Barnegat/Waretown Top Stories
By KAITLYN DEBARTH
October 8, 2025
BEACH HAVEN, NJ — Firefighters from the Beach Haven Volunteer Fire Company responded Monday evening to a structure fire at the corner of Bay Avenue and Second Street, where heavy smoke was showing upon arrival, officials said.The blaze broke out around 5:40 p.m. on Oct. 6, prompting a mutual aid ...
NEW JERSEY — Eligible voters in New Jersey have three ways to cast their ballots in the 2025 General Election.According to the New Jersey Voter Information Portal, the three options are in-person early voting, at a polling place on Election Day and using a mail-in ballot.In Person on Election ...
WAYNE, NJ — The New Jersey Division of Consumer Affairs has issued an urgent warning to all licensed professionals about a new scam targeting applicants and licensees with fraudulent emails that attempt to install malicious software.According to the Division, scammers are sending emails instructing ...
GALLOWAY — The Barnegat girls’ tennis team (10-12) closed out a tightly contested match against the formidable Cedar Creek Pirates (14-3) on Tuesday, ultimately falling 3-2. Despite dominant performances in the singles lineup, Barnegat was unable to secure the necessary doubles points to clinch the ...
STAFFORD - The Southern Regional Rams boys' soccer team used a determined comeback effort and stellar senior play to defeat the Long Branch Green Wave 3-1 on Monday, claiming the top spot and a first-round bye in Group 8.The victory, which moves the Rams to 8-4-1 on the season, wasn't easy. Long ...
BARNEGAT - The Barnegat Bengals secured the Shore Conference Tournament (SCT) Group 3 third-place title with a hard-fought 2-1 victory over the Manchester Hawks on Tuesday.Seniors Ethan Yllanes and Riley Stolte provided the early offense, each finding the net in the first half to give the Bengals a ...
LONG BEACH ISLAND - The captains of the Beach Haven Charter Fishing Association are sailing for a variety of fish species and finding success on many fronts. The offshore tuna bite is still going strong. Meanwhile, the recently opened black sea bass season has made for limit fishing all around. In ...
TOMS RIVER, NJ — A former Stafford Township teacher already facing multiple sexual assault charges in Atlantic and Ocean County, is being charged again. Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer announced Tuesday that Darnell Williams, 34, of Manchester, was charged Oct. 6 with two counts each ...
WARETOWN, NJ — The Ocean County Vocational Technical School (OCVTS) Foundation will host its 4th Annual Turkey Dash 5K and 1-Mile Fun Run/Walk on Sunday, Nov. 2, 2025, along the Barnegat Branch Trail.Proceeds from the event will benefit the OCVTS Foundation, which is dedicated to helping ensure a ...
BARNEGAT – School leaders in Barnegat, New Jersey, have issued a stern warning to students and families after discovering that local students were participating in a disturbing social media trend that involves public urination on school grounds.In a letter sent to families on October 6, Barnegat ...
STAFFORD — The spirit of service and remembrance was on full display recently as the Ocean County Friendly Sons of the Shillelagh hit the pavement for a powerful cause. The local chapter traveled to New York City on September 28, 2025, to participate in the annual Tunnel to Towers 5K Run & ...
MANAHAWKIN, NJ — The Barnegat High School Marching Bengals took home first place over the weekend at the Tournament of Bands (TOB) regular season competition hosted at Southern Regional High School.Performing their 2025 production, “The Water Within,” the Marching Bengals earned a score of 79.380 ...
BARNEGAT LIGHT — Sea Tow Central NJ reported about a swift and cooperative rescue operation which unfolded Sunday after a vessel overturned just outside the Barnegat Inlet.At approximately 12:45 PM, a vigilant Good Samaritan reported the capsized boat on VHF Channel 16. Numerous marine assets ...
FREEHOLD, NJ – The Barnegat Bengals (3-3) struggled to keep pace with a resurgent Freehold Township Patriots (3-3) team on Friday night, falling 41-13 in a non-conference matchup dominated by a record-setting aerial attack.The star of the night was Freehold Township's senior quarterback Johnathan ...
