Month August 2024
The following is an ‘Ask The Mayor’ question submitted to TLS, and the Mayor’s response. Email your questions for the Mayor to AskTheMayor@thelakewoodscoop.com. Question: Good afternoon Mr. Mayor, Thank you for all that you do on behalf of the town…. Continue Reading →
This submitted sidecam shows a thief attempting to burglarize a vehicle in Lakewood early this morning. The thief can be shining a flashlight inside the vehicle – apparently to see if it was worth the break-in – before riding off… Continue Reading →
The County Prosecutors Association of New Jersey annually awards scholarships to college, graduate and law students. Each scholarship is a one-year grant in the amount of $3,500.00 paid directly to the recipient. Scholarship recipients from previous years are ineligible. The… Continue Reading →
Acting Governor Way today signed legislation that imposes civil penalties on any employers who disclose or threaten to disclose an employee’s immigration status in order to cover up their own labor violations. State employment laws provide broad protections for employees… Continue Reading →
Watch as a child getting off a school bus in Lakewood yesterday is nearly struck by a vehicle that disregarded the red lights and drove around the bus on the shoulder. The incident happened on Prospect Street. ”He was shaking… Continue Reading →
Nearly 650 cyclists from around the world are gearing up for the 15th annual Bike4Chai, a premier two-day cycling event which raises critical funds and awareness for Chai Lifeline, the Jewish community’s leading health and crisis support network. The event… Continue Reading →
Yesterday evening, a group of avreichim from Kollel Maor Abraham of Mexico City visited Chaveirim of CJ Headquarters in Lakewood. They were shown the various equipment Chaveriem utilizes, as well as the services they provide. A Spanish-speaking member of the… Continue Reading →
We regret to inform you of the Petirah of longtime Lakewood resident Mr. Kurt Oppenheimer Z”L, who was Niftar this evening. Mr. Oppenheimer Z”L was a resident of Lakewood prior to Rav Ahron ZT”L’s arrival, and was the proprietor of… Continue Reading →
Military-run hearings for accused Sept. 11 mastermind Khalid Sheikh Mohammed and two co-defendants at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, were in upheaval Wednesday following Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin’s decision to throw out a plea agreement. Defense attorneys contend the plea deal still… Continue Reading →
The recent exoneration of Rabbi Eisemann after a nearly decade-long ordeal raises a critical question: why do state prosecutors face no consequences for their egregious misconduct? The answer lies in their immunity, a shield that protects them from accountability. It’s… Continue Reading →
Submitted by a local resident: With a heart full of pain, I attempt to pen my words to all my brothers and sisters. Over the past few weeks/months, there has been much talk about mental health struggles, due to stories… Continue Reading →
Acting Governor Way today signed Executive Order No. 363, ordering U.S. and New Jersey flags to fly at half-staff from Friday, August 23 through Sunday, August 25, when services will be held to remember and celebrate the life of former… Continue Reading →
Earlier this year, TLS reported that Mayor Rodrick could oust the developers of the high-rise development in downtown Toms River. Today, Mayor Rodrick announced that his administration has in fact terminated the project. Mayor Rodrick issued the following statement. “I… Continue Reading →
On the background of senior defense officials involved in hostage negotiations constantly being quoted as blaming Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu for botching a deal and adding his own conditions, Channel 12 News revealed surprising statements by Maj. Gen. (res.) Nitzan… Continue Reading →
In Howell today, apparently due to the saturation from the rain. Nobody was injured, but the vehicle sustained damage. (Ty: Sergio)
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin spoke for the first time Tuesday on his decision to throw out a plea deal for the men accused in al-Qaida’s 2001 attacks, saying that the depth of American losses and sacrifice on 9/11 demand that… Continue Reading →
As reported this morning on TLS Status, a sinkhole has opened on Prosect Street today, prompting police to shut down a portion of the road. The sinkhole developed on Prospect Street near Majestic Way, and has resulted in vehicle damage…. Continue Reading →
[Note: Photos contain women] The Common Grounds Community Garden at the John Patrick Sports Complex, Vine Street, Lakewood, N.J., a special project of the nonprofit organization One Ocean County that aims to bridge the diverse Ocean County communities, is open… Continue Reading →
Dear Local and State Legislators, I’ll cut to the chase. The statute surrounding speed cameras in New Jersey must be amended. I know the topic of of speed cameras has been brought up here on the scoop several years ago…. Continue Reading →