Toms River, NJ|News|
2 Killed, 1 Seriously Hurt In Parkway Crash In Toms River
Two vehicles hit a tractor-trailer that was stopped behind a disabled vehicle on the Parkway.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
- Brick, NJ
My email is karen.wall@patch.com and I welcome your questions, concerns and news tips. I do my best to answer all reader emails. I cover Brick, Toms River, Manchester, Point Pleasant, Point Pleasant Beach, and Lakewood and do my best to keep readers informed on what's happening in their towns. I have been with Patch full-time since July 2014 but have more than 35 years in journalism, including 20 years at the Asbury Park Press. I love sports and fishing (and yes, I bait my own hook); I was the editor of Hook, Line & Sinker for four years. I have lived at the Jersey Shore since August 1979, with the exception of my college years and an 18-month stint in Northern California. I'm a Brick Township High School graduate and have a bachelor's degree in journalism from Michigan State University.
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Manchester, NJ|News|
NJ's 4th District Congressional Race: Smith Vs. Peace
Republican Chris Smith is seeking his 24th term serving Ocean County residents. Democrat Rachel Peace is hoping to unseat him.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Toms River, NJ|News|
Man Cleared Of Accusations He Burned Girlfriend, Left Her To Die In Ocean County Woods
An Eatontown woman has been charged with making false incriminations, the Ocean County Prosecutor's Office said.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Toms River, NJ|News|
Early Voting Opens In Ocean County: See Where To Cast Ballots
If you want to vote on a machine and are looking to cast your ballot early, here are the sites with voting machines.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Howell, NJ|News|
New Scam Targeting Howell Residents, Police Warn
Howell police are warning residents about the scam after an increasing number of reports about the scammers.
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Toms River, NJ|News|
Toms River Man Admits Shooting Driver Who Got Lost At Lakewood Complex
The driver was on his way to Toms River but turned into the West Gate shopping complex in Lakewood; the Toms River man shot him there.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Manchester, NJ|News|
Manchester Police Add Snake Handler To Job Skills
With timber rattlesnakes native to much of Manchester Township, the police department has had several officers trained to handle them.
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Brick|News|
Pine Belt Test Drives Raise Nearly $9K For Brick High School
Pine Belt owner Rob Sickel, a Brick High School graduate, hosted the Mazda Be Moved Drive event at his alma mater.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Toms River, NJ|News|
Camping Trip Argument Ends With NJ Man Torching Girlfriend, Leaving Her For Dead, Affidavit Says
A man accused of trying to kill his girlfriend and leaving her to die had been abusive to her before, her mother told authorities.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Toms River, NJ|News|
Anonymous Liver Donation Creates Family For Life For Boy, Toms River Teacher
A family with Toms River ties sought a living liver donation for their ill son. The donor turned out to be someone they already knew.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Manchester, NJ|News|
Manchester Wants Residents' Thoughts On Town's Future: Take The Survey
A community visioning survey aims to get residents' comments on what Manchester's Master Plan should look like going forward.
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Brick|News|
Tax Scam Warning Issued In Brick
Brick Township residents are being targeted by scam phone calls, police warn.
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Howell, NJ|News|
Food Drive Aims To Fill Football Field In Howell
The Dermer Dreams’ 100 Yard Food Drive Challenge aims to fill the football field with bags of food donations.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Brick|News|
Roosters Banned In Brick Over Noise Complaints
Brick, which has a rich history of poultry and egg farms, has allowed rooster ownership with permits and rules, but that is ending.
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Toms River, NJ|News|
2nd Man Who Shot At Bicyclist In Toms River Sentenced
The man was a juvenile at the time of the shooting in 2024.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Brick|News|
Stockings For Soldiers Collection Underway In Brick
The American Legion is collecting items to be sent to military members serving overseas.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Lakewood, NJ|News|
Man Charged In Vehicle Burglaries In Lakewood
A Seaside Heights man has been charged in a series of burglaries over the summer in Lakewood, according to court records.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Manchester, NJ|News|
Fire Chief Honored By Large Response in Manchester
Brian Flanagan was honored by fire companies from all over Ocean County and NJ, witnesses said; a GoFundMe has been set up for his family.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Toms River, NJ|News|
Route 37 Bridge Closures Coming, NJDOT Says
The state Department of Transportation says the closures are for testing.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Point Pleasant, NJ|News|
Route 35 Bridge Facing Temporary Closing
The bridge between Point Pleasant Beach and Brielle will have closings for testing.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
