Barnegat/Waretown Top Stories
By PAT SHARKEY
February 10, 2025
BARNEGAT - The Barnegat Township School District recently congratulated the High School Optimist Essay Contest winners: First Place-Catherine Warn Second Place-Christopher Haddad Third Place-Riley Fitzpatrick
STAFFORD - Join the community for the 10th Annual Arctic Outreach, a "Community Clambake of Arctic Proportions," on Saturday, March 1st, 2025, from 11 AM to 6 PM at Mud City Crab House in Stafford. This rain, snow, or shine event honors the memory of Mallory E. McBrien and benefits the Jetty Rock ...
STAFFORD - On February 15, the Stafford Township Arts Center is hosting Max’s Magic Show:Get ready for an unforgettable night of magic and wonder, featuring a fresh lineup of world-class performers! Experience the mind-blowing talents of David Corsaro, a seasoned magician who fooled Penn & ...
SOUTHERN OCEAN COUNTY - The National Weather Service issued a winter storm advisory on Sunday morning. This storm has the potential to bring snow to southern New Jersey and in our Southern Ocean County area. Here's the available information, though we'll need to monitor how the storm develops.A ...
STAFFORD - New Jersey's High School Player of the Year, Southern Soccer star Aiden Donnelly is heading to St. Joseph's University.Aidan is surrounded by his family, Head Coach Guy Lockwood, Coach Andy Kmosko, and Mr. Duncan Turner.
BARNEGAT - Wall defeated Barnegat 44-33 on Saturday morning, marking their eighth win of the season. A strong defensive second quarter, where they held Barnegat to just four points, allowed Wall to take a 21-12 lead into halftime. Wall's offense was led by sophomore Erin McBarron with 11 points, ...
BARNEGAT - Barnegat defeated Lacey 63-52 on Senior Night, led by seniors Cole Toddings, Mason Krey, and Todd Muhammad. The Bengals (15-6, 7-1) secured their spot in the Shore Conference Tournament and a chance at a first-round home game with the win, while the Lions fell to 7-12 (4-4).Toddings ...
BARNEGAT – Over 800 churches worldwide, including Barnegat's Bayside Chapel, hosted the Tim Tebow Foundation's Night to Shine on Friday, February 7th. This marked the seventh year Bayside Chapel has participated in the event.Night to Shine celebrates individuals with special needs, emphasizing ...
OCEAN COUNTY – On February 6, Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer announced the culmination of a three-month narcotics investigation resulting in the arrests of three individuals and the seizure of drugs, a firearm, and cash. The investigation, conducted by the Ocean County Prosecutor’s ...
BARNEGAT, NJ - Save the date for Lighthouse Christian Academy's annual live and silent auction on Saturday, March 22, 2025.LCA's Annual Auction is “a beloved tradition that helps us continue providing quality, faith-centered education for our students.”This exciting event features both live and ...
BARNEGAT - The New Jersey Family Policy Council, led by Shawn Hyland is conducing a one-hour presentation about parental rights and local impact on education. The event will take place on Saturday, March 15, 9 a.m. at the Bayside Chapel in Barnegat. Register online here
OCEAN COUNTY, NJ - The Lions Cub Club Field Hockey travel team is now accepting registration for the Spring 2025 season.“After celebrating our first year, we have now opened up our Spring registration," Co-Founder and Coach Kiera Lyons shared. “The Spring season will run from March 9th through June ...
BARNEGAT - Barnegat triumphed over Manchester in Wednesday night's wrestling match, securing a 43-24 victory. With the victory, the Bengals captured the Shore Conference G Division championship. The victory marked an impressive week for Barnegat High School athletics, with the Boys Basketball, ...
BARNEGAT - Last weekend, the Barnegat High School Dance Team returned from the Universal Dance Association Nationals Dance Championships.For the first time in program history, the team advanced to the finals for Small Varsity Division II Game Day and brought home a trophy. The team finished 15th ...
BARNEGAT - The Barnegat Girls High School Basketball claimed the Shore Conference B-South title with a tight 72-70 win over Toms River South on Tuesday.The Lady Bengals fought back from a five-point deficit at halftime. Zemirah Enalls scored 38 points and Riley Fitzpatrick scored to lead the ...
