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Hey there, Toms River! Let's get started with what's happening in and around town. Read on and stay in the loop. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Toms River workers turn a scary walk to school into support
  • What conditions Toms River set for Route 37's double drive-thru
  • How Toms River veterans can tap key benefits in one afternoon

Also on today's calendar: Soup Cooking Class with The Innkeeper and 13 more events.

Today's riddle: What do you get when you cross an angry cow with an angry sheep? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Thursday: Very warm; a morning shower, with a high of 88 and low of 69 degrees. 🌶 Hot!
  • Friday: Periods of sun; less humid, temps: high: 80, low: 60.
  • Saturday: Turning cloudy, with a high of 78 and low of 66 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. DPW Workers Comfort Boy, 6, After Mom Suffers Medical Episode In Toms River (patch.com) — Two Toms River public works employees are being praised after helping a 6‑year‑old boy whose mother suffered a medical episode while walking him to East Dover Elementary on the first day of school. As first responders treated his mom, the workers comforted the child, guided him safely across Vaughn Avenue, and ensured he reached school on time, drawing thanks from school and township leaders.
   

2. Expansion of Route 37 Burger King Restaurant Approved (shorebeat.com) — A busy Burger King on Route 37 in Toms River has won final approval to add a second drive-thru lane and rework its site to handle more traffic. The expansion comes with strict conditions, including new fencing by nearby homes, multiple agency sign-offs, environmental compliance, and performance guarantees to the township before work can proceed.
   

3. Toms River Library to Host Veterans' Resource Fair in November (shorebeat.com) — Veterans and their families in Toms River can connect with benefits, health care, employment, housing, and more at a free Veterans' Resource Fair on Saturday, Nov. 21 at the Ocean County Library's Toms River branch. No registration is required, and multiple local and state veterans' organizations will be on hand to answer questions and offer support.
   

4. Builder Sues Toms River Over Downtown Redevelopment (jerseyshoreonline.com) — A key court fight over Toms River's downtown waterfront redevelopment is coming to a head, as a judge hears Meridia's civil rights claim against the township on September 18. The outcome could expose Toms River to financial penalties and influence how tall, dense projects and affordable housing are handled downtown, even though it won't immediately decide whether construction can proceed.
   

5. Major changes planned for Garden State Parkway in Toms River area (news12.com) — Drivers in and around Toms River face big changes as a $500 million project reconfigures Garden State Parkway interchanges 80 and 81, adding new ramps, lanes, and wider shoulders to ease crashes and backups. Residents can learn more and share feedback at a public meeting Wednesday at 6 p.m. at the Ocean County Library in downtown Toms River.
   

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What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Go On a Bilingual Summertime Adventure with Musician/Author Lucky Diaz —Dan Fitzgerald Read on Patch
  • K's Catnip Corner Cat Lounge Invites Book Lovers To Check Out Silent Book Club Toms River Chapter —K's Kitten Rescue Read on Patch
  • YMCA of the Jersey Shore Invites Community to "Passport to Wellness" Open House on Sept. 25 —YMCA of the Jersey Shore Read on Patch
  • Learn the Dangers and Signs of Human Trafficking at the Jackson Library —Dan Fitzgerald Read on Patch
  • Veterans' Resource Fair Coming to the Ocean County Library's Toms River Branch —Dan Fitzgerald Read on Patch
  • SHE HAS BEEN FOUND.
    THANK YOU EVERYONE FOR THE POSITIVE THOUGHTS! ****Missing**** my Daughters cat. Her name is Chicken (don't ask) we saw her this morning can't… (Nextdoor Holiday City)
  • Good morning.
    Maxine.... (3 pics/tap) Thanks for the giggles this AM (Nextdoor Holiday Heights)
  • Edgewood Properties posted a job opening for Appliance Service Technician in Toms River. Apply here.
  • Papa John's Pizza posted a job opening for Restaurant Team Member 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!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: An animal that's in a baaaaad mooood! (Thank you Lisa A. for sending it in!)
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