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Four Charged With Hindering Capture of Toms River Murder Suspect TOMS RIVER — Four individuals from Ocean and Monmouth counties have been charged with hindering the […]

New Jersey Governor Mikie Sherrill issued a public weather alert as a powerful coastal storm begins impacting the Garden State, bringing strong winds, heavy rain, tidal flooding, and hazardous surf from Friday night into Saturday.

Stacey Lin Soden, 56, of Toms River, New Jersey passed away peacefully on 09/15/2026 surrounded by family and loved ones. Born on 07/29/1970 in Patterson, New Jersey. Throughout her life, Stacey was known for kindness, generosity, compassion and dedication to her family. Stacey spent her life devoted to her family. She will remembered for the lasting impact she had on her family and friends.

New Jersey is bracing for a powerful nor’easter that has shifted closer to the Jersey Shore — bringing stronger winds, higher coastal flooding risks, and a long stretch of on‑and‑off rain through the weekend. Inland impacts have also increased, with gusts now expected well beyond the immediate coast.

Ocean County is gearing up for a packed season of outdoor festivals, family activities, heritage celebrations, and holiday traditions as Parks & Recreation unveils its 2026 Fall Events Calendar. Spanning September through December, the schedule features beloved annual gatherings, new seasonal attractions, and free community events held at parks across the county.