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Around Toms River: 9/11 Remembrances, Charges In Pontoon Crash

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Toms River residents gather at the township's firefighters' memorial downtown to remember and honor the victims and first responders who died in the 9/11 terror attacks 20 years ago.
Toms River residents gather at the township's firefighters' memorial downtown to remember and honor the victims and first responders who died in the 9/11 terror attacks 20 years ago. (Karen Wall/Patch)

Welcome to the weekly Toms River digest. Take a look at the week's stories and other information we hope you will find useful.

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First, today's weather:

Clear throughout the day. High: 85 Low: 72.

Here are the top stories in Toms River this week:

  1. On 20th Anniversary Of 9/11, Toms River Honors Those Lost (Toms River Patch)
  2. Remembering 9/11 Victims From Toms River 20 Years Later (Toms River Patch)
  3. Fatal Barnegat Bay Pontoon Crash Draws Vehicular Homicide Charge For 18-Year-Old (Toms River Patch)
  4. 5 Things To Do In Ocean County This Weekend (Toms River Patch)
  5. Toms River Halloween Parade Returns To Downtown For 2021 (Toms River Patch)
  6. NJ girls soccer: Toms River North, Toms River East settle for Class A South tie (Asbury Park Press)
  7. $1.2M Toms River Home Offers Private 1-Acre Oasis (Toms River Patch)
  8. A $1.4 million renovation has started at Toms River's town hall (Asbury Park Press)
  9. Toms River Schools Starting Year Mask-Optional In Expected Heat (Toms River Patch)
  10. Around Toms River: Agreements Signed For Surf Club Purchase (Toms River Patch)

Today in Toms River:

  • Battle River Brewing 1-2-3 Run (7:00 AM)
  • Ocean County History Day (10:00 AM)
  • Rock for Autism hosted by New Horizons in Autism (12:00 PM)
  • Ocean County Drum Circle (1:00 PM)
  • National Recovery Month Educational Sessions for the Community (4:00 PM)

