Barnegat/Waretown Top Stories
By PAT SHARKEY
January 6, 2025
MAYS LANDING - Barnegat defeated Oakcrest 53-6 in the first match on Saturday, January 4. They fell short against Middle Township 49-35. Trey DeMeo (12-2), Gregory Mamola (10-3), Gerald Miller (10-4) and John Giblock (8-2), were all victorious. Barnegat 53 Oakcrest 6144: Trey DeMeo (BARN) over ...
BARNEGAT - The Barnegat Rotary Casino Night is an annual event that raises money for the Rotary Club of Barnegat. It will be held on Friday, May 2, 2025, from 6 to 10 p.m. at the Lacey Elks Lodge, 900 Beach Blvd., Forked River. The event is open to the public and tickets can be purchased in advance ...
SOUTHERN OCEAN - Looks like we've got some snow headed our way! Tonight, there's a slight chance of a few flurries after 3am, but nothing major. Don't expect more than a dusting. It'll be chilly though, with temperatures dropping to around 24 degrees.Monday is when the real snow starts. It will ...
MT. OLIVE - Southern went 3-0 in Saturday's Mt. Olive Quad Meet. Cade Collins, Anthony Mason, Bryce Manera, Scottie Sari, Attila Vigilante, Wyatt Stout, Noah Fontana, and Hayden Hochstrasser go 3-0 in the Rams' sweep.The Rams defeated High Point 50-18.106: Cade Collins (SORE) over Thomas Jaust ...
BARNEGAT - Emma Thornton had a massive game scoring 25 points and grabbing 29 rebounds. It was not enough as Marlboro handed Barnegat its first loss of the season by a score of 55-48.MacKenzie Klatsky scored 21 to lead Marlboro.Riley Fitzpatrick was held to six points and Zemirah Enalls only ...
MARLBORO - Marlboro's Mustangs (3-5) dominated the second half to secure a convincing 71-43 victory over the Barnegat Bengals (4-3) on Saturday in Marlboro.Sophomore Nolan Gong led all scorers with 19 points, including 11 in a decisive second half where the Mustangs outscored the Bengals 38-17.
BARNEGAT - Barnegat rolled to 5-0 after impressive 57-35 victory over Raritan on Friday afternon. The trio of Riley Fitzpatrick (21 pts), Emma Thornton (18 points, 10 rebounds) and Zemirah Enalls (17 pts and 14 rebounds) led the way to victory. Raritan (2-4)9913435Barnegat (5-0)2919141375Raritan ...
WALL - The Barnegat Boys Swimming team won a tight contest by a score of 87-82 against Brick Township on Thursday, January 2nd. The Girls team fell 94-72. Barnegat (1-4)87Brick Township (1-2)82200 MR (yards)TeamSwimmers/DiversTime/ScoreBarnegatDevin Connors, Joseph Bacskai, Christopher Haddad, Jake ...
Princeton, NJ – Two former Princeton University football players, who became friends in college and ended up working at the same New York brokerage firm after graduation, traveled together to New Orleans to visit family and friends over the New Year’s holiday. They were on Bourbon Street at 3:15 in ...
BARNEGAT - The Barnegat Township Police Department welcomed Patrolman Kevin Wagner and Patrolman Evan Sands.Patrolman Wagner brings 13 years of law enforcement experience, including SWAT, firearms instruction, and detective work. Patrolman Sands, a Barnegat native, has over a year of experience ...
SOUTHERN OCEAN COUNTY, NJ - Black Sheep Studios, the premier fitness studio in both Manahawkin and on Long Beach Island, is offering specials for “DROP IN JANUARY.”For the entire month of January, enjoy discounted rates for classes at both locations! $20 Drop-Ins at LBI $10 Drop-Ins at THE HAWKOnly ...
WILDWOOD - Barnegat dominated Lower Cape May, building a commanding 22-5 lead by halftime and cruising to victory. Senior Riley Fitzpatrick was the game's high scorer with 17 points, while fellow senior Emma Thornton notched a double-double with 15 points and 10 rebounds. Junior Madysen Plescho ...
STAFFORD - A residential fire occurred at 164 Rodman Drive in Beach Haven West on December 29th, 2024, around 5:46 AM. Police officers arrived to find the house fully engulfed in flames.The Stafford Township Volunteer Fire Department, assisted by neighboring fire departments, successfully ...
STAFFORD - It is with a heavy heart, yet with joyful hope in Christ, that we announce the passing of Reverend David C. Murdock on December 27th, 2024, at the age of 85. He has gone home to be with his Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ, whom he served faithfully throughout his life. He was reunited in ...
