Rock The River Raising Funds For Kids With Brain Cancer

The event is going on in Toms River's Huddy Park through Saturday evening and raises funds to help families of children with brain cancer.

Kites, Cones And Family Fun At Ortley Beach Festival

The annual Kites, Crafts and Cones Festival is coming up and the Friends of Ortley Beach are hoping folks will turn out for the event.

David Bowie Tribute Concert Rescheduled In Seaside Heights

Thunderstorms forced the postponement and officials announced a new date. Read on for all the information.

Huddy Park Holding Game Night In Downtown Toms River

From kickball games to a spray park, Toms River businesses are trying to bring some fun to downtown.

Toms River Helmet Wearers Again Rewarded With Ice Cream Vouchers

The Toms River Police Department's Operation Brain Freeze rewards kids for adhering to the state's bike helmet laws.

Toms River Area 4th Of July Fireworks: 2019 Guide, Scheduled Time

Patch has your complete guide to Fourth of July fireworks shows, parades and other festive events in and around Toms River.

Beachwood Ready To Resume Fireworks Over Toms River

The cancellation in 2018 of the long-running display left thousands disappointed. The mayor says plans are in place to prevent a repeat.

Seaside Heights Beach Camping Registration Starts Sunday

The popular activity has filled up quickly each year the borough has offered it. Registration starts tonight; learn the details.

There's An App For Seaside Heights Beach Badges

If you're going to the beach, the app will let you get your badges without standing in long lines at the beach entry stands.

Measles Vaccinations Required For Toms River's Summer Camp

With measles cases across the country now higher than they were in 1992, officials are taking other precautions.

Meet Gaten Matarazza At Opportunity Rocks Youth Fair

Opportunity Rocks is a youth resources fair being held in Toms River on Saturday evening. Get the details.

Share Your Toms River Yard Sale On Patch

If the warm weather is prompting you to clear out and sell off items you no longer want, let your neighbors know on Patch.

Amity Acres Day Camp will host an open house on Thursday, May 30

Amity Acres Day Camp invites everyone to see what the summer has in store during an open house on Thursday, May 30 at 5:00 p.m.

Toms River Offers Community Garden Plots

If you've wanted a vegetable garden but don't have a yard, here is your opportunity.

Amity Acres Day Camp will host an open house on Sunday, May 5

Amity Acres Day Camp invites the public to an open house on Sunday, May 5, from 1:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m.

New Kids Play Area At Ocean County Mall To Be Christened

The new area is just one change coming, sparked by the demolition of Sears and the coming new features at the mall.

Amity Acres Day Camp will host an open house on Tuesday, April 2

Everyone is invited to Amity Acres Day Camp for an open house on Tuesday, April 2, from 5:00 p.m. until 7:00 p.m.

Support Toms River Police In Unity Tour At Dodgeball Tournament

The dodgeball tournament will bring back all those memories of your childhood and help

2019 Beach Badges On Sale April 1 In Toms River

The badges for Ortley Beach and Shelter Cove and for the township pool will be available.

Toms River Food Fest Vendor Applications Available

The annual food truck smorgasbord and street festival for the family is scheduled, so mark your calendar.

Toms River Youth Services After-School Program Registration Open

The program registration is for the 2019-2020 school year.

Work Begins At Toms River Field Of Dreams Site

Two years after efforts began to create the special needs facility, a Toms River teacher and father's idea is coming to fruition.

Meet The Music Scores the Attention of Children

Kiwanis Club of Greater TR, Garden State Philharmonic, Ocean County Library, Music & Arts of TR partner to bring music to more kids

Amity Acres Day Camp hosts Open House on Saturday, March 2

Amity Acres Day Camp invites the public to an open house on Saturday, March 2, from 1:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m.

Toms River Police Holding Dodgeball Tourney For Unity Tour

The event is open to all teams and will raise money for police officers participating in the 2019 Unity Tour bicycle ride to Washington.

Toms River Youth Services Hosting Annual 'Frozen' Ball For Kids

The event is for children ages 5 to 10 and registration must be paid in advance.

Kevin Sabet speaks on Marijuana & Teens in Wall 1/14

PARENTS BEWARE Concerning Drug Trends Among Teens - From Vaping Nicotine to GMO Marijuana; from Xanax to Opioids.

People's Pantry Offers Food Help To Federal Employees

The food pantry will be have special hours to assist goverment employees who are going without pay during the shutdown.

The 2019 Girl Scout Cookie Season Kicks Off January 11

The iconic girl-led entrepreneurship program develops the next generation of female business leaders

First Night Ocean County A Family-Friendly New Year's Celebration

The annual Seaside Heights celebration offers fun for the kids and adults along with fireworks to ring in the New Year.

Listen To Santa's Whereabouts In Ocean County Christmas Eve

The Ocean County Sheriff's Office will have a radio broadcast when they see Santa in the area, and you can tune in to hear it.

Electric Vehicle Charging Stations Open In Seaside Heights

There is a fee to charge vehicles, but those using the stations receive a discounted parking rate.

Skate With Santa At Winding River In Toms River Saturday

Lace up your skates and bring your camera for a last-minute visit with the Jolly Ol' Elf.

Knights help families in need

Christmas Comes Early for Some Toms River Families Thanks to Knights of Columbus

Share Your Holiday Lights Displays With Toms River Patch

If you finished getting your lights up over the weekend, let us see them so we can share them with your Patch neighbors!

ICYMI: Toms River's 2018 Christmas Tree Lighting (Videos)

If you weren't able to get to the celebration, take a look and a listen.

Toms River 'Elves' Write To Kids Who Were Told Santa's Not Real

The Toms River East students are writing to Montville first-graders as part of their Elf Letters Project to put the magic back in Christmas.

Toys For Tots

Help us be There when they need us most

Toms River Elks Hosting Festival Of Trees Fundraiser Thursday

The annual Festival of Trees raises funds for a variety of charities in Ocean County. See how you can help your favorite.

New Date: Ocean County Lighting New Christmas Tree For 2018

The celebration has been postponed due to the National Day of Mourning for former Pres. George H.W. Bush..