LINDEN — The Walmart store on Routes 1&9 temporarily closed on Tuesday but a spokeswoman denied a report it was because of employees who have gotten sick. A sign in the door said the store in the Legacy Square shopping center in Linden closed at 2 p.m. for “additional cleaning and stocking” and would reopen at 6… Keep Reading
Senior guard Jonathan Spatola scored a season high 22 points as No. 9 Marlboro defeated Manchester Township, 70-53, In the WOBM Christmas Classic semifinal at the RWJ Barnabas Arena in Toms River Marlboro (5-0) will face No. 12 Red Bank Catholic in Thursday’s 7:30 championship in Toms River. Red Bank Catholic earned a 59-41 semifinal… Keep Reading
If you’re like my family, hosting others is a thing. It’s an important part of the holiday season. When you have Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, and then New Year’s Eve all within a week, the preparation is a bit exhausting. Now, granted, Christmas Eve is more of a family affair. While New Year’s Eve is… Keep Reading
TOMS RIVER, NJ — A multiyear effort will come to fruition on Thursday when Toms River officials and state officials finalize the purchase of the former Joey Harrison’s Surf Club property in Ortley Beach. Toms River Mayor Maurice “Mo” Hill said state officials and the town will finalize the purchase of the property, covering about… Keep Reading
92.7 WOBM and Gateway Toyota of Toms River honor Analise Piemonte of Donovan Catholic High School as the Student of the Week. Ranked fifth in her class she is President of the Senior Class, President of the Mission Club, Recording Secretary for the National Honor Society, and a member of Student Council. A Varsity Cheer Captain… Keep Reading
Shay Keating struck twice while Braden Ryan dished two assists as Manasquan shut down Toms River North, 7-0, in the first round of the Winding River Tournament in Toms River. Dean Mykelbust, Grant Smith and James Farinacci added a goal and an assist apiece while Brandan Kearney and Matt Barth each chipped in a goal… Keep Reading
Just when Parkinson’s disease patients were starting to learn the ins and outs of ping pong and how it could help them in everyday life, the pandemic forced them to put down their paddles for more than a year and a half. Ping Pong Parkinson, a non-profit that aims to help people with Parkinson’s disease regain… Keep Reading
Recently driving on Route 9 in Toms River I noticed that the old 7-11 was still vacant and waiting for a new tenant, of course the question is who and/or what? This is a heavily traveled area, but like many 7-11 in Ocean County, things just didn’t work out. This one is a tough fit,… Keep Reading
In my opinion, this would be the perfect spot for Trader Joe’s in Toms River. It’s a Toms River address 9 Flint Road. But, I think of it in the South Toms River section. But, it would be the perfect location for Toms River residents and Beachwood, Pine Beach, and Bayville residents and we wouldn’t… Keep Reading
TOMS RIVER, NJ — Booster shots, available at pharmacies/clinics in Toms River, are the best defense against COVID-19 illnesses as the omicron variant of the coronavirus spreads across the country, according to health officials. Breakthrough COVID-19 cases from the omicron variant — infections among the vaccinated — are less common among people who have received… Keep Reading
