Dianne DeOliveira
NJ parents — make your kids do chores, if you don’t want to raise a narcissist
And don't give an allowance for everyday chores, a therapist urges — that's for going above and beyond.
Expect alternating closures on Beaverson Boulevard in Brick
Brick Township police are advising motorists that Beaverson Boulevard will have alternating lane closures for the next few hours while repairs are made to a utility pole that was knocked down Monday night. They say to expect delays.
A car struck the pole, prompting police to issue an initial advisory shortly after 11 p...
How to make a 2017 resolution you won’t give up on before February
Psychologists in New Jersey say there are ways to successfully fulfill promises made for 2017.
NJ town uses Facebook Live to engage residents in local government
The live Facebook meetings are broadcast on the Brick Township page on the social media site and can be viewed there any time after airing.
Howell firefighter charged with official misconduct
A nine-count indictment against 54-year-old William Donahue of Howell charges the volunteer firefighter with official misconduct, tampering with public records and falsifying records, according to the Monmouth County Prosecutor's Office.
Donahue, a member of the Howell Board of Fire Commissioners and volunteer with the Township's Freewood Acres Fire Company, is accused of falsely crediting his bro
Armed suspect in Eatontown Pharmacy robbery remains at large
An armed robber is still at large following Tuesday night's holdup at Alltown Pharmacy on Wyckoff Road in Eatontown, according to the Monmouth County Prosecutor's Office, which released details about the incident Wednesday afternoon.
The suspect demanded prescription narcotics, then fled on foot when police arrived at the scene, according to a press release...
SBA lending to women-owned businesses in NJ jumps during fiscal 2016
Loan approvals to New Jersey women business owners increased by 26 percent this year.
Pedestrian accident seriously injures a Toms River woman
A Toms River woman is hospitalized with serious injuries after being struck by a vehicle in Township Tuesday night while crossing Fischer Boulevard, according to Toms River police.
Police Department spokesman Ralph Stocco said a minivan attempted to brake, but skidded into Elizabeth Raspas near Hazelwood Drive around 8:30 p...
Armed robber being sought following shoot-out with police in Eatontown
An armed suspect remains at large after a robbery at the Alltown Pharmacy on Wycoff Road Tuesday night, according to the Monmouth County Prosecutor's Office.
Reports indicate there was an exchange of gunfire with police. No injuries were reported...
$26M earmarked for NJ’s war against opiate and heroin addiction
New Jersey will receive about $26 million in federal funding to help combat the state's opiate and heroin epidemic.
NJ parents — This super-simple precaution can protect your child in the car
Crashes are the No. 1 killer of kids up to age 13, according to AAA Mid-Atlantic, and safety experts want you to know that simply removing a big puffy jacket before securing a child in a seat belt or car seat can help save the child's life...
The typical American family still has 2 parents: How does NJ stack up?
Advocates believe the decrease in the number of single-headed households is a positive sign for New Jersey.