Barnegat/Waretown Top Stories
By TONY GALLOTTO AND PAT SHARKEY
February 24, 2025
TINTON FALLS, NJ — Mayor Vito Perillo – New Jersey’s and America's oldest mayor – died on Saturday, Feb. 22, according to social media, news reports, and statements lauding his exemplary two-term community service.Perillo celebrated his 100th birthday on Sept. 22, 2024. In December, he announced he ...
MANALAPAN - Barnegat's girls' basketball team, eager to maintain their momentum before Thursday's NJSIAA South Jersey Group II tournament opener, traveled to Manalapan and secured a decisive 70-44 victory. The standout performance came from Zemirah Enalls, who delivered an astonishing 35 points and ...
STAFFORD - The Stafford Township Arts Center is hosting “Taylor's Story” on Saturday, March 1st at 7:30 p.m. This promises to be a great event!With a passion for storytelling and a voice that echoes the emotion and authenticity of Taylor’s music, Shannon delivers a performance that goes beyond ...
WARETOWN - The Ocean Township community recently congratulated Kevin McKnight on his promotion to Sergeant!Kevin, a lifelong Waretown resident, exemplifies the values of service and dedication. After graduating from Southern Regional High School, he served our nation with distinction in the United ...
STAFFORD - Southern Regional High School hosted the District 26 championships on Saturday. Lacey won the team title, defeating Southern 232-228. Barnegat's Trey DeMeo took third place at 144 lbs. Jayden Nieto took fourth at 157 and Geral Miller also took fourth at 175 lbs.Southern Regional:Ram ...
LINWOOD - The Barnegat High School girls basketball team got in a warmup contest for next week's NJSIAA tournament and suffered a 55-51 loss to Mainland. Barnegat was led by Zemirah Enalls with 19 points, Emma Thornton with 12 and Riley Fitzpatrick with 11. The Lady Bengals host Collingswood on ...
BARNEGAT - Senior Mason Krey scored 14 points and joined Mike Revello as just the second player in Barnegat boys' basketball history to reach the 1,000-point milestone in his career, although the Bengals fell to the Rams at home.Hightstown set out in a blistering first quarter that propelled them ...
TRENTON – New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) officials today announced Route 72 is scheduled to have a single lane closed in both directions next Wednesday, February 26 and Thursday, February 27, as the Route 72 Manahawkin Bay Bridges project advances in Stafford, Ocean County. This ...
BARNEGAT - Emma Thornton returned from injury with 15 points for Barnegat. It was not enough as Holmdel secured their victory with a dominant fourth quarter, outscoring Barnegat 18-8. Mackenzie Teevan, a senior, led all scorers with 32 points and also pulled down 15 rebounds.Casey Zammit ...
STAFFORD - College and career aged young people are invited to a College and Career Bible Study led by Joey Robertson at the Manahawkin Baptist Church.The group takes place every Monday night at 7 p.m. Call the church for more information. (609) 597-7586
JACKSON - Mason Krey delivered a career-best performance with 29 points, including five three-pointers, leading the Bengals to a decisive victory over the Lions. Senior Cole Toddings also contributed significantly with 12 points for Barnegat.Krey is 12 points shy of 1000 career points. The Bengals ...
BARNEGAT - The Barnegat Township Police Department is announcing a change to New Jersey’s Graduated Driver’s License Program.Effective February 1, 2025, drivers under 21 who receive a special learner’s permit or examination permit will be required to:Complete 50 hours of supervised driving, ...
COLTS NECK - Colts Neck rallied in the second half to defeat Barnegat 57-52, led by Emily Donahue's 14 points. Avery Wallace (13 points) and Julianna Jasina (11 points) also contributed to the Cougars' victory. Despite Zemirah Enall's 23-point performance for Barnegat, Colts Neck's strong third ...
LONG BEACH ISLAND - In a heartfelt Spotlight Sunday, David's Dream and Believe Cancer Foundation celebrated Dave and Laurie Finelli, a couple whose lives exemplify selfless giving. Rooted in their profound faith in Jesus Christ, the Finellis attribute their generosity to God's grace. They've been ...
