Barnegat/Waretown Top Stories
By PAT SHARKEY
January 8, 2026
BARNEGAT, NJ – The Barnegat Township School District continues its winter of athletic dominance as the Girls Winter Track team shattered multiple school records during a historic showing at the Ocean County Relays.The quartet of Raegan Shive, Amaya Afflick, Kiyana Afflick, and Angelina Colavita ...
BARNEGAT, NJ – It has been a banner week for the Russell O. Brackman Middle School (ROBMS) spirit programs. Both the Dance and Cheer teams showcased their talent and hard work at recent regional competitions, bringing home a haul of trophies and top-tier rankings.Dance Team Shines at UDA Battle of ...
BARNEGAT, NJ – The Barnegat Township Committee rang in the new year by selecting a familiar face to lead the governing body and welcoming a newcomer to the second-highest post. During the annual reorganization meeting held on January 1, 2026, Pasquale “Pat” Pipi was sworn in as Mayor, while newly ...
MANCHESTER, NJ — The Manchester Township Hawks made a resounding statement on Tuesday night, utilizing a dominant first half to cruise past Barnegat with a 66-37 victory. The Hawks (3-4) showcased their offensive depth and suffocating defense, holding the Bengals to single digits in two different ...
BRANT BEACH – The Barnegat High School swimming program experienced a split decision during Tuesday’s dual meet against Brick Township. The Bengal boys secured their second win of the season in a down-to-the-wire finish, while the girls' team fell to a deep Brick Township squad despite a dominant ...
WEST CREEK, NJ – For over a decade, the Arctic Outreach has been the ultimate remedy for the winter blues, turning the year's coldest months into a season of giving. This year, the tradition enters a fresh chapter as the Jetty Rock Foundation and Tide Table Group announce that the 11th Annual ...
TRENTON — After multiple E-Bike bills were volleyed around the New Jersey statehouse and legislative districts in 2025, New Jersey lawmakers are advancing legislation that would significantly change how electric bicycles are regulated in the state, including requiring many riders to obtain ...
STAFFORD TOWNSHIP, NJ – A local fast-food worker is facing multiple felony charges after allegedly stealing customer credit card information at a drive-thru window last month.On December 30, 2025, detectives with the Stafford Township Police Department arrested Du'preme J. Holland, 25, of ...
WARETOWN — The Township of Ocean has officially opened the renewal window for 2026 dog and cat licenses. Local pet owners have from January 2nd through February 27th to register their animals without penalty.Under municipal guidelines, all dogs and cats aged seven months or older must be licensed ...
WOODBRIDGE, NJ — A tragic early-morning accident on the Garden State Parkway on New Years Day claimed the life of a 31-year-old Ocean County woman.New Jersey State Police confirmed that Tiara Muhammad, of Barnegat, died Thursday morning following a single-vehicle crash in Middlesex County.According ...
STAFFORD TOWNSHIP, NJ — A holiday investigation led to the arrest of a local man wanted in connection with a violent crime in Atlantic City.On December 25, 2025, at approximately 11:30 p.m., Stafford Township police officers arrived at a residence on Lanyard Road in Manahawkin. There, they took ...
STAFFORD — Southern Regional High School junior Adyson Griffin has recently announced her commitment to continue her academic and athletic career at Merrimack College. The standout goalkeeper, known for her "adrenaline monkey" mentality and high-stakes heroics, will join the Warriors’ Division I ...
BARNEGAT, NJ — The Barnegat Police Department has officially expanded its ranks with the addition of Patrolman Jerry Mecca, a highly decorated officer with over a decade of law enforcement experience.In a ceremony held recently at the Barnegat Municipal Complex, Mayor Pat Pipi administered the oath ...
MANAHAWKIN, N.J. — Black Sheep Studios, one of the area’s fastest-growing and most buzzed-about fitness destinations, is kicking off the New Year with a high-energy challenge designed to motivate, inspire and reward its dedicated community.The studio has announced its new “40 in 60” New Year ...
WILDWOOD — Behind a dominant defensive performance and a standout night from their junior core, the Barnegat Girls Basketball team climbed above the .500 mark on Tuesday, defeating Absegami 44-30 in the Wildwood Boardwalk Basketball ClassicThe Bengals (4-3) relied on a relentless "shut down" ...
