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And on the Brick Patch calendar - Breakfast at Tiffany's Buffet Brunch at the Historic Mathis House

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Good morning Brick! We're back again in your inbox, keeping you updated with what's happening in and around town. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • How Brick police say they cracked a $15K tool theft spree.
  • What TeamBirth will change for families delivering at Brick's local hospital.
  • Brick runner's personal-best race boosts Stockton at Osprey Open.

Also on today's calendar: Breakfast at Tiffany's Buffet Brunch at the Historic Mathis House and 10 more events.

And lastly, check out what our neighbors Felita D. and Felita D. posted below!

Today's riddle: What do an island and the letter "t" have in common? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Sunday: Some rain and a thunderstorm, with a high of 74 and low of 64 degrees.
  • Monday: Cloudy, a shower; breezy, temps: high: 71, low: 62.
  • Tuesday: Rain and drizzle possible, with a high of 67 and low of 58 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Brick man accused of targeting work vehicles and stealing $15K in tools (shorenewsnetwork.com) — Brick Township police say a local man is accused of breaking into work vehicles on the north side of town and stealing about $15,000 in tools and equipment, much of which was later recovered through a search warrant. Investigators also linked him to additional vehicle burglaries in Point Pleasant Borough, where more stolen property turned up and separate charges were filed. The suspect remains presumed innocent pending court proceedings.
   

• TeamBirth expands to 33 NJ hospitals (njbiz.com) — Expectant parents in Brick will soon see TeamBirth rolled out at Hackensack Meridian Health's Ocean University Medical Center, part of a statewide expansion to 33 hospitals. The program uses structured team huddles and shared planning boards to improve communication, autonomy, and safety during childbirth, with especially strong reported benefits for Black and Medicaid-covered patients. Clinicians also report better teamwork and birth experiences.
   

• Stockton places fourth at Osprey Open meet (pressofatlanticcity.com) — A Brick Township runner, Owen Bergen, helped Stockton University to a strong fourth-place team finish at the Osprey Open cross-country meet in Galloway with a personal-best time over eight kilometers. He placed 27th in a field of 151 runners, contributing valuable points alongside several top-40 teammates. The squad now gets a short break before racing again in early October.
   

📣 Brick Shout Outs!

  • ❤️ Brick Farmers Market vendors and Brick parks dept for keeping Windward Beach so beautiful and clean after all events. I moved here 2023 and l love living here! —Felita D. Like
  • ❤️ Patricia and Stef @thesalonnj my manager and salon owner 355 brick blvd. I moved here 2023 and love doing hair and these successful brick stylists have help me start over at the salon with support. —Felita D. Like

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • The LWV Organizes Virtual Forum for the Brick Township Board of Education Thursday, October 1, 2026 —Marianne Kligman Read on Patch
  • Hello everyone !
    Anyone looking for a companion or home care I have some availability and I have awesome references! (Nextdoor Sawmill Rd)
  • Looking for an exterminator to remove an active hornets nest hopefully today.
    It's in a fixture on my driveway. No ladder needed it's on the ground. (Nextdoor Bay Wood II)
  • Chick-fil-A posted a job opening for Back of House Team Member in Brick. Apply here.
  • Five Guys posted a job opening for Team Member in Brick. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Brick here.

🗞 Nearby News

Point Pleasant

  • Man Charged In Multiple Vehicle Burglaries In Point Pleasant (patch.com)
  • Point Pleasant Boro, NJ: Stop & Shop Parking Lot Confrontation Over Handicap Parking Spot (richlandtoday.com)
  • When will NJ's first frost, freeze be this year? First frost date by town (njtoday.com)

Point Pleasant Beach

  • Antrim Holiday Cooks Tour Tickets Go On Sale In Point Pleasant Beach (patch.com)
  • 2014 Audi R8 V10 Plus In Rare Audi Exclusive Jet Blue Metallic (motorious.com)

Toms River

  • 1 Killed As SUV Crashes Into Outdoor Diners At Lavallette Restaurant, Police Say (patch.com)
  • Fugitive ID'd In Fatal Shooting At Wawa In Toms River, Prosecutor Says (patch.com)

Ok Brick! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: They are both in the middle of water. (Thank you Curt K. for sending it in!)
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