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🌱 Patch AM: Snow Removal After Sunday Storm Leaves Brick Residents, Mayor Frustrated

And check out Holiday Fundraiser on the Brick Patch calendar

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What's up Brick! Let's start this morning right by getting caught up on what's going on around town. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Brick reviews snow response after residents decry icy streets and bus stops
  • Which powerful 2025 photos put Brick center stage?
  • How could this hospital move affect Brick’s own medical center?

Also on today's calendar: Holiday Fundraiser and 9 more events.

Find out what's happening in Brickfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

Today's riddle: What did one astronaut stranded on the moon say to another? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

Find out what's happening in Brickfor free with the latest updates from Patch.

  • Friday: Very windy; rain tapering off, with a high of 58 and low of 26 degrees.
  • Saturday: Colder; breezy in the morning, temps: high: 39, low: 35.
  • Sunday: Some sun; windy, not as cold, with a high of 49 and low of 25 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• Snow Removal After Sunday Storm Leaves Brick Residents, Mayor Frustrated (patch.com) — Brick residents are voicing strong frustration over slow and incomplete snow removal after a Sunday storm dropped about 7 inches, leaving some streets icy and bus stops hazardous. Mayor Lisa Crate acknowledged the township’s response fell short and said Brick is reviewing its snow policies, including the late deployment of private contractors, to better handle future storms.
   

• Pictures of the Year 2025 by APP.com photojournalist Peter Ackerman (app.com) — Several standout 2025 photos spotlight Brick, from Brick Memorial’s gritty football win to a homeless man repeatedly forced to move his tent, including a brief stay in town. The gallery ranges across Shore sports, protests, faith events, and quiet nature moments, but Brick residents may especially recognize the local fields, woods, and struggles captured close to home.
   

• Controversial plan to move N.J. hospital clears major hurdle despite continuing concerns (nj.com subscription) — A major state board just backed moving Monmouth Medical Center’s key services to a new Tinton Falls campus, raising questions about how Ocean University Medical Center in Brick may absorb any ripple effects. Officials insist the relocation will improve access, while critics warn of transportation hurdles, health disparities, and added strain on nearby hospitals before the health commissioner’s final decision.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Hosting family or friends for a holiday meal?
    While you’re cooking up a storm, your oven and stovetop will add extra warmth to your home, so turn down the thermostat a few degrees — no one will… (Nextdoor )
  • Kirkland's posted a job opening for Stock Team Member - Kirkland's Home - Part Time in Brick. Apply here.
  • Costco Wholesale Corporation posted a job opening for Bakery Wrapper / Clean Up in Brick. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Brick here.

🗞 Nearby News

Point Pleasant Beach

  • Santa breakfasts, boardwalk fun, concerts and more Shore things to do (northjersey.com)
  • New Point Pleasant chocolate shop is open and making NJ sweeter (nj1015.com)

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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

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