Brick-Area Unemployment Rate Decreased In July: Feds

The Ocean County unemployment rate improved somewhat during the summer.

Hearing Set In Brick's Suit To Shut Down Orthodox Jewish School

Brick Township officials say fines are accumulating at the school and at a nearby home that has been cited for overcrowding.

Icarus Brewing Coming To Brick After Planning Board OKs Site Plan

The microbrewery plans to relocate from its Lakewood site to the former Shore Restaurant Supply store, the owner said.

Brick Mayor Gives Updates On Icarus, Royal Farms, Corrado's

Brick Township Mayor John Ducey gave updates on a number of topics during a Facebook live on Monday.

Brick Sues To Force Orthodox Jewish School Stop Operating

The lawsuit, filed Friday, seeks to force the Congregation Kehilos Yisroel school to shut down until permits and a site plan are approved.

Brick School Board Again Urges Local Control On Masks In School

Board president Stephanie Wohlrab said Gov. Phil Murphy needs to return local control to school boards on the issue of masking in schools.

Brick Seeks Community Input For Flood Insurance Program Renewal

The township has to recertify for the National Flood Insurance Program Community Rating System, which lowers residents' flood insurance.

Kim Urges Focus On Evacuations In Afghanistan Crisis

Rep. Andy Kim said he wants to see that as many people as possible are evacuated to safety as the Taliban overruns Kabul and takes control.

NJ To End Work-From-Home Tax Waivers For Out-Of-State Businesses

New Jersey suspended some of its tax rules for out-of-state companies during the pandemic, but those suspensions end Oct. 1.

Brick Lowers Speed Limit On Mandalay Road

The Township Council also approved three other ordinances affecting roads in the township.

Brick-Area Unemployment Rate Worsened In June: Feds

But national figures point to a rebound when local data for July becomes available next month.

Coronavirus Transmission 'Substantial' In Ocean County: CDC

The CDC recommends indoor public mask use for vaccinated and unvaccinated Brick residents.

Verizon Cell Tower Proposal Before Brick Zoners

Verizon is seeking approval to add a cell tower that will be at the site of the Pioneer Hose Company fire substation on Route 35.

'A Time Bomb Ticking': See Rental Arrears In Ocean County

Many in the Brick area behind on rent. A national eviction moratorium is set to expire Saturday.

'Boys School' Rumor For Brick Temple Site Untrue: Officials

No application has been filed for the Van Zile Road site, let alone a planning board hearing, despite a flyer's claims, officials said.

Some NJ School Districts Could See State Aid Cuts Restored

Under the American Rescue Plan, New Jersey was supposed to ensure its highest poverty district have what students need; it cut aid instead.

NJ Coastal Floods Will Get More Frequent By 2030, NOAA, NASA Say

High-tide flooding has doubled since 2000, scientists say; the moon's orbit will cause them more often and for longer duration by 2030.

Sportsplex Coming To Brick Foodtown Site At Last

Brick Township finalized the sale of the former Foodtown property, ending a multi-year effort to redevelop the site.

With Swan Safe, Brick Woman Aims To Change 'Invasive' Status

Irene Almeida led the fight to save Alfie; she wants to change the invasive species designation for mute swans and curb bad human behavior.

Keep Homes Off 31.8-Acre Breton Woods Site, Brick Petition Urges

Residents want Brick Township and state officials to fight a proposal to build 62 houses on the site off Drum Point Road.

Happy Ending For Brick Swan That Was To Be Euthanized

Alfie, a male mute swan who federal officials said was aggressive — and residents said was being harassed — was saved, purely by accident.

Unemployment Rate Improves In Brick Area: Feds

The unemployment rate in Ocean County is lower than the New Jersey average.

Town-Wide Yard Sale To Take Place In October In Township Of Brick

The sale will be held on Saturday, October 9. For the first time, participants will sell their goods at their homes.

NJ Earned Income Credit Expansion Signed Into Law: Who's Eligible

Gov. Phil Murphy signed a bill that will make more low-income earners eligible for the refundable tax credit, including those without kids.

Ocean County Likely To Miss Biden's Coronavirus Vaccine Goal

This is how the Brick area compares to New Jersey and the nation for coronavirus vaccinations.

Former Brick Volunteer EMS Building To Become Senior Center

The township is budgeting $1 million to renovate the Aurora Place property for the Brick Police EMS and to offer senior services programs.

NJ Health Dept To Bear Persichilli's Name To Honor COVID-19 Work

Judith Persichilli, "the woman who needs no introduction," will be the woman who won't be forgotten as the new building will bear her name.

Brick Council Holding Green Acres Hearing On Mallard Point Park

The council is holding a Green Acres hearing followed by its regular meeting on Wednesday, a change because of Tuesday's primary election.

NJ-10 GOP Primary: Catalano, McGuckin Win Nominations, AP Says

Unofficial vote tallies had Assemblymen John Catalano and Gregory McGuckin ahead of their GOP challengers by more than 3,000 votes each.

Brick Area Unemployment Decreases: Feds

Ocean County's unemployment rate decreased recently.

NJ-10 Primary Election Guide: Who's On The Ballot, How To Vote

The 2021 primary election is almost here. Check out Patch's voting guide, before you head to cast your ballot.

Bayside Park Receives Award For Aesthetic Design

Brick Township has received an award honoring the excellent design and aesthetic of Bayside Park.

Let Local Districts Make Mask Choices, Brick Schools Urge Murphy

"It is time to once again let us do what we were elected to do ... run our districts," Brick school officials said in a letter to Murphy.

NJ Changes Workplace, Child Care Rules Amid COVID

Employers will no longer be required to accommodate remote work, Gov. Murphy said. Here's what other changes are being made for child care.

Brick Ordinance Would Lower Speed Limit On Part Of Princeton Ave.

The plan to lower the speed limit is the result of a study by Ocean County officials and came at the request of residents, the town said.

10th District Assembly GOP Primary 2021: Brian M. Quinn

Brian M. Quinn is one of four people seeking Republican nominations for the 10th District Assembly race.

10th District Assembly GOP Primary 2021: Geraldine Ambrosio

Geraldine Ambrosio is one of four people seeking Republican nominations for the 10th District Assembly race.

10th District Assembly GOP Primary 2021: John Catalano

John Catalano is one of four people seeking Republican nominations for the 10th District Assembly race.

10th District Assembly GOP Primary 2021: Gregory McGuckin

Gregory McGuckin is one of four people seeking Republican nominations for the 10th District Assembly race.

Brick Zoners OK $25K Settlement In Marijuana Dispensary Fight

The owners of 385 Adamston LLC sued Brick Township, its zoning and planning boards over a controversial proposal for a dispensary in 2019.