Barnegat/Waretown Top Stories
By PAT SHARKEY
January 16, 2026
BERKELEY TWP – The Central Regional bowling team continued their climb in the Class B South standings on Friday, securing a clean 3-0 sweep over Barnegat. The Golden Eagles showcased consistent depth across all three games, finishing with a total pinfall of 2,278 to Barnegat’s 1,999.Central ...
HARVEY CEDARS — The Harvey Cedars Police Department is turning to the local community for help as they investigate an incident of vandalism that occurred at one of the borough’s beach access points earlier this week.According to authorities, the incident took place at the Burlington Avenue beach ...
JACKSON – Behind a masterful all-around performance from senior Isabella Finer, the Jackson Jaguars cruised to a 48-21 victory over the Barnegat Bengals on Thursday night.The Jaguars (6-5, 2-1) used a suffocating defense and transition offense to build an early lead, while Finer took over the stat ...
BRANT BEACH - It was a tale of two meets on the water as Manchester Township and Barnegat high schools split their boys and girls swimming matchups. The Manchester boys continued their dominant season, improving to 5-1 with a 91-75 victory, while the Barnegat girls surged to a 114-52 win to move to ...
BARNEGAT, NJ — In a defensive battle defined by grit and a fourth-quarter surge, Jackson Township (8-3) overcame a halftime deficit to defeat Barnegat (5-6) 41-34 on Tuesday night. Senior George Boley provided the steady hand for the Jaguars, finishing with a team-high 12 points to lead a balanced ...
STAFFORD - The Stafford Roller Hockey League is opening registration for the Spring 2026 Season.Online Registration is now OPEN.There will be an In-Person Registration on January 27 from 6:30 pm to 830 pm at the Roller Hockey Concession Stand.See information below.All forms for registration can be ...
BARNEGAT TOWNSHIP, NJ – Local authorities and school district officials are moving to reassure the public following a wave of social media posts concerning potential threats to the Barnegat Township School District. Following a thorough investigation, officials have confirmed that there is no ...
BARNEGAT, NJ — In a mid-season Shore Conference clash on Wednesday night, the Barnegat Bengals faced a powerhouse performance from Toms River North, ultimately falling to the Mariners in a dual meet defined by bonus points and quick pins.Despite a raucous home crowd at Barnegat High School, the ...
BARNEGAT, NJ – Behind a dominant offensive performance from its veteran leaders, the Barnegat girls basketball team secured a 48-37 victory over Raritan on Wednesday. The win moves the Bengals to 5-7 on the season, while the Rockets fall to 1-7.The contest began as a defensive stalemate, with both ...
BARNEGAT, NJ – Local and county authorities are investigating the cause of a structure fire that broke out at a residence on East Thorn Avenue Tuesday evening.Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer announced that at approximately 8:30 p.m. on January 13, 2026, the Barnegat Township Police ...
TRENTON, NJ — Gov. Phil Murphy delivered his final state of the state address on Tuesday in front of a joint session of the Legislature gathered in the Assembly chambers.From recognizing local diners to mentioning Tony Soprano, an animated Murphy closed the book on the past eight years in true ...
WEST LONG BRANCH – The Barnegat Bengals used a blend of technical precision and roster depth to secure a gritty 46-33 victory over Shore Regional on Monday night. While the Blue Devils put up a fierce fight in the center of the mat, Barnegat’s ability to maximize bonus points in the lower weights ...
BARNEGAT, NJ – Point Pleasant Boro used a balanced offensive attack and a dominant presence on the glass to defeat Barnegat High School, 45-35. Despite a gritty performance from the Bengals, the Panthers' depth proved too much to overcome in the final frame.The game began as a defensive struggle, ...
MANAHAWKIN — The atmosphere in the Southern Regional gymnasium was electric on Tuesday night, but the spotlight belonged to just one man: Noah Perna.The junior standout entered the record books, eclipsing the 1,000-point career scoring mark during a dominant 24-point performance to lead the Rams to ...
BARNEGAT - This past Sunday, Bayside Chapel launched the third installment of its series on the Book of Exodus, titled “When God Comes Near.” The opening sermon, “God Is Holy,” transported the congregation to the base of Mount Sinai, marking a pivotal transition in the biblical narrative from ...
