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🌱 Patch AM: Fatal Shooting At Wawa Under Investigation In Toms River, Prosecutor Says

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Cheers Toms River! We're back, helping you stay up to date with what's happening. Let's take on the day together! ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • Police probe deadly shooting at busy Toms River Wawa
  • Parkway redesign may delay Toms River emergency crews reaching crashes
  • Why more neighbors are living on Toms River's streets right now

Also on today's calendar: Flea Market and 13 more events.

Today's riddle: What do you call cows dancing in the dark 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Saturday: Clouds and sun; not as warm, with a high of 71 and low of 62 degrees.
  • Sunday: Some rain and a thunderstorm, temps: high: 75, low: 60.
  • Monday: A shower possible, with a high of 70 and low of 58 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Fatal Shooting At Wawa Under Investigation In Toms River, Prosecutor Says (patch.com) — Residents in Toms River are being urged to share any information after a person was fatally shot while sitting in a truck at the Wawa on Route 37 and Garfield Avenue. Authorities are searching for a dark-colored sedan, while prosecutors say nearby Toms River Regional schools remain open and operating normally despite the heavy police presence.
   

2. Crash Response Concerns Raised At Parkway Hearing In Toms River (patch.com) — Toms River residents are learning that a $509 million Garden State Parkway redesign between Exits 80 and 83 could slow local fire and crash response, especially on the northbound through lanes. At a public hearing in town, the Toms River Fire Company 1 chief and Mayor Daniel Rodrick raised concerns about emergency access and noise, while officials outlined new ramps, wider shoulders, and a possible sound wall near local neighborhoods.
   

3. More homeless gather in downtown Toms River; what can be done? (pressofatlanticcity.com) — Downtown Toms River is seeing more homeless residents gathering near the Ocean County Library, including people like Latesha, who lost her Winteringham Village apartment after health and financial setbacks. Her story highlights how quickly locals can slip into homelessness and substance relapse when medical crises and rising costs collide, raising urgent questions about what support the community can provide.
   

4. RWJBarnabas Health Cuts Ribbon on Toms River Ambulatory Care Facility (njbmagazine.com) — A new RWJBarnabas Health ambulatory care center has opened in the Nexus Building on Lakehurst Road, expanding women's health and urology services for Toms River residents. The upgraded suites centralize multiple specialties, from OB/GYN to future breast surgery services, so local patients can access coordinated, high-quality outpatient care close to home without traveling out of Ocean County.
   

5. Husband Accused Of Killing Wife Remains Jailed As Hearing Is Postponed (jerseyshoreonline.com) — In Toms River, a judge postponed the detention hearing for a Barnegat man accused of killing his wife, keeping him in Ocean County Jail at least until next week. The case has shaken nearby Barnegat, where the victim was a beloved school bus driver, and local schools and residents have created moving tributes while the legal process plays out.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Experience Autumnal Excitement at the Point Boro Library's Fall Fest —Dan Fitzgerald Read on Patch
  • Ks Kitten Rescue Now Accepting Vendor Applications From Crafters And Food Trucks For Christmas Market —K's Kitten Rescue Read on Patch
  • Book & Handcrafted Treasure Sale Fundraiser Coming to the Barnegat Library —Dan Fitzgerald Read on Patch
  • Garden State Homegrown: A Tribute to New Jersey Musicians —Dan Fitzgerald Read on Patch
  • Seaside Heights Fire Department Shifts Training Focus for Fall and Winter —Linda Plessett Read on Patch
  • It's been 4 1/2 I had my hip nailing with a rod.
    Of course I did the worst hip brake. I'm seeing my orthopedist tomorrow in hopes of getting a date for my hip surgery . So please sent some prayer,… (Nextdoor Holiday City - Berkeley)
  • Aside from Home Depot and Loews.
    What's the best and reasonably priced place to buy Large mums? Also need corn stalks. Thank you in advance. (Nextdoor Mule Rd)
  • ShopRite posted a job opening for ShopRite - Meat Clean-up Clerk (Saker NJ) Salary Range $16.50 - $16.50/hr in Toms River. Apply here.
  • Burlington Stores posted a job opening for Seasonal Retail Stocking Associate - Part Time in Toms River. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Toms River here.

Ok Toms River! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Night Moo-s (Thank you John S. for sending it in!)
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