LITTLE EGG HARBOR, NJ – The Barnegat Bengals (6-4-1) and the Pinelands Wildcats (4-4-2) battled to a hard-fought 1-1 tie on Friday in a competitive field hockey matchup that saw late-game drama determine the final score.Barnegat opened the scoring early in the first quarter. Forward Eva Watts found ...
LACEY – The Southern Regional Rams delivered a commanding performance on Friday night, defeating cross-town rival Lacey Township High School with a decisive 35-0 shutout victory. The Rams exploded for all their points in the first half, showcasing a balanced and relentless attack while the defense ...
WARETOWN - The annual Halloween House Decorating Contest returns to Ocean Township this year. Please register with form below.
MANAHAWKIN, NJ — Chick-fil-A Manahawkin announced with “heavy hearts” the passing of team member Gabriel Saldana, remembered by colleagues as a joyful presence who brightened the restaurant with his smile, music and dance.“Gabe was a bright light in our restaurant,” the business said in a ...
SOUTHERN OCEAN COUNTY, NJ — Black Sheep Studios, a premier fitness studio with three locations in Manahawkin and Long Beach Island, is hosting a Beginner Pilates Reformer Clinic this October.The program is designed for those new to the Pilates Reformer and will be held at the Manahawkin Garage ...
STAFFORD – Get ready to unwind and kick off your weekend in style! The Shops at Reynolds are hosting their Friday Night Happy Hour event every week from 3 PM to 6 PM, offering a perfect blend of relaxation, retail therapy, and seasonal inspiration.It's the ideal chance to transition from the work ...
STAFFORD - A brilliant moment of individual skill propelled Southern Regional to a pivotal 1-0 victory over Brick Memorial on Thursday afternoon. Senior Caden Schweigart provided the decisive moment, hammering a 30-yard blast into the net during the first half.The goal was all the offense the Rams ...
STAFFORD TOWNSHIP, NJ — The community is grieving the loss of 17-year-old Gabriel Saldana of Manahawkin, who died early Tuesday morning when his pickup truck struck a utility pole and overturned near the Nautilus Drive and Route 72 traffic light, police said.Since the accident, friends and ...
Query successfulQuery successfulQuery successfulQuery successfulLITTLE EGG HARBOR, NJ — The Pinelands Regional Wildcats (15-0) maintained their perfect record in dramatic fashion on Wednesday, prevailing over a determined Southern Regional Rams squad (12-5) in a thrilling five-set battle. The ...
TRENTON — A civilian U.S. Navy employee has been federally charged for fabricating an active shooter report that triggered an hour-long lockdown Tuesday at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, one of the nation's largest military installations. According to a federal complaint, her motive was a ...
STAFFORD - The Southern Regional Girls Soccer team is on a roll. They won Monday and Tuesday this week. On Tuesday, Southern erupted for three second-half goals to secure a decisive 3-0 victory over Donovan Catholic on Tuesday, improving their season record to 5-4.After a scoreless first half, the ...
BARNEGAT — The Southern Regional High School girls volleyball team defeated Barnegat in a decisive straight-set victory on Tuesday, powered by a dominant offensive display from Kayden Bulger. The Rams took the match 2-0 with set scores of 25-19 and 25-13, improving their season record to 12-4. The ...
JOINT BASE MDL, N.J. – A base-wide lockdown that lasted for approximately one hour at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst was lifted after officials determined there was no active shooter threat on Tuesday morning. The scare was reportedly triggered by gunshots heard during a training exercise.The ...
MANAHAWKIN, NJ — Southern Regional High School Cheer is holding a clothing and shoe drive fundraiser on Saturday, Oct. 4, from 9 to 11 a.m. at the high school, located at 90 Cedar Bridge Road.Community members are encouraged to donate gently used, and unwanted items packed in tightly tied bags. All ...
STAFFORD TOWNSHIP, NJ — A 17-year-old driver was killed early Tuesday morning after his pickup truck struck a utility pole and overturned on Route 72 in Manahawkin, police said.The crash occurred around 1:35 a.m. near the intersection of Nautilus Drive, according to Stafford Township ...
EDISON, NJ - The Barnegat School District announced a significant accomplishment this week. Special congratulations to the Barnegat High School Marching Bengals for their outstanding performance this past weekend. The Marching Bengals earned 2nd Place in “Class A” with a score of 68.70 at the New ...