Marlboro-Coltsneck, NJ|News|
Teacher Spotlight: Elaine Hill Makes A Difference In Marlboro
Elaine Hill's attentiveness and care for her students make "a huge impact," according to the person who nominated her.
Sara Winick, Patch Staff
Sara Winick, Patch Staff
- Freehold, NJ
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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Holmdel-Hazlet, NJ|News|
Meet Local Nonprofits At Bell Works’ Community Impact Day Event
Over 10 organizations will attend the event hosted at Bell Works’ co-working space.
Sara Winick, Patch Staff
Freehold|News|
Capture Monmouth County Life In Annual High School Photography Contest
The Monmouth County Clerk’s Office is inviting high schoolers throughout the county to submit their photography for this year’s contest.
Sara Winick, Patch Staff
Freehold|News|
Freehold Raceway To End Operations In December
Raceway management informed employees of their decision in a meeting held on Thursday morning, according to officials.
Sara Winick, Patch Staff
Manalapan, NJ|News|
Fraud, Fraud & More Fraud: Manalapan Police Blotter
Nine fraud incidents were reported to Manalapan Police from Sept. 4 through Sept. 10.
Sara Winick, Patch Staff
Marlboro-Coltsneck, NJ|News|
No Serious Injuries In Route 520 Crash
There were no serious injuries reported in a two-vehicle crash that took down poles and wires Thursday morning, Marlboro Police said.
Sara Winick, Patch Staff
Freehold|News|
Woman Charged In Casino Fight ID’d As Monmouth Co. Corrections Officer
Keila Diaz, 47, of Freehold, was charged with aggravated assault and simple assault following the Atlantic City fight on Sunday.
Sara Winick, Patch Staff
Marlboro-Coltsneck, NJ|News|
Man Convicted Of Sexual Abuse Against Child In Marlboro
Andrey V. Penkin, 51, abused the girl for more than 6 years, the prosecutor's office said.
Sara Winick, Patch Staff
Wall, NJ|News|
Wall Target Employee Caught ‘Upskirting’ Customer Had Child Porn: Cops
David I. Sutton, who was previously arrested for pointing his phone up a Target customer's skirt, is now facing child pornography charges.
Sara Winick, Patch Staff
Freehold|News|
Freehold Township Road Rehabilitation Project Update
Milling operations along Shanck Road are expected to be complete on Wednesday, Freehold Township said.
Sara Winick, Patch Staff
Holmdel-Hazlet, NJ|News|
Utility Work Closes Galloping Hill Road In Holmdel
The road is closed between Van Schoick Road and Country View Road in both directions, police said.
Sara Winick, Patch Staff
Holmdel-Hazlet, NJ|News|
Taxi Driver Found Shot Dead Near Hazlet Motel Dumpster
The victim of a homicide that took place early Saturday morning has been identified as Anthony Hill, 42, of Eatontown, prosecutors said.
Sara Winick, Patch Staff
Freehold|News|
Downtown Freehold Business Owners Aim To Ease Parking Frustrations
Local business owners said changes to paid parking regulations have left customers "confused and frustrated."
Sara Winick, Patch Staff
Marlboro-Coltsneck, NJ|News|
New Pediatric Dentistry Set To Open In Marlboro
Polished Pediatric Dentistry is scheduled to open this fall.
Sara Winick, Patch Staff
Red Bank-Shrewsbury, NJ|News|
Count Basie Center To Host Inaugural NJ Hispanic Film Festival
The festival will take place from Oct. 4 through Oct. 6 and feature more than 15 films.
Sara Winick, Patch Staff
Marlboro-Coltsneck, NJ|News|
Colts Neck Friends of the Library To Host Weekend Book Sale
The sale will take place in the lower level of the Colts Neck Library.
Sara Winick, Patch Staff
Wall, NJ|News|
Warrant Arrests, DWI: Wall Police Blotter
Wall police arrested four people who had outstanding warrants from Sept. 9 through Sept. 15.
Sara Winick, Patch Staff
Manalapan, NJ|News|
Teacher Spotlight: Samantha Corley Makes A Difference In Manalapan
Samantha Corley makes learning fun, according to the person who nominated her.
Sara Winick, Patch Staff
Marlboro-Coltsneck, NJ|News|
Ex-Gymnastics Club Coach In Monmouth Indicted On Sex Assault Charges
The former coach worked at gyms in Marlboro and Shrewsbury and is accused of having sex with three of his gymnasts, prosecutors said.
Sara Winick, Patch Staff
Red Bank-Shrewsbury, NJ|News|
Lunch Break To Host “Soup For The Soul” Fundraiser Event
The event aims to give people a deeper understanding of the soup kitchen experience, officials said.
Sara Winick, Patch Staff
