New Growth After Brush Fire

By Chris Lundy

BRICK – Nature is healing in just a few short weeks after a brush fire took place in the marshland area of Cedar Island Drive and Mandalay Road.

The fire started at around 7 p.m. on April 13. Police said that the firefighters quickly put out the bulk of the fire, but hotspots kept

There were no injuries or property damage reported, police said.

In this photo, taken three weeks later, you can see the growth bringing green back to the area.

More Than 80 Animals Removed From Brick Home

By Chris Lundy

BRICK – Another incident of animal hoarding was reported when police removed 87 animals from a home on Mantoloking Road.

Brick Police said they got a call from the resident asking for help with the animals on the evening of May 4. Officers arrived and were assisted by

Brick Township Fire District No. 1 and Berkeley HazMat.

The authorities removed 83 cats and three dogs, police said. There were no deceased animals on scene. At this time, the investigation is ongoing.

This residence is different from the one where 180 animals were found at a home on Arrowhead Park Drive last year.