NJ July 4 Guide 2023: Parades Fireworks Festivals Around The State

Patch communities around New Jersey are holding parades, fireworks, and commemorations of Independence Day. Here's the schedule:

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Philadelphia area July 4th fireworks list for 2023

Check out our full list to see where July 4 fireworks displays are happening in your neighborhood.

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Ocean County Man Accused Of Bias-Related Arson To Stay Imprisoned

MANCHESTER – The man who allegedly set fire to a house and vandalized homes with Nazi symbols will remain in the Ocean County Jail pending his trial, police said.   Ron Carr, 34, of Manchester, faces 36 criminal counts which include Bias Intimidation, Aggravated Arson, Arson and Criminal Mischief.   In the overnight hours […]

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Former School Art Teacher Found Guilty In Sex Assault Of A Minor

OCEAN COUNTY – After a three week-long jury trial, a Vermont man who was once an art teacher in Toms River, was found guilty of sexually assaulting a minor on multiple occasions.    Raymond Waters, 71, of Pawlet, Vermont, was found guilty of five counts of Aggravated Sexual Assault and thirteen counts of Sexual […]

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Toms River Man Indicted For Racist Homophobic Slurs: Prosecutor

A 55-year-old Toms River man has been indicted for making racial and homophobic slurs before smashing a neighbor's car window, authorities said.Patrick Pennell was indicted by a grand jury on charges of bias intimidation and criminal …

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Can You Guess The Warmest Counties In New Jersey?

You won't find the warmest weather in North Jersey this summer, that's for sure.

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Former Toms River North Art Teacher Found Guilty of Sexual Assault and Criminal Sexual Assault on Minor

Former Toms River North Art Teacher Found Guilty of Sexual Assault and Criminal Sexual Assault on Minor

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Louisiana Man Who Flew To NJ For Sex With Teen Faces Federal Charges: US Attorney

Authorities say ​Spencer Caudle flew from Louisiana to Toms River for sex with the teen; the interstate charge could net 30 years in prison.

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Ex-Toms River Teacher Found Guilty Of 2002 Sex Assaults On Student

Raymond Waters assaulted the boy at Toms River North, at a Scout reservation and at Waters' home. The boy reported the assaults in 2014.

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Man Made Multiple Antisemitic Statements In Manchester Arson Bias Spree: Police

Ron Carr, 34, told police he sprayed the graffiti and set the fire because he believes the "Jews are ruining everything," officers said.

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Former Hillsborough Resident Guilty on 18 Counts of Sexual Assault

TOMS RIVER, NJ - A former resident of Hillsborough and retired Ocean County school teacher has been found guilty of five counts of Aggravated Sexual Assault and thirteen counts of Sexual

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Former High School Art Teacher Found Guilty Of Sexually Assaulting A 14-Year-Old In Toms River Barnegat And Hillsborough NJ

June 29, 2023 TOMS RIVER, NJ (OCEAN)–Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer announced that on June 28, 2023, Raymond Waters, 71, of Pawlet, Vermont, was found guilty of five counts of A…

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Who are the 2023 Press Girls Lacrosse All-Stars

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Whitewashing History

To the Editor: My father, David Flynn of Barnegat Light, and I are writing to express our confusion over the point of revisiting the rise of the Ku Klux Klan in Ocean County in 1923, as reported in Thomas P. Farner’s June 14 200 Plus column (“Klan Claims to Support Law and Order”). We hoped

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Louisiana Man Charged with Using Chat Program to Entice Minor

TRENTON, N.J. – A Louisiana man was charged with using an internet-based chat application to entice an adolescent to engage in prohibited sexual activity, interstate travel with the intent to engage in illicit sexual activity with a minor, and possession of child pornography.

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"Jersey Roots" takes you back to your happy place

"Basically taking their family photo albums off the shelves and, in a way, bringing them back to life; even as an inspiration."

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Juneteenth: A Celebration Of Freedom

LAKEHURST – Singing, a praise dance, dramatic readings, African American cuisine, poems and a sharing of history was all part of a Juneteenth observance hosted by the Manchester Democratic Club at the Presbyterian Church of Lakehurst.   The event opened with a warm welcome by Christina Edwards, who reviewed the history of Juneteenth. She set […]

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Jersey Shore BlueClaws holding special ceremony to honor NJ Military heroes

Please mark down your calendar and head to ShoreTown Ballpark on Thursday July 6 as the Jersey Shore BlueClaws hold Military Appreciation Night.

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Thousands of Glorious Sunflowers at this Farm in Ocean County NJ

There is something about summertime at the Jersey Shore and sunflowers.

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Fireworks making a comeback in New Jersey

After a pandemic pause many NJ municipalities are putting on pyrotechnic displays, much to the delight of local residents

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Who will lead the Ocean County Prosecutors Office for the next 5 years?

The all-Republican county Board of Commissioners plan to officially communicate their preference to Gov. Phil Murphy next week.

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NJ.com third-team All-State softball all-stars 2023

Check out the 14 selections to fill out our all-state team.

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Curfews Beach Closings Rental Bans: NJ Towns Battling Rowdy Teens On Many Fronts

Seaside Heights instituted a curfew after hundreds of teens flooded the boardwalk over Memorial Day, the latest Jersey Shore town to do so.

