Sara Winick is an NJ Local Editor covering Freehold, Holmdel-Hazlet, Manalapan, Marlboro-Colts Neck, Red Bank-Shrewsbury, Rumson-Fair Haven and Wall. A recent graduate of American University, Sara received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Journalism and Creative Writing in 2024, and has lived in Central Jersey for most of her life.
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The Fair Haven River Rats recently celebrated their successful sailing season with a long-standing tradition at organization headquarters.
The woman was trying to cross from the southbound to northbound side of traffic on Route 9 when the crash occurred, prosecutors said.
While the roads are closed, police are urging drivers to avoid the area.
Looking for something new to do this weekend? Here’s what’s happening around Monmouth County:
The station is available to all Monmouth County residents and will have sand and bags available on site. See details:
The award-winning documentary follows the family of Vienna Carly Savino after she suddenly passed away at home in 2017.
Candidate Autumn Nonnenmacher shares why she's running for election to the Freehold Borough Council in 2025.
Candidate Shari Deutsch shares why she’s running for election to the Manalapan Township Committee in 2025.
The closure is necessary to complete repairs to the bridge that began over the summer, officials said. See details:
Community members are invited to join the township for “a day full of fun" at Bayonet Farm. See details:
Lori Russo, the town’s Chief Financial Officer, was sworn in to her new role during an annual conference in September.
Candidate Michael Lilonsky shares why he’s running for re-election to the Marlboro Township Board of Education in 2025.
The global fashion, beauty, home and lifestyle brand is set to host its grand opening event in late October. See details:
NJ American Water has been advised of the break and will be working to resolve the issue, police said.
From fall festivals to performances, trunk-or-treats and laser shows, check out Patch’s guide to family-friendly activities in New Jersey:
The candidate was running for one of the three open full-term seats on the board. See details:
Gillian Ober, who currently teaches English as a Second Language in the Freehold Borough School District, has been teaching since 2014.
The Colts Neck Historical Preservation Committee will present the annual holiday event in December. See details:
It was 2023 when advanced technology helped diagnose Megan Unver with breast cancer. Today, she’s sharing her story to help others.
The man was arrested in December after being found with cocaine and other drugs in Brick Township, authorities said.