BARNEGAT, NJ - This season, the Barnegat High School Cheerleaders faced challenges and triumphs that will stay in their hearts forever. Competing in two highly competitive divisions at the 2025 National High School Cheerleading Championship (NHSCC) in Orlando, Florida, they not only showcased their ...
BARNEGAT - The Barnegat Police Department has relocated to its new headquarters as of February 14th. Please visit the new lobby, located behind the former building at 900 West Bay Ave., for assistance. Parking is available on the east side, near the recreation center. For after-hours service, use ...
STAFFORD -Deadline to register for Southern AYF spring flag football is next Friday, February 28. The combine will also to take place on February 28. Coaches are still needed. Please email if interested. southernramsayf@gmail.comFootball Registration Link Is HERESpring cheer registration is ...
BARNEGAT - On National School Resource Officer Appreciation Day, the Barnegat Township Police Department celebrated Ptl. Brian Weber's exceptional service to the students of Barnegat Township. Ptl. Weber's commitment transcends standard duties, tirelessly working to build strong relationships ...
NEW BRUNSWICK - Southern defeated Bridgewater-Raritan 58-18 in the NJ Group V championship at Rutgers. The Rams finished the season 20-3 and with 10 consecutive dual meet wins. It became the first Southern team — in any sport — to win three group titles in a row.With the win, the Rams won their ...
STAFFORD - The Stafford Township Police Department is expanding! They are now accepting applications for:Full-Time Police OfficerFull-Time Class II Special OfficerPart-Time Class II Special OfficerApply by: Friday, May 16, 2025The department is looking for candidates who:Are between 21 and 35 years ...
WARETOWN, NJ - This Sunday, February 16, join Susan Spaschak for an open house at 21 Pancoast Road in Waretown, NJ from 12-3 p.m.View home here.
CAMDEN, NJ — Salt and brine used on the roads during recent winter weather and drought conditions in New Jersey may cause your tap water to taste salty, according to a news release Friday from New Jersey American Water. “(We) can confirm that water we’re providing customers continues to meet ...
STAFFORD - Southern's powerful wrestling squad advanced to the Group 5 state championship by defeating Passaic Tech 64-12. Early pins from Cade Collins and Anthony Mason set the tone, and a string of five consecutive pins by Hunter Borer, Cody Byckiewicz, Scottie Sari, Vincent Esposito, and Attila ...
RED BANK - Red Bank Regional (14-6), the fifth seed, defeated 12th-seeded Barnegat (17-5) 46-28 in the first round of the Shore Conference Tournament in Little Silver on Thursday. Zoe Gulley led the way for Red Bank Regional with 15 points, all of which came in the second half, along with six ...
RED BANK - Zayier Dean scored a game-high 20 points for third-seeded Red Bank Regional in its 67-50 victory against 14th-seeded Southern in the second round of the Shore Conference Tournament in Little Silver. Red Bank Regional (19-3) led 34-18 at halftime. Ronald Richardson scored 16 points for ...
BARNEGAT - The Brackman Theatre Company is presenting The Wizard of Oz. Performances will be held on February 27th & February 28th at 7:00 PM and March 1st at 12:00 PM in the ROBMS auditorium. Tickets can be purchased at: http://robms.booktix.com/
STAFFORD - Southern Wrestling defeated Washington Twp 51-18 on Wednesday, February 12, 2025, to capture the NJSIAA South Jersey Group V Championship. Southern won their 18th sectional title, and they tied Brick Memorial for most in the Shore Conference.The Rams host Passaic Tech on Friday night in ...
BARNEGAT - The Hearts of Mercy ministry is hosting a special night on February 22, 2025
BARNEGAT - Barnegat advanced in the Shore Conference Tournament Preliminary contest 67-63 over Freehold Township on Tuesday. The Bengals were again without Emma Thornton with injury. Zemiral Enalls scored a whopping 33 points and grabbed 22 rebounds in the victory. Riley Fitzpatrick scored ...
TRENTON, NJ — A bill that would vastly reduce plastic waste in New Jersey won narrow support from lawmakers amid criticism from business groups and praise from environmentalists.The legislation, S-3398, was approved Monday by a 3-2 vote in the Senate Environment and Energy Committee, with Democrats ...