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Jersey Shore Man Hit Domestic Violence Victim In Head With Household Objects: Police Jersey Shore Man Hit Domestic Violence Victim In Head With Household Objects: Police
Jersey Shore Man Hit Domestic Violence Victim In Head With Household Objects: Police An Atlantic County man was accused of hitting someone in the head with household objects in a suspected case of domestic violence, authorities said. Kevin Turkvan, 31, of Brigantine, was arrested on Tuesday, Apr. 9, the department said in a news release on Thursday, Apr. 11. He was charged after police received a report about a domestic violence incident on Friday, Apr. 5. Brigantine police were notified on Tuesday, Apr. 9 about the assault with serious injuries. An officer contacted the victim at a medical facility and confirmed serious head injuries which required the victim to be sent to…
Teen Drunkenly Sped Through Stop Signs, Crashed Into Business In Jersey Shore City: Police Teen Drunkenly Sped Through Stop Signs, Crashed Into Business In Jersey Shore City: Police
Teen Drunkenly Sped Through Stop Signs, Crashed Into Business In Jersey Shore City: Police An Atlantic County teen was accused of driving drunk, speeding through stop signs, and crashing into the side of a business, authorities said. The 17-year-old from Hammonton was arrested on Tuesday, Apr. 2, the Brigantine Police Department said in a news release. The teen was charged with driving while intoxicated, leaving the scene of an accident, eluding police, possession of a weapon for an unlawful purpose, and nine traffic summonses. A Brigantine officer saw a pickup speeding on Lafayette Boulevard at around 2:31 a.m. The truck then sped through several stop signs. Police tr…
Two Teens Arrested After Stealing Vehicle In South Jersey: Police Two Teens Arrested After Stealing Vehicle In South Jersey: Police
Two Teens Arrested After Stealing Vehicle In South Jersey: Police Two teens were accused of stealing a vehicle and using it in "criminal activity" in Atlantic County, authorities said. Jakhi Richardson, 19, of Pleasantville, and an 18-year-old from Pleasantville were arrested after a four-month investigation, Brigantine police announced in a news release on Wednesday, Mar. 6. The 18-year-old was not identified because they were charged as a juvenile since they were accused of committing crimes while under 18. Brigantine police were called to an address on 13th Street South at around 4 a.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 4, 2023. Another law enforcement agency reporte…
Thinking Summer: See How Much Beach Fees Will Be Along Jersey Shore In 2024 Thinking Summer: See How Much Beach Fees Will Be Along Jersey Shore In 2024
2024 Jersey Shore Beach Badge Costs As February ends and the weather gets warmer, many communities along the Jersey Shore are already preparing to soak up the sun at the beach. Many beaches along the Garden State's coast require badges or tags. They help pay the costs of maintaining beaches, hiring lifeguards, and keeping facilities in great shape for summer tourists. Many locations offer free beach access for young children, veterans, and active military members. Some also offer special preseason rates before the busiest part of the summer. Here is a running list of the beach badge requirements along the Jersey Shore as of …
Ocean County Boardwalks Get $6.2M For 'Vital' Upgrades In Massive State Grant Program Ocean County Boardwalks Get $6.2M For 'Vital' Upgrades In Massive State Grant Program
Ocean County Boardwalks Get $6.2M For 'Vital' Upgrades In Massive State Grant Program Jersey Shore communities are getting $100 million in state grants to make crucial repairs to their boardwalk, officials said. The Boardwalk Preservation Fund money will go to 18 municipalities in Atlantic, Cape May, Middlesex, Monmouth, and Ocean counties, Gov. Phil Murphy announced on Friday, Feb. 23. The state Department of Community Affairs (NJDCA) will give out the funds to invest in "state-of-the-art materials that increase storm resiliency and ensure longer lasting infrastructure." In a news release, Gov. Murphy said the money will help coastal tourist destinations stay vibrant. …
Baby Seal Dies After Wandering Streets Of Jersey Shore City Baby Seal Dies After Wandering Streets Of Jersey Shore City
