NJ group protests lack of info on fate of teens who beat raccoonNJ group protests lack of info on fate of teens who beat raccoonThe Ocean County prosecutor says he cannot discuss cases involving juveniles.Dan AlexanderDan Alexander
Saturday vigil in Forked River for 3 abused dogs that diedSaturday vigil in Forked River for 3 abused dogs that diedCeline Montana wants to keep the deaths of Gizmo, Fred & Kobe from being swept under the dog and forgotten.Dan AlexanderDan Alexander
Plan hatched to end the Toms River wild turkey terrorPlan hatched to end the Toms River wild turkey terrorBut it could take several weeks to completeDavid MatthauDavid Matthau
Uh oh … Deer rutting season is underway in New JerseyUh oh … Deer rutting season is underway in New JerseyBad news for people on the road. Joe CutterJoe Cutter
You can get sick at petting zoos — Here’s how to stay safeYou can get sick at petting zoos — Here’s how to stay safeThe NJ Poison Control Center reminds residents to frequently wash hands during visits to petting zoos to avoid getting sick. Jen UrsilloJen Ursillo
NJ among 17 states suing feds over Endangered Species Act changesNJ among 17 states suing feds over Endangered Species Act changesFederal officials say the changes bring the Act into the "21st century," while critics say they severely weakened it.Associated PressAssociated Press
Whale was starving to death on Jersey Shore, then euthanized, group saysWhale was starving to death on Jersey Shore, then euthanized, group saysThe 19-foot long minke whale was suffering and dying, according to the response team that euthanized it. Erin VogtErin Vogt
‘Sweetest little dog’ in South Jersey dies after being found shot in head‘Sweetest little dog’ in South Jersey dies after being found shot in headA neighbor heard Toby howl in pain on Monday night but no witnesses have come forward.Dan AlexanderDan Alexander
Five more horses including two in Ocean County contract Equine EncephalitisFive more horses including two in Ocean County contract Equine EncephalitisFive more horses in New Jersey including two more in Ocean County have been diagnosed with Eastern Equine Encephalitis.Vin EbenauVin Ebenau
NJ animal shelters help cats & dogs fleeing Hurricane DorianNJ animal shelters help cats & dogs fleeing Hurricane DorianDozens of animals were rescued from flood zones and brought to NJ, where foster homes have stepped up to help.Erin VogtErin Vogt