PARCC Graduation Requirements; Swimming Bans; Bus Runs Spark Anger: Brick Patch Week In Review

Take a look at some of the articles you may have missed last week on the Brick Patch.

Brick Parents Angered Over Changes To Donovan Catholic Bus Runs
Centralized stop sites dangerous, parents say; Brick district says bus runs received no bids under the old format.

Woman Files Multimillion Dollar Lawsuit Against Six Flags Over Broken Ankle: Report
The woman was hurt when she and a friend smashed into the mouth of the King Cobra slide, according to the report.

Swimming Bans Still In Place At Four Ocean County Beaches
Swimming bans lingered throughout the week after heavy rain the previous weekend.

In Brick Teacher's Classroom, STEM Lessons Are For All
Jeanette Wehner has brought hands-on science, technology, engineering and math to the elementary level, and students are thriving.

State Police Charge 16-Year-Old After Parkway Motorcycle Chase
The teen led police on a chase from the Berkeley Township area all the way to Lakewood, police said.

Brick Woman Issues Challenge: Inspire Goodwill With Gratitude
Through through the Gratitude Challenge, she hopes to fuel positive thoughts and spread happiness.

PARCC Test Becomes Graduation Requirement In New Jersey
Starting in 2021, all N.J. students will have to pass the PARCC tests to graduate from high school, state officials decided Wednesday.

Congregation B'nai Israel's Sunday Service Aims To Build Bridges
Through the Gesher Minyan service, the congregation hopes the Jewish LGBTQ will feel welcomed into the community.

Legislators Demand Action On Route 37 Bridge Issues
The Route 37 bridge closure east into Seaside, the third in July, caused traffic jams on major roads in Toms River and Brick a week ago.

Pokémon Go Fans, Beware: Scammers Want Your Money
An email scam claims users will have to pay for the app; that's a lie. Don't fall for it, the Better Business Bureau says.

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