Baby Seal Dies After Wandering Streets Of Jersey Shore City A baby seal has died nearly two weeks after it was rescued while wandering around an Ocean City neighborhood. The Marine Mammal Stranding Center (MMSC) said the grey seal died on Monday, Feb. 19. The male pup received treatment for parasites and a possible respiratory infection from the Brigantine center's veterinarian. MMSC said the seal's death was surprising since his health had begun to improve. "We were hopeful when the pup began showing more interest in food last week, even starting to eat smaller fish on his own in recent days," MMSC said in a Facebook post. "However, on the ev…
Plastic From Bottled Water Entangles Seal In Beach Haven Plastic From Bottled Water Entangles Seal In Beach Haven
Plastic From Bottled Water Entangles Seal In Beach Haven A Jersey Shore animal rehabilitation center rescued a baby seal tangled up in plastic wrapping from a case of bottled water. The Marine Mammal Stranding Center (MMSC) said the female grey seal was found on the shore in Beach Haven at around 4:30 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 15. The pup was brought to MMSC's facility in Brigantine, and the plastic packaging was removed. The center's veterinarian examined the baby seal and found that the plastic had not cut into her neck. The pup was thin, lethargic, and suffered from gastrointestinal issues. The female seal was underweight at 38.2 pounds. She was…
Fugitive Found With Crystal Meth, Brass Knuckles On Jersey Shore: Police Fugitive Found With Crystal Meth, Brass Knuckles On Jersey Shore: Police
Fugitive Found With Crystal Meth, Brass Knuckles On Jersey Shore: Police A man and woman from Pennsylvania were arrested after police found drugs and brass knuckles during a traffic stop, authorities said. Michal Ray, 47, of Morrisville, PA, and Nicole Olenick, 47, also of PA, were arrested on Monday, Feb. 12. The Brigantine Police Department announced their arrests on Tuesday, Feb. 13. At around 10:45 a.m., a Brigantine officer stopped a vehicle for speeding near the intersection of 31st Street and Bayshore Avenue. The officer noticed Ray was not wearing his seatbelt in the front passenger's seat. Ray and Olenick gave identification to the officer who not…
Baby Seal Rescued After Wandering Streets Of Jersey Shore City Baby Seal Rescued After Wandering Streets Of Jersey Shore City
Baby Seal Rescued After Wandering Streets Of Jersey Shore City A Jersey Shore animal rehabilitation center rescued a baby seal after it was seen wandering around an Ocean City neighborhood. The Marine Mammal Stranding Center (MMSC) said it first received a call about the grey seal pup at around 5 p.m. on Wednesday, Feb. 7. After coming ashore, it was spotted on West Avenue between 42nd and 43rd streets. The male seal then went through a backyard and along a sidewalk before moving into the middle of 42nd Street. Witnesses told MMSC that "he had a close call with a car" on 42nd. An Ocean City police officer blocked traffic as the pup continued down the …
Malnourished Baby Seal Rescued After 400-Mile Journey To Jersey Shore Malnourished Baby Seal Rescued After 400-Mile Journey To Jersey Shore
Malnourished Baby Seal Rescued After 400-Mile Journey To Jersey Shore An Atlantic County animal rehabilitation center is helping a baby seal recover after it was found on a beach in Monmouth County. The Marine Mammal Stranding Center said a male grey seal pup was first seen resting on a beach in Sea Bright late in the afternoon on Thursday, Jan. 11.  The seal was observed overnight and after staying on the shore through the morning, he was brought to the rehab center in Brigantine on Friday, Jan. 12. The stranding center said he's believed to be four or five weeks old since he still had white fur from his birthing coat. His eyes were also irritated from…
Seal Bitten By Shark Rescued In Surf City: Officials Seal Bitten By Shark Rescued In Surf City: Officials
Seal Bitten By Shark Rescued In Surf City: Officials A one-year-old seal is recovering after he was bitten by a shark on Christmas Day in Surf City on Long Beach Island. When Marine Mammal Stranding Center, based in Brigantine, arrived on the scene, they said they found the yearling suffering from a large laceration on his left hip and wounds on his abdomen and around his tail. The seal was transported to the center for medical treatment and staff administered fluids and flushed out his wounds, MMSC said. He is currently on oral and topical medications to prevent infection and is resting in intensive care, MMSC said. 
