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Child Seriously Injured in Electric Scooter Accident in Lakewood [VIEWER DISCRETION ADVISED] The incident comes as New Jersey prepares to implement new regulations on electric bicycles and scooters. Beginning in July, a new state law will require all electric bicycles in New Jersey to be licensed, registered, and insured. READ MORE ⤵️ https://thelakewoodscoop.com/news/child-seriously-injured-in-electric-scooter-accident-in-lakewood-viewer-discretion-advised/

Multiple developments on the west side of Lakewood and East side of Jackson are out of power - apparently due to system overload as a result of the heat.

UPDATE: Statement from OCPO on the fatal accident this morning in Brick.

🎥 BREAKING UPDATE: Crews are battling a fire underneath power lines in Manchester. The fire appears to be the cause of the power outage affecting over 5,000 in Lakewood and Jackson. JCP&L says the ETA for restoration is 9:30 PM.

📸 One of the multiple traffic lights out due to the power outage

📸 Another one of the multiple traffic lights out due to the power outage. Power is expected to be restored by 9:30 PM, according to JCP&L Click here to join the official TLS Community: https://chat.whatsapp.com/L1sgPMK9Omi9UBSIADD57u ~

VIDEO COLLAGE: The scene of the fire in Manchester that reportedly caused the power outage in Lakewood and Jackson. The fire has been brought under control. Power is expected to be restored by 9:30 PM. https://thelakewoodscoop.com/news/developing-over-5000-without-power-in-lakewood-and-jackson-as-crews-battle-fire-near-power-lines-video/

PHOTOS: Ocean County Activates New Coordinated Traffic Signals Along Cedar Swamp Road Corridor in Jackson Ocean County officials today announced the activation of two new coordinated traffic signals along the Cedar Swamp Road corridor in Jackson Township, marking an important infrastructure improvement designed to enhance traffic flow and roadway safety for residents and commuters throughout the area. READ MORE ⤵️ https://thelakewoodscoop.com/news/photos-ocean-county-activates-new-coordinated-traffic-signals-along-cedar-swamp-road-corridor-in-jackson/

Bachurim at Yeshiva Nefesh HaChaim in Lakewood seen learning during the power outage tonight.

Chaveirim of Central Jersey volunteers seen directing traffic outside Lakewood's Westgate neighborhood as widespread power outages persist in the area. Nearly 2,000 customers remain without electricity, and JCP&L says they expect to restore power by midnight.

📸: Check out this massive turtle - approximately 3 feet long - spotted on North Lake Drive in Lakewood (Ty: MW)

📸 WOW! This unedited (non-AI) picture was taken approximately 8:00 PM yesterday evening in Lakewood - two nights before Kabolas Hatorah. Can you spot it? Click here to join the official TLS Community: https://chat.whatsapp.com/L1sgPMK9Omi9UBSIADD57u ~

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Ocean County Voters Have Multiple Ways to Cast Ballots in June 2 Primary Ocean County voters have several options when it comes to casting their ballot for the June 2 Primary Election. READ MORE ⤵️ https://thelakewoodscoop.com/news/ocean-county-voters-have-multiple-ways-to-cast-ballots-in-june-2-primary/

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📸: Continuing Yanky Meyer ZT”L’s legacy, Misaskim of Central Jersey today is delivering beautiful Yom Tov packages - containing flowers, cheese babkas and a gift to over 100 Almanos in the Lakewood area. (To grab the Zechus of sponsoring a package and bringing joy to an Almanah for $180, click here: https://secure.cardknox.com/misaskimofcentraljersey)* *Mi K’Amcha Yisroel.

