Brick|News|
Cocaine, Psilocybin, Marijuana Seized In Bust, Ocean County Prosecutor Says
A Monmouth County man has been charged after a 3-month investigation in drug distribution including in Brick, authorities 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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Brick|News|
Brick Mayoral, Council Candidates Set For 2025 General Election
With the primary election completed, the campaigns of the Democrats and Republicans begin in earnest.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Toms River, NJ|News|
Victims In Route 37 Hit-And-Run Identified; Driver, 18, Faces More Charges
The 18-year-old charged in the May 24 crash was driving at "excessive speeds," the Ocean County Prosecutor's Office said.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Toms River, NJ|News|
'There's Blood Everywhere': 911 Audio Of Ortley Beach Stabbing Captures Panicked Cries For Help
The 911 call audio also includes the woman begging for police to be sent moments before the stabbing. The man accused remains in jail.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Point Pleasant, NJ|News|
Construction Causing Stop-And-Go Traffic On Route 88 In Point Pleasant
Point Pleasant police said drivers should anticipate extra traffic in the area and plan accordingly.
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Howell, NJ|News|
Howell Announces Summer Entertainment Events
Movies in the Park, the Fourth of July celebration and the summer concert series are all planned. See the dates.
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Manchester, NJ|News|
Affordable Housing Plan Set For Hearing In Manchester
Manchester Township officials have scheduled a public hearing on the town's plans to meet its affordable housing numbers.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Point Pleasant, NJ|News|
Twice-A-Week Summer Trash Pickup Underway In Point Pleasant
With the summer season starting, the borough is picking up garbage twice a week.
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Toms River, NJ|News|
Toms River Council Set For New Faces After GOP Primaries: Unofficial Results
The primary battles between candidates loyal to Mayor Dan Rodrick and those who oppose him have set up the November election nominees.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Brick|News|
Man Pleads Guilty To Setting Brick Township Home On Fire
Charles F. Maulbeck of Toms River also pleaded guilty to smashing a car's window at a home in Lacey, authorities said.
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Toms River, NJ|News|
He Wants To Be A Police Officer, But First Toms River Man Must Fight For His Life
In May, Teddy Golubowski, 27, was attending the Ocean County Police Academy. Now he's fighting a rare, aggressive cancer.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Toms River, NJ|News|
Woman Missing From Toms River; Have You Seen Her?
Michaela Montes was last seen at her home Friday, authorities said. Have you seen her?
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Point Pleasant, NJ|News|
Point Pleasant Primary 2025: Where, How To Vote On Election Day
Tuesday is Primary Election Day. Take a look at the candidates from the local to the state level, along with how to find your polling place.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Point Pleasant, NJ|News|
Point Pleasant Beach Primary 2025: Where, How To Vote On Election Day
Tuesday is Primary Election Day. Take a look at the candidates from the local to the state level, along with how to find your polling place.
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Manchester, NJ|News|
Manchester Primary 2025: Where, How To Vote On Election Day
Tuesday is Primary Election Day. Take a look at the candidates from the local to the state level, along with how to find your polling place.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Howell, NJ|News|
Howell Primary 2025: Where, How To Vote On Election Day
Tuesday is Primary Election Day. Take a look at the candidates from the local to the state level, along with how to find your polling place.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Brick|News|
Brick Primary 2025: Where, How To Vote On Election Day
Tuesday is Primary Election Day. Take a look at the candidates from the local to the state level, along with how to find your polling place.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Toms River, NJ|News|
Toms River Primary 2025: Where, How To Vote On Election Day
Tuesday is Primary Election Day. Take a look at the candidates from the local to the state level, along with how to find your polling place.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Manchester, NJ|News|
Car Runs Stop Sign, Hits Parked Car, House In Manchester
The driver suffered minor injuries and police said she appeared to have suffered a medical episode before the crash.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Toms River, NJ|News|
Fire Destroys Storage Trailer At Toms River East
The trailer had been used to store items for the local youth football program, Toms River Schools Superintendent Michael Citta said.
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