Ocean County has acquired a new 98-acre parcel in Lacey Township’s Forked River Mountains area. Officials say this move expands preserved lands while supporting environmental protection and public access initiatives.
The Ocean County Department of Parks and Recreation has been honored with two statewide awards recognizing its commitment to accessibility and historic preservation. The department received accolades for its inclusive…
The Ocean County Board of Commissioners has announced its unanimous support for New Jersey Senate President Nick Scutari’s recent legislative resolution to repeal the New Jersey Resilient Environments and Landscapes…
Ocean County is launching its 16th annual Residential Document Shredding Program, offering residents a secure way to dispose of sensitive documents during tax season and spring cleaning.
Ocean County, which has more than 200,000 senior residents, has received national recognition for its efforts to provide services that help older adults maintain independence and stay engaged in the…
The Ocean County Board of Commissioners has approved a series of shared services agreements with several municipalities across the county for 2026.
A $12 million project is set to improve safety and mobility along Cedar Bridge Avenue (County Route 528) in Lakewood Township, Ocean County.
Ocean County Commissioner Sam Ellenbogen has voiced opposition to a proposed rate increase by New Jersey American Water, citing concerns about affordability for residents, especially seniors, veterans, and working-class families.
The Ocean County Board of Commissioners has approved 24 contracts to provide a range of services for the county’s senior population in 2026.
Ocean County crews continue to clear snow and ice from roads after a significant storm affected the area from January 25 through the morning of January 26.
2026 on-street parking passes are now available for purchase in Seaside Heights.
There was one company in a city associated with Ocean County that received an FDA inspection in the third quarter of 2025, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.
The Ocean County Board of Commissioners has urged Jersey Central Power & Light (JCP&L) to address ongoing service issues and reconsider recent rate increases.
Last week, Congressman Chris Smith (R-NJ), Co-Chair of the House Pro-Life Caucus, Senator Ted Cruz (R-TX), and 30 other members of Congress filed an amicus brief with the U.S. Supreme…
A bill sponsored by U.S. Rep. Chris Smith (R-4) that allocates $50 million for a new shallow draft dredging vessel has passed the House of Representatives.
A congressional hearing focused on laws regulating foreign non-governmental organizations (NGOs) and their impact on civil society is scheduled for Tuesday, September 9, 2025.
Ocean County has received the largest Clean Communities Grant in New Jersey for 2025, totaling $273,576.97.
Rep. Chris Smith (R-N.J.) has raised concerns following a recent conversation between Chinese leader Xi Jinping and Russian President Vladimir Putin about the possibility of extending life through organ transplants.
Rep. Chris Smith (R-NJ) announced that the House-passed FY26 Energy & Water Appropriations Act (HR 4553) includes $50 million in federal funding for a new shallow draft dredging vessel.
Congressman Chris Smith (R-NJ) has called on the Senate to quickly approve his proposed legislation targeting forced organ harvesting, following a widely reported conversation between Chinese President Xi Jinping and…
Representative Chris Smith (R-NJ), Co-Chair of the Congressional-Executive Commission on China, and Representative John Moolenaar (R-MI), Chair of the House Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party, have sent a…
Republican leaders from two key U.S. congressional committees focused on China have urged the State Department to issue a separate travel advisory for Somaliland, distinguishing it from Somalia.
Republican leaders of two House committees focused on U.S.-China relations have urged the State Department to issue a separate travel advisory for Somaliland.
The Ocean County Department of Consumer Affairs has reached a consent agreement with Stop & Shop supermarkets after an investigation revealed mislabeling and improper handling of beef and poultry products…
Rep. Chris Smith (R-Manchester) has expressed his condolences following the death of Lillian G. Burry, a former Monmouth County Freeholder Director and Colts Neck Mayor.
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