PHOTOS: Driver Extricated After Vehicle Slams Into Tree, Overturns In Manchester Emergency crews responded to a serious single-vehicle crash in Manchester Township this week after a vehicle struck a tree and overturned along Route 539. READ MORE ⤵️ https://thelakewoodscoop.com/news/photos-driver-extricated-after-vehicle-slams-into-tree-overturns-in-manchester/

New Census Data Shows Lakewood Internet Subscription Rate Far Below State Average According to the latest Census data obtained by TLS, approximately 70% of households in Lakewood reported having an internet subscription, compared with roughly 93% of households statewide. READ MORE ⤵️ https://thelakewoodscoop.com/news/new-census-data-shows-lakewood-internet-subscription-rate-far-below-state-average/

📸 This now-famous picture of Rabbi Abadi Z”L, which was taken by a TLS photographer, was made into a painting by local artist Mrs. Tzippy Braude. Copies are available for purchase, with partial proceeds to Minyan Shelanu. For more information you can WhatsApp here: wa.link/pzndlh* *Or text: 7327490564

Dashcam Video: Do These Buses Have Different Road Laws? https://thelakewoodscoop.com/news/dashcam-video-do-these-buses-have-different-road-laws/

Opinion: Howell Needs Thoughtful Planning, Not Fear-Driven Ordinances In every community, elected officials have an obligation to balance neighborhood concerns with fairness, practicality, and the long-term realities facing modern families. That is why <a href="https://thelakewoodscoop.com/news/just-in-howell-council-cancels-meeting-amid-massive-crowd-over-controversial-ordinances/" target="blank" READ MORE ⤵️ https://thelakewoodscoop.com/news/opinion-howell-needs-thoughtful-planning-not-fear-driven-ordinances/

PHOTOS: NJ Human Services Officials Tour CHEMED, Discuss Integrated Healthcare and Community Services Officials from the New Jersey Department of Human Services recently toured CHEMED to learn more about the organization’s integrated approach to healthcare and community support services. READ MORE ⤵️ https://thelakewoodscoop.com/news/nj-human-services-officials-tour-chemed-discuss-integrated-healthcare-and-community-services/

Woman Arrested Following Package Theft Investigation in Lakewood The investigation was conducted by members of the Lakewood Police Department Patrol Division. READ MORE ⤵️ https://thelakewoodscoop.com/news/woman-arrested-following-package-theft-investigation-in-lakewood/

📸 Live wires down at the intersection of New Egypt and Old Whitesville in Lakewood. The storm warning is in effect until 9:00 PM.

PHOTOS: Lakewood Community Coalition Hosts Meeting Focused on Public Safety, Community Outreach, and Unity Community leaders, law enforcement officials, clergy members, and public safety representatives gathered Tuesday evening for the latest meeting of the Lakewood Community Coalition, held in Lakewood. READ MORE ⤵️ https://thelakewoodscoop.com/news/photos-lakewood-community-coalition-hosts-meeting-focused-on-public-safety-community-outreach-and-unity/

Branch in wires now on fire Click here to join the official TLS Community: https://chat.whatsapp.com/L1sgPMK9Omi9UBSIADD57u ~

Letter: A Cry Before Kabbalas HaTorah: What About Our Girls? To my dearest friends and families, READ MORE ⤵️ https://thelakewoodscoop.com/news/letter-a-cry-before-kabbalas-hatorah-what-about-our-girls/

Power outage affecting many in Jackson and Howell. JCP&L says power expected to be restored by 11:30 PM tonight.

VIDEO: Rabbi Yitzchok Hisiger Addresses Minyan Shelanu Full Video: https://thelakewoodscoop.com/news/video-rabbi-yitzchok-hisiger-addresses-minyan-shelanu/*

Your Shul’s Shavuos decorations! Send in pics of YOUR Shul to have them posted. Click here to join the official TLS Community: https://chat.whatsapp.com/L1sgPMK9Omi9UBSIADD57u ~

Dashcam Video: This is How Scooterists Are Seriously Injured Reader-submitted dashcam video captured a frightening scene of what appears to be a Bachur weaving in and out of traffic on an electric scooter. READ MORE ⤵️ https://thelakewoodscoop.com/news/dashcam-video-this-is-how-scooterists-are-seriously-injured/

JUST IN: Board Takes Over Lakewood’s Bnos Penina School, Announces New Leadership The new Board of Bnos Penina tells TLS that it has assumed responsibility for the school amid what it described as significant financial and operational challenges that raised concerns about the institution’s future. READ MORE ⤵️ https://thelakewoodscoop.com/news/just-in-board-takes-over-lakewoods-bnos-penina-school-announces-new-leadership/

JUST IN: Police have temporarily closed entry to Trader Joe’s in Brick due to overcrowding as hundreds of shoppers arrive to purchase flowers for Shavuos. Customers will be allowed back in as the store begins to clear out.

