Toms River, NJ|News|
Route 9 Reopens After 5-Vehicle Crash In Toms River: Police
The crash brought down wires, the sheriff's office said.
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|
Toms River Council Moves Jan. 31 Meeting To Zoom
A controversial ordinance to eliminate two captains, a police officer and the media relations post was expected to draw a large crowd.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Manchester, NJ|News|
Manchester Man Pleads Guilty To Terrorism In Spree Of Attacks On Jews
Dion Marsh of Manchester called them "the real devils." He hit 3 men with a car, stabbed another and dragged a man in a carjacking in 2022.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Point Pleasant, NJ|News|
Seal Pup Found On Point Pleasant Beach Sidewalk 'Improving': Video
Staff at the Marine Mammal Stranding Center say the pup is "a little more active and alert," than she was when she was found.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Brick|News|
Man Pleads Guilty To Dealing Cocaine From Brick Home
The May 2023 arrest of Henry Burns led to the discovery of 10 handguns and multiple narcotics at his home, authorities said.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Point Pleasant, NJ|News|
Fugitive Held In 2022 Attempted Murder In Point Pleasant: Prosecutor
Juan Santiago-Rojas was on the run for 16 months; authorities allege he strangled a woman and left her unconscious in 2022.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Brick|News|
Woman Killed In Route 35 Hit-And-Run In Brick Identified
Authorities say Julia Sutton, a fitness entrepreneur, was in the shoulder of the road when she was hit by Mark Carey Jr. of South Amboy.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Point Pleasant, NJ|News|
Water Main Repair Disrupting Service To Some Point Pleasant Homes
Homes on four streets are affected by the water main issue, officials said.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Manchester, NJ|News|
Manchester Schools Preschool Aide Remembered As 'Wonderful Soul'
Patricia Ford, who died Saturday following a crash, volunteered with the Whiting Fire Company and loved working with children.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Point Pleasant, NJ|News|
Police Officers Sought For Summer In Point Pleasant Beach
The police department is accepting applications for Class I and parking enforcement for summer 2024.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Brick|News|
Brick Schools Transportation Director Pete Morris Mourned
Dr. Peter Morris, a Brick alum and 3-sport star, was "Brick through and through," Superintendent Thomas G. Farrell said.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Toms River, NJ|News|
Plan To Cut Police Positions Sparks Outrage In Toms River
Four positions — two captains, a patrol officer and the media relations person — would be cut to add 8 EMTs, Mayor Dan Rodrick said.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Point Pleasant, NJ|News|
Seal Pup Rescued From Road In Point Pleasant Beach
The Marine Mammal Stranding Center, which is treating the pup, estimates the female grey seal is about 4 weeks old.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Manchester, NJ|News|
Woman Dies After Car Hits Tree In Manchester
Authorities believe the woman suffered a medical episode before the crash.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Brick|News|
Accidental Shooting Injures Man At Brick Costco: Police Chief
The man was injured by the firearm he was carrying, the police chief said.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Brick|News|
Brick Reschedules Rabies Vaccine Clinic
Frigid temperatures are anticipated for Saturday, when the clinic had been set to be held.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Point Pleasant, NJ|News|
Ex-Point Beach Business Owner Admits $1M Vehicle Arson In Wall
Harcourt "Paul" S. Ward of Ward Realty and Insurance in Point Pleasant Beach set fire to the vehicles at a Wall Township site in 2022.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Toms River, NJ|News|
Toms River Man Admits Torching $1M Worth Of Commercial Vehicles
Harcourt "Paul" S. Ward of Ward Realty and Insurance in Point Pleasant Beach set fire to the vehicles at a Wall Township site in 2022.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Brick|News|
Help Brick Honor Local Heroes Of All Ages
The township is seeking nominations of everyday people who are doing good things to help others in Brick for its annual Brick Hero Awards.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Manchester, NJ|News|
Manchester Town Hall Closing Early Amid Storm
Mayor Robert Arace is urging residents to stay off the roads as driving conditions are expected to become very hazardous into the evening.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