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Ohio man stole Jersey Devil statue from NJ lunch spot cops say

Thomas Bintz of Ohio is accused of stealing the iconic Jersey Devil statue from Lucille's Luncheonette in Stafford on June 23, 2023.

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Find your thrill at Blueberry Hill NJs first ever picking event

There are so many blueberry farms all over New Jersey that if you and your family have stuck to apple picking and peach picking, you don’t know what you’re missing.

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July 4th Fireworks 2023 Around Toms River

Patch has your complete guide to Independence Day fireworks shows, parades and other celebrations in and around Toms River.

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Find your thrill at Blueberry Hill NJs first ever picking event

There are so many blueberry farms all over New Jersey that if you and your family have stuck to apple picking and peach picking, you don’t know what you’re missing.

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Services Set For Bayville Firefighter After Sudden Death

Brian Letrent, 34, an Army veteran and longtime volunteer firefighter, died suddenly on June 21 from cardiac arrest.

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Events This Week: June 27 to July 3 2023

Here is a look at upcoming events taking place from June 27 to July 3, 2023 along with our featured listings. New Jersey Stage offers previews of events throughout the Garden State as well as select shows in New York City and Philadelphia areas. Click on the title to go to the full preview.

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Ocean County Creating Homelessness Trust Fund

OCEAN COUNTY – After many years of criticism over the way Ocean County handles homelessness, the leaders are creating a trust fund that will pay for temporary housing and other services.   The county will charge a $5 fee on certain documents filed or recorded with the County Clerk’s Office. In 2022, there were […]

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A fantastic summer of food and fun await you in Seaside Park

Whether it's the beach, boardwalk, food, games, concerts, events, or something else, there is a lot you can do for fun this summer in Seaside Park.

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The most critical lifesaving advice for a safe summer in Ocean County

We can all share the beach, the boardwalk, the roads, and everything in between and we can all look out for one another as well to make sure everyone is safe.

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The 44 Jersey Shore facts we bet you didnt know

Think you know the Jersey Shore? Think again!

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Most Beautiful Place in New Jersey is Among the Prettiest in U.S.

Most Stunning Locations in America

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Lakewood man sentenced in shooting of Little Egg Harbor resident

A Lakewood, NJ man was sentenced to seven concurrent years in state prison related to the shooting death of a Little Egg Harbor resident.

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Starbucks stores including some in NJ end Pride month with nationwide strike

The union is striking against what it believes is the company's unfair treatment towards queer and trans workers.

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Shore Conference Athletics closes out fantastic 2022-23 school year in style

It's the last lap around the track and student-athletes, coaches, athletic directors and others have finished the race and won in a successful school year and sports seasons inside the Shore Conference.

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What's fueling the monster of cocaine activity across New Jersey

There is a problem of particular concern across the entire state of New Jersey - the cocaine being peddled into and around our communities.

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July 4th Fireworks 2023 Around Lacey

Patch has your complete guide to Independence Day fireworks shows, parades and other celebrations in and around Lacey.

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July 4th Fireworks 2023 Around Barnegat-Manahawkin

Patch has your complete guide to Independence Day fireworks shows, parades and other celebrations in and around Barnegat-Manahawkin.

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July 4th Fireworks 2023 Around Berkeley

Patch has your complete guide to Independence Day fireworks shows, parades and other celebrations in and around Berkeley.

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No More Cliché Zone: New Jersey Breaking the Buzzword Cycle!

We've all been there. You are sitting in a meeting, trying to focus on the task at hand, when it suddenly happens. That one dreaded phrase pierces through the

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Jersey Shore beach replenishment project is on hold and officials say it could affect tourism

Work to add more sand in Brick and Toms River has been put on pause because of a protest over construction contracts, officials said.

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Bayville Firefighter Brian Letrent Dies Suddenly 34

The Bayville Fire Department is mourning the loss of one of their own.Brian Letrent died suddenly of a medical condition on Wednesday, June 21, according to his obituary. He was 34 years old.A Toms River native, Brian was raised in Bayvill…

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Gordon Ramsey Visits a Hot Restaurant in Asbury Park

Chef Gordon Ramsey Visits The Jersey Shore

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Lifeguard shortage forcing some N.J. swimming spots to close reduce hours

Some New Jersey beaches and pools can't find enough lifeguards. Other say they easily filled spots this year with increased pay and recruiting programs.

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11 Ocean County NJ Towns and Their Fireworks Display Schedule

4th of July is right around the corner. Everybody comes to the Jersey Shore because we have the best 4th of July fireworks.

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Lakewood man sentenced in drug deal that left Little Egg Harbor man 20 shot dead

Jahvontae Debose, 26, had previously pleaded guilty to manslaughter, weapons and marijuana charges.

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Shooting Leads To Manslaughter Sentencing

LAKEWOOD – A township man was sentenced to seven years in prison for the shooting death of Dajour Randolph of Little Egg Harbor on February 21, 2021.   Jahvontae Debose, 26, shot Randolph multiple times. The victim had been found collapsed in the middle of the road on Tudor Court in Lakewood. He must serve at […]

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Another Jersey Shore town is closing beaches at 8 p.m. because of mobs of rowdy teens

Seaside Heights joins a group of other Jersey Shore towns that have instituted rules aimed at minors in recent weeks.

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