TOMS RIVER - The Barnegat Bengals etched their name in school history, securing their first-ever outright B-South title with a resounding 54-46 road victory over Toms River East.Senior Cole Toddings led the charge with an impressive 20-point performance, while teammates Todd Muhammad, Mason Krey, ...
BARNEGAT - Donovan Catholic defeated Barnegat 59-48 Monday night, ending the Bengals' eight-game winning streak. Ryan Jacobs led the Griffins with 18 points, followed by James Gibbons with 16 and Gabe Felicano with 14. Donovan Catholic pulled away in the fourth quarter, starting with a 9-0 run ...
LONG BEACH ISLAND REGION - On Monday, February 3, New Jersey abruptly canceled its fourth planned auction for offshore wind farm leases in the Atlantic Ocean, citing federal actions and recent industry setbacks. Governor Phil Murphy stated that the decision, made by the Board of Public Utilities ...
BARNEGAT – Almost two dozen businesses and organizations, including cultural clubs and first responders, attended Barnegat Township School District’s (BTSD) annual Scholarship Donor Breakfast on Thursday, Jan. 23 in the high school’s media center. Each year, these groups generously contribute to ...
BARNEGAT - Superintendent Brian Latwis and district leadership recently announced the January UPstander award winners! These students were recognized for demonstrating the character trait of acceptance, this month's Bengal PRIDE character trait. Congratulations to:Jayneese Viera (BHS, Grade 11)Max ...
STAFFORD TOWNSHIP – The Friendly Sons of the Shillelagh (FSOS) of Ocean County, a leading Irish-American organization established in Stafford Township in 2016, recently kicked off its 2025 fraternal year with its annual Kickoff Party. Members and guests celebrated at the Manahawkin Elks on ...
TUCKERTON - Barnegat dominated Pinelands 63-19, earning their 15th win of the season. Their stifling defense limited Pinelands to a mere two points in the second half. Senior Riley Fitzpatrick led all scorers with 18 points and also dished out 5 assists. Rachel Bonhard chipped in with 10 points and ...
BARNEGAT - Barnegat extended their winning streak to seven games with a decisive victory over Pinelands 51-36 on Friday night at home. For the first time in school history, Barnegat has clinched a share of the B-South title with the victoryCole Toddings led the Bengals' balanced scoring effort with ...
TRENTON, NJ — “We want you back!” NJ lawmakers told the nation’s nomadic Miss America, urging the competition to return in 2025 “and every year thereafter.”A resolution pleading with event organizers to come back was passed by the state Assembly by a voice vote, with no objections, on Thursday.
PEMBERTON - Barnegat dominated Pemberton 63-27, securing their 14th win of the season. A strong first half, capped by a 20-4 second quarter, propelled Barnegat to a 49-16 halftime lead. Senior Zemirah Enalls led the charge with a double-double (18 points, 19 rebounds), while Riley Fitzpatrick ...
TRENTON, NJ — New Jersey elementary teachers may soon find furry friends in their classrooms. The state Senate on Thursday unanimously passed a bipartisan bill establishing a pilot program to place therapy dogs in elementary school wellness programs. School districts including Barnegat, Clifton and ...
CRANFORD, NJ – In a Thursday morning news conference, President Donald Trump informed the public that all 64 passengers aboard American Airlines Flight 5342 from Wichita, Kansas and 3 passengers aboard the Blackhawk military helicopter that collided in midair last night had died, leaving the nation ...
HAMILTON, NJ - Two law enforcement officers are facing child endangerment and child sexual abuse charges. The married couple, Hamilton Township Police Officer Brian DiBiasi and his wife, Sergeant Elizabeth DiBiasi of the Mercer County Sheriff’s Office were arrested in connection with charges filed ...
TRENTON, NJ — Sean Lavin was a Mercer County sheriff’s officer who responded to Hurricane Katrina’s devastation of New Orleans in 2005. His memories of finding those who didn’t survive left him sleepless afterward and triggered post-traumatic stress disorder, he said. “Not one of us were OK with ...
NEPTUNE - Barnegat defeated Neptune 54-28 on Wednesday night. Key wrestlers recorded victory for the Bengals. The season records of these top wrestlers. Trey DeMeo (19-4); Jayden Nieto (19-6); Gerald Miller (16-10); Jean Marrero (16-10). Barnegat 54, Neptune 28Barnegat 54, Neptune ...