World Autism Awareness Day

 Today is World Autism Awareness Day, and this is the time of year I tend to take stock of the McCafferty...

Household Hazardous Waste Collections Scheduled

Ocean County has scheduled its first household hazardous waste collection dates for 2015. The county’s freeholder board will continue the popular...

‘Chicago PD’ Actor Featured in Anti-Drug Video Starring Local Students

The latest video in a series featuring local students highlighting the risks of substance abuse features a Toms River native who...

Transition

It rests precariously on the edge of the countertop, the brightly colored flyer proclaiming “Transition!” in bold letters, urging me to...

Apple Computer Retailer to Open in Ocean County Mall

Ocean County consumers looking for Apple products will soon be able to find a wider selection of them at the Ocean...

My Birthday Boy

To Zach, my dear, beautiful boy, Just a short time ago you turned eight (and it seems a short time ago...

Lovelandtown Bridge Reopened After Being Stuck in Open Position

The Lovelandtown Bridge in Point Pleasant Borough was stuck in the open position as of 4:10 p.m. Monday, officials said. It...

Busy Road in Lakewood to Close While Culvert is Replaced

Detours will be in place on a busy road in Lakewood while a culvert is replaced starting late this spring. The...

Ocean County Budget Drops, But Includes Small Tax Hike for 2015

Ocean County’s $408,400,000 operating budget sheds $27 million in spending for 2015 but includes a small tax increase due to a...

Local Legislators Propose Bill Requiring Explosive Gas Sensors in Homes

Ocean County’s state legislators have proposed a bill that would require homes to have explosive gas sensors installed. The proposal comes...