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Lightning Strike Confirmed Cause Of Death For 59-Year-Old 'Cowboy Hero' On NJ Beach Lightning Strike Confirmed Cause Of Death For 59-Year-Old 'Cowboy Hero' On NJ Beach
Lightning Strike Confirmed Cause Of Death For 59-Year-Old 'Cowboy Hero' On NJ Beach A Toms River man died from a lightning strike on an Ocean County beach, authorities said. A Seaside Park Police Department spokesperson confirmed to Daily Voice that 59-year-old Patrick Dispoto's cause of death was accidental and caused by a lightning strike. He was found unconscious on the beach near J Street at around 7:38 p.m. on Sunday, June 23. Police said Dispoto had no visible signs of injuries. He was rushed to a hospital where he was pronounced dead. Dispoto's girlfriend Ruth said he tried to warn a group of children on the beach about the thunderstorm aft…

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by Chris Spiker
Police & Fire
'Cowboy Hero' Dies After Lightning Strike While Warning Kids On NJ Beach About Storm: Reports 'Cowboy Hero' Dies After Lightning Strike While Warning Kids On NJ Beach About Storm: Reports
'Cowboy Hero' Dies After Lightning Strike While Warning Kids On NJ Beach About Storm: Reports A Toms River man died after a reported lightning strike on an Ocean County beach, authorities said. Patrick Dispoto, 59, was found unconscious on the beach near J Street at around 7:38 p.m. on Sunday, June 23, a Seaside Park Police Department spokesperson told Daily Voice. He was rushed to a hospital where he was pronounced dead. Police said Dispoto had no visible signs of injuries. There were also no witnesses so investigators haven't confirmed if his death was caused by lightning or "another medical issue." Dispoto's girlfriend Ruth said he tried to warn a group of children on the beach …

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by Chris Spiker
Business
Architect That Makes Jersey Shore Dream Homes Come True Opens Shiny New HQ Architect That Makes Jersey Shore Dream Homes Come True Opens Shiny New HQ
Architect That Makes Jersey Shore Dream Homes Come True Opens Shiny New HQ Ship Bottom has new neighbors, and soon lots more as a home-building and architectural firm has opened its new headquarters in the area. Walters is putting the finishing touches on the newly-built Ship Bottom location which it moved into over this summer. The headquarters will eventually include a realty office and restaurant. The two-story, 5,000-square-foot building at 701 Central Ave. houses two divisions of the development firm: Walters Homes, including a sales and design center, and Walters Architecture.  A grand opening is planned for next spring, a spokeswoman said on Friday, Sept.…

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by Jon Craig
Lifestyle
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…

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by Jon Craig
Police & Fire
Man Stole $211K From Friend In Investment Fraud Scheme: Prosecutor Man Stole $211K From Friend In Investment Fraud Scheme: Prosecutor
Man Stole $211K From Friend In Investment Fraud Scheme: Prosecutor A 70-year-old man from Ortley Beach has been sentenced to five years in New Jersey State Prison for an investment fraud scheme, authorities said. John Hammond reportedly stole more than $211,000 from a friend when he purported to invest the money, according to Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer. Hammond previously pleaded guilty to theft by deception, the prosecutor said. Hammond will also be required to make restitution to the victim in the amount of $211,415.98. An investigation by the Toms River Township Police Department Detective Bureau revealed that between May 2…

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by Jon Craig
News
Jersey Shore Man Admits Stealing $230K From Friend In Fake Investment Scheme: Prosecutor Jersey Shore Man Admits Stealing $230K From Friend In Fake Investment Scheme: Prosecutor
Jersey Shore Man Admits Stealing $230K From Friend In Fake Investment Scheme: Prosecutor A 70-year-old man from Ocean County has admitted to stealing $230,000 from another man through fake investments, authorities said. John Hammond, of Ortley Beach, pleaded guilty to theft by deception, according to Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer. An investigation by the Toms River Township Police Department Detective Bureau revealed that between May 2017 and February 2019, Hammond deceived a friend by convincing him to invest $230,000 with him, promising large returns on his investment, Billhimer said.  Over the course of nearly two years, the victim de…

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by Jon Craig
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Ex-Jersey Shore Winery Manager Charged With Theft Ex-Jersey Shore Winery Manager Charged With Theft
Ex-Jersey Shore Winery Manager Charged With Theft A former Ocean County winery manager has been charged with stealing from her employer, authorities said. Nancy Proctor, 62, of Ortley Beach, was charged on Monday with theft by unlawful taking, according to Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer and Plumsted Township Police Chief Earl Meroney. An investigation by the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office Economic Crime Unit and Plumsted Township Police Department found that Proctor -- a former manager at Laurita Winery in New Egypt -- stole more than $40,000 from the winery between Jan. 24, 2019 and Nov. 1, 2019, B…

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by Jon Craig
News
Winning Lottery Tickets Sold In Ocean, Passaic Counties Winning Lottery Tickets Sold In Ocean, Passaic Counties
Winning Lottery Tickets Sold In Ocean, Passaic Counties A pair of winning lottery tickets were sold in Ocean and Passaic counties. Each ticket from Saturday's Jersey Cash 5 jackpot is worth $200,959. The winning numbers were 03, 17, 19, 24, and 36 and the XTRA number was 02. The tickets were sold at the following locations: Ocean County: Acme #295, Route 35 & 37, Ortley Beach Passaic County: Utopia Deli/Jackpocket, 355 Warwick Tpke., Hewitt. The retailers will receive a bonus check for $2,000 for each winning ticket sold. 

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by Cecilia Levine
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INSTANT MILLIONAIRE: Ocean County Man, NJ Residents Get Lucky At Lottery Drawing INSTANT MILLIONAIRE: Ocean County Man, NJ Residents Get Lucky At Lottery Drawing
Instant Millionaire: Ocean County Man, NJ Residents Get Lucky At Lottery Drawing New Jersey Lottery picked another "million dollar replay millionaire" on Friday in Asbury Park. James Wood of Little Egg Harbor in Ocean County won $1 million. Wood was speechless as he grabbed a giant replica of his check before asking, "Can I take it home?" Wood was selected from 15 million entries, "second chance" losing instant lottery tickets. Woods told Lottery officials he is still in shock, and feels like his wildest dreams have finally come true.  When asked if they had any plans for the big prize, James mentioned his family was hoping to take a vacation to Hawaii this s…

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by Jon Craig