BARNEGAT - Barnegat Little League begins spring registration on January 1. All of the vital information is in the flyer below.You can register online at https://www.barnegatlittleleague.com
STAFFORD - Mehki Carter scored a game-high 23 points and Lenape beat Southern to win their fourth straight Score at the Score championship. Lenape has been in the finals the past five seasons. Southern's junior Jake Sliwinski scored 21 points and had four steals to lead the Rams. Sophomore Noah ...
STAFFORD - Southern's sophomore guard Noah Perna had a career-high 30 points to lead the Rams past the Trenton Tornadoes in the Score at the Shore semifinal contest on Friday afternoon. Noah Perna, Southern Regional sophomore guard. Southern will play in the championship game against top-seeded ...
BRANT BEACH - Southern Regional's Boys Swim team defeated Barnegat 117-53 to increase its season record to 4-1.Barnegat is 0-4. Southern (4-1)117Barnegat (0-4)53200 MR (yards)TeamSwimmers/DiversTime/ScoreBarnegatWilliam Rollis, Joseph Bacskai, Christopher Haddad, Christopher ...
BRANT BEACH - Southern defeated Barnegat 128-41 in a recent girls high school swimming contest. Southern's record improves to 4-1 and Barnegat drops to 1-3. Box ScoreTeamFinalSouthern (4-1)128Barnegat (1-3)41200 MR (yards)TeamSwimmers/DiversTime/ScoreBarnegatNatalia Webb, Sarah Schager, Kylei ...
WILDWOOD - Emma Thornton scored 22 points and grabbed 15 rebounds to lead Barnegat to a 54-28 victory in the Boardwalk Classic over St. Dominics.Zemirah Enalls scored 16 and also ripped 15 boards while Riley Fitzpatrick scored 10 points in the victory. Team1234FinalSt. Dominic (1-4)9413228Barnegat ...
CINNAMINSON - In a thrilling overtime battle at the Cinnaminson Holiday Showcase, Abdoulaye Seydi's 16 points propelled Princeton Day to a 55-51 victory over Barnegat.The game was closely contested throughout, with the score tied 20-20 at halftime. Barnegat gained a 39-35 advantage in the third ...
STAFFORD - Join MATES High School for a Community Day. All are invited to get involved and make a difference in the local community. Mark your calendar for Monday, January 20th, 2025, from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM at 195 Cedar Bridge Road. Activities Include: Terrapin ConservationResponsible ...
STAFFORD - A fire broke out early Christmas morning at a home in Ocean Acres, requiring a multi-agency response to extinguish the blaze and assist the displaced residents.At approximately 6:30 AM on December 25th, 2024, a structure fire was reported at 200 Navy Lane. Police arrived to find the ...
BARNEGAT - Barnegat Township Patrolman Chris Ebert has been recognized for his outstanding dedication to law enforcement throughout New Jersey. His contributions have significantly benefited officers statewide, culminating in him receiving the prestigious NJ State PBA's Executive Board Member of ...
Luke 2:8-11: Christ the Savior and Lord Has Been Born8And there were shepherds living out in the fields nearby, keeping watch over their flocks at night. 9An angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were terrified. 10But the angel said to them, "Do ...
BARNEGAT - On December 12, 2024, Barnegat Police Lieutenant Jeff Ryan, while off-duty, rescued two Pennsylvania duck hunters and their dog from the frigid waters of Barnegat Bay. The incident began with a 911 call reporting a sinking vessel near Sun Harbor Marina off Bay Avenue. Upon arrival, ...
TOMS RIVER - The Barnegat Boys Basketball team defeated Toms River South 69-56von Monday afternoon. Barnegat celebrates Christmas with their fourth consecutive victory. Barnegat led the entire way, capping things off with a 16-7 fourth quarter margin. Mason Krey led with 21 points, followed by ...
STAFFORD – An explosion inside a plumbing and heating van on Gregg Drive in Beach Haven West sent shockwaves through the neighborhood Monday afternoon, injuring one man and prompting a swift response from Stafford emergency services.Around 3:37 p.m., Stafford Police and Fire units rushed to the ...
LONG BEACH TOWNSHIP - A significant fire occurred early this morning on Holly Drive in the Loveladies section of Long Beach Township. The blaze broke out around 5 a.m. at a multimillion-dollar waterfront home. Responding to the scene, multiple fire departments managed to control the fire despite ...
Barnegat beat Pleasantville in a basketball game with a final score of 53-38. Barnegat led the entire game. Pleasantville (1-3) stayed within range before the Bengals won the fourth quarter, 12-2, to seal the victory, Top scorers for Barnegat were Mason Krey with 17 points and Gavin Gerckens with ...