The BRICK Times Vol. 25 - No. 16
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Photos by Bob Vosseller A large crowd came out to check out a variety of interesting vehicles for the recently held 20th Annual Brick PBA #230 Car Show at Windward Beach.
Greg Kennedy, a trustee and former president of the Brick Township Exempt Firemen’s Association, shows By Bob Vosseller BRICK – Cars, trucks and other off their 1929 American LaFrance fire truck. vehicles filled Windward Beach on a recent Thursday afternoon for the 20th Annual pumps,” he said. “We bought it for a dollar way back in the 60s and it came from Chatham. It was Brick PBA # 230 Car Show. There were sports cars, classic cars, a life-sized an original fire truck in Chatham.” Hot Wheels and one of the township’s most “One of the guys who owns one of the marinas vintage fire trucks on display during the event here in town, he bought it for a dollar. It was which was part of the township’s Summerfest repainted 24 years ago. We haven’t got it pinstriped. We are working on that but it is a work series of activities. The classic firetruck has a rich history and Greg in progress and it belongs to the Brick Township Kennedy shared its elaborate background. “This Exempt Firemen’s Association,” Kennedy addis a 1929 American LaFrance. It is a six cylinder, ed. He is a former president of the organization. The current president is Harry Wight, with two cylinders per bell and believe it or not it is James Kenney as vice president, Tom Giannatstill operational.” The truck stood out among the many that were tasio as treasurer, Gary W. Avazier as recording parked within the Windward Park field that day. secretary and Raymond Ostarticki as financial “We don’t fight fires with it of course but it still (Car Show - See Page 4)
More Vehicles To Be Allowed On Beaches By Judy Smestad-Nunn BRICK - There will be more beach vehicles allowed on township beaches this winter as the governing body voted in favor of an introduced ordinance that would increase their number from 125 to 200. “This ordinance is being presented by the township’s Recreation Committee,” said Councilwoman Heather deJong during a recent Township Council meeting. “Each year in the month of September, the township Clerk’s office issues beach vehicle permits for the fishermen to drive on the beach in the off season,” she said. Over the past few years, demand for the popular permits has increased, and based on that, the department asked to increase the number by 50, deJong said.
“This number was approved by engineering, the Police Department, and beach staff as a reasonable number to accommodate,” she said. “Staff is also requesting that the lottery be open only to Brick Township residents on the first day.” During the portion of the meeting where the public can comment on any town issues, resident Deborah Williams, who lives in an adult community off of Herbertsville Road, described a harrowing car accident she had in January when someone ran a red light. “This is not political in any way,” she said. “This is strictly Debbie coming before you regarding a personal matter and a safety matter.” She said her life changed that day when she was on her way
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(Vehicles On Beach - See Page 4)
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August 23, 2025
By Stephanie Faughnan BRICK - When “Patty” first walked into Dottie’s House more than a decade ago, she broke down in tears. The modest three-bedroom apartment was more than just a place to live. It was, as she described it, “a beautiful little home” - a safe space where she and her children could begin again. Patty is not her real name, but a pseudonym to protect her family’s privacy. A stay-at-home mom, she had made the painful choice to leave an emotionally abusive marriage, bringing her many children with her. Like so many survivors, Patty didn’t realize what she had endured was domestic violence until a friend gently gave it a name. Her first stop had been her mother’s house, but it was far too crowded to be a long-term solution. In desperation, she called Homes Now, a nonprofit offering affordable rentals. Though nothing was available, she soon received a call from the now late Bill Jungerman, a longtime fixture at Dottie’s House. “He was probably one of the most important people I ever met,” Patty said. “He told me, ‘Watch the actions, not the words.’ That single phrase has guided me ever since. And he was the one who called to say, ‘I think (Dottie’s House - See Page 5)
A Lifeline For Domestic Violence Survivors
By Stephanie Faughnan OCEAN COUNTY - Domestic violence is not always visible. It can take the form of bruises and broken bones, but it can also mean withheld paychecks, relentless humiliation, or threats that leave someone too afraid to leave. Recognizing that abuse is multifaceted, Providence House Domestic Violence Services in Ocean County has been a refuge for survivors since 1986, offering both safety and support to those in crisis. “We provide crisis services for survivors of domestic violence in Ocean County,” said Mary Pettrow, Service Area Director of Children and Family Services at Catholic Charities, Diocese of Trenton. “That includes emergency housing for people fleeing abusive situations. Survivors can stay in our safe house for up to 60 days.” Unlike other programs that may involve waiting lists, Providence House makes it clear that anyone in (Lifeline - See Page 6)
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