SOUTHERN OCEAN COUNTY – Traditions are based on gratitude, family, and foods. There is a little more involved in the making of this American tradition into an official national holiday. The National Archives operated by the Center for Legislative archives shares what it took for Congress to establish Thanksgiving. “On September 28, 1789, just before leaving… Keep Reading
If you were holding out on kicking off your Christmas season, that officially comes to an end after Thanksgiving. A whole heck of a lot of baking, decorating, and shopping is in our futures, but so is one of the holiday season’s most beloved past times: watching Christmas movies. Of course, the classics come to… Keep Reading
TOMS RIVER, NJ — A Cooper’s hawk that was rescued in the middle of Ocean Avenue by Belmar police on Monday is in stable condition at Toms River Avian Care. “He’s doing fine,” said Don Bonica, owner of the wildlife rescue service, who believes the bird hit a window because of the impact he suffered to… Keep Reading
OCEAN COUNTY, NJ — If you or someone you know is in need of a hot meal for Thanksgiving, there are organizations providing meals for the needy on Thursday. These are at several sites in Ocean County, and the meals are supported with donations from Fulfill. Continue Reading on Patch Keep Reading
We never wanted to grow up, and I think in many ways we are all still “Toys R Us Kids.” That’s what makes this Jersey Shore comeback story even sweeter. For Jersey Shore kids, this was always a great sight to see. When I was a youngster, my Uncle who lived up north would always… Keep Reading
TOMS RIVER, NJ — Christian Kane stood on the dirt under the pavilion, looking over the complex for the Toms River Field of Dreams. “Looks different from the last time you saw it, doesn’t it?” he said, a smile spreading across his face for the hundreth time as the progress — tangible progress — on… Keep Reading
Jiffy Lube, the nationwide chain of automotive oil change shops, has proposed to construct a new store in a Toms River Township shopping plaza. The company has proposed the location to be built on a commercial pad site located within the Indian Head Shopping Center site, located at 1256 Indian Head Road. Continue Reading on Toms… Keep Reading
TOMS RIVER – A Totowa contractor has received a $212,800 contract from Toms River to demolish the remaining structures at the site of Joey Harrison’s Surf Club, as the township moves closer to acquiring the Ortley Beach property. Two Brothers Contracting Inc. was awarded the contract at a special township council meeting. A section of… Keep Reading
TOMS RIVER, N.J., Nov. 18, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ — The much-awaited Prestige Auto Spa NJ has officially opened in Toms River. Locally owned and operated by Jeff Kovatch and Sal Branchizio, customers can expect a team with an eye for detail and a commitment that translates to quality. Owners, Kovatch and Branchizio met while attending Seton Hall… Keep Reading
The Mega Millions jackpot for Tuesday’s lottery drawing has jumped to an estimated $63 million, with a cash option of $45 million. The winning numbers were: 6, 22, 44, 53 and 65. The Mega Ball drawn was 3 with a Megaplier of 3x. While no one across the country hit Friday’s $53 million jackpot, a second-prize ticket matching five… Keep Reading
