It was five months ago that a dream became a reality with the grand opening of the RWJ Barnabas Field of Dreams at the Ocean Orthopedic Associates Complex in Toms River. Inspired by the dedication of Christian and Mary Kane on behalf of their son Gavin this version of the Field of Dreams is a… Keep Reading
As a proud, nearly 20 year resident of the community of Silverton, on the northeast side of Toms River, I’m so excited to once again enjoy the first Saturday in October at the annual Silverton Volunteer Fire Company’s Fall Festival, Motorcycle Poker Run and 5K Run throughout Silverton. Back after a 2 year Covid hiatus,… Keep Reading
We are excited and Toms River and Ocean County are getting ready. Shawn and I will once again be in the parade this year. It’s something we look forward to every year. Thousands of people line the streets of Toms River to check out the awesome floats, high school marching bands, and local organizations dressed… Keep Reading
In baseball, when a player returns from the paternity list and hits a home run or has a big day at the plate it is a shared belief that it must be ‘Dad Strength’ these players have after the birth of a son or daughter. There is also such a thing as ‘Mom Strength’ and… Keep Reading
If you love watching and listening to Comedian Vic Dibitetto in his videos on social media then you are going to love his Stand Up which is a different level of humor you need to witness in person. The good news is that the Manalapan resident has six upcoming shows right here in New Jersey… Keep Reading
The principal of East Dover Elementary School in Toms River was stuck to the wall with duct tape as part of a fundraiser. Each strip cost $1. The money was used to pay for vests for Toms River police officers. Continue Reading On New Jersey News 12 Keep Reading
TOMS RIVER – No, Toms River Regional leaders insist, they are not “canceling” Columbus Day by removing it as a holiday from this year’s school district calendar. Leaders of some Italian-American organizations have strongly criticized the move, even after being told by Superintendent Mike Citta that lessons about Christopher Columbus and Italian heritage will continue to be… Keep Reading
TRENTON – Total spending per student in New Jersey’s public schools increased 7.1% during the 2020-21 school year, according to the annual spending report published by the state. The statewide average was $24,543. That measurement is more than the budgetary cost per pupil that districts advertise when publishing their user-friendly budget each spring. The budgetary total excludes costs… Keep Reading
In response to significant changes in the health education curriculum now mandated at all grade levels in New Jersey’s public schools, New Jersey 101.5 will present “Sex Ed in Schools – Separating Fact From Fiction.” The latest town hall special will broadcast at 7 p.m. and will be carried live on Facebook Live and on nj1015.com. “There has been… Keep Reading
(TOMS RIVER, NJ) — The Ocean County Library Toms River Branch presents “Expressions,” a display by members of the Ocean County Artists’ Guild, throughout the month of October. The exhibit is located in the Branch’s 2nd Floor Gallery, will showcase the diverse talent of the Ocean County Artists’ Guild members. The exhibit will include artwork in oils, acrylics, watercolors, and photographs.… Keep Reading
