The Southern Ocean Times

07/18/2025

Cameron Lord, a teenager from Jackson, was honored recently by the Ocean County Board of Health for his ongoing generosity toward homeless pets in the county. https://www.jerseyshoreonline.com/jackson/teen-recognized-for-donations-to-ocean-county-animal-shelter/

07/18/2025

Robert Montgomery of Cinnaminson, who was serving as an instructor at the range, was rushed to a hospital where he later died, authorities said.

JACKSON – A 61-year-old man died after being struck by lightning which also injured several people during a scouting event at the Black Knight Bowbenders Archery Range. Robert Montgomery of Cinnaminson, who was serving as an instructor at the range, was rushed to a hospital where he later die...

07/18/2025

A Manchester man is facing multiple charges after allegedly leading police on a dangerous pursuit that included multiple crashes, near-misses with officers, and a final attempt to evade arrest by jumping into a lake. Read the story in the link below.

07/18/2025

Ocean County Sheriff Michael Mastronardy joined fellow law enforcement leaders in the nation’s capital recently for the signing of new federal legislation aimed at combating the abuse of fentanyl.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Ocean County Sheriff Michael Mastronardy joined fellow law enforcement leaders in the nation’s capital recently for the...

07/18/2025

The resident was charged with eluding, aggravated assault, obstructing the administration of law, and multiple motor vehicle violations.

LACEY – A Forked River woman is facing multiple charges after allegedly striking a police officer and a civilian vehicle while fleeing a traffic...

07/17/2025

An Ocean County man has been sentenced to 17 years in state prison for his role in leading a criminal street gang operation across Monmouth County, Monmouth County First Assistant Prosecutor Julia Alonso announced Thursday.

FREEHOLD — An Ocean County man has been sentenced to 17 years in state prison for his role in leading a criminal street gang operation across...

07/17/2025

The victim was not injured, but officers found damage on the vehicle consistent with a projectile strike.

LACEY — A Bayville man is facing multiple charges after allegedly firing a gun during a road rage incident Thursday morning, police said. Officers with the Lacey Township Police Department responded to Lacey Road around 8:10 a.m. on July 17 for a report of a man who exited his vehicle, brandished ...

07/17/2025

Investigators believe impairment was the primary factor in the crash which is still under probe.

MANCHESTER — A Manchester woman was hospitalized and charged with driving while intoxicated after crashing her pickup truck into a utility pole and overturning into a wooded area, police said. The crash occurred around 12:58 p.m. near Commonwealth Boulevard and Third Street on July 16. Responding ...

07/17/2025

Vista Park was alive with energy, and filled with people who came from all over to take part in this tradition that first started in 1999.

PINE BEACH – The annual 5k has done more than provide a workout; it has exercised local students’ minds. The event is a fundraiser, and they have...

07/17/2025

Ocean County resident Joseph John Brunetti took on the nickname of “Broadway Joe” because he enjoys bringing a bit of Broadway to the beach every summer.

OCEAN COUNTY – Island Heights resident Joseph John Brunetti took on the nickname of “Broadway Joe” because he enjoys bringing a bit of Broadway...

07/17/2025

The Barnegat Township Police Department’s Marine Unit is back on the water this summer with a new primary patrol vessel, following the loss of its previous boat late last season due to irreparable damage.

BARNEGAT – The Barnegat Township Police Department’s Marine Unit is back on the water this summer with a new primary patrol vessel, following the...

07/17/2025

Advocates who repeatedly addressed the Ocean County Board of Commissioners say they’re deeply disappointed. While they admit the final vote in Congress may not have changed, they believe county officials missed a chance to stand up for their constituents.

OCEAN COUNTY – For four straight public meetings, a growing chorus of Ocean County residents pleaded with their elected officials to take action. They were asking the Board of Commissioners for a resolution asking Congressmen Chris Smith and Jeff Van Drew to vote against a sweeping federal propo...