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.
A second nearby Stop & Shop that closed also will be filled by a kosher supermarket, the report said. Here's what that means for shoppers.
Tyshaun R. Drummond, 42, received consecutive sentences in the 2021 killings of Nicholas Hardy of and Sergio Chavez-Perez.
Both drivers suffered very serious injuries in the crash that closed Route 539 Wednesday evening.
The bus aide faces criminal charges; the parents say their son has been punished by the schools since the incident instead of being helped.
The Point Pleasant Beach Borough Council held its reorganization meeting and approved its meeting dates for 2025.
The Brick Township Council approved its meeting dates and times for 2025 at its reorganization.
Four other men charged in the killing of Kuldeep Kumar, whose body was found in an advanced state of decomposition, have waived extradition.
The Monmouth County Prosecutor's Office said the incident just south of the Freehold border remains under investigation.
Power has been restored after an outage that disrupted traffic on Route 37 and delayed school openings in Toms River.
Town officials say the changes, which were criticized by residents and some council members, will reduce overtime for town staff.
The driver, a Manchester resident, suffered minor injuries in the crash, Toms River police said. Route 9 was closed for several hours.
Howell Township police said the crash investigation was continuing.
The crash knocked out power to about 1,400 homes for a few hours Monday night, authorities said.
The Point Pleasant area Kiwanis Club is collecting items to assist veterans in need. See how to donate or help.
If your pets need rabies shots, register now for Brick's free rabies clinic.
Howell Township is asking residents to take a survey on a proposed inclusive playground as it seeks Green Acres funding.
Icy conditions among frigid overnight temperatures prompted the delay. See the delayed opening times for each school.
Concerns about icy conditions have led to a delayed opening. See school opening times.
The Toms River council reorganization meeting will include setting rules for council meetings, setting meeting dates and more.
Route 9 is closed in both directions as a result of the crash, the Ocean County Sheriff's Office said.
