Toms River, NJ|News|
Massage Parlor In Ocean County Busted In Prostitution Ring: Feds
It was one of 9 spas in New Jersey and New York operated by 4 people, offering prostitution, the U.S. Attorney General 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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Point Pleasant, NJ|News|
NJ Transit Train With 30 On Board Catches Fire In Point Pleasant Beach
The fire on the North Jersey Coast Line train was quickly extinguished and there were no injuries reported, officials said.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Manchester, NJ|News|
National Night Out Event Rescheduled In Manchester
The Manchester-Lakehurst joint event, which was postponed due to Tuesday's storms, has a new date.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Howell, NJ|News|
Dump Truck Overturns On Route 9 In Howell, No Serious Injuries
Howell police said the driver was evaluated but declined further treatment.
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Brick|News|
Jersey Shore Beach Report: Clouds, Rain Giving Way To Sunshine
Here's a look at the Jersey Shore beach forecast for the weekend of Aug. 10-11, with sunshine and a break from a solid week of rain.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Point Pleasant, NJ|News|
Dredging To Resume 'Shortly' In Manasquan Inlet, Army Corps Says
People are warned to stay off the shoal because dredging already done makes it unstable and dangerous, the Army Corps said.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Toms River, NJ|News|
Toms River School Admins Threatened By NJ Officials, Attorney Says
State legislators demand an investigation of threats to the superintendent and business administrator alleged by the district's attorney.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Toms River, NJ|News|
Man Who Fatally Punched Bicyclist In Seaside Heights Sentenced
Anthony Collins said he punched Robert May over a slur after months of harassment. May died after hitting his head following the punch.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Point Pleasant, NJ|News|
Point Pleasant Man Stole Plane Then Crashed It, NJ State Police Say
The man was walking along Route 50 and told state troopers he'd crashed his plane. They soon learned it wasn't his, police said.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Toms River, NJ|News|
Toms River Terminates Controversial Downtown Development Agreement
The mayor says the Water Street property will revert to Toms River in 60 days; he promised to undo the entire downtown redevelopment plan.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Brick|News|
Brick Township Garage Sales, Aug. 9-11
The following homes are anticipated to be holding garage sales this weekend, for all you bargain hunters.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Wall, NJ|News|
'Diners, Drive-Ins & Dives' Set To Feature 3 Jersey Shore Eateries
Guy Fieri rolled into the Jersey Shore for a visit and stopped in to some local restaurants. See when you can catch his take on their menus.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Brick|News|
Beach Vehicle Permit Applications Available In Brick
People who plan to fish the beaches in Brick during the fall can apply for permits. See what you need to have to receive a permit.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Toms River, NJ|News|
3 Charged In Cell Phone Theft After Police Chase In Toms River
The trio sped off from police on Indian Hill Road, crashed into a parked car then ran from the crash before being arrested, police said.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Toms River, NJ|News|
1 Injured As Jeep Hits Dollar Tree Building In Toms River
The damage from the crash has shut down the store until repairs can be made.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Howell, NJ|News|
7 Seek Howell School Board Seats; 2 Run For Freehold Regional Seats
Three seats are up for election on the Howell Township school board.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Toms River, NJ|News|
Sinkhole Opens On New Hampshire Avenue In Toms River: Report
The sinkhole developed in the middle of the storm, according to the report.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Brick|News|
Power Outages, Flash Flood Warnings Remain As Storm Drenches Brick
Nearly 5,000 homes in Brick lost electrical service at the peak of the outages Tuesday night.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Brick|News|
Flooding Closes Part Of Route 35, Mantoloking Road: Authorities
"Unless it is an emergency, you should refrain from being on the road. Flooding is occurring on all streets throughout town," police said.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Point Pleasant, NJ|News|
Dredging Underway On Manasquan Inlet Shoal
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers sent its Dredge Murden to begin removing shoaled sand from the inlet, officials said.
Karen Wall, Patch Staff
