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The month of September is starting with a surge of excitement for New Jersey lottery players. The New Jersey Lottery announced on Facebook that the Powerball jackpot has climbed to an impressive $146,000,000, setting the tone for what could be a very lucky start to the month.

The Toms River High School South Marching Indians are gearing up for a major community event, inviting local businesses, makers, and artisans to take part in their upcoming Vendor & Craft Fair on Saturday, November 7, 2026, from 10 AM to 3 PM. Held at Intermediate South, located at 1675 Pinewald Rd., Beachwood, the fair will feature a lively mix of crafters, vendors, and food trucks, offering a full day of shopping, browsing, and supporting local creators.

Authorities have released new details in the tragic August 28, 2026 crash outside the NPGS grocery store on West County Line Road that left a 9‑month‑old boy dead and his mother and 5‑year‑old sister hospitalized. Investigators say the crash occurred after an unlicensed driver — knowingly permitted to operate the vehicle — struck the family in the parking lot.