Toms River Patch Notebook

  • Ocean County Sheriff 911: "Good morning Ocean County! This was the view of the Hudson River on September 11, 2001....." (Facebook)
  • Toms River Police Department: "Today we think about the lives that were lost 20 years ago in the horrific attack on America. We think about all the lives touched, and will forever keep them in our hearts. Let us also never forget the days, weeks, months following that..." (Facebook)
  • Ocean County Sheriff 911: "This is Station 20, The Pinewald Pioneer Fire Company that responded to Ground Zero on the evening of September 11 2001. They were one of many fire, ems, and law enforcement agencies that responded that day and the days after to assist." (Facebook)
  • Ocean County Sheriff 911: "Good afternoon as we look back to almost twenty years ago we recognize the heroic passengers on United Flight 93 whose actions on September 11, 2001 saved the lives of many! Mark Bingham, Todd Beamer, Jeremy Gilick, and flight attendant ..." (Facebook)
  • Ocean County Sheriff 911: "Good morning Ocean County! Where were you when the world stopped turning on September 11, 2001. For many of us we were headed to work and for others they were putting their children on school busses. As we reflect on this tragic event tw..." (Facebook)
  • Ocean County Sheriff 911: "Our Marine Patrol out today on patrol in the Barnegat Bay!" (Facebook)
  • Ocean County Sheriff 911: "On behalf of Sheriff Michael Mastronardy and the entire staff at the Ocean County Sheriff's Office we say thank you to the Craven County Sheriff's Office in North Carolina who rendered medical attention to one of our very own earlier thi..." (Facebook)
  • Ocean County Sheriff 911: "Good evening Ocean County! As we move closer to the twentieth anniversary of September 11, 2001 we will pay tribute to the men and women who gave their lives that day and for those still are making the ultimate sacrifice! As many of us k..." (Facebook)
  • Ocean County Sheriff 911: "Our officers are now assisting our local schools!" (Facebook)
  • Toms River Regional School District: "We'll be updating our back-to-school photo gallery for the rest of the day and into tomorrow, but after 18 long months of all virtual, hybrid, and part time, we couldn't wait to share some visual proof that we are indeed back, for real. ..." (Facebook)
  • Toms River Online: "Sailfest is going on today in Island Heights.... #sailfest #islandheights #streetfair #crafters #venders #art #businesses #food #music #sailboats #river #familyfun #allday #alldayevent #tomsriveronline #wearetr" (Instagram)
  • Ocean County Sheriff 911: "Happy Birthday to our K9 Bear!" (Facebook)
  • Toms River Regional School District: ""'I will continue to assign a 9/11 project until the day I retire,' said Laurie Rose, High School East teacher." Today, schools throughout the district commemorated the 20th anniversary of September 11, 2001 with lessons, videos, reflect..." (Facebook)
  • Ocean County Sheriff 911: "Earlier this morning our office was on hand to pay tribute to the men and women who lost their lives twenty years ago today!" (Facebook)
  • Toms River Fire Dept., Company #1: "On September 11, 2001 members of the FDNY ran towards the fight. Climbing their way up the 110 floors of the WTC. This year Co #1 Firefighters Bruno and Ennis took on that challenge in their honor. Blood, sweat, sacrifice. We never forge..." (Facebook)
  • Toms River Online: "Tonight's sunset along the river... #sunset #tomsriver #rays #sunrays #sky #clouds #water #river #reflection #waterreflection #yellow #yellow #gold #goldenglow #golden #pink #blue #blueclouds #pinkclouds #islandheights #tomsriveronline #..." (Instagram)
  • Toms River Office of Emergency Management: "Today is a day of solemn remembrance as 20 years have passed since the terror attacks of 9/11. We reflect, we mourn, and we renew our strength as a nation, hand-in-hand and heart to heart. It is important to process today's significance ..." (Facebook)
  • Ocean County Health Department: "OCHD SET TO OPEN MANCHESTER COVID-19 VACCINATION CLINIC AND RETURNS TO RWJBARNABAS HEALTH ARENA OCHD Prepared to Offer Booster Doses for General Public on September 20th (Toms River) – The Ocean County Health Department (OCHD) announced ..." (Facebook)
  • Toms River Township Government, New Jersey: "Mayor Maurice Hill recently presented certificates of appreciation to employees from Parks, Buildings & Grounds, Code Enforcement and two Toms River Police Officers. This group is being recognized for an incident in which they assisted a..." (Facebook)
  • Ocean County Health Department: "STAY SAFE IN SCHOOL. GET VACCINATED AGAINST COVID-19 Learn the facts --Vaccines are: • SAFE: All vaccines, including COVID-19, have been tested and monitored for safety. Your child can get a COVID-19 vaccine and other vaccines at the sam..." (Facebook)
  • Ocean County Health Department: "BREAST MILK OF VACCINATED MOTHERS CONTAINS COVID-19 ANTIBODIES, STUDY SHOWS Researchers are exploring to what extent antibodies passed through breastmilk can protect babies from COVID-19. Read in USA TODAY: https://apple.news/Apqnq3ZktRK..." (Facebook)
  • Toms River Township Government, New Jersey: "This year marks the 20th anniversary of the September 11, 2011 attack on the World Trade Center. Toms River Fire Company #1 will host a Firefighter Memorial ceremony to honor the anniversary at 9:30 a.m. at the corner of Washington Stree..." (Facebook)
  • Ocean County Sheriff 911: "We are hiring for the position of Public Safety Telecommunicator. All inquires should contact our office at ocsheriffrecruiter@co.ocean.nj.us." (Facebook)
  • New Destiny Worship Center: "Message title: Engaged In Your Season" (Facebook)
  • Toms River Township Government, New Jersey: "On this day, the 20th anniversary, Mayor Hill and Council remember those who lost their lives on this tragic day and the impact to our nation. We thank the Toms River Fire Company #1 for hosting a service this morning at 9:30 to honor th..." (Facebook)
  • OCVTS: "Welcome back, Toms River OCVTS! Wishing everyone a fabulous 2021/2022 school year. 🏫 📚 🔧 ⚙️ 🏥 ⚡️ #firstdayofschool #ocvts #1stdayofschool #cte #careerandtecheducation #firstdayofschool2021" (Instagram)
  • Toms River Township Government, New Jersey: "Today, Toms River Volunteer Fire Company #1 in conjunction with the Toms River Township District 1 and 2 Fire Officer's Association held their annual ceremony in memory of the nearly 3,000 lives lost during the 9/11 attacks twenty years ..." (Facebook)
  • Toms River Macaroni Kid: "🍦🍦First Day of School Giveaway Happy first day of school for those that went back today! We want to see pictures of those smiling or not (if you have teens😂) faces! Post your picture in the comments all this week and we will pick a wi..." (Facebook)
  • Ocean County YMCA: "A huge thank you to volunteers who joined us for our 9/11 Day of Service!! https://www.facebook.com/UWMOC/" (Facebook)

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