Muskrat Jack got the call ... Generations of locals — people and critters — were better off for it. “Such a character,” Riehl said. “He’ll be missed.” Jerry Carino is community ...

You may not recognize his given name John Neary, but anyone living from Manasquan to Toms River most likely has heard his nickname “Muskrat Jack,” the long-time animal control officer for many ...