Dianne DeOliveira
Protesters rally against Toms River’s beaver management plan
Animal activists were protesting outside Toms River Town Hall at 12:30 this afternoon over the Township's hiring of a state-licensed trapper to remove and kill beavers near Lake Placid.
Superstorm nonprofit to remain intact for at least part of 2016
Hurricane Sandy-impacted homeowners will be able to continue getting help from the Ocean County Long Term Recovery Group for at least the first six months of 2016, according to Sue Marticek, the executive director.
Downtown Toms River business incubator off to a slow start
Nearly six months after the Toms River Business Improvement District launched the opening of The Downtown Shops @53 Main to help new entrepreneurs by offering low rent and mentoring in the former Tommy's restaurant building, some of the tenants said it has been a work in progress, but they remain hopeful foot traffic will pick up as word of mouth spreads.
Pedestrian struck in Lakewood dies from injuries
A 68-year-old Lakewood man struck by a vehicle Saturday night while crossing Cedarbridge Avenue, died from his injuries, according to Township police.
NJ traffic light requirements for towns with state roads
New Jersey municipalities that want a traffic signal installed on a state road must be prepared to cover a quarter of the cost, according to Kevin Israel, a spokesman for the state Department of Transportation.
Sanctuary Program to offer free meals again this winter for the working poor and homeless in Freehold
The homeless and working poor will be able to get free breakfast and lunch twice a week in Freehold this winter, thanks to the Latino Coalition's Sanctuary Program, now in its 12th year.
SBA reopens application filing for NJ victims of Sandy
Residents and businesses in New Jersey affected by Super storm Sandy are being reminded about another opportunity to apply for low-interest disaster loans from the Small Business Administration.
Second ATM robbery this week in Toms River
Toms River police are investigating a second robbery this week at an ATM.
Gunman robs Lakewood gas station
A masked gunman is being sought by authorities after holding up the BP Gas Station on River Avenue in Lakewood Wednesday night, according to Township Police.
Efforts continue to double NJ’s Shore Protection Fund
The Jersey Coast survived another hurricane season without any major damage, but beach erosion remains a concern in the wake of Super storm Sandy reshaping the landscape. The Jersey Shore Partnership has been lobbying in Trenton, urging lawmakers to double the state's Shore Protection Fund to $50 million.
Elderly woman and daughter victims of Toms River home invasion
A 102-year-old Toms River woman and her 72-year-old daughter were the victims of a home invasion on Dock Street Monday night, according to authorities.
Help bring comfort and joy to Ocean County families dealing with mental health issues
Ocean Mental Health Services is seeking basic necessities this holiday season to help as many as many as 100 clients living at or below the poverty level, according to the agency's Development and Marketing Specialist Lisa Mulhearn.