Barnegat/Waretown Top Stories
By PAT SHARKEY
January 26, 2026
STAFFORD — Get ready to travel back to the "Green River." The spirit of 1969 is coming to the Jersey Shore as Creedence Clearwater Revived, one of the world’s premier tribute acts, takes the stage at the Stafford Township Arts Center (STAC) on Saturday, April 11, 2026.The performance, scheduled for ...
SOUTHERN OCEAN COUNTY – Young athletes in Southern Ocean County looking to sharpen their skills on the turf have a new opportunity this spring. The Lions Cub Club, affiliated with the Stafford Field Hockey Club, has officially opened registration for its Spring 2026 season.The program, which hosts ...
SOUTHERN OCEAN COUNTY - Sunday's winter storm brought snowfall amounts New Jersey hasn't seen in quite a few years, along with wind and freezing temps that made being outside even more unbearable.Most New Jersey residents are heeding the calls to stay inside and hunker down, allowing road crews, ...
TOMS RIVER – It was a dominant day in the water for Barnegat High School as both the boys and girls swimming teams secured identical 92-77 victories over Toms River North. The wins move the girls to a balanced 4-4 record on the season, while the boys improve to 3-5.The Bengals girls' team displayed ...
HARVEY CEDARS, NJ — Local women looking for a unique blend of fitness and spiritual refreshment are invited to "Renew 2026," a workshop hosted by the Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) Action Sports. The event will take place on Saturday, March 7th, at the Davis Center within the Harvey Cedars ...
MULLICA HILL — In a game defined by defensive grit and rebounding battles, the Barnegat Bengals (6-11) fell just short against West Deptford (9-6), dropping a 40-34 decision at the South vs. Shore Showcase on Saturday.Despite a dominant performance on the glass and a game-high scoring effort from ...
PATERSON, NJ - Snow is blanketing the state, giving TAPinto readers a good reason to stay inside, cuddle up under a blanket, and catch up on local news!With more than 90 news sites covering more than 145 municipalities in New Jersey, we want to see how our readers are handling the winter weather ...
STAFFORD — The local community gathered in a powerful show of solidarity this week as the David’s Dream & Believe Cancer Foundation (DDBCF) hosted its "Dream BIG: Burgers & Brews" fundraiser. Held at the ManaFirkin Brewing Company, the event combined local flavor with a urgent mission, ...
TOMS RIVER — The Barnegat High School girls' winter track team made a loud statement at "The Bubble" this past Thursday, bringing home a county title and a historic school record during the Ocean County Championships.Leading the charge for the Bengals was Ellie Buschiazzo, who dominated the shot ...
BAYVILLE, NJ – In a Shore Conference clash on Friday night, the Central Regional Golden Eagles utilized a dominant fourth-quarter surge to pull away from the Barnegat Bengals, securing a 50-38 victory on their home court.The matchup was a defensive battle through the first three quarters. Barnegat ...
BARNEGAT, NJ – In a Friday afternoon Shore Conference clash, Madeline Nolan exploded for 30 points to lead Manchester Township (4-8) to a 47-34 victory over the Barnegat Bengals (6-10).The game was a tale of two halves. Barnegat held a narrow 26-18 lead at the halftime break, thanks to a strong ...
BARNEGAT TOWNSHIP, NJ – The Barnegat Police Department and the Office of Emergency Management (OEM) are on high alert as a significant winter storm is projected to impact the region starting Saturday night, January 24, 2026, and continuing through Monday morning.With heavy snow and high winds in ...
BARNEGAT, NJ — The Barnegat Township School District has officially announced its January 2026 UPstander recipients, honoring a select group of students who embody the "Bengal PRIDE" character trait of the month: Acceptance.The UPstander program recognizes students across all grade levels who go ...
BARNEGAT, NJ — In a dual meet that saw momentum swing back and forth with every whistle, the Barnegat High School boys wrestling team showcased grit and technical skill against Red Bank Regional. Despite several dominant individual performances, the Bengals fell just short in the final team tally, ...
ROBBINSVILLE, NJ – The "stall-ball" era of New Jersey high school basketball is officially on notice. On Wednesday, the NJSIAA Executive Committee passed a first reading to implement a mandatory 35-second shot clock for all varsity boys and girls basketball contests.While the proposal still ...
