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Maria C. Acosta, 75, of Toms River, passed away peacefully on July 6, 2026, surrounded by the family she cherished so deeply. Born and raised in Havana, Cuba, Maria carried the warmth, vibrancy, and cultural richness of her homeland throughout her life, touching everyone fortunate enough to know her.

POINT PLEASANT BEACH, NJ — A routine rear-end collision on August 28, 2022, turned into a 56‑minute DWI investigation that is now gaining attention online after newly released footage was analyzed for educational purposes. The video, featuring Officer Gant of the Point Pleasant Beach Police Department, raises questions about how field sobriety tests are administered, what New Jersey’s Implied Consent Law actually requires, and the consequences of refusing a breathalyzer — especially for drivers with prior DUIs.

Jackson Township High School’s own Aahonstii Wallace has been honored as one of Ocean County’s Unsung Heroes, a distinction that celebrates students who have overcome obstacles, persevered through challenges, and made remarkable academic strides.

As summer nights fill up with concerts, boardwalk trips, and gatherings with friends and family, the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office is urging residents to stay vigilant when using rideshare services. Their message highlights the life‑saving protections established under SAMI’s Law, legislation created in honor of Samantha “Sami” Josephson — a college student tragically killed after entering a vehicle she mistakenly believed was her rideshare.

A Toms River man has admitted to multiple narcotics and financial crimes connected to two major investigations spanning 2025, Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer announced.