DUI Driver Who Fatally Pinned Atlantic County Worker's Van Gets Time In State Slammer DUI Driver Who Fatally Pinned Atlantic County Worker's Van Gets Time In State Slammer
DUI Driver Who Fatally Pinned Atlantic County Worker's Van Gets Time In State Slammer A 36-year-old South Jersey woman has been sentenced to six years in New Jersey State Prison for a fatal crash in which she was found to be using numerous drugs, authorities said. Bao “Joanna” Huynh, of Brigantine, was sentenced on the charge of vehicular homicide on Thursday, Sept. 21, according to the Atlantic County Prosecutor's Office. She must serve 85% of the sentence before being eligible for parole. At 12:17 p.m. on June 26, 2021, Hector Salgado, 54, of Lindenwold was killed when a motor vehicle operated by Huynh struck his Dodge work van in Brigantine, the prosec…
WINNER: Jersey Cash 5 Lottery Player Takes Home $136K WINNER: Jersey Cash 5 Lottery Player Takes Home $136K
Winner: Jersey Cash 5 Lottery Player Takes Home $136K One lucky Jersey Cash 5 lottery ticket matched all five numbers drawn winning the $136,192 jackpot from Friday, Aug. 18. The winning numbers were: 05, 09, 12, 24 and 39 and the XTRA number was: 04.  The retailer will receive a bonus check for $2,000 for the winning ticket sold.  The winning ticket was sold at Beach Tobacco Cigar & Convenience, 3106 Brigantine Blvd., Brigantine in Atlantic County.
South Jersey Coach, Wife Recovering From Serious Car Crash South Jersey Coach, Wife Recovering From Serious Car Crash
South Jersey Coach, Wife Recovering From Serious Car Crash A middle school coach from Atlantic County and his wife are recovering from serious injuries in a car accident. The crash occurred around 7 p.m. on April 30, in Mullica Hill, injuring Jeremiah and Onya Smith of Mays Landing. Family members are rallying to help them via this GoFundMe page. Jerry, nicknamed "Huggie," has been a football coach for the Absecon Blue Devils and a basketball coach for the Mays Landing Lakers for many years. He grew up in Brigantine and Absecon.  Onya, a native of Mays Landing, is currently at home recovering from leg and hip injuries tha…
Beach Tags On Sale At 40 Jersey Shore Spots Beach Tags On Sale At 40 Jersey Shore Spots
Beach Tags On Sale At 40 Jersey Shore Spots It's that time of the yea: Time to buy beach badges or plan where you'll spend your free time this summer. The 130 miles of Jersey Shore offers about 50 public beaches to choose from. Daily, weekly and seasonal beach badge and tag prices have been set for the 2023 season. The highest seasonal fee at $150 is in Deal. Several townships offer discounts if you buy seasonal tags by late May or early June. Beaches often allow free or reduced fees to children, senior citizens, veterans and active military members. At least seven locations offer free admission but they typically charge for daily…
7th Dead Whale Washes Up On Jersey Shore 7th Dead Whale Washes Up On Jersey Shore
7th Dead Whale Washes Up On Jersey Shore A seventh dead humpback whale has washed up on the Jersey Shore, this time in Brigantine. State and marine mammal experts had responded on Friday, Jan 13 to Brigantine Beach a half-mile beyond a former U.S. Coast Guard station.  There was much speculation on social media whether offshore testing for wind turbines has played a role in their deaths.  The latest whale was described as a 20-foot juvenile. The dead whale washed up just miles from where another whale was found in Atlantic City on Saturday, Jan. 7. It was the seventh dead whale washed up in 39 days.
