Month September 2024
Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin today announced a slate of recommended reforms to be implemented by the New Jersey State Police (NJSP) following the completion of two separate investigations into the NJSP. Attorney General Platkin has directed that all of… Continue Reading →
Rochel Frid, the wife of Rav Dovid Frid, is doing all she can to save her husband’s life! She has been a tireless advocate and caregiver for her husband, who has been battling ALS for over thirteen years. Rochel has been… Continue Reading →
Authorities are looking for a driver who struck a and critically injured a pedestrian in Toms River, and fled the scene. Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer and Toms River Police Department Officer in Charge Peter Sundack announced that on… Continue Reading →
New Jersey Assemblyman Avi Schnall (D-30) has joined as a primary sponsor of A-4399, critical legislation that targets the rising issue of home invasion and residential burglary across the state. The bill, which establishes severe penalties for these crimes, aims… Continue Reading →
In response to several Shidduch-related articles published on TLS, some readers (possibly Shadchanim?) suggested that Shadchanim are not being paid enough for their work, resulting in less Shidduchim being made. Do you feel Shadchanim should be paid by the hour… Continue Reading →
Watch as a two-vehicle accident on New Hampshire Avenue in Lakewood today left one vehicle on its roof. The accident happened around 1:30 PM on Monday. Motorists and nearby businessmen (including Szmidty – of Got Hit Call Szmidt) can be… Continue Reading →
The following is an ‘Ask The Chief’ question submitted to TLS, and the Chief’s response. Email your questions for the Chief to AskTheChief@thelakewoodscoop.com. Question: Hello Chief. Thank you for all you do for our town! I am hoping that you… Continue Reading →
Iran’s new president accused Israel on Monday of seeking a wider war in the Middle East and laying “traps” to lead his country into a broader conflict. Masoud Pezeshkian told about two dozen media representatives that Iran doesn’t want to… Continue Reading →
A frum teenage girl is being hailed as a hero after saving the lives of three college students following a car accident near Ateres Elka in Baltimore on Motzei Shabbos. The incident occurred when the girl, who was driving in… Continue Reading →
In a major milestone for its rapidly expanding kehillah, Khal Hampshire Hills received final approval for the construction of their new bais medrash at Monday night’s meeting of the Jackson Township Planning Board. As the community has grown, so has… Continue Reading →
A Lechaim was held last night in honor of Rav Shragi Malinowitz becoming the Rav at KOB (Khal Over the Bridge) Shul in Jackson Hampshire Hills neighborhood. The Shul opened approximately two years ago. Also in attendance, were Rav Yoel… Continue Reading →
Attention Business owners! Mark your calendars for an exclusive VIP JBIZ Launch event scheduled for **October 1, 2024, from 6 PM to 8 PM**. This grand event will be held at the historic Georgian Court University Mansion, located at 900… Continue Reading →
The decision he had to make on Simchas Torah PLUS! Deadline TONIGHT for FREE CASH!Early Simchas Torah morning, as alerts from down south began coming into United Hatzalah, Eli Beer convened an emergency meeting. His initial instinct was to send… Continue Reading →
Yesterday, volunteers from the American Red Cross, the Lakewood Fire Department, and the Lakewood Police Department joined forces in the Pine Acres neighborhood to enhance community safety through fire education and prevention. This collaborative effort saw volunteers going door-to-door, teaching… Continue Reading →
The New Jersey Assembly Health Committee approved a bill today which, if enacted, would impose penalties on health care workers who “disseminate misinformation.” According to the bill, medical oversight boards that oversee health care practitioners to impose penalties and fines… Continue Reading →
An accident on New Hampshire Avenue in Lakewood this afternoon left one vehicle on its roof. The two-vehicle accident happened around 1:30 PM between Pine Street and Cedarbridge Avenue. No serious injuries were reported.
As first reported by TLS earlier this year, American Roshei Yeshivah are beginning to send Bachurim to Eretz Yisroel earlier in an effort to help bridge the Shidduch gap and bring about more Shidduchim. As extensively reported on TLS, there… Continue Reading →
Philanthropist Dr. Rich Roberts, of Lakewood, is currently in Israel, and today he visited 20 injured soldiers and war victims. Dr. Roberts shared with TLS his experience, stating how as a medical doctor he was able to talk about their… Continue Reading →
Parents of young teens should take note of the following incident. Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer announced that on September 20, Spencer Caudle, 36, of Prairieville, Louisiana, was sentenced by the Honorable Kimarie Rahill, J.S.C., to seven years New… Continue Reading →
SCHWAI (SuperCHarge With AI), a Lakewood-based consulting firm specializing in AI implementation, today announced its official launch. The company is committed to helping small and midsize businesses navigate the complexities of AI integration and unlock its full potential for enhanced… Continue Reading →