Thursday: Times of clouds and sun, with a high of 83 and low of 66 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Man Sentenced In Speeding DUI Crash That Killed NJ Woman, Daughter (patch.com) — In Toms River, prosecutors announced a 20-year prison sentence for a drunk, speeding driver whose 2025 crash killed a Lakewood mother and her 11-year-old daughter and seriously injured another child. Authorities detailed his high blood alcohol level, prior DUI arrests, and the consecutive terms he must serve before facing immigration proceedings.
• Goalkeepers Steal the Spotlight as Southern and Toms River South Battle to Scoreless Draw (tapinto.net) — Toms River South's boys soccer team battled Southern Regional to a 0-0 double-overtime draw in a tense Class A South matchup, with both goalkeepers turning in standout performances. A late leaping save denied South a golden-goal winner, leaving the Indians at 2-2-1 overall but still unbeaten in divisional play.
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
FanNation: Costume Collection and Giveaway at the Ocean County Library —Dan Fitzgerald Read on Patch
FanNation: The Geekstravaganza to Return to the Toms River Library —Dan Fitzgerald Read on Patch
It's Sunday.... rise and greet this new day with love, laughter, and a grateful heart! 09/13/26 (Nextdoor Holiday Heights)
Looking for anyone who used Jacuzzi bath and shower. Were you satisfied? Cost wise was it reasonable? Lakeview model in HC. TIA. (Nextdoor HCW Berkley)
CVS Health posted a job opening for District Support Pharmacist Full Time in Toms River. Apply here.
Bancroft Neurohealth posted a job opening for Direct Support Professional in Toms River. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Toms River here.
🗞 Nearby News
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NJ beach weather & waves: Jersey Shore Report for Sept. 14, 2026 (nj1015.com)
Rain, Thunderstorms Sweep The Jersey Shore Sunday Before Sunshine Returns Monday (shorenewsnetwork.com)
Point Pleasant
Bridge Closed Repeatedly Due To Heat Slated For Repairs In Point Pleasant (patch.com)
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-- The Patch AM Team
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