The Toms River Police Department is accepting applications for its 2024 Junior Police Camp. The camp, for sixth, seventh and eighth graders, is held during the summer. There are 60 available spots in the camp, which is free, and the participants will be chosen via a lottery of all the applicants. The camp gives children… Keep Reading
In a proud moment for Toms River High School North, senior Carlos Estevez has been awarded a Navy ROTC Scholarship valued at $180,000. The scholarship was presented to Estevez in a modest ceremony held at the school’s Maria Ressa Auditorium, attended by his mother Danielle, several Naval and ROTC officials, and school leadership. Estevez, contemplating… Keep Reading
Before writing this article, I hadn’t stepped foot in a Friendly’s in years. I remember loving their ice cream as a kid. No summer party at my house was complete without a Friendly’s watermelon roll ice cream cake! and I can still remember those catchy “I Wanna Go to Friendly’s” commercials. Getting to visit the… Keep Reading
Bring the kids in their Sunday best to visit and have tea & scones at the Historic Mathis House Bed & Breakfast and Tea Room in Downtown Toms River. The tea service is served on fine china and you will enjoy tea, scones, and desserts. Continue Reading on Patch Keep Reading
The Toms River Police Department announced it is actively seeking applicants for the role of Special Law Enforcement Officer Class II. This call is open to individuals with a current SLEO II certification from a New Jersey Police Training Commission-approved police academy. Additionally, the department welcomes applications from retired police officers who have concluded their… Keep Reading
It’s a tough job for a crack reporter like me, but I have been researching the donut situation here in Jersey, and two shops stood out for me. Both are equally delicious, and both happen to be located in Toms River. I highly recommend you check them out yourself. Continue Reading on NJ1015 Keep Reading
Living in New Jersey is expensive. Our cost of living is approximately 30% higher than the national average, with housing, healthcare, and groceries all more expensive here. But there are still bargains to be found in the housing market; while often inexpensive housing is found in dangerous neighborhoods, GoBankingRates identified seven towns in New Jersey… Keep Reading
With the summer fast approaching it’s time to start talking about the best places to go for your cool, frozen, and delicious treats. I’m talking of course about ice cream and the always delicious milkshake. Milkshakes are arguably one of my favorite things to get when the temperatures go up and you need something that’ll… Keep Reading
With spring right around the corner, here are your favorite Ocean County restaurants to take family and friends when they visit the Jersey Shore. Enjoy one of our delicious restaurants, chosen by you. I love your opinions and you really delivered on this one. So many of your favorites are a part of this delicious gallery. The… Keep Reading
Rita’s Italian Ice & Frozen Custard, the renowned frozen treats destination, is offering its guests a reason to celebrate on the first day of spring. The brand, which has become synonymous with the arrival of spring, announced that it will be giving away a free 6-ounce Italian Ice to every guest who visits one of… Keep Reading
