Barnegat/Waretown Top Stories
By PAT SHARKEY
March 10, 2025
STAFFORD - Main Street Alliance Church in Manahawkin is hosting an Easter Extravaganza on April 12th from 12 p. m. to 2 p.m. Families are invited for a day of festive activities. The event promises entertainment for all ages, featuring:A photo opportunity with the Easter Bunny, allowing families to ...
STAFFORD - The Doo Wop Project (DWP), a high-energy musical experience, is hitting the road with an unforgettable live show that blends classic Doo Wop with contemporary chart-toppers. Featuring powerhouse vocalists from Broadway's Jersey Boys, Motown, Beautiful, and Hairspray, DWP takes audiences ...
ATLANTIC CITY - Southern Regional's wrestling legacy surged to new heights as Wyatt Stout, a University of Pennsylvania recruit, captured the NJSIAA state title at 157 pounds on Saturday in Atlantic City. This victory marks the sixth individual state champion in Rams history, further cementing the ...
CINCINNATI, OHIO - Hot off the news wire, it is exciting to report that Southern Regional alum Mike Gesicki signed a contract extension on Saturday, March 8 with the Cincinnati Bengals. The former Penn State standout tight end, has solidified his place in Cincinnati, signing a three-year, $25.5 ...
BARNEGAT - Portrait Paint Party with Mrs. Larsen! This event is for youth in the 3rd and 4th grades! Space is limited. Please Register.https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/96vy6zt
Being able to touch one’s toes may seem like a simple measure of fitness, but it can speak volumes about an individual’s flexibility and overall muscular health. Maintaining flexibility in critical areas such as the hamstrings, calves, and lower back is essential for supporting functional movement, ...
MIDDLE TOWNSHIP - Barnegat's impressive season concluded Wednesday night with a 59-45 loss to top-seeded Middle Township in the South Jersey, Group 2 semifinals. Despite the defeat, the Bengals, seeded fourth, showcased their resilience against a formidable opponent. Zemirah Enalls delivered a ...
MANCHESTER – Ryan T. Ramsay, 45, a social studies teacher and boys' basketball coach at Manchester Township High School, has been arrested and charged with sexual assault. The charges stem from allegations that he engaged in sexual activity with a 17-year-old female student multiple times in ...
NEW JERSEY — The average property tax bill in New Jersey surpassed $10,000 for the first time ever in 2024.The data was made public in Governor Phil Murphy’s “Budget in Brief” summary of his $58.1 billion annual spending plan for the fiscal year that begins July 1.New Jerseyans now on average pay ...
STAFFORD - Stafford Township and the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention invite the public to a virtual workshop on Wednesday, March 19th, from 6-7 p.m. Learn about suicide risk factors, prevention strategies, and how to have crucial conversations about mental health. Register with QR code ...
STAFFORD - The Shillelagh Bar is hosting the Ocean County Emerald Society Pipes and Drums on March 15 and March 17.The Shillelagh Bar is located at 609 East Bay Avenue in Manahawkin.
SOMERVILLE, NJ - Eating Disorders Awareness Week is an annual campaign sponsored by the National Eating Disorders Association. For 2025, the annual week dedicated to drawing the public’s attention to eating disorders began on Monday, February 24, and concluded on Sunday, March 2. The theme of this ...
STAFFORD - Southern athletes recently displayed their excellent skills last weekend at the NJSIAA Indoor Track Meet of Champions. The New Jersey Meet of Champions is a NJ top competitive event, and these victories represent significant athletic achievements for these Ram competitors. Cole Cramer ...
STAFFORD - A historic moment unfolded at Gwynedd Mercy University as freshman catcher Gabe Tomei achieved a feat never before seen in the program's history: hitting for the cycle on February 24. In a non-conference game against Delaware Valley University, Tomei launched a towering home run in the ...
BARNEGAT - The Barnegat Girls Basketball team defeated Haddonfield 56-46 at home in the South Jersey Group 2 quarterfinals. Barnegat was led by Zemirah Enalls with 19 points and 20 rebounds. Riley Fitzpatrick hit three three-point shots and scored 12 points. Emma Thornton scored 10 points with 13 ...
