Congratulations Graduates
Surrounded by family and friends and leaders in law enforcement, the 35 members of the Ocean County Police Academy’s 52nd SLEO II Recruit Class were recognized during a graduation ceremony at Georgian Court University, Lakewood, on May 10.
Ocean County Pays Tribute to its Fallen Brothers
Hundreds of police officers on bicycles along with dozens of support vehicles made their way into downtown Toms River today (May 9) as part of the annual Police Unity Tour stopping to pay tribute to two officers from Ocean County that made the ultimate sacrifice.
Celebrating Arbor Day
Joined with students and members of the community, the Ocean County Commissioners, the Ocean County Shade Tree Commission and the Ocean County Department of Parks and Recreation celebrated Arbor Day at Cloverdale Farm County Park in Barnegat Township by planting 41 White Cedars along the Cranberry bogs and an Eastern Redbud in the park.
Put Me In Coach
In an effort to promote recycling throughout Ocean County and during the summer tourism season, Ocean County Commissioner Barbara Jo Crea, liaison to Ocean County’s recycling program, visited the BlueClaws stadium in Lakewood to video tape a public service announcement on the importance of recycling at the ball park and at home.
A Celebration of Arts and Heritage
The Ocean County Cultural and Heritage Commission, in conjunction with Ocean County College, presented the 12th annual Salute to Ocean County: A Celebration of Arts and Heritage at the College on April 13. The event honored Ocean County’s outstanding cultural organizations, and recognized exceptional local artists, historians, preservationists, educators and government leaders.