Warrant arrests and drug charges highlight Wall Township police week

Multiple arrests reported in Wall Township during week of March 9 WALL TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A series of arrests ranging from drug offenses and theft to DWI and road rage were reported…

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Brick Resident Says Writing is on the Wall for New Jersey Congressman Who Has Been on Capitol Hill for 45 Years

Republican candidate Rob Canfield says major primary losses for sitting members of Congress signal growing voter frustration with long-serving politicians. Freehold Township, NJ – Republican congressional candidate Rob Canfield said recent primary…

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Judge Overturns Brick Zoning Board Denial for Property Linked to Lakewood Child Killing Case

A Superior Court judge ruled the township improperly denied a variance request tied to a property owned by Naomi Elkins and a co-owner. Brick Township, NJ – A Superior Court judge has…

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From starter homes to dream estates, Howell Township home sales heat up ahead of spring

HOWELL TOWNSHIP, NJ – The final week of February brought brisk business to Howell Township and nearby towns, where homes sold fast and often above asking. Buyers competed fiercely across Monmouth and…

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Brick officials praise first responders and residents for effort during storm recovery

Officials urge patience and caution as cleanup and power restoration continue across Brick Township. BRICK TOWNSHIP, NJ – Brick Township Mayor Lisa Crate and the Brick Township Police Department thanked police officers,…

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As blizzard approaches Brick, police issue safety and parking warning

Brick Township, NJ – With a powerful winter storm bearing down on the Jersey Shore, Brick Township police are urging residents to prepare for high winds, whiteout conditions, and significant coastal flooding…

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New Tim Hortons opens in Brick with ribbon-cutting celebration

BRICK, NJ – Brick Township officials joined local business owners last month to officially welcome Tim Hortons to the community with a ceremonial ribbon-cutting at the coffee chain’s newest location at 1…

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Traffic stop leads to multiple warrant arrests across Wall Township

Warrants catch up to drivers in Wall Township WALL TOWNSHIP, NJ – A series of routine police encounters across Wall Township resulted in several arrests after officers discovered suspects wanted on outstanding…

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Turnpike traffic stop busts New Jersey driver with 800 bricks of fentanyl

40,000 baggies of suspected fentanyl found during turnpike traffic stop in Hempfield HEMPFIELD TOWNSHIP, PA — A routine traffic stop on the Pennsylvania Turnpike turned into a major drug bust after troopers…

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Air Force puts Brick Memorial JROTC on probation after instructor funding cut

BRICK TOWNSHIP, N.J. – The Air Force has placed Brick Memorial High School’s Air Force Junior Reserve Officer Training Corps (AFJROTC) program on probation after the district failed to fund a second…

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Brick men charged after woman dies from cocaine overdose

Cocaine charges filed after Brick woman found dead from overdose Brick Township, NJ — Two men have been charged in connection with a suspected fatal drug overdose that left a 27-year-old woman…

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Power outage affects hundreds on Brick Beaches barrier island

BRICK, NJ – More than 700 residents on the Brick Beaches barrier island are without power Sunday evening as utility crews work to determine the cause of an outage that struck the…

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Brick police urge residents to follow new e-bike license and registration rules now in effect statewide

BRICK, N.J. – The Brick Township Police Department is reminding residents that New Jersey’s new e-bike safety laws are now in effect, bringing sweeping changes to how riders operate and register electric…

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Mayor Crate Limits Brick Affordable Housing Demands to Just 106 Units

BRICK, N.J. – As towns like nearby Jackson Township settled for over 1,000 units of affordable housing, Brick Mayor Lisa Crate, like Toms River Mayor Dan Rodrick pushed back hard against the…

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Jackson mayor hires township planning board attorney to represent her business in real estate commission lawsuit

TOMS RIVER, N.J. – Jackson Township Mayor Jennifer Kuhn has retained prominent local attorney and current Jackson Planning Board attorney Robert Shea to represent her real estate company in a pending Ocean…

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Former Wall Township school teacher facing jail time at sentencing in January

FREEHOLD, NJ – A former Wall Township High School teacher who pleaded guilty to multiple sex offenses involving two students will be sentenced later this month. Julie Rizzitello, 37, of Brick Township,…

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Wall Township sees wave of holiday arrests including DWIs, warrants, and theft charges

WALL TOWNSHIP, NJ – Police in Wall Township reported a string of arrests over the holiday week, ranging from fugitives and theft to multiple drunk driving charges, according to the department’s latest…

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Brick lawyer hired to defend man among seven charged in a multi-state prostitution and racketeering case

TRENTON, N.J. – A Brick Township man is among seven individuals charged in what state authorities describe as a large-scale prostitution and racketeering network operating illicit massage parlors across New Jersey and…

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Brick trailblazer Donna Capper retires after 35 years of public safety service

BRICK, N.J. – Donna Capper, a cornerstone of the Brick Township Police Department’s communications division, has retired after 35 years of service, marking the end of a groundbreaking career in local public…

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Mayor opens board seats, urges Brick residents to get involved now

BRICK, NJ – Mayor Lisa Crate is inviting residents to apply for open seats on township boards and commissions by Tuesday, December 23. Applicants should email a résumé and cover letter to…