Mysterious Booms Rattle South Jersey Again Mysterious Booms Rattle South Jersey Again
Mysterious Booms Rattle South Jersey Again The Navy is investigating whether aircraft carrier training in Maryland caused mysterious noises in South Jersey, NJ Advance Media reports. Monday's loud booms and rattling windows marked the second major disturbance in two weeks.  On Nov. 22, residents of Brigantine were abuzz about what sounded like an explosion, as Daily Voice reported. The source of that noise was never identified. The Naval Air Station Patuxent River in southern Maryland was scheduled to conduct “noise generating” aircraft carrier training from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Monday, Dec. 5.  The Naval District Wa…
'Perfect Poop Guy' From Atlantic City Promotes Feces Transplants, Healthy Diet 'Perfect Poop Guy' From Atlantic City Promotes Feces Transplants, Healthy Diet
'Perfect Poop Guy' From Atlantic City Promotes Feces Transplants, Healthy Diet A 73-year-old man from South Jersey is promoting the donation of "perfect poop" to people with life-threatening digestive disorders. Herbie Allen of Brigantine learned he has "perfect poop" when his late wife was experiencing serious colon problems that hospitalized her. Allen's healthy diet — which has a long list including fruits, fish, honey, room-temperature food and vitamins — contains no soda, sweets, meat, fried foods or alcohol. It helped make him a perfect candidate to donate his good bacteria-carrying poop.  "I'm just going to eat perfect foods,'' he said in an intervie…
South Jersey Butcher Shop Returns To Food Network's 'Diners, Drive-ins & Dives' South Jersey Butcher Shop Returns To Food Network's 'Diners, Drive-ins & Dives'
South Jersey Butcher Shop Returns To Food Network's 'Diners, Drive-ins & Dives' The Food Network's "Diners, Drive-ins and Dives" is returning to the airwaves and a South Jersey butcher shop is being featured. Ernest And Son Old-Fashioned Butcher Shoppe in Brigantine will appear Friday, Oct. 28 at 9 p.m. in a segment titled, "From sausage to sweet." They are best known for their cheesesteak sandwiches. "We appreciate the opportunity and are excited for everyone to see it!!! Thank you for all the support as always!" shoppe owner Brian Mel Cortellessa wrote on Facebook. Ernest And Son Old-Fashioned Butcher ShoppeFacebook/ Ernest And Son Old-Fashioned Butcher Shoppe …
Boardwalk Drug-Dealing Investigation Yields 10 Arrests In Atlantic City: Prosecutor Boardwalk Drug-Dealing Investigation Yields 10 Arrests In Atlantic City: Prosecutor
Boardwalk Drug-Dealing Investigation Yields 10 Arrests In Atlantic City: Prosecutor Ten people were arrested in a drug-dealing investigation along the Atlantic City Boardwalk, authorities said. The suspects were charged with various drug-related offenses to include: narcotics possession, narcotics distribution, narcotics distribution within 500 feet of a public zone, the unlawful possession of a firearm, and the unlawful possession of hollow point ammunition. In addition to the above charges, the State will be applying for a Drug Offender Restraining Order against these individuals pertaining to the Atlantic City Boardwalk and surrounding areas. Seized were various quanti…
Mom Who Tried Rescuing Kids From Drowning Released From Hospital Mom Who Tried Rescuing Kids From Drowning Released From Hospital
Mom Who Tried Rescuing Kids From Drowning Released From Hospital A 28-year-old mother who rescued her two young children from drowning has recovered from critical injuries, authorities said. The woman, identified only as Kassandra on Facebook, ran into the water but was overcome by strong currents, Brigantine police said. First responders including the Brigantine Beacn Patrol rescued the unidentified children. The incident occurred at about 9:30 a.m. on July 13 when the women’s children, who were wading in the ocean, “appeared to have become overpowered by the current and were in distress,” police said. “(A) witness observed the woman run into the ocea…
