Woodbridge|News|
Here's Who Else Is Coming To Cloverleaf Shopping Center In Woodbridge
The new Cloverleaf shopping center, across from IHOP, is expected to become a commerce hub for Woodbridge Township.
Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
- Woodbridge, NJ
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Middletown, NJ|News|
12-Foot Waves Expected At Shore; Monmouth Co. Under Flood Warning Until Saturday
"Significant coastal hazards are expected beginning Wednesday through Friday, August 22, with conditions peaking Thursday."
Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
Matawan-Aberdeen, NJ|News|
2 DWI Checkpoints Will Be In Old Bridge This Week
Both checkpoints will be held on Rt. 35 north near the Old Bridge/Sayreville border. Here are the dates:
Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
Middletown, NJ|News|
Latest Update On Criminal Charges Against Middletown BOE Member Joe Fitzgerald
Joe Fitzgerald was back in Monmouth County criminal court Monday, and here's the latest:
Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
Woodbridge|News|
Woodbridge Police Dept. Invites Public Comment For Accreditation
The public may call 732-602-8633 between 10:00 - 11:00 a.m. Sept. 8 to give feedback on the Woodbridge Police Department.
Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
Matawan-Aberdeen, NJ|News|
Matawan's 2nd Marijuana Dispensary Plans Mid-September Opening
Vigor will be Matawan's second marijuana dispensary, and just announced they plan to open in mid-September.
Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
Middletown, NJ|News|
Better Than Ezra Headlines Bayzara Music Festival In Keansburg Sept. 6,7
The Bayzara Festival is a two-day music, arts and community festival that will be held on the Keansburg beach September 6 and 7 this year.
Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
Woodbridge|News|
Here's Where Woodbridge's 3 High Schools Stand In Latest Rankings
On Tuesday, U.S. News & World Report released their 2025-'26 list of the best high schools in the state:
Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
Middletown, NJ|News|
Here's Where Middletown North/South Stand In U.S. News High School Rankings
U.S. News released their 2025-'26 list of the best high schools in the state. Here's where Middletown North and South rank:
Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
Woodbridge|News|
Old Bridge Man Was High On Marijuana When He Killed Trucker On Rt. 9: Prosecutor
An Old Bridge man was driving high when he tried to pass in the shoulder of Rt. 9, killing a trucker, said the county prosecutor.
Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
Matawan-Aberdeen, NJ|News|
Final Salsa By The Bay This Friday: Free Salsa Dancing In Perth Amboy
The final Salsa by the Bay of the summer 2025 season will be this Friday, Aug. 22 in Bayview Park on the beautiful Perth Amboy waterfront.
Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
Long Branch-Eatontown, NJ|News|
20 People Illegally Living In Long Branch Home When Fire Broke Out; Had To Evacuate From Roof
Some residents were trapped Monday night, and a neighbor put an extension ladder onto the roof to help them escape.
Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
Secaucus, NJ|News|
Secaucus Police Blotter, Aug. 11 - Aug. 17
A Delaware woman was arrested Aug. 12 at the Red Roof Inn for having a stolen license plate.
Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
Matawan-Aberdeen, NJ|News|
Woman Died While Visiting Sayreville Relative's Home, Prosecutor Says
It was a family member who found her unresponsive and called 911 at 9:37 a.m. Monday.
Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
Secaucus, NJ|News|
Hundreds Attend Grand Opening Of Michael J. Gonnelli Community Center
It was a packed house Monday night inside Secaucus' new community center, at 101 Centre Avenue.
Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
Matawan-Aberdeen, NJ|News|
Killer Of Sayreville Councilwoman Gets Life In Prison, With Possibility Of Parole
Rashid Bynum, the man convicted for killing Sayreville Councilwoman Eunice Dwumfour, was sentenced Monday to life in prison.
Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
Middletown, NJ|News|
Water Main Break Occurs On Hubbard Avenue
A water main break occurred on Hubbard Avenue, which will now be closed until 11:30 p.m.
Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
Long Branch-Eatontown, NJ|News|
The New Eatontown Bob's Discount Furniture Will Open Aug. 29
Bob's will present a $5,000 check to Eatontown's Memorial Middle School and HABCore of Red Bank, which helps homeless veterans.
Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
Woodbridge|News|
Woodbridge Wants To Start Issuing Tickets For Riding E-Bikes, E-Scooters On The Sidewalk
People are having to jump out of the way of e-bikes going more than 20 MPH on Woodbridge sidewalks, said police.
Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
Woodbridge|News|
Woodbridge Sprouts Farmers' Market Announces Opening Date
Located in the new Cloverleaf shopping center. If you want to see what a Sprouts Market is like, there's one just down the road in Aberdeen.
Carly Baldwin, Patch Staff
