Howell, NJ|News|
Sober Living Homes Ordinance Up For Final Vote In Howell
The Howell Township Council is ready to update rules for operating sober living homes in the township.
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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Point Pleasant, NJ|News|
Point Pleasant Canal Bulkhead Repairs Complete, U.S. Army Corps Says
Bulkheading at the canal entrance had deteriorated significantly; it has been brought up to current marine standards, the Army Corps said.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Brick|News|
Beach Vehicle Permits Set To Increase Under Proposed Brick Ordinance
The Township Council is scheduled to introduce the ordinance at Tuesday's meeting.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Manchester, NJ|News|
Passenger Killed On Route 70 As Van Passing Traffic Illegally Crashes, Prosecutor Says
The van passed several stopped vehicles and hit a second van that was trying to make a left turn, authorities said.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Toms River, NJ|News|
South Toms River Man Was High When He Hit, Killed Pedestrian, Prosecutor Says
Marie Bellavista, 57, was found dead in the road after she was hit early on June 7, authorities said.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Manchester, NJ|News|
Crash Closes Route 70 In Manchester
Manchester police are urging drivers to avoid the area and find alternate routes.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Toms River, NJ|News|
Beachwood Man Sentenced To Prison In Fatal High Speed Crash Where He Was Drunk, High
The man was driving 86 mph at the time of the crash, authorities said.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Brick|News|
Closing Date Set For Brick Reservoir And Its Walking Path
People who walk the path around the reservoir on Sally Ike and Herbertsville roads will have to find another place for several months.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Brick|News|
Brick Township Garage Sales, Aug. 9-10
The following homes are anticipated to be holding garage sales this weekend, for all you bargain hunters.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Toms River, NJ|News|
Man Arrested In Health Care Worker's Stabbing In Toms River, Police Say
The Ocean County man had been sought for more than a week before his arrest.
Karen Wall and Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Howell, NJ|News|
Road Closure, Detours Announced In Howell
The closure is for the reconstruction of a railroad crossing, officials said.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Point Pleasant, NJ|News|
Pair Charged In Home Invasion Burglary In Point Pleasant, Prosecutor Says
The man and woman from California kicked in the door of the home and the man fired a gunshot before they left, authorities said.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Point Pleasant, NJ|News|
Jersey Shore Beach Report: Sunny, Breezy Days On The Sand
It's not the typical heat we expect in mid-August but sunny skies will make for nice days.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Howell, NJ|News|
2nd Arrest In Howell Love Triangle Shooting, Prosecutor Says
An Ocean County man has been charged with murder in the slaying of Rolando Acte Mejia of Howell on June 5, authorities said.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Toms River, NJ|News|
New 'Food Hall' In Toms River Offers Options When You Can't Agree On Dinner
Wonder offers access to meals designed by world-class chefs for a variety of palates, especially when everyone wants a different meal.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Lakewood, NJ|News|
Speeding Drunk Driver Nearly Triple DUI Limit In Crash That Killed Mom, Daughter, Prosecutor Says
Raul Luna-Perez had passed 4 vehicles just before hitting Maria Pleitez's Nissan head-on, authorities said. He's facing more charges.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Lakewood, NJ|News|
Drunk Driver That Killed NJ Woman, Daughter Was Repeat Offender, Here Illegally, Officials Say
Raul Luna-Perez had multiple DUI charges. As the family mourns, state and federal officials blame each other that he was not in jail.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Brick|News|
Brick Woman Admits Robbing Clerk At Knifepoint For Cash, Cigarettes
The woman is scheduled for sentencing in September in the robbery in Berkeley Township. She smashed a window at a second store, police said.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Howell, NJ|News|
Howell Welcomes Community To National Night Out Event
The annual event aims to reinforce community ties and includes music, giveaways and demonstrations.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Brick|News|
National Night Out In Brick Aims To Bring Community Together
The annual event includes equipment displays, K-9 demonstrations and the Brick Police Youth Camp graduation.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
