Brick|News|
Sign Up Now For Brick's South Side Town-Wide Yard Sale
The township-wide yard sale for the southern part of Brick is coming up. You can sign up now to participate.
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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Toms River, NJ|News|
Cell Phone Ban In Toms River Schools: See The Rules And Penalties
The Toms River Regional school board policy for 2026-27 applies to all internet-enabled devices that are not provided by the district.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Manchester, NJ|News|
Man Hit By Car On Route 530 Dies, Manchester Police Say
The man was hit by a car when he stepped into Route 530 after dark earlier in August, Manchester police said.
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Brick|News|
Beach Driving Permits Available Soon In Brick
Brick Township residents will have the first access to the permits. See what you need to receive one.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Across New Jersey, NJ|News|
Hundreds More Job Cuts In NJ As Federal Figures Show Large Job Loss
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics said NJ lost more than 25,000 positions in July, but state officials say the number may be overstated.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Baltimore, MD|News|
Police-Involved Shooting Under Investigation In Baltimore
The shooting happened in the area of the Lexington Market, according to a report.
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Ocean City, NJ|News|
2 Killed In Route 50 Crash In Atlantic County
The crash is under investigation by the New Jersey Attorney General's Office, which probes fatal incidents involving law enforcement.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Mendham-Chester, NJ|News|
Earthquake Shakes Morris County Saturday
The 1.1-magnitude quake happened in the late afternoon, federal officials said.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Manasquan-Belmar, NJ|News|
Syringes Wash Up, Close Beach To Swimming At Jersey Shore
The beach has been closed to swimming until authorities re-evaluate the situation and decide it's safe, officials said.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Point Pleasant, NJ|News|
Point Pleasant Man Seriously Injured In I-195 Crash, Police Say
The man's Jeep SUV ran off the road shortly after 6 a.m., New Jersey State Police said.
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West Deptford, NJ|News|
Man Killed, 2 Injured In Route 55 Crash In South Jersey, Police Say
The man was killed when a Tesla hit the SUV he was driving, New Jersey State Police said.
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Springfield, PA|News|
Springfield Man Killed, 2 Injured In South Jersey Crash, Police Say
The Springfield man was killed when a Tesla hit the SUV he was driving, New Jersey State Police said.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Across New Jersey, NJ|News|
Beaches Closing To Swimming In NJ As Lifeguards Head Off To College
As the summer winds down and the school year nears, towns are being forced to curb swimming at some beaches because of staffing issues.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Howell, NJ|News|
Metal Water Bottle Ban Rolled Back In Howell Schools
After parents and guardians complained and petitioned the PreK-8th grade district, metal water bottles will be allowed, with restrictions.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Barnegat-Manahawkin, NJ|News|
Barnegat Woman Was Drunk In Boat Crash That Killed Son, Police Say
The woman was released to await trial in the death of her son; her husband and surviving son urged a judge to let her go home.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Brick|News|
Dangers Persist On Road Where Brick Teen Was Hit, Killed, Residents Say
With the school year looming, residents say safety improvements on Lanes Mill Road, where Jackson Mueller was killed, need to happen soon.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Toms River, NJ|News|
Toms River Man Fired From Sales Job Defrauded Company's Clients, Police Say
The clients, who didn't know the man had been fired, sent him money believing he was managing their accounts, authorities said.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Lakewood, NJ|News|
Motorcyclist Seriously Injured In Jersey Shore Parkway Crash
The 23-year-old man was thrown from the motorcycle in the crash, New Jersey State Police said.
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Howell, NJ|News|
Milling, Paving Will Close Howell Road
There will be detours in place and limited access while the work is done, Howell police said.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Galloway, NJ|News|
2 Beaches In NJ Under Swim Bans For High Fecal Bacteria
Ten beaches that were under advisories were removed from the list late Wednesday afternoon, according to the NJDEP.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