NJ Mustang Driver Killed In PA Turnpike Crash Was Set To Marry Next Weekend: Report NJ Mustang Driver Killed In PA Turnpike Crash Was Set To Marry Next Weekend: Report
NJ Mustang Driver Killed In PA Turnpike Crash Was Set To Marry Next Weekend: Report A 33-year-old New Jersey man who died in a crash on the PA Turnpike was set to marry next weekend, news reports say citing authorities. Harry Jackson Jr., of Brigantine, was in a Mustang 2011 Ford Mustang that struck the cab of a tractor trailer on the PA Turnpike Friday, July 29, killing him, LehighValleyLive reports.  Jackson was pronounced dead while his female passenger was hospitalized with minor injuries, the outlet reports citing police. The rush hour crash happened when a tractor-trailer driven by a Philadelphia man went off the right side of the Northeast Extension of the highway…
Mom Who Ran Into Ocean To Rescue Kids Expected To Make Full Recovery: Brigantine Police Mom Who Ran Into Ocean To Rescue Kids Expected To Make Full Recovery: Brigantine Police
Mom Who Ran Into Ocean To Rescue Kids Expected To Make Full Recovery: Brigantine Police A 28-year-old mom who had to be rescued herself after running into the ocean to rescue her children in distress earlier this month is expected to make a full recovery, police in Brigantine said. The woman had been in critical condition after the incident around 9:30 a.m. Wednesday, July 13. The two children were wading in the ocean when they appeared to have become overpowered by the current, witnesses said. Their mom ran into the ocean to try to rescue them, but suddenly became distressed herself, and disappeared underwater. A witness called 9-1-1 immediately, bringing Brigantine Beach Pa…
Mother, 28. Critical After Trying To Save Children From Drowning In Ocean: Police Mother, 28. Critical After Trying To Save Children From Drowning In Ocean: Police
Mother, 28. Critical After Trying To Save Children From Drowning In Ocean: Police A 28-year-old mother is in critical condition after trying to save her children in the ocean in South Jersey, authorities said. Brigantine police and firefighters responded to a 9-1-1 call at 9:28 a.m. on Wednesday, July 13 for a swimmer in distress. The Beach Patrol arrived and rescued two young children and their mother from the water.  According to a witness, the two children appeared to have become overpowered by the current and were in distress. The witness observed the woman run into the ocean to attempt to rescue her children and subsequently observed her become distressed and d…
18 Years Later NJ Man Charged In 2nd Home Invasion Sex Assault Of Child 18 Years Later NJ Man Charged In 2nd Home Invasion Sex Assault Of Child
18 Years Later NJ Man Charged In 2nd Home Invasion Sex Assault Of Child An Egg Harbor City man who last week was charged with the sexual assault of a 10-year-old girl during a 1996 home invasion has been accused of doing the same to a 5-year-old girl, authorities announced Wednesday. Brian Lee Avis, 59, of Egg Harbor City, broke into a Willow Avenue home in Galloway on July 18, 2003 around 11:45 p.m., and quickly left,  Acting Atlantic County Prosecutor Cary Shill said. A mother in the home told police she noticed her daughter's pajama pants were pulled down, Shill said. The case was unsolved until earlier this week, when Galloway Township Police Det…
South Jersey Man Indicted For Beating Wife Dead With Hammer South Jersey Man Indicted For Beating Wife Dead With Hammer
South Jersey Man Indicted For Beating Wife Dead With Hammer A South Jersey ma has been indicted in connection with last summer's alleged beating death of his 30-year-old wife, authorities said. An Atlantic County Grand Jury returned an indictment on a first-degree murder charge against Robert Declementi, 37, of Brigantine, according to Acting Atlantic County Prosecutor Cary Shill. Brigantine police received a 9-1-1 call at 4:27 a.m. on Aug. 22, 2020, and responded to 17 Girard Place, Shill said.  Rachel Declementi, 30, was found dead in the home with numerous injuries to her body, Shill said. Authorities later determined she allegedly had been…
