Trunk or Treat returns to Brick with candy, costumes and contests

Brick, NJ – Families are gearing up for one of Brick Township’s favorite fall traditions as the annual Trunk or Treat celebration returns Thursday, October 23, at the Drum Point Sports Complex.…

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Wall Township police announce week filled with drug and DWI arrests

Wall Township, NJ – A series of drug and DWI arrests kept Wall Township police busy this past week, with multiple suspects taken into custody during traffic stops across the area. Between…

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Ocean County greenlights major traffic safety upgrades across 5 townships

Toms River, NJ — Traffic patterns across Ocean County are set for a significant overhaul after officials approved a series of safety upgrades, including signal revisions and no-passing zone changes on several…

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Brick expands beach vehicle permits with new resident-first application rollout

Brick, NJ – Thursday — Brick Township is expanding its popular Beach Vehicle Permit program for the 2025–2026 season and rolling out a revised application process that gives local residents priority before…

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Mount Holly killer sentenced to 30 years for brutal deli stabbing of Brick man

Mount Holly man sentenced to 30 years for fatal stabbing behind deli Mount Holly, NJ – A 33-year-old Mount Holly resident has been sentenced to 30 years in state prison for fatally…

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Jackson Township man indicted for murder and eluding after fatal stabbing in Toms River

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — A Jackson Township man has been indicted for murder, attempted murder, and multiple weapons offenses stemming from a deadly stabbing incident in May, the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office…

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Brick school board president who raised taxes and cut jobs now running for mayor

BRICK, N.J. — Madeline Iannarone, the current president of the Brick Township Board of Education, is launching a bid for mayor just months after approving a school budget that raised property taxes…

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Brick’s SummerFest 2025 finale set for July 31 with 80s vs. 90s concert and fireworks

BRICK TOWNSHIP — Brick Township will close out its 30th annual SummerFest series on Thursday, July 31 with a high-energy showdown of music’s most iconic decades, followed by a fireworks display over…

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Brick moves forward on roadway improvements at Timber Ridge Estates

BRICK TOWNSHIP — The Township Council has awarded a $589,223.50 contract to Meco, Inc. for roadway improvements in the Timber Ridge Estates neighborhood as part of the 2023 Capital Road Program. The…

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Brick Mayor Crate Attempts to Slam Brakes on Irresponsible Overdevelopment As State Pushes for More Affordable Housing

BRICK TOWNSHIP — Brick Township Mayor Lisa Crate and the township council reinforced a 2014 pledge to slam the brakes on over development. This time, the township is hoping to stay true…

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Parkway slows down through Brick and Lakewood, adding time to morning commute

TRENTON — Commuters across New Jersey faced a series of disruptions Tuesday morning, with multiple disabled vehicles and traffic delays reported on major roadways. As of 7:48 a.m., a disabled truck on…

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Wall Township Police report multiple arrests during busy week of enforcement

WALL TOWNSHIP, N.J. — Wall Township Police reported a range of arrests between July 14 and July 20, including multiple DWI offenses, narcotics charges, and outstanding warrants. Key incidents include: Several arrestees…

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Tiny Brick House Built for Tiny People a Local Draw for Curious Gawkers

BRICK TOWNSHIP, NJ – In the quiet community of Brick Township, a unique dwelling known as the ‘Midget House’ has caught the attention of locals and tourists alike for years. This unusually…

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Will Brick Voters Forget How Republicans Did them Dirty and Defeat the Democrats in 2025?

Brick Township, NJ — Despite its historical Republican leanings, Brick Township remains a Democratic stronghold at the local level, with the GOP facing an uphill battle to reclaim power in the 2025…

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Suit & Mai Tai to bring smooth yacht rock vibes to Brick’s SummerFest tonight

BRICK, N.J. — Brick Township’s SummerFest concert series continues tonight at Windward Beach Park with the debut performance of Suit & Mai Tai, a New Jersey-based seven-piece band known for their high-energy…

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SummerFest concert in Brick canceled due to weather, rescheduled for July 31

BRICK, N.J. — Brick Township Police announced the cancellation of Thursday night’s SummerFest concert due to forecasted inclement weather. The performance by The Brit Pack was originally scheduled for the evening but…

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Two airlifted after Jeep overturns in Manchester Township crash

MANCHESTER, N.J. — Two people were airlifted to a trauma center Sunday night after a Jeep overturned in a two-car crash at the intersection of Broadway Boulevard and Burnside Street, Manchester Township…

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Brick Man Pleads Guilty to Illegal Gun, Still Facing Domestic Violence Related Charges

BRICK TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A 42-year-old Brick Township man has pleaded guilty to unlawful possession of a handgun in connection with a February 2024 search that uncovered a stolen firearm and ammunition,…