John Bergmann News Today

One of a New Jersey animal refuge's longtime residents has passed away, leaving a hole in the hearts of volunteers and visitors.

Simba, a lion at the Popcorn Park Animal Refuge, has died after 10 years at the park, the zoo said Monday on Facebook.

Simba, an African lion who stayed with Popcorn Park Animal Refuge in Forked River for 10 years, has died.

Think finding an alligator in Monmouth County is rare? Think again. The Monmouth SPCA has dealt with 3 since 2015. Popcorn Park Zoo gets calls yearly.

Neighbors thought the owners of the home were running a puppy mill from their single story home.

Take a daytrip to these New Jersey zoos to learn about wildlife, help sea turtles and other endangered animals.

Take a daytrip to these New Jersey zoos to learn about wildlife, help sea turtles and other endangered animals.

As you prepare your list of things to do this summer with the family, with the kids, with friends or a date, make sure you mark down a visit or two at the Popcorn Park Zoo and Animal Refuge located in the Forked River section of Lacey Township.

Every Sunday from 6-8 am on 94.3 The Point and 105.7 The Hawk on 'Shore Time with Vin and Dave', Dave Crossan and I speak with great guests and have some fun in waking you up and getting your day started.

Every Sunday from 6-8 am on 94.3 The Point and 105.7 The Hawk on 'Shore Time with Vin and Dave', Dave Crossan and I speak with great guests and have some fun in waking you up and getting your day started.