Barnegat/Waretown Top Stories
By PAT SHARKEY
November 14, 2025
OCEAN TOWNSHIP, NJ – The Ocean Township Police Department is gearing up to host its annual "Stuff The Cruiser" event, asking residents to help brighten the holiday season for local children in need.The popular toy drive will take place on Saturday, November 22nd, from 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM in the ...
BARNEGAT, NJ – The holiday spirit is set to shine brightly in Barnegat Township as the community gathers for the Annual Barnegat Holiday Market on Saturday, December 6th, at the Fred Watts Gazebo Park on Route 9.Open from 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM, the festive pop-up market promises an afternoon of local ...
CHERRY HILL - The Southern Regional Rams (16-6-2) proved that championship pedigree runs deep, dismantling the Cherry Hill East Cougars (15-6-1) with a dominant 5-1 victory yesterday to capture their second consecutive sectional championship.The game was a defensive chess match in the first half, ...
STAFFORD — The Southern Regional High School boys soccer team is on the brink of an amazing accomplishment, continuing its inspiring quest to defend its NJSIAA State Group IV Championship title with a pivotal sectional final match tomorrow, Friday, November 14th.The Rams, under the guidance of new ...
BARNEGAT, NJ — Dredging operations are in full swing across several key waterways in the Barnegat Bay area, with the New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) and local municipalities coordinating efforts to restore and maintain safe navigation depths. Mariners are urged to exercise extreme ...
STAFFORD —The Main Street Church's Woman's Ministry is inviting the community to embrace the spirit of the season at their annual "The Joy of Christmas" Dinner. The event, set for Saturday, December 6th at 6 PM at the Main Street Alliance Church in Manahawkin, NJ, promises an evening of fellowship, ...
TRENTON, NJ — Self-driving cars, legal in other states but not New Jersey, would operate here in test runs under a bill released on Monday by the Senate Transportation Committee. Trials would take place on closed and open roads under S4702, sponsored by Senator Andrew Zwicker (D - District ...
MANAHAWKIN, N.J. — Black Sheep Studios is turning up the heat—literally—with the launch of their new infrared classes at their Young Plaza location, 420 N. Main St., Suites B & E in Manahawkin.To celebrate the expansion, the studio is offering free 30-minute classes on November 15 and 16, open ...
BARNEGAT - Staff and students at Barnegat Township Horbelt School paid a moving tribute to local veterans today, hosting a special ceremony to honor their service to the country.The event, held in the school's gymnasium, was filled with expressions of gratitude and deep respect for the men and ...
The Southern Regional Rams (15-6-2) delivered a stunning upset in the sectional semi-finals, defeating the top-seeded Washington Township Minutemen (20-2-2) with a dramatic 5-4 overtime victory. The thrilling match, which featured back-and-forth scoring and incredible late-game heroics, saw ...
MANAHAWKIN, N.J. — Black Sheep Studios is bringing the heat this November with the launch of a brand-new Kickboxing class at its Young Plaza location (Unit B) in Manahawkin.The class kicks off this Thursday, November 13, at 6:30 p.m. and offers a 50-minute, all-levels experience that fuses ...
BARNEGAT - The spirit of Halloween truly came alive in Barnegat Township this year, as residents showcased their creativity and spooky ingenuity in the annual Halloween House Decorating Contest!Deputy Mayor Al Bille proudly announced the contest results and distributed gift cards to the top ...
MEDFORD - The season came to a dramatic close for Southern Regional's field hockey team on Monday as they fell 2-0 to Cherokee in the NJSIAA South Jersey Group IV semifinals. The tightly contested match was a defensive battle through three quarters before Cherokee broke the deadlock in the final ...
STAFFORD TWP — The Southern Regional Rams saw their promising season come to a crushing end Saturday as the Kingsway Regional Dragons scored 21 unanswered second-half points to claim a decisive 28-7 victory in the NJSIAA South Jersey Group 5 semi-final.The Dragons (9-2), the third seed, managed to ...
STAFFORD – The NJSIAA South Jersey Group IV Volleyball Tournament delivered a nail-biting semifinal classic on Friday, as the Cherokee Chiefs (20-4) emerged victorious over a resilient Southern Regional Rams squad (18-10) in a five-set thriller. The Chiefs ultimately prevailed with set scores of ...
