Dianne DeOliveira
Ocean County to launch pilot program for veterans in the criminal justice system
Veterans who end up in the Criminal Justice System for non-violent acts committed due to persistent mental illness, will be eligible for treatment and counseling under a two-year Veteran's Diversion Pilot Program (VDP) being launched by Ocean County Prosecutor Joseph D. Coronato on January 1st, 2016.
Plans detailed for a luxury hotel in Asbury Park
Drive-in rooftop movies, a poolside beer garden and other luxury amenities are planned for The Asbury Hotel, the city's first new hotel in more than 50 years, according to details revealed Monday by the developer.
Vehicle strikes pedestrian in Brick Township
A Brick Township woman is hospitalized with internal injuries after being struck by a vehicle Monday night while walking on Hooper Avenue, according to police.
Heroin and ecstasy operation shut-down by Manchester police
Five Ocean County residents face multiple drug-related charges following a surveillance operation by Manchester police that was prompted by tips from residents about suspicious activity at a Ridgeway Road apartment complex.
Little Egg Harbor man shot and killed by police, authorities say
Little Egg Harbor police responding to a call about a "suicidal male" Tuesday morning, shot and killed a man during a confrontation at his home, according to Ocean County authorities.
Seats still available for Climate Change forum in Toms River
Skeptics of climate change and possible causes will get to debate expert testimony from researchers on the topic and the impact to the Jersey Shore during a free, two-day forum being held this Friday and Saturday in Toms River.
Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst conducts training exercises today
Don't panic if feel the ground shaking or hear loud booms. Another round of explosive ordnance disposal training take place today at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst ranges, between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m., according to the Joint Base's Facebook page.
OCC optimistic forming partnerships will boost enrollment
In the face of a $3 million budget shortfall and a decline in enrollment over the past five years, Ocean County College officials remain optimistic steps being taken to reduce costs and attract new students will pay off.
Ocean County authorities investigate shooting
A man with a bullet wound to his chest drove himself to Community Medical Center in Toms River, walked inside and collapsed Saturday afternoon, according to authorities.
Bradley Beach fire displaces two families
Two Bradley Beach families are displaced following a fire early Sunday that started in a garage with an attached shed at a home on Fourth Avenue, according to authorities.