Major Change Proposed For Downtown Apartments In Toms River

Mayor Maurice Hill announced a significant change to the controversial 10-story apartment towers during Thursday's debate.

Toms River GOP Mayoral Debate: Watch It Live

The livestream will be available when the debate begins. Watch it here.

Toms River Republican Mayoral Debate On As Scheduled

A media outlet's report that the debate has been canceled is false; Mayor Maurice "Mo" Hill will participate, his spokesman said.

GOP Mayoral Debate On Tap In Toms River: How To Watch

The 4 people seeking the Republican nomination for Toms River mayor have been invited to participate in a debate. Here's how you can watch.

Silverton Open Space Bonding Approved In Toms River

The Township Council approved bonding to buy the Silver Bay property; a Donovan Catholic property purchase is next in the works.

Toms River Primary Election 2023: What To Know

There are 4 Republican candidates for mayor and 3 GOP council slates, and 4 Democrats seeking the three council candidate nominations.

Drainage Work Disrupting Washington Street Traffic In Toms River

Road closures and traffic delays will persist for several days, officials said.

Movie Night, Hallway Jousting: Toms River Teacher Goes Above & Beyond

Richard Cicala of Hooper Avenue Elementary School was named an Applebee's Above & “Bee”yond Teacher thanks to a student nomination.

Land Sale Questions, Rumors Addressed At Toms River Meeting

Toms River's plan to buy 17 acres from the Toms River Regional School District will protect open space "in perpetuity," officials said.

Questions On Silverton Land Deal? Get Answers At Toms River Meeting

Toms River Mayor Maurice Hill and Superintendent Michael Citta are set to host a public meeting on the plan to sell school land to the town.

17-Acre Land Deal To Save School Budget Moves Forward In Toms River

A 17-acre parcel at Silver Bay Elementary School is set to become open space, providing a one-year budget reprieve for the school district.

Budget Hearings, Land Deal Details On Tap In Toms River

A proposal for the town to buy land from the Toms River Regional Schools should have more details this week.

Red Flag Wildfire Warning Issued In 9 NJ Counties As New Fire Burns

The warning comes as a wildfire burns in Burlington County. Campfire restrictions have been tightened in 5 counties.

Developer Asks To Void 5-Bedroom Option On 16-Home Toms River Project

A 16-home proposal for Lakehurst Road will have only 4-bedroom homes under a change requested by the developer.

Storm-Battered Ortley Beach Awaits Repairs For Summer

Nor'easters caused erosion and damaged the walkovers in Ortley Beach. Residents are frustrated at the conditions.

Failed Bond Ordinance Vote In Toms River: What's In $14.7M Package

The ordinance, which would have OK'd $13.9 million in bonds, failed to pass at Wednesday's council meeting, setting off a political battle.

Hydrant Flushing Begins In Parts Of Toms River

New Jersey American Water says it is flushing water mains in the parts of Toms River where it provides water service.

Can Land Deal Fill Toms River Schools' Budget Gap?

Toms River Township and school district officials are pursuing a land deal to help fill a $3.8 million gap created by state aid cuts.

New Voting Machines Coming To Ocean County

The machines will be in place for the June primaries, replacing ones that are nearly 30 years old and replacing machines bought in 2021.

Lavallette Sues Prosecutor To Regain Control Of Police Department

The borough wants the Ocean County Prosecutor's Office to relinquish control; the prosecutor alleges misconduct and mismanagement for years.

$102M Deal Set To Ease NJ School Funding Cuts, Gopal, Murphy Say

State Sen. Vin Gopal said the deal is just the first start, and the state school funding formula must be fixed.

$100M Emergency School Aid Proposal Could Be Finalized Soon: Senator

State Sen. Vin Gopal said he has been meeting with state officials and local mayors to address aid cuts that would cripple districts.

NJ Whale Deaths Explained By DEP

The state Department of Environmental Protection says $8.5 million is committed for research and $26 million more is pledged for monitoring.

Proposed Ciba Settlement 'Not About Punishment': DEP Commissioner

DEP Commissioner Shawn LaTourette says the proposed Ciba-Geigy settlement is good for Toms River, and hopes to convince the public of that.

Ciba-Geigy Hearing With NJDEP On Tap

The NJDEP is hosting the public comment session and will take questions about the proposed settlement with BASF at the meeting.

Bocce Coming To Toms River Senior Center

Township workers have started building a bocce court at the center, adding another activity for residents.

'Fiscal Apocalypse': Toms River Schools Grapple With $14.4M Aid Cut

The Toms River Regional Board of Education committees will discuss the budget impact and updates to the bullying policy Wednesday.

Lead Inspection For Rentals Up For Toms River Council Consideration

The council announced a change in the meeting date. It will consider a ban on conservation or environmental restrictions in certain zones.

Change To Toms River Council Meeting Announced

The Township Council is scheduled to meet Wednesday but will have a change in the start time.

Toms River To Receive $500K Grant For Firefighters

Federal funding is being awarded to Toms River is to help it recruit and keep volunteers, officials said.

Toms River Gives $1.1M For Turf Fields At 3 Elementary Schools

The funds — federal American Rescue Plan money Toms River received — aim to help with fields used by town groups as well as the schools.

Toms River Police Warn About Scam Merchandise Links On Facebook

The police department says it has been battling an influx of scam links posted to its Facebook page.

Ocean County Receiving $25M COVID Funding; Hear How It May Be Spent

Programs to assist those who are homelesss and help people who are at risk of becoming homeless would get created, using federal funding.

Ciba-Geigy Settlement Hearing Set For March In Toms River

The NJDEP is hosting public comment and will take questions about the proposed settlement with BASF at the meeting.

Vicari Won't Seek Re-Election To Ocean County Board After 42 Years

Joseph H. Vicari, who was elected to the then-Board of Freeholders in 1981, announced his retirement in a letter to county department heads.

Speed Limit Reduction In Works For Cedar Grove Road In Toms River

If you're used to driving along Cedar Grove Road at a high rate of speed ... get ready to slow down.

Public Comment On Ciba-Geigy Proposal In Toms River Extended

The NJDEP has agreed to extend the comment period on its controversial proposed settlement with BASF, officials announced.

Ocean County To Pay $7.5M For Beach Replenishment In 9 Towns

The move easing burdens for Toms River, Mantoloking and Bay Head in particular, which were expected to pay the bulk of the costs.

Ciba-Geigy Proposal Blasted On Lack Of Toms River Input, Transparency

NJDEP officials listened for three hours at a forum hosted by Save Barnegat Bay to gather public comment on a proposed settlement with BASF.

Speak Out On Proposed Ciba-Geigy Settlement At Toms River Meeting

Save Barnegat Bay is gathering comment at a public meeting Wednesday backing Toms River's opposition to the NJDEP proposal. You're invited.