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Morning Toms River! We've got the scoop on the latest happenings in town. Read on to get looped in. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Popular Toms River party store slashes prices after losing its lease
  • Why four Toms River council members just stopped getting paid
  • How two township workers saved a child's first day of school

Also on today's calendar: Broadway Name that Tune Teatime Bingo and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: Where do math teachers go on vacation? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Saturday: Mostly sunny and less humid, with a high of 82 and low of 64 degrees.
  • Sunday: Clouds and sun; not as warm, temps: high: 74, low: 59.
  • Monday: Mostly sunny and nice, with a high of 79 and low of 59 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Party Store Clearing Its Shelves After Losing Lease In Toms River (patch.com) — Toms River shoppers are seeing big discounts as Party Fair in the Crossroads Center holds a liquidation sale after losing its lease, with some items marked down as much as 60 percent. The family-owned party supply and costume store has not announced a closing date yet and is actively searching for a new Toms River location, promising updates via social media and email.
   

• N.J. mayor cut off his own council members' pay. 'I feel like we're being bullied.' (nj.com subscription) — Toms River residents should know that four Township Council members have had their pay suspended after Mayor Dan Rodrick's administration ruled they failed to complete a required local government training course. The council members insist they satisfied the mandate through a Kean University class, escalating an internal power struggle that could affect how your elected officials are trained, paid, and able to serve.
   

• Toms River Employees Help 6-Year-Old Reach First Day at School During Mother's Medical Emergency (shorenewsnetwork.com) — Two Toms River Township employees are being praised after stepping in to help a 6-year-old safely reach East Dover Elementary when his mother suffered a medical episode on their walk. The workers calmed the child, guided him across Vaughn Avenue, and ensured he arrived on time, drawing public thanks from the mayor and school principal for their quick, compassionate response.
   

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What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Fred Lehotay and the Ragtimers to Swing into the Ocean County Library's LBI Branch —Dan Fitzgerald Read on Patch
  • Learn All About Service Dogs with Canine Companions at the Brick Library —Dan Fitzgerald Read on Patch
  • Experience the Joy of Knitting and Crocheting with the Waretown Woolies —Dan Fitzgerald Read on Patch
  • Learn Disaster Preparedness for Seniors and Individuals with Disabilities at the Ocean County Library —Dan Fitzgerald Read on Patch
  • Alborada Spanish Dance Company to Perform at the Jackson Library —Dan Fitzgerald Read on Patch
  • Ok so I have a stupid question.
    WHAT are we supposed to do with cardboard boxes and plastic delivery bags when recycle don't want them nor garbage!!!! (Nextdoor Holiday City Berkley)
  • Walmart posted a job opening for Cart Attendant in Toms River. Apply here.
  • PRISM Vision Group posted a job opening for Medical Receptionist in Toms River. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Toms River here.

🗞 Nearby News

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  • Toddler Falls From Sky Ride On Jersey Shore Boardwalk (iheart.com)
  • Jersey Shore Beach Report: Farewell, Summer 2026 (patch.com)

Brick

  • Brick Memorial Pulls Away Early to Defeat Barnegat, 8-2 in Girls Soccer Contest (tapinto.net)
  • Brick police add three hometown recruits as new officers head to academy (shorenewsnetwork.com)
  • 375 Apartments Rise at Moorestown Mall as Harkins Builders Eyes New Jersey Expansion (jerseydigs.com)

Ok Toms River! 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: Times Square (Thank you Jean K. for sending it in!)
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