📸: Moments ago on Rt. 70 in Manchester. No serious injuries being reported.

CRACKING DOWN: Lakewood Police Make 32 DWI Arrests Since April 1st, Warn Drivers Ahead of Memorial Day Weekend The Lakewood Police Department has made 37 Driving While Intoxicated (DWI) arrests since April 1, TLS has learned, as officials warn motorists to avoid impaired driving heading into Memorial Day Weekend and the unofficial start of summer. According to Capt. LeRoy Marshall of the Lakewood Police Department, the arrests were made throughout Lakewood READ MORE ⤵️ https://thelakewoodscoop.com/news/cracking-down-lakewood-police-make-32-dwi-arrests-since-april-1st-warn-drivers-ahead-of-memorial-day-weekend/

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TLS Wishes You a Gut Yom Tov/Chag Same’ach! Note: We will not be updating any of our platforms from sundown this evening until after sundown on 5/23. READ MORE ⤵️ https://thelakewoodscoop.com/news/tls-wishes-you-a-gut-yom-tov-chag-sameach/

Adirei Hatorah Update

Lakewood Zmanim and weather: Hadlokas Neiros: 7:53 Shkiah: 8:11 First Day: High of 61 Shabbos: High of 55, rain ERUV TAVSHILIN

Port Authority Approves $75 Million In Upgrades for Newark Airport’s Aging Terminal B [PHOTOS] The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey has approved the first phase of a $200 million modernization program for Terminal B at Newark Liberty International Airport, authorizing an initial $75 million investment aimed at improving passenger experience at the aging facility while long-term redevelopment plans continue. READ MORE ⤵️ https://thelakewoodscoop.com/news/port-authority-approves-75-million-in-upgrades-for-newark-airports-aging-terminal-b-photos/

📸 The LPD today took delivery of several new vehicles, some for the SRO division

📸: Just past exit 13 on the Turnpike northbound.

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Ocean County Resident Avoids Losing Nearly $10K in Warrant Scam Thanks to Alert Bank Employees An Ocean County resident narrowly avoided losing nearly $10,000 this morning after scammers falsely claimed she had an outstanding warrant that could only be cleared with a cash payment. READ MORE ⤵️ https://thelakewoodscoop.com/news/ocean-county-resident-avoids-losing-nearly-10k-in-warrant-scam-thanks-to-alert-bank-employees/

📸: A Hatzolah ambulance transporting a patient today got a flat tire. A Chaveirim CJ member nearby managed to quickly plug the flat and got the ambulance on its way. (The photo was taken by a non-Yid)

Petirah of Reb Yisroel Chaim Pichey Z”L, Son-in-law of Mike Tress ZT”L We regret to inform you of the Petirah of Reb Yisroel Chaim Pichey Z”L. He was 91 years old. READ MORE ⤵️ https://thelakewoodscoop.com/news/petirah-of-reb-yisroel-chaim-pichey-zl/

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Toms River Reinstates Summer Curfew for Juveniles The Toms River Township Office of Emergency Management has officially declared a local emergency and reinstated a summer curfew for juveniles on the barrier island sections of the township, citing concerns over potential disorderly behavior and large “pop-up” gatherings during the upcoming summer season. READ MORE ⤵️ https://thelakewoodscoop.com/news/toms-river-reinstates-summer-curfew-for-juveniles/

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PHOTOS: Renewal Given Seat at Global Transplant Summit as Leaders Tackle Life-and-Death Decisions in Venice by Menachem Friedman. Two weeks ago, I sat in a room where people decide who gets another chance at life. READ MORE ⤵️ https://thelakewoodscoop.com/news/photos-renewal-given-seat-at-global-transplant-summit-as-leaders-tackle-life-and-death-decisions-in-venice/

🎥 Chaveirim and LFD clearing a downed tree in Lakewood this morning.

