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E-Bike Rider Killed By Two Cars After Falling In Ocean County: Police An Ocean County man riding an electric bicycle was killed after he fell off it and was hit by two cars, authorities said. Joseph Slover, 54, of Whiting, was killed in the crash on Route 530 on Monday, Feb. 26, the Manchester Township Police Department said in a news release. Officers arrived at the scene near Whiting Memorial Park at around 6:55 p.m. Police found Slover lying in the west lane of Route 530 about a quarter-mile east of Crestwood Parkway. He was pronounced dead at the scene. Investigators said Slover fell off the e-bike and onto the pavement when he was hit by a gol…

by Chris Spiker

02/27/2024

News

Thinking Summer: See How Much Beach Fees Will Be Along Jersey Shore In 2024 As February ends and the weather gets warmer, many communities along the Jersey Shore are already preparing to soak up the sun at the beach. Many beaches along the Garden State's coast require badges or tags. They help pay the costs of maintaining beaches, hiring lifeguards, and keeping facilities in great shape for summer tourists. Many locations offer free beach access for young children, veterans, and active military members. Some also offer special preseason rates before the busiest part of the summer. Here is a running list of the beach badge requirements along the Jersey Shore as of …

by Chris Spiker

02/27/2024

Police & Fire

Stolen Jersey Shore Mercedes Found In Bergen County, Suspects Wanted: Police Police in Atlantic County are looking for whoever stole a car and drove it about two hours to Bergen County, authorities said. Longport police said a Mercedes sedan was stolen on the 3300 block of Atlantic Avenue between 3 and 4:15 a.m. on Saturday, Feb. 24. The suspected thieves broke into a home and took the car keys. Two people were seen leaving the stolen car in Lyndhurst. Their identities were unknown. Anyone with information should email Officer Alec Morelli with Longport police at morelli_alec@longportpd.org.

by Chris Spiker

02/26/2024

Police & Fire

'Awful Event': Newlywed Couple's Home Ripped Apart By Fire In Ocean County A fire ripped through a newlywed couple's home in Ocean County, officials said. Firefighters responded to the house on Burnt Tavern Road in Brick Township at around 4 a.m. on Friday, Feb. 23, the Herbertsville Fire Company said in a Facebook post. The fire was under control in about an hour. According to a GoFundMe page, Allison Gspann lived in the home with her husband Stephen. The couple escaped safely with their dog Canoli. More than $10,000 was raised from at least 141 donations as of Monday, Feb. 26. "No one should ever have to go through this awful event and the burden of finances i…

by Chris Spiker

02/26/2024

Police & Fire

Witnesses Stop Machete-Wielding Man At Flea Market In Monmouth County A Berkeley Township man was accused of using a machete to threaten someone at a Monmouth County flea market, authorities said. The 39-year-old Bayville man went into the Collingwood Auction and Flea Market with the large blade at around 9 a.m. on Saturday, Feb, 24, Howell Township police said in a news release. Investigators said the man was confronting a 40-year-old Neptune man over money owed for car repairs. Several witnesses stopped the argument from turning into a physical fight and the machete was never used. The man drove away without getting any money. The man was arrested at aroun…

by Chris Spiker

02/26/2024

Police & Fire

Woman Knocked Unconscious, Kidnapped Outside Toms River Grocery Store: Police A man was accused of kidnapping a woman in the parking lot of a Toms River grocery store, authorities said. Luis Morenogutierrez was arrested on Sunday, Feb. 25, the Toms River Police Department said in a news release. No age or hometown was given for Morenogutierrez. Police responded to customers arguing in the parking lot of the Aldi on Route 70 at around 6:55 p.m. When officers arrived, they learned a woman had been kidnapped at knifepoint by a man. The man assaulted her and knocked her unconscious at a different location. She was brought to the hospital for her injuries. Englewood pol…

by Chris Spiker

02/26/2024

Business

Atlantic City Casino Hotel Losing Management Partner At End Of 2024 An Atlantic City casino hotel will lose its management partner at the end of the year, officials said. Mohegan Gaming & Entertainment announced it will end its management assignment at Resorts Casino Hotel at the end of 2024. Resorts was the first Native American-run casino in Atlantic City and Mohegan purchased a 10-percent ownership interest in 2012. Mohegan will keep its 10-percent stake in Resorts. "We’re extremely proud of our relationship with Resorts Casino Hotel and what we have helped accomplish," said Mohegan Gaming & Entertainment president and CEO Ray Pineault. "We want…

by Chris Spiker

02/26/2024

Police & Fire

Atlantic City Man Threatened Woman With Gun In Front Of Children: Police An Atlantic City man was accused of threatening a woman in front of two children, authorities said. Eric Teasley, 32, was arrested on Tuesday, Feb. 20, the Atlantic City Police Department said in a news release. Officers responded to a report of an "extremely agitated" man with a gun going in and out of a home on the 300 block of North Connecticut Avenue at around 11:38 p.m. Investigators said he pointed the gun at a woman and also threatened her with violence in front of two children. An officer also found the gun was loaded with hollow-point bullets in the kitchen. Teasley was charged wi…

by Chris Spiker

02/26/2024

Police & Fire

NJ Police Chief To Retire After Investigation Into Argument With Sergeant Caught On Camera The head of a Jersey Shore police department will step down about three months after a heated interaction between him and one of his sergeants during a crash investigation, officials said. Bradley Beach police Chief Leonard Guida will retire on Friday, Mar. 1, according to a Monday, Feb. 26 statement from Mayor Larry Fox. The mayor said Chief Guida's retirement was six months earlier than the borough anticipated. The Monmouth County Prosecutor's Office investigated the exchange between Chief Guida and Sgt. William Major, which happened on Thursday, Nov. 9. At a council meetin…

by Chris Spiker

02/26/2024

News

Jersey Shore Boardwalks Get $100M For 'Vital' Upgrades Jersey Shore communities are getting $100 million in state grants to make crucial repairs to their boardwalk, officials said. The Boardwalk Preservation Fund money will go to 18 municipalities in Atlantic, Cape May, Middlesex, Monmouth, and Ocean counties, Gov. Phil Murphy announced on Friday, Feb. 23. The state Department of Community Affairs (NJDCA) will give out the funds to invest in "state-of-the-art materials that increase storm resiliency and ensure longer lasting infrastructure." In a news release, Gov. Murphy said the money will help coastal tourist destinations stay vibrant. …

by Chris Spiker

02/24/2024

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