mathis bridge

Before construction work begins this Spring, State Transportation (NJDOT) officials answer questions and listen to concerns about proposed upgrades to the Mathis Bridge in Toms River. During an information session at the township's municipal building Tuesday night, engineers explained the proposed deck replacement, mechanical/electrical upgrades and safety improvement work planned for the east-bou

Starting in November 2015, the Route 37 Mathis Bridge between Toms River and Seaside Heights will be closed for some much-need repairs. NJ Department of Transportation spokesman Kevin Israel says traffic will switch to the Tunney bridge every year for the next three years, then switch back in time for summer...

A traffic nightmare heading into the northern barrier island from Toms River ends after two hours as the Mathis Bridge gets stuck in the upright position Tuesday night.

An unidentified man is in the hospital after jumping off the Mathis Bridge into the icy water Wednesday evening.

The Route 37 bridge to the barrier island will be opened for residents today from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. The same hours are in effect for Sunday, December 16.