RSVP Here to Join Shloshim Siyum and Seudah in Lakewood in Honor of Rav Chaim Abadi Z”L RSVP here. READ MORE ⤵️ https://thelakewoodscoop.com/news/rsvp-here-to-join-shloshim-siyum-and-seudah-in-lakewood-in-honor-of-rav-chaim-abadi-zl/

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Three Children Die in Hot Cars Within One Week as Safety Advocates Warn of Rising Summer Dangers; List Ideas and Products You Find Work Best TLS readers are encouraged to share ideas, habits, products, or technology they have personally found effective in helping prevent children from being left in vehicles. Community awareness and shared safety practices may help save lives. READ MORE ⤵️ https://thelakewoodscoop.com/news/three-children-die-in-hot-cars-within-one-week-as-safety-advocates-warn-of-rising-summer-dangers-list-ideas-and-products-you-find-work-best/

Updated schedule - parade cancelled due to inclement weather.

Yaakov Shwekey Drops New ‘Happiness’ EP Packed With Summer Energy and Powerful Messages Yaakov Shwekey returns with an all-new English EP, Happiness, featuring four original songs that blend uplifting summer energy with powerful messages of gratitude, Jewish pride, and joy. Produced by Yaakov Shwekey and Yitzy Waldner, the project delivers a fresh, contemporary sound while staying deeply rooted in emotion and meaning. READ MORE ⤵️ https://thelakewoodscoop.com/news/yaakov-shwekey-drops-new-happiness-ep-packed-with-summer-energy-and-powerful-messages/

Monday: Memorial Day Shiurim - Livestream You can watch it live here: http://torahanytime.com/agradpirka READ MORE ⤵️ https://thelakewoodscoop.com/news/monday-memorial-day-shiurim-livestream/

PHOTOS: Sanz-Klausenberg Rebbe Visits Construction Site of New Sanz-Klausenberg Talmud Torah Building in Lakewood <img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-436702" src="https://thelakewoodscoop.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/IMG_4319-W-500x333.jpeg" alt="" width="500" height="333" READ MORE ⤵️ https://thelakewoodscoop.com/news/photos-sanz-klausenberg-rebbe-visits-construction-site-of-new-sanz-klausenberg-talmud-torah-building-in-lakewood/

Lakewood Mayor Ray Coles Responds to Your ‘Ask The Mayor’ Questions: Traffic Flow Suggestions, New Rt. 9 Traffic Pattern 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. READ MORE ⤵️ https://thelakewoodscoop.com/news/lakewood-mayor-ray-coles-responds-to-your-ask-the-mayor-questions-traffic-flow-suggestions-new-rt-9-traffic-pattern/

UPDATE: Adirei Hatorah staff tells TLS the tickets sales for the satalite location (Cure Arena) will go live at 6:00PM. AdireiHaTorah.com/tickets*

Why Can't They Just Get Over It? | Yaacov Weiss, LCSW He sat across from me with the same sharp humor and quick wit I had come to expect from him. He is the kind of person who walks into a room and instantly commands it. Intelligent. Charismatic. Funny. The type of person people naturally gravitate toward. READ MORE ⤵️ https://thelakewoodscoop.com/news/why-cant-they-just-get-over-it-yaacov-weiss-lcsw/

🎥 Hachnosas Sefer Torah today to Rabbi Pollack’s Shul in Toms River

Hachnosas Sefer Torah in Skulen Lakewood

Bikur Cholim and RWJBarnabas Hosting Blood & Platelet Drive in Lakewood <img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-436716" src="https://thelakewoodscoop.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/IMG_4396-W-500x262.png" alt="" width="500" height="262" READ MORE ⤵️ https://thelakewoodscoop.com/news/bikur-cholim-and-rwjbarnabas-hosting-blood-platelet-drive-in-lakewood/

At the groundbreaking event this afternoon for the Medina Road Shul expansion project in Lakewood.