BRANT BEACH - Southern Regional Sweeps Barnegat in Dominant Swimming Doubleheader— The Southern Regional swim teams delivered a powerhouse performance on both sides of the pool this week, securing convincing victories over local rival Barnegat. Both the Rams boys and girls teams improved to 4-1 on ...
STAFFORD — The annual Score at the Shore tournament concluded with high-octane action on Tuesday, as the Southern Regional Rams fell just short in a 74-70 nail-biter against Trenton in the third-place game.Despite the loss, a key story of the afternoon was Southern junior Noah Perna. For the second ...
NEW JERSEY — Driving in New Jersey will cost more starting Jan. 1, thanks to increasing fuel taxes and highway, bridge and tunnel tolls.One fee, called the petroleum products gross receipts tax, will increase by 4.2 cents per gallon. For gasoline, that new rate will be 38.6 cents, and for diesel, ...
STAFFORD TOWNSHIP, NJ – A chaotic holiday week kept Stafford Township police busy, resulting in several arrests ranging from a violent assault at a rehabilitation center to multiple shoplifting incidents at a local supermarket.Violence at Rehabilitation CenterOn December 26, 2025, officers were ...
MANAHAWKIN, NJ – The Southern Regional community has a new reason to swell with pride this week as standout alumnus JT Cornelius officially declared for the 2026 NFL Draft.The announcement marks the pinnacle of a whirlwind week for the former Ram, who has spent the last several years cementing his ...
WILDWOOD, NJ – Under the bright lights of the Boardwalk Basketball Classic on Saturday night, the Bridgeton Bulldogs captured the Bernie McCracken Memorial Bracket championship with a decisive 59-44 victory over the Barnegat Bengals.The tournament, a staple of the holiday season held at the ...
STAFFORD – Local residents looking to ring in the New Year with soulful rhythm and high-energy nostalgia need look no further than the Stafford Township Arts Center. On December 31st, the venue will host "Shadows Of The 60’s," a premier tribute production dedicated to the legendary "Super Groups" ...
BARNEGAT, NJ – Behind a breakout performance from freshman guard Myles Joseph, the Barnegat Bengals improved to 4-1 on the season with a commanding 67-27 victory over Cape May Tech.The Bengals set the tone early, suffocating the Cape May Tech offense and sprinting out to a 37-18 halftime lead.
WARETOWN – As the New Year approaches, Ocean Township officials are reminding residents of adjustments to the waste collection schedule to ensure a smooth transition into 2026.To avoid missed pickups during the holiday week, residents should take note of the following specific dates and ...
STAFFORD – The early morning chill was no match for the warmth displayed at Southern Regional Middle School today, as the "Seahawks Team" gathered at 7:00 AM to celebrate a massive fundraising achievement for a vital local cause.In a heartwarming presentation, students and faculty handed over a ...
NEW EGYPT — In a grit-and-grind defensive battle that came down to the wire, the Barnegat High School girls' basketball team found their second wind in the final frame to secure a 32-25 victory over New Egypt on Thursday.The Bengals (3-2) relied on a dominant defensive performance in the fourth ...
BARNEGAT TOWNSHIP, NJ – The spirit of the season was on full display this week as Barnegat Township officially crowned the winners of the annual Holiday House Decorating Contest. Residents across the township turned their front yards into winter wonderlands, but three homes stood out for their ...
SOUTHERN OCEAN COUNTY— On Christmas, the teams at TAPinto Stafford-LBI and TAPinto Barnegat-Waretown are pausing to extend a heartfelt "Merry Christmas" and a debt of gratitude to the local community.The sites are coming off a landmark year, reporting record-breaking readership across both ...
BARNEGAT, NJ – Behind a career-best performance from freshman Chancellor Joseph, the Barnegat Bengals jumped out to an early lead and withstood a late-game surge to defeat Oakcrest 62-59 on Wednesday night.The Bengals (3-1) wasted no time establishing dominance, sprinting to a 19-8 lead by the end ...
NEW JERSEY – The BHS Wrestling team reached a new season milestone this weekend, capturing the team title at the prestigious Garden State Classic Championship. The victory was fueled by a dominant collective performance, with six individual wrestlers placing in their respective weight classes.The ...