Marlboro

Monmouth County is observing Fire Prevention Month with a campaign focused on lithium-ion battery safety, encouraging residents to follow safe charging practices and prevent fires.

A vehicle crashed into an Englishtown McDonald's Monday morning, embedding into the building near the curbside pickup area. No injuries were reported, but the restaurant closed for the day.

An 80-year-old Manchester Township man died after a crash on Route 79 in Marlboro. Investigators say his vehicle crossed into oncoming traffic and struck a pickup truck.

Monmouth County recognized seven new businesses through its Open for Business initiative, highlighting recent openings in Marlboro, Bradley Beach, Hazlet, Asbury Park and Keyport.

FirstEnergy is replacing 1970s-era equipment and upgrading 10 miles of lines across northern Monmouth County, aiming to cut outages and improve reliability for 25,000 customers by spring.

Christopher Johnson admitted to possessing cocaine, heroin, and fentanyl with intent to distribute. He faces a 10-year prison sentence after a coordinated narcotics investigation in Marlboro.