WINNER: Mega Millions Ticket Worth $10K Sold In Ocean County WINNER: Mega Millions Ticket Worth $10K Sold In Ocean County
Winner: Mega Millions Ticket Worth $10K Sold In Ocean County A winning Mega Millions lottery ticket was sold in Ocean County, officials said. The lucky ticket was purchased at McKinley Convenience Store, 100 McKinley Ave. in Manahawkin, New Jersey Lottery officials said. The winner matched four of the five white balls and the Gold Mega Ball for Tuesday's third-tier $10,000 prize.  The winning numbers for the Aug. 4 drawing were: 02, 22, 30, 42, and 62. The Gold Mega Ball was 20, and the Megaplier Multiplier was 03. The Mega Millions Jackpot rolls to $22 million for the Friday, Aug. 7 drawing.
These 10 Towns Ranked Best Places To Live In Ocean County These 10 Towns Ranked Best Places To Live In Ocean County
These 10 Towns Ranked Best Places To Live In Ocean County We've seen the best places to live in New Jersey but what about Ocean County? According to a newly-released set of rankings by Niche.com, the top three spots in the area are Point Pleasant Beach, Beach Haven and Point Pleasant. Here are the other top places to live in Ocean County, according to Niche.com. Crime, quality of schools, things to do, and cost of living were among the factors used in determining the rankings. 4. Surf City 5. Pine Beach 6. Lavallette 7. Manahawkin 8. Toms River 9. North Beach Haven 10. Island Heights Click here for the full list.
Kids Eat Free July 4th At These NJ Applebee's Locations Kids Eat Free July 4th At These NJ Applebee's Locations
Kids Eat Free July 4th At These NJ Applebee's Locations Casual kid-friendly restaurant chain Applebee’s is celebrating the Fourth of July with a special Kids Eat Free promotion. Locations owned and operated by Doherty Enterprises in New Jersey are offering a free kids’ meal with an adult entree purchase. The deal can be used with dine-in service or via online orders using the code KIDS, and the order must total at least $15. Restaurants offering the promotion include: Brick Bridgewater Butler Clark Clifton Edison Flemington Garfield Hackensack Hackettstown Hillsborough Howell Jersey City Jersey Gardens Kearny, Lacey Linden Manahawkin Manalapa…
WINNER: $626K Lottery Ticket Sold On Jersey Shore WINNER: $626K Lottery Ticket Sold On Jersey Shore
Winner: $626K Lottery Ticket Sold On Jersey Shore The winning lottery ticket for Sunday’s $625,590 Jersey Cash 5 drawing was sold at Bay Avenue Farm store in Ocean County. The jackpot winner matched all five numbers drawn after making the lucky purchase at 93 East Bay Ave. in Manahawkin, New Jersey Lottery officials said in a statement. Sunday’s winning numbers were: 01, 06, 17, 19, and 43. The XTRA number was: 04.  The Bay Avenue Farm retailer will receive a bonus check for $2,000 for the winning ticket sold. 
Motorcyclist Killed, 2 Others Hurt In South Jersey Crashes Motorcyclist Killed, 2 Others Hurt In South Jersey Crashes
Motorcyclist Killed, 2 Others Hurt In South Jersey Crashes One motorcyclist was killed and two others were injured in separate crashes early Sunday morning in Burlington County, authorities said. Alexander Halsey, 45, of Forked River was heading north on Route 206 with a group of motorcyclists near the Comfort Inn Hotel in Bordentown when he lost control of his 2019 Harley Davidson motorcycle just before 12:30 p.m., Bordentown police said. Halsey sustained severe life threatening injuries as a result of his crash, police said, and was taken by ambulance to Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in Hamilton Township where he was pronounced dead nea…
WATCH: Police Officer Pushes Burning Jeep Away From Jersey Shore Taco Bell WATCH: Police Officer Pushes Burning Jeep Away From Jersey Shore Taco Bell
Watch: Police Officer Pushes Burning Jeep Away From Jersey Shore Taco Bell A quick-thinking police officer used his vehicle to push a burning SUV away from a Jersey Shore Taco Bell drive-thru. Stafford Township Police Officer Keith Oler found the front of the Jeep engulfed in flames at the Route 72 eatery in Manahawkin over the weekend, authorities said. The fire was getting perilously close to the building, leaving him no choice, they said. Putting his own safety in jeopardy, Oler prevented a worse outcome. Stafford Township Police Officer Keith OlerCOURTESY: Stafford Township Police ****** HEROES: A team of Port Authority police officers and Tunnel and Br…
VIDEO: Tornado Touches Down In Toms River VIDEO: Tornado Touches Down In Toms River