BARNEGAT, NJ — On a night dedicated to the leaders of the program, the Barnegat Bengals showcased the depth and teamwork that have become their trademark this season. Before a packed home crowd on Wednesday night, the Bengals honored their senior class before dismantling Lakewood in a decisive ...
TRENTON, NJ — After more than a decade of clicking keyboards, students will be required to put pen to paper once again as cursive writing makes a comeback in public schools. In his final hours in office, Gov. Phil Murphy signed S1783/A3865 into law, requiring all school districts to reintroduce ...
SOUTHERN OCEAN COUNTY – All of us here in Southern Ocean County should keep our shovels and salt ready as a new weather system threatens to bring significant snowfall to the region. After a series of "polar punches" earlier this month, the National Weather Service (NWS) is closely monitoring a ...
BARNEGAT - The Barnegat Police Department wrote the following information for residents regarding the new NJ E-Bike Law signed by Governor Murphy on January 19, 2026.NEW E‑BIKE RULES NOW IN EFFECT IN NEW JERSEYNew Jersey has enacted a new statewide law for e‑bikes and e‑scooters after several ...
TRENTON, NJ — The e-bike bill we’ve been tracking — a story that first surfaced locally at a Manasquan Council meeting in October, when supporters framed it as a public safety fix and opponents raised concerns about how broadly it could apply — has now cleared both the New Jersey Senate and ...
GLASSBORO, NJ – The Barnegat Township School District is celebrating a major musical milestone this week as senior Liam Roehrig represented the Bengals on one of the region's most prestigious stages.On Sunday afternoon, Roehrig performed with the All-South Jersey Region III Symphonic Band during ...
GLASSBORO, NJ – The halls of Rowan University echoed with musical excellence this past Sunday, January 18th, as nine standout students from Southern Regional took the stage for the 2025-2026 All-South Jersey High School Wind Ensemble and Symphonic Band concert.The prestigious event followed a ...
MANASQUAN, NJ — A U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) crew from Station Manasquan Inlet, working alongside an Air Station Atlantic City helicopter team, rescued three mariners early Saturday after a 74-foot pleasure craft began taking on water and started to sink roughly 4 nautical miles northeast of Shark ...
STAFFORD TOWNSHIP, NJ – A New Year’s Eve shoplifting incident at the Manahawkin Target has led to the arrest of a Little Egg Harbor woman following a week-long investigation and a subsequent traffic stop.On December 31, 2025, at approximately 6:25 pm, Stafford Township Police responded to reports ...
HOLLAND, PA – In what is widely regarded as the final “Super Tournament” of the regular season, Southern Regional traveled to Council Rock South this weekend to test their mettle against the nation’s elite. Competing in a field that featured ten of the country’s top 40 programs, the Rams secured ...
TOMS RIVER, NJ - Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore will host its annual Young Women’s Leadership Summit on Saturday, February 7, at Ocean County College, welcoming middle and high school girls from across Monmouth and Ocean Counties for a powerful day of inspiration, leadership, and connection. The ...
LITTLE EGG HARBOR – It was a day of "what-ifs" for the Barnegat Bengals wrestling team at the Pinelands Regional Quad Match. While the Bengals displayed impressive individual dominance in the heavier weight classes, they ultimately came up short in both dual meets, dropping a contest to host ...
BARNEGAT, NJ – Senior Madysen Plescho put on a clinic on Saturday, erupting for a game-high 18 points to lead the Barnegat Bengals to a decisive 44-26 victory over the Ocean Township Spartans.The victory marks a significant momentum shift for the Bengals (6-8), who displayed a high-octane defense ...
SOUTHERN OCEAN COUNTY – Crossroads Psychological Associates is pleased to announce that Jacob Hartman, Psy.D., has joined its esteemed clinical team. Dr. Hartman joins Dr. David Riley and Dr. Jeffrey Newenhouse in a group practice with a longstanding reputation for excellence, integrity, and ...
LITTLE EGG HARBOR, NJ — Ready to prove you have the best toss in town? Family Promise of the Jersey Shore is inviting the community to grab a partner and head to the boards for a night of competitive fun and philanthropy.On Friday, February 20, Calvary Baptist Church will transform into a cornhole ...