OCEAN TOWNSHIP, NJ – The Ocean Township Police Department is proud to announce the recent graduation of Patrolman North and Patrolman Stevens from the New Jersey Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) training program. Hosted by the Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office, this specialized certification marks a ...
PISCATAWAY, NJ – A quiet River Road neighborhood became the site of a devastating domestic massacre on Monday, January 5, 2026, claiming the lives of an elderly Barnegat couple and their daughter in a triple homicide.The Middlesex County Prosecutors provided the following information. The victims ...
STAFFORD TWP - The hallways of Lighthouse Christian Academy are buzzing with a new kind of energy this semester—the sound of gears turning and code clicking into place. The academy’s 7th and 8th-grade students have officially dived into the world of high-tech robotics, marking a significant ...
TOMS RIVER, NJ – In a matchup defined by defensive grit and timely perimeter shooting, Donovan Catholic secured a 42-34 victory over Barnegat High School on Sunday. The game, held as part of the annual Coaches vs. Cancer event, saw the Griffins improve to 5-4 on the season while the Bengals fell to ...
TOMS RIVER, NJ – It was a historic day at the Toms River YMCA on Sunday, January 11, 2026, as the Southern Regional High School boys and girls swimming programs both captured the Ocean County Championship titles. The "Double Crown" victory solidifies the Rams' status as the premier swimming ...
WEST ORANGE, NJ - Governor Richard Codey, a driving force in New Jersey politics for more than half a century, died Sunday.His family announced the death of the 79-year-old on social media, saying he died “after a brief illness.”“He lived his life with humility, compassion, and a deep sense of ...
GALLOWAY< NJ — In a tightly contested Friday night showdown, the Barnegat Bengals (4-5) fell just short against Cedar Creek (5-2), losing 49-44 despite a spectacular individual performance from junior Jayla Duff.Duff was the story of the night for the Bengals, putting the team on her back with a ...
RUMSON — Behind a blitz of early pins and a powerful showing in the lower weights, Southern Regional wrestling secured a decisive victory over Rumson-Fair Haven. The Rams used a combination of technical precision and raw power to build an early lead that the Bulldogs simply couldn’t ...
BARNEGAT — Behind a powerhouse performance from senior Kharri Pringle, Toms River South surged past Barnegat on the road, securing a decisive 72-49 victory. The win pushes the Indians above the .500 mark with a 6-5 record, while the Bengals slip to 5-4.The Indians' offense was firing on all ...
MANAHAWKIN — In a matchup defined by defensive grit and high intensity, Central Regional made a definitive statement on Friday night. The Golden Eagles traveled to Manahawkin and dismantled No. 8 Southern’s offense, walking away with a commanding 39-25 victory in Class A South action.From the ...
BARNEGAT TOWNSHIP, NJ – The Barnegat Township Police Department has issued an urgent "CAM Alert" warning residents of a sophisticated new scam involving fraudsters who pose as bank employees to steal physical debit cards directly from victims' homes.Authorities report that scammers are utilizing a ...
STAFFORD — The Barnegat boys' bowling team faced a challenging afternoon on Thursday, January 8, falling 3-0 to a sharp-shooting Manchester Township squad. The loss brings the Bengals' season record to 2-7, while Manchester continues its strong run, improving to 6-1-1.Manchester Township set the ...
NEPTUNE - Barnegat (5-3) relied on a strong second-half performance to pull away from Neptune (2-5), finishing with a 46-38 win. After a tight first quarter, Barnegat’s defense tightened up, holding Neptune to just 4 points in the second frame to build a lead they would never relinquish.The ...
RAMSEY, NJ — Public school districts across New Jersey will have to come up with a plan to ban student cell phone use for the entire school day by the start of the 2026-2027 school year under a new law signed by Gov. Phil Murphy on Thursday.“With today’s bill signing, we are ensuring New Jersey ...
BARNEGAT — A narrow halftime lead wasn't enough to hold back Central, as the Golden Eagles (4-3, 1-0) used an explosive second-half run to secure a 61-34 victory over the Barnegat Bengals (4-3, 0-1).Sophomore Jaxen Carter led the charge for Central with 15 points and five assists, anchoring a ...