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Also on today's calendar: Harvest Victorian Afternoon Tea and 10 more events.
Today's riddle: Who's in favor of bringing back Roman Numerals? 🤔 (Answer below!)
1. Fatal Shooting At Wawa In Toms River Leaves Community Reeling (wobm.com) — A fatal shooting at the Wawa in Toms River has left residents shaken as police continue searching for the suspected gunman, identified as 51-year-old Douglas C. Cobb. Authorities say Cobb, who may be driving a black 2016 Acura MDX with New Jersey plates T93YJL, remains at large and are urging anyone with information to contact law enforcement immediately.
2. Silverton Volunteer Fire Co. Fall Festival Celebrates 75 Years (wobm.com) — Toms River families can celebrate Silverton Volunteer Fire Company's 75 years of service at a big Fall Festival on Saturday, Oct. 3, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at 15 Kettle Creek Road. Expect fire and police demonstrations, a motorcycle poker run, 5K, rides, vendors, food, raffles, and live music from The Phil Engel Band.
3. Toms River Council Backs Parkway Sound Wall as Widening Project Looms (shorebeat.com) — Toms River officials have endorsed building a sound wall along the northbound Garden State Parkway between interchanges 82A and 83, a move residents say they've awaited for decades. The wall, fully funded through a larger Parkway widening and bridge project stretching through Toms River, aims to cut noise and improve backyard security without costing nearby homeowners or the township.
4. Toms River's Iconic Halloween Parade Returns: Expect Record Crowds and Festivities on Oct. 31 (wrat.com) — Downtown Toms River will be packed on Saturday, Oct. 31, when the 87th Annual Halloween Parade steps off at 7 p.m. along Main and Washington streets. Organizers expect record crowds, and residents, families, and local groups can still register at the Robbins Street firehouse on select evenings and on parade day to march, ride floats, or join in costume.
5. Get a Fresh Take on Italian Classics with Food Network Star Joe Sasto on October 6th (newjerseystage.com) — Toms River home cooks can log on October 6 for a free virtual Ocean County Library talk with Food Network star Joe Sasto, exploring his playful Italian cookbook and pasta techniques. Registration is required, and cardholders can borrow his book locally, while additional listings spotlight October concerts at the Grunin Center right in town.
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