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Another Popular Restaurant in Ocean County, New Jersey is Closing
I can't believe I heard this news and saw it on Facebook yesterday. It's true, I called the restaurant and they told me in their own words. I was scrolling Facebook and saw an announcement that I couldn't believe. Although, it's not surprising. We can't say we're surprised anymore with all the closings everywhere.
Uncovering The Mystery Behind New Jersey’s Giant Bottle Structures
I have passed this giant "thing" several times. Is it what I think it is?. I always see this, and I know you have passed this too. There's one in Berkeley Township on Rt. 9, too. Each time I go by one of these, I always want to ask, "What is that huge thing on the side of Rt. 9?"
Toms River teacher paycheck deductions funding lawsuit against NJ
TOMS RIVER — Faculty and staff are being asked to help with the district's legal battle against the state over school funding. The Toms River Regional School District Board of Education announced in July it would file a lawsuit after a $137 million cut for the 2024-25 academic year left the district with a $26.5 million deficit.
A Marine’s Legacy Celebrated As He Turns 100 Years Old
BARNEGAT – A local man who has lived through a century of history recently celebrated his milestone birthday in style. Born on September 22, 1924, Walter Augustyniak has enjoyed a life of adventure, service, and an endless quest for knowledge. The celebrations began with a gathering at Barnegat VFW...
Lowered speed limits, new stop signs to safeguard students, pedestrians
POINT PLEASANT — Ordinances targeting new stop signs and a new speed limit for Osborn Avenue were unanimously adopted at the Sept. 23 council meeting. Ordinances 2024-16 and 2024-20 set a new speed limit on Osborn Avenue and various stop signs throughout the area respectively. The speed limit on Osborn Avenue will lower from 30 to 25 mph.
Christmas Spirit Arrives in Mays Landing
🎅 The People Responsible for Spirit Halloween are Expanding to Christmas. 🎅 10 Pop-Up Christmas Stores Are Planned with 4 of Them in New Jersey. 🎅 Stores will Create One-Stop Shopping Opportunity. Spencer Gifts, the folks who have brought us the wildly popular Spirit Halloween pop-up stores,...
Superintendent Thomas G. Farrell named NJASA Superintendent of the Year
BRICK TOWNSHIP — Thomas G. Farrell was named NJASA (New Jersey Association of School Administrators) Regional Superintendent of the Year for 2025. Brick Township Public Schools congratulated the superintendent on his accomplishments and noted that Farrell is in his fifth year as superintendent of Brick Schools and 12th year as a superintendent in New Jersey.
Jackson Council Ordinance to Fix High Density Housing Loophole at Adventure Crossing
JACKSON TOWNSHIP, NJ – Adventure Crossing, once envisioned as a major entertainment district featuring sports fields, hotels, a convention center, restaurants, and other high-end attractions, has yet to meet those…
Fall Fireworks Festival coming to Riverfront Park
The annual Fall Fireworks Festival is scheduled to take place at Riverfront Park on Saturday, Oct. 12. From 5 to 9 p.m. residents can stop by the park to participate and enjoy a slew of games, vendors and activities to celebrate Point Pleasant. The event will culminate at 8 p.m. with the launching of fireworks off the shoreline of the park.
Township receives $285,486 Community Development Block Grant
BRICK TOWNSHIP — The township council approved a resolution for a community Development Block Grant in the amount of $285,486. Council President Vince Minichino said, “This resolution authorizes the insertion of a grant in the amount of $285,486 from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development for the 2024 Community Development Block Grant Program.”
Hold that ax: Beach tightens rules for chopping down trees
POINT PLEASANT BEACH — The Point Pleasant Beach council adopted an ordinance Tuesday revising requirements for tree removal and replacement within the borough, which led to a wider public discussion regarding property rights and possible amendments to the newly revised text. Specifically, the ordinance lays out revised regulations for the application process and tree removal and replacement process within Point Pleasant Beach.
Brick Volunteers Remove (Literally) A Ton of Waste From Breton Woods
The tallies are in. A group of volunteers from across town came out in a big way to clean up a large piece of open woodlands in Brick that was saved from development after a community outcry. The township’s Environmental Commission hosted one of its largest “Pick-Up Brick” events yet, aimed at cleaning up debris […]
Jackson Council Honors Little League All Stars
JACKSON –The World Series may be coming up but members of the Jackson Little League All Star Team have already enjoyed their spotlight following their successful season. The All Stars recently received a proclamation from Mayor Michael Reina during a recent Township Council meeting that was read by Council President Jennifer Kuhn.
5G ordinance overhauled in Boro
POINT PLEASANT — The mayor and council of Point Pleasant Borough have revealed new rules planned for 5G towers in the borough. At the Sept. 23 meeting, the council unanimously introduced an ordinance regulating the use, placement and installation of 5G cell towers within the borough. An earlier version of this ordinance was introduced at the June 10 meeting, but it was tabled later to make updates to the language.
Litter targeted at school-wide beach sweep
LAVALLETTE — Last week, the students of Lavallette Elementary School picked up some 70 pounds of litter from the bay beach at their first-ever school-wide beach sweep. The school-wide beach sweep, was organized by Landon Hoberman, a sophomore at Point Pleasant Beach High School and former student at Lavallette Elementary School, in an attempt to help the students currently at his alma mater learn about how they can help keep their local environment healthy.
Laurelton Art Society works to be displayed at Boro library
POINT PLEASANT — The Laurelton Art Society Exhibit reception is coming to the Point Pleasant Borough Library. The Point Pleasant Borough branch of the Ocean County Library will display works by members of the Laurelton Art Society throughout the month of October. Residents are invited to enjoy the Artists’ Reception, 1 to 3 p.m.,
Point Beach earns Silver sustainability status
POINT PLEASANT BEACH — The borough of Point Pleasant Beach has been awarded silver-level certification by nonprofit Sustainable Jersey in recognition of its efforts to promote sustainability in the municipality. According to the website for Sustainable Jersey, a municipality that has attained silver status has, “made significant progress in a number of categories toward sustainability and is a statewide and national leader.”
Phillies vs Mets NLDS matchup gives Ocean, Monmouth residents a choice to make
If you’re a baseball fan living in this area, chances are you’re pretty darn happy. There are eight teams left in the quest for a World Series championship, and all of “our” guys are still left. ...
If You’re New to Toms River: What You Need to Know About Halloween
Here in Toms River, we do Halloween a little bit different than in other towns. We don't have a mischief night. We don't trick-or-treat on Halloween. Every year, as Halloween creeps closer and closer I see people on Facebook ask their fellow neighbors when Halloween is in Toms River. It's...
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