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In Case You Missed It: Week In Review
Toms River's municipal budget passes, Route 35 reconstruction kicks off

In case you missed them, below are some of the top stories from Toms River and its surrounding areas this week:
Average Tax Payment Down in Toms River's 2013 Municipal Budget
Despite Superstorm Sandy's impact, many Toms River property owners should expect to pay less in taxes under the township's 2013 budget.Official Charged in Gambling Ring Suspended Without Pay from Public Works Post
The Toms River Public Works official implicated in a $1 million-per-week gambling operation has now been suspended without pay from his township position.Christie Kicks off Route 35 Reconstruction in Ocean County
Gov. Chris Christie kicked off the reconstruction of a 12 mile-long stretch of Route 35 in Ocean County Tuesday afternoon, also announcing that the federal government would foot 80 percent of the $260 million project's cost.Ritacco's Seaside Park Home Up for Sale
The three-floor, five bedroom house on an oceanside block in Seaside Park includes nine-foot tall ceilings, a gourmet kitchen, a 12-seat marble top bar with leather stools and a wrap-around deck.Environmental Practices Earn Bey Lea Golf Course Barnegat Bay-Friendly Certification
Bey Lea Golf Course celebrated a “monumental day” last week, becoming the first facility to meet the standards needed to be recognized as a Barnegat Bay-Friendly Golf Course.Get more local news delivered straight to your inbox. Sign up for free Patch newsletters and alerts.