating Reminders From Toms River

There are reminders for those planning to attend the annual Halloween parade as well, including when you can put chairs out and more.

5 Ways Families Can Avoid Overspending This Summer — And Beyond

Summer spending doesn't have to break the bank! Here are a few ways to cut back while still having some big fun all year.

Does Your Child’s Backpack Make the Grade?

Back-to-School Backpack Safety Tips from Community Medical Center

Toms River Accepting Registration For After-School Care Program

The Toms River Youth Services program is first-come, first-served.

Catch A Movie At Community Fair In South Toms River

There will be face-painting, a bounce house and more.

Cub Scouts Holding Free Regatta Sailboat Race In Toms River

Build your sailboat, give it the wind power and check out Cub Scout Pack 29.

Helpful Pregnancy Advice That Moms-To-Be Should Embrace

If you're pregnant, don't stress— a new book explains just what to do while making your baby, from healthy diets to the checklist you need.

Tidying Up: How To Declutter Our Lives As Parents

It's common to feel suffocated by all of our material objects. Luckily, there are some ways to simplify our lives as parents and people.

7 Expert Tips On Managing Your Picky Little Eaters

Every parent wants to crack the code on their picky eaters — without having to force-feed them. Here are some techniques that will help.

Traveling With A Toddler: Pro Tips And Avoidable Fails

Planning a getaway with a toddler? It might not be as sunny as you hoped, if you're not prepared. Here are some tips to remember!

7 Signs You Might Be Over-Parenting

A recent book suggests that over-parenting your child could be doing more harm than good — but how do you know when you're guilty of it?

What Is A Lawnmower Parent — And Are You One?

You've heard of the helicopter parent, but there’s a new term sweeping the playgrounds. Are you guilty of it?

6 Ways To Balance Parenthood And A Successful Career

With a little creative thinking, courage, and planning, you can find a modern-day workflow that actually works for you and your family.