SHIP BOTTOM - The owners of Joe Pops Shore Bar in Ship Bottom announced on social media that the business is for sale. The business will continue to run as it is until the building and property are purchased. In a Friday morning, February 8th Facebook post, the owners posted these opening comments ...
LACEY- Five Southern Regional wrestlers won Region 7 championships on Saturday.113: 1-Anthony Mason (Southern) d. 2-Michael DiBiase (Red Bank Catholic), 3-2138: 1-Scottie Sari (Southern) md. 2-Riley Gutierrez (Lacey), 12-2144: 3-Attila Vigilante (Southern) by injury default over 1-Jake Zaltsman ...
BARNEGAT - Congratulations to Tammy Nicolini on being named B-South Coach of the Year by the Shore Girls Basketball Coaches Association.Coach Nicolini wrote:Feeling incredibly honored and thankful to be named Shore Conference B-South Coach of the Year! This achievement is a reflection of the hard ...
LACEY - Barnegat has multiple Region qualifiers for the second straight year, they are Trey DeMeo and Jayden Nieto. Southern wrestlers have captured 64 Region titles over the years and are second most all-time in the Shore Conference behind only Brick Memorial's 74. Southenr has had a streak of ...
ERMA - Barnegat's Boys Basketball season came to a close on Thursday as they fell to Lower Cape May in the first round of the South Jersey, Group 2 playoffs. Ty Bonner had a big night for LCM, dropping 25 points, including four three-pointers, and hitting his 1,000th career point. John Fernandez ...
Leer en españolNEWARK - U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) announced on Wednesday the “imminent” reopening of the Delaney Hall Facility in Newark, the first new immigration detention facility under the administration of President Donald Trump.Delaney Hall’s reopening comes after ...
BARNEGAT - Barnegat delivered a decisive 69-32 victory over Collingswood, securing their spot in the South Jersey Group 2 sectional's second round. The Bengals established an early lead, outscoring Collingswood 35-12 in the first half. Senior standouts Emma Thornton (21 points, 19 rebounds) and ...
TOMS RIVER, NJ – Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer announced the arrest of Juliette Tournier, 29, of Montgomery, Pennsylvania, on charges of Aggravated Arson, Eluding, and Receiving Stolen Property.Tournier is accused of setting a fire at a residence on North Central Avenue in Surf City ...
BARNEGAT - Congratulations to the Barnegat School District's February UPstander recipients.These fine students were recognized for the Bengal PRIDE character trait of the month for leadership: Todd Muhammad, BHS, 12th GradeSkylar Montefusco, ROBMS, 7th GradeBrielle Silva, RLHS, 6th GradeAiden ...
TRENTON, NJ — Gov. Phil Murphy proposed a record $58.1 billion state budget with more than $1 billion in new taxes and fees, a continued commitment to property-tax relief, and a raft of socially progressive initiatives that may collide with what he called “the noise of chaos and confusion” of ...
BARNEGAT - Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer announced the arrest of Fabian Lugo, 27, of Barnegat, on February 20, 2025, for possession of child pornography. The investigation began when the New Jersey State Police Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force received a cyber-tip from the ...
TOMS RIVER – Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer announced the arrest of Michael Marto, 28, of Tuckerton, on multiple charges related to a series of incidents in Lakewood. Marto faces charges of Sexual Assault, Luring, Lewdness, and four counts of Endangering the Welfare of a Child.The ...
LONG BEACH TOWNSHIP, NJ - LBI's premier fitness studio, Black Sheep Studios, is offering free cycling class demos all March long.Black Sheep is known for their wide range of fitness classes that challenge and empower each person who walks through their door. Now is the best time to try out their ...
Barnegat, NJ – A moment of pride for the Barnegat community as the varsity cheerleading coach was recently honored with an award at the New Jersey State Cheerleading Competition. The recognition comes as a testament to the coach’s dedication, leadership, and the remarkable achievements of the ...
MONROE TOWNSHIP, NJ - On Saturday, February 22, the Barnegat cheerleaders headed to compete in the New Jersey Cheerleading & Dance Coaches Association (NJCDCA) State Championship competition. The Barnegat High School cheerleading team has long been known for its competitive edge and school ...