Today: Memorial Day; Outdoor Parades Cancelled All Township and other county and federal government offices will be closed today in observance of Memorial Day. READ MORE ⤵️ https://thelakewoodscoop.com/news/today-memorial-day-outdoor-parades-cancelled/

TLS: Our ‘Click-it & Lick It’ Program is Back for its 14th Season! The Lakewood Scoop’s famous ‘Click-it & Lick It’ program is back for the 14th year! READ MORE ⤵️ https://thelakewoodscoop.com/news/tls-our-click-it-lick-it-program-is-back-for-its-14th-season/

Submitted: “On the I-195, everyone walked out with no scratches! B”H. Family with baby on board. Wear a seatbelt, It saves lives!”

At the Hashkafa in the Workplace event going on now.

PHOTOS: Jackson Memorial Day Parade <img loading="lazy" decoding="async" class="aligncenter size-large wp-image-436735" src="https://thelakewoodscoop.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/IMG_4561-W-500x375.jpeg" alt="" width="500" height="375" READ MORE ⤵️ https://thelakewoodscoop.com/news/photos-jackson-memorial-day-parade/

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An Open Letter Regarding a Reminder to Avoid Forgetting a Child in the Car 3-part solution for kids being forgotten in the car. READ MORE ⤵️ https://thelakewoodscoop.com/news/an-open-letter-regarding-a-reminder-to-avoid-forgetting-a-child-in-the-car/

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BREAKING: Over 500 Lakewood Children to Lose Busing Due to New Age Restrictions The Lakewood Student Transportation Authority (LSTA) has notified hundreds of local families of a major change to transportation eligibility for the upcoming 2026-2027 school year following new guidelines implemented by the Lakewood Township Board of Education under the State Monitor. READ MORE ⤵️ https://thelakewoodscoop.com/news/breaking-over-500-lakewood-children-to-lose-busing-due-to-new-age-restrictions/

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📸: Seen in the Lowe’s Howell parking lot in honor of Memorial Day 🫡

“Mom… I Can Breathe Here”: New Dead Sea Center Aims to Help Children Breathe Easier [COMMUNICATED] “Mom… I Can Breathe Here” READ MORE ⤵️ https://thelakewoodscoop.com/news/mom-i-can-breathe-here-new-dead-sea-center-aims-to-help-children-breathe-easier/

Jackson GOP Club To Host U.S. Senate Candidate Richard Tabor The Jackson GOP Club will host U.S. Senate candidate Richard Tabor at its upcoming monthly meeting as local Republicans continue organizing ahead of the upcoming election season, the club told TLS. READ MORE ⤵️ https://thelakewoodscoop.com/news/jackson-gop-club-to-host-u-s-senate-candidate-richard-tabor/

Hatzolah CJ captains visit the new Misameach Family Center.

TLS 🎥: Chopper landing at the scene to airlift one of the patients from the boat accident. https://thelakewoodscoop.com/news/breaking-multiple-injuries-reported-in-boat-accident-on-lbi-ocean-county/

Letter: The Hidden Struggle of Young Couples in Lakewood As a yungerman who grew up in Lakewood, I write this with a heavy heart. READ MORE ⤵️ https://thelakewoodscoop.com/news/the-hidden-struggle-of-young-couples-in-lakewood/

WATCH: Once again , American Orthodoxy Had a Seat at the Table. Thank you to all of you who voted for Eretz Hakodesh

A pedestrian is being transported to the hospital after being struck by a vehicle on Monmouth Avenue in Lakewood.

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Pedestrian Struck by Vehicle in Lakewood, Seriously Injured https://thelakewoodscoop.com/news/pedestrian-struck-by-vehicle-in-lakewood-seriously-injured-photos-2/

At the Hachtara tonight of Harav Yaakov Mehl Shlit'a, new Rav of the Majestic Woods Kehilla in Jackson.