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Owners of former Oyster Creek nuclear plant want to build 4 new, smaller reactors there

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The company that owns the former Oyster Creek nuclear power plant in Lacey Township says it wants to build four new smaller nuclear reactors at the shuttered site.Lacey Township · Lacey Township Read Article

N.J. home for domestic violence survivors closing this fall due to financial challenges

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An Ocean County transitional housing facility for women and children who have survived domestic violence is closing this fall, the non-profit’s president announced Thursday.Dottie’s House, located in Brick Township, will close its doors on Oct. 15, President Mary Furmato said.Ocean County · Ocean County Read Article

Firefighters Extinguish Battery-Fueled Truck Fire

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Why Joann Fabric Got Cut

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TOMS RIVER – In the months after the closure of Joann Fabric and Crafts, economic analysts are still doing an autopsy to find out just how the retail giant died. Stores close so frequently that most people assumed it was just another casualty of Amazon. However, there are more complicated reasons. Much of it has to do with high-end financial decisions that caused the closure of more than 800 stores and the laying off 19,000 employees, of which…Toms River · Toms River Read Article

K9 Vader Remembered for Years of Service

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BRICK – A beloved member of the department, K9 Vader, Badge #916, has died after serving the community with dedication since 2016. Born Sept. 30, 2014, Vader joined the force on March 6, 2016, working alongside his handler, Officer John Turrin, Badge #199. Known for his intelligence, loyalty and enthusiasm, Vader took part in numerous preventative sweeps, assisted the Detect and Render Task Force, and handled high-profile assignments, including …Brick · Brick Read Article

Hole in his head is healed: One of the last WWII Army Rangers opens up in Point Pleasant

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John Wardell doesn't have the hole in the top of his head anymore from German shrapnel, but the Point Pleasant Army Ranger has his WWII memories.World War II · Point Pleasant Read Article

Mini Moto Parents Arrested On Drug Charges

Jackson, New Jersey’s Jennifer Jazikoff and Glenn Jazikoff, the parents of two successful MotoAmerica Mini Cup racers, were arrested on July 26th in Ocean County, New Jersey for allegedly running an interstate drug operation, with gun charges and child endangerment charges added. Mug shots and information on the arrests were posted on multiple websites dedicated to reporting on arrests. The parents attended the MotoAmerica Mini Cup Finals with t…Ocean County · Ocean County Read Article

Six Flags Great Adventure adds paid Fright Fest attractions in 2025

The basics: Fright Fest runs select nights Sept. 12–Nov. 2 Haunted Attractions Pass required for mazes featuring “The Conjuring,” “Saw” & more Paid passes range $35–$39; bundle options include express entry Family-friendly events, like Kids Boo Fest, included with general admission When Fright Fest returns to Six Flags Great Adventure next month, some of the thrills and chills may cost a few extra bills. Presented in partnership with Newark-bas…Jackson, New Jersey · Jackson Read Article

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