BARNEGAT — Starve Poverty International (SPI) has announced the launch of its annual "Harvest for Hope: Thanksgiving Collection Drive" to ensure that every local family in need can share a meal and essential household items this holiday season. The drive is a crucial part of Starve Poverty’s ...
Get ready for an unforgettable summer! Our 2026 Summer Camp gives kids the chance to explore, learn, and grow through outdoor adventures, STEAM challenges, and leadership-building activities. While girls are at the heart of the camp experience, boys are welcome in select sessions. Every camper will ...
EGG HARBOR TWP – The Southern Regional Rams (14-6-2) continued their quest to defend their South Jersey Group IV title, securing a hard-fought 2-0 victory over the Egg Harbor Eagles (13-4-3) in a sectional quarterfinal match on Friday.The decisive win punches the Rams' ticket to the NJSIAA ...
STAFFORD TOWNSHIP — The fourth-seeded Southern Regional High School Field Hockey team (13-6-1) advanced in the NJSIAA Tournament with a tense 1-0 overtime victory against the fifth-seeded Millville Thunderbolts (14-5) in the South Jersey Group IV quarterfinals on Thursday.The defensive battle ...
MANAHAWKIN, NJ — The Southern Regional High School Girls Volleyball team (18-9) secured a convincing victory in the NJSIAA Tournament on Wednesday, defeating Howell (13-9) in straight sets, 3-0 (25-23, 25-23, 25-22). The hard-fought sets showcase a tight match, despite the sweep.The win advances ...
BARNEGAT, NJ — The Barnegat High School girls' soccer team delivered a powerful performance on Tuesday, cruising to a dominant 6-0 victory over No. 12 seed Overbrook in the opening round of the NJSIAA South Jersey Group 2 playoffs.The No. 5 seed Bengals (now 12-9) were in control from the start, ...
STAFFORD – The Southern Regional Rams secured a hard-fought victory on Tuesday, advancing in the NJSIAA Group IV tournament with a tight 1-0 win over the Central Regional Golden Eagles. The Rams' defense held firm, and a crucial late-game goal proved to be the difference maker in the intense ...
STAFFORD — The Southern Regional High School boys' soccer team powered past No. 12 seed Williamstown Braves with a commanding 5-2 victory in the opening round of the NJSIAA playoffs, securing their spot in the sectional quarterfinals. The No. 5 seed Rams broke open a tight contest with a relentless ...
BARNEGAT— A Barnegat resident was saved from a devastating financial loss this week, thanks to the swift, after-hours work of the Barnegat Police Department and its federal and corporate partners. The quick teamwork prevented a sophisticated computer scam from robbing the resident of $95,000.The ...
WARETOWN - The spirit of the holidays is arriving early! The Ocean Township Police Department is inviting the community to participate in its annual "Stuff The Cruiser" Event—a beloved holiday toy drive aimed at ensuring every child in the area has a gift to open this season.The event is set to ...
NEW JERSEY — Democrat Mikie Sherrill was elected governor over Republican Jack Ciattarelli on Tuesday to become the first woman from her party to lead the Garden State. With almost 90% of ballots counted, Sherrill had 56% of the vote to Ciattarelli’s 44%, according to The Associated Press, which ...
SOUTHERN OCEAN COUNTY—The unofficial election results across Southern Ocean County reaffirm the region's strong Republican lean, with GOP candidates sweeping county and state legislative races. Local municipal and school board contests, however, introduced new faces in several key positions, ...
STAFFORD - Patrons of The Old Causeway Steak & Oyster House are invited to enjoy a night of great food and live entertainment for a fantastic cause. The restaurant will host a special "Dine To Donate" event on November 25th from 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM, with 10% of all checks being donated to The ...
WALL TOWNSHIP, NJ — The Barnegat Bengals field hockey season came to an end on Monday as they were defeated 8-1 by the formidable Wall Township Crimson Knights in the first round of the NJSIAA South Jersey, Group 2 tournament.The 16th-seeded Bengals (7-12-1) faced a tough challenge against the ...
MANAHAWKIN, NJ — Black Sheep Studios is expanding its fitness offerings with new Reformer Pilates classes designed to help beginners build strength, balance, and confidence — and even toast to their progress.The studio’s new Beginner Reformer Fundamentals & Principles classes will be held ...