Here's The Scoop: Best Ice Cream Spots On The Jersey Shore Here's The Scoop: Best Ice Cream Spots On The Jersey Shore
Here's The Scoop: Best Ice Cream Spots On The Jersey Shore This week's gonna be a hot one. What better way to keep cool than with ice cream? Here are some of the most popular ice cream spots on the Jersey Shore. The sampling of spots below were top-rated on several user-generated review sites, featured in local publications and recommended by Daily Voice readers. OCEAN COUNTY Today, we remember and honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice. Posted by Hoffman's Ice Cream on Monday, May 31, 2021 Hoffmans Ice Cream, Point Pleasant: 800 Richmond Ave. Mrs. Walker’s Ice Cream Parlor, Toms River: 908 Fischer Blvd. The Original Rich’s Ice Cream, …
'Stay Away From Seals': Organization Pleads With Jersey Shore Beach Goers 'Stay Away From Seals': Organization Pleads With Jersey Shore Beach Goers
'Stay Away From Seals': Organization Pleads With Jersey Shore Beach Goers A Jersey Shore-based mammal rescue organization is pleading with beachgoers to stay away from seals. Over the past week several amateur and professional photographers have been flooding social media groups with photos and videos of seals taken at a close distance, revealing exact locations of resting animals on the beach, the Marine Mammal Stranding Center in Brigantine said. "This has attracted crowds around resting seals, causing further disturbance and harassment of the animals," the non-profit organization said. "A video has even surfaced of someone touching a seal. Several healthy sea…
Atlantic City Pedestrian Struck, Killed Atlantic City Pedestrian Struck, Killed
Atlantic City Pedestrian Struck, Killed A 66-year-old woman from Atlantic City was struck and killed by a vehicle as she crossed the road, authorities said. Atlantic City patrol officers responded to Tennessee and Atlantic Avenues at 4:12 p.m. on Wednesday for a report of a motor vehicle crash involving a pedestrian, according to Lt. Kevin Fair, a police department spokesman. Officers arrived to find Jill Collette suffering from serious injuries, according to Fair. Collette was taken to the AtlantiCare Regional Medical Center, City Division, where she was pronounced dead, Fair said. An initial investigation by Officer Tyler Dai…
Human Remains Wash Up On South Jersey Shore Human Remains Wash Up On South Jersey Shore
Human Remains Wash Up On South Jersey Shore UPDATED: New Jersey State Police are investigating a body found along the Atlantic County shore. Human remains were found by a passerby on the northern portion of Brigantine Beach at 9:47 a.m. on Thursday, according to Sgt. Lawrence Peele, a state police spokesman. New Jersey State Police, State Park Police and Brigantine Police Department responded to the scene in Brigantine, Peele said. The remains were taken to the Southern Regional Medical Examiner’s Office and were awaiting an autopsy, the sergeant said on Friday afternoon. State Police are the lead agency and the case remains under …
Poll: Biden 'All But Certain To Beat' Trump In NJ, Enhancing Amy Kennedy's Congressional Hopes Poll: Biden 'All But Certain To Beat' Trump In NJ, Enhancing Amy Kennedy's Congressional Hopes
Poll: Biden 'All But Certain To Beat' Trump In NJ, Enhancing Amy Kennedy's Congressional Hopes A national tracking poll finds that former Vice President Joe Biden is "all but certain" to win New Jersey in next Tuesday's election over President Donald J. Trump. The 50-state poll conducted by The Economist gives Biden a roughly 60 to 40 percent margin of victory in New Jersey in the final days until Election Day.  That's good news for another Democrat in the state's most hotly contested congressional race: Amy Kennedy of Atlantic County is polling ahead of U.S. Rep. Jeff Van Drew of Cape May County, a vocal supporter of President Trump. Inside Elections currently predicts New Jersey'…