Video: Tornado Touches Down In Toms River A small tornado touched down along the shore of Ocean County, the National Weather Service announced Thursday. The tornado, with winds of 70 mph, began as a waterspout in Barnegat Bay near Normandy Beach, briefly touched inland, and then returned out to sea, meteorologists said. Normandy Beach is on the barrier island between Mantaloking and Lavallette. So the tiny twister moved from the bay over the narrow strip of land -- less than a half-mile -- then back over the ocean. Winds of 70 mph matched the top straight-line winds that caused widespread damage in Toms River. The twister swirled …
Manahawkin Mom Who Fought For 6 Kids Fighting For Her Life Manahawkin Mom Who Fought For 6 Kids Fighting For Her Life
Manahawkin Mom Who Fought For 6 Kids Fighting For Her Life Amanda Quinn fought for six children, as well as her life. After being diagnosed with a rare form of cancer, a doctor advised Quinn and her husband, Garrett, to return their children to the foster system and she should prepare to die. Quinn, a native of Manahawkin, is fighting the cancer and finalizing the adoption of their children. Quinn was diagnosed in July 2018 with leiomyosarcoma, a rare and aggressive form of cancer in her heart, liver and inferior vena cava. She is fighting the cancer and finalizing the adoption of their children. She almost died several times during surgery.…
Playa Bowls Opening Manahawkin Store Playa Bowls Opening Manahawkin Store
Playa Bowls Opening Manahawkin Store Playa Bowls is expanding its Jersey Shore presence with a new location in Manahawkin. The smoothie bowl shop will open at 399 N. Main St., the former location of dessert shop, Smallcakes, on March 15. Playa Bowls' menu consists of healthy fruits and other “superfoods” transformed and served in appetizing bowl forms. Bowls are crafted starting with one of seven bases: chia pudding, banana, acai, coconut, oatmeal, green and pitaya. Founded in 2014, Playa Bowls currently operates 47 shops in the Garden State with other locations in 12 states and Puerto Rico, the website says. Click here f…
10 Most Popular Pizzerias In Ocean County 10 Most Popular Pizzerias In Ocean County
10 Most Popular Pizzerias In Ocean County Craving a slice of crispy, cheesy pizza loaded with toppings? Here are 10 places you can try today in Ocean County. The spots you see on this list were top-rated on several user-generated review sites, featured in local publications and recommended by Daily Voice readers. Some are longtime favorites while others have only recently opened their doors. All of these pizzerias, however, are dishing up pies we think you'll love. Sawmill Cafe, Seaside Heights : Sawmill opened as a hot dog stand on the boardwalk in 1977 and has since developed in a full family-friendly restaurant and taproom tha…
Home Health Care Agency Owner Sentenced To Prison,  Ordered To Repay $504K In Employment Taxes Home Health Care Agency Owner Sentenced To Prison,  Ordered To Repay $504K In Employment Taxes
Home Health Care Agency Owner Sentenced To Prison, Ordered To Repay $504K In Employment Taxes A Manahawkin business owner was sentenced to 12 months and one day in federal prison for willfully failing to pay over employment taxes, according to authorities. Richard Dale pleaded guilty to the charge in January 2019, authorities said on Thursday.  Dale operated Advanced Pro Home Care Inc., a health care agency located in Brick, according to Principal Deputy Assistant Attorney General Richard E. Zuckerman of the Justice Department’s Tax Division and U.S. Attorney Craig Carpenito. In addition to the prison term, U.S. District Judge Peter G. Sheridan ordered Dale to serve …
Dermatologist Killed In Florida Air Show Had Several North Jersey Offices Dermatologist Killed In Florida Air Show Had Several North Jersey Offices
Dermatologist Killed In Florida Air Show Had Several North Jersey Offices A 59-year-old dermatologist with several New Jersey offices was killed in a Florida air show. Dr. Joseph Masessa took his final flight in his Grumman OV-1 Mohawk aircraft on Friday at the 30th Annual Stuart Air Show, the Palm Beach Post reports. The Vietnam War-era attack plane nosedived and exploded on the runway during the final preparations before the annual event. Masessa was a New Jersey native who ran the North Jersey Dermatology Center with locations in Clifton, Kearny, Parsippany and Newfoundland. He also had offices in Toms River, Manahawkin, South Carolin and Florida. The p…