Articles by Central Jersey News


Downtown Matawan is Back

Not unlike many small towns, Matawan Borough did not have the resources to create a bustling downtown or sense of community for its residents. Municipal neglect combined with closing businesses created an area uninviting to shoppers…



Annual Toms River Halloween Parade 2022

The Toms River Halloween Parade is returning for 2022! The parade, which has been running for 81 years, is hosted by the Toms River Volunteer Fire Co. 1. The event is free, but donations to…


Aberdeen Road to Be Raised

Motorists and residents who regularly travel Aberdeen Rd are finally due for some relief from the chronic flooding that afflicts the area. The work to raise the road, which will provide a permanent fix to…


Howell: When you call 911, who will answer?

Today, when you dial 911, the call goes to a local dispatch center in Howell, and emergency dispatchers familiar with Howell and Howell’s emergency services answer and direct the call. This will change if a…



Brick Township’s Fall Fest Returns for 2022

Brick Township’s Fall Fest will be held on Saturday, October 15 from 1pm-7pm at Windward Beach Park.The centerpiece of Fall Fest is the food and this year, we have arranged for a number of food…


Beachwood Man Charged with Money Laundering and Theft

Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer announced that on September 19, 2022, Martin D’Amato, 37, of Beachwood, was charged with Money Laundering in violation of N.J.S.A. 2C:21-25b(1), as well as Theft in violation of N.J.S.A….