Barnegat/Waretown Top Stories
By PAT SHARKEY
November 24, 2024
SHIP BOTTOM - The Ship Bottom Volunteer Fire Company will be holding their Annual Christmas Tree Sale starting Saturday, November 30th from 12-5 PM at Country Corner Market!Regular hours after November 30 will be: Monday to Friday 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday and Sundays from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Stop by ...
LONG BEACH ISLAND - Recent blustery winds have made ocean fishing for stripers off Long Beach Island an “iffy” proposition, but when conditions allow, some of the captains of the Beach Haven Charter Fishing Association have been finding limit catches on bass.Dave Wittenborn has had his “Benita J” ...
BARNEGAT - The Barnegat Township School District expressed “A heartfelt thank you to the Friendly Sons of Shillelagh and Patriot Financial Group for their generous donations, which will provide seven families in our community with Thanksgiving meals and enough food for the entire holiday weekend, ...
EVESHAM, NJ – A second teenage boy has been arrested on Tuesday, November 19 in connection with the October 30 forest fire that sent 53 acres of land up in flames, according to a Wednesday announcement by the Evensham Township Police Department.Similarly to the initial suspect, the boy is ...
BARNEGAT - The Barnegat Police Department is enlisting public's help in locating six suspects in a recent incident.On November 16 at 11:47 PM, officers responded to a residence in the Crosswinds Development regarding property damage. The homeowner reported a group of 6 individuals wearing hooded ...
TRENTON, NJ — Gov. Phil Murphy and First Lady Tammy Murphy are inviting New Jersey residents to visit Drumthwacket during the holidays.“This beautiful property, appropriately known as the People's House, is a historical and cultural treasure that becomes even more remarkable at this time of year,” ...
STAFFORD - Louise Muth, 75, longtime teacher in the Barnegat School District and an amazing woman, died on November 21 in the Villages in Florida. Louise fought pancreatic cancer with great courage and strength. Her daughter Candice wrote:My beautiful mother, Louise Muth, has passed away. She was a ...
SEA GIRT, NJ - At the recent Sea Girt council meeting, one of the key topics running up and down the Jersey coastline is the talk and direction coming out of the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) and the impact the recommended changes by the DEP could have on tens of thousands ...
BARNEGAT – As part of National Bullying Prevention Month, Barnegat Township School District (BTSD) demonstrated its dedication to fostering a positive school environment and respectful culture through a ‘Week of Respect’ with various social and emotional learning opportunities for students focused ...
BARNEGAT, NJ - This Sunday, Barnegat's Farmers Market is back in time to prep for Thanksgiving. The Farmers Market will run from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. at 14 Birdsall St., Barnegat, NJ.See Vendor List Below:
STAFFORD – On October 28, 2024, at approximately 11:00 a.m. Dick’s Sporting Goods reported a shoplifter had fled the store with approximately $1100 of stolen merchandise. The Investigation revealed that Toronzo Williams (52 years old of Rolling Meadows Road in Middletown, NY) was the suspect and a ...
TRENTON, NJ — With much of New Jersey receiving between three-quarters of an inch and an inch of rain or more in the past 24 hours, The New Jersey Forest Fire Service announced Thursday that fire restrictions statewide have been lifted.The Forest Fire Service lists the fire danger as “low” on its ...
STAFFORD - A grant was awarded to Family Promise of the Jersey Shore by Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez's Day 1 Families Fund.Family Promise of the Jersey Shore (FPJS) is a nonprofit that helps families experiencing homelessness and economic uncertainty.They were awarded a $425,000 grant from the Day ...
STAFFORD - Southern Track and Field athlete Cole Cramer, one of New Jersey's top runners, has earned a scholarship to the University of Tennessee. He will continue his academic and athletic career at the Division 1 school, competing in the prestigious Southeastern Conference.Congratulations to Cole ...
STAFFORD In a thrilling high school soccer match, Southern defeated the defending NJSIAA Group IV champions, Princeton High School, 1-0.The scoring machine, Aiden Donnelly notched his 28th goal of the season on a free kick in the fifth minute of the contest. He got the opportunity after a handball ...
STAFFORD - The Stafford Township Board of Education announced at the opening of its meeting on Monday, October 18 that Superintendent George Chidiac has been granted a leave of absence. Stephanie Bush was approved to serve as Acting Superintendent.Chidiac was charged with DUI after crashing his car ...
STAFFORD - The Southern Rams boys soccer team has made history this year by winning their first-ever sectional title. They face off in the Overall NJ Group IV Semifinals at home today, Tuesday, November 19, at home vs. Princeton at 2 pm. The Rams have been dominant in the tournament. They powered ...
BARNEGAT - The Barnegat School District expressed congratulations to the Barnegat High School Varsity Cheerleaders for becoming Regional Champions in Medium Varsity Game Day and earning 2nd place in Small Varsity Traditional this past weekend.
The Barnegat High School Athletic Department recently released an announcement. They gave congratulations to Jayla Duff for breaking the school record with her 18th soccer goal, the most in a single season.
BARNEGAT - The Barnegat Township School District recently reported that Cole Toddings was named to the First Team Class C South squad. Cole will be attending Colgate University on a Division 1 scholarship. He will continue his football career.
STAFFORD - The Asbury Park Press reported on Friday afternoon, November 15 that George J. Chidiac, the superintendent of Stafford Township School District, was arrested for DUI after crashing his car into a utility pole near his home. Chidiac was driving home from a bar in Berkeley Townshiop when ...
STAFFORD - The Southern Regional boys soccer team won their first-ever sectional championship, defeating Toms River North 6-3. The victory was especially meaningful for the seniors, many of whom were on the team that lost to Toms River North in the sectional final four years prior.Southern was led ...
WILLIAMSTOWN - Perennial powerhouse Southern Regional lost to Williamstown 25-15 and 25-16 in South Jersey Group IV finals on Tuesday. . Williamstown completed a three-game sweep against their rivals, a feat acknowledged as difficult by their own coach.Williamstown's Gab Titus's serving, ...
EVESHAM TOWNSHIP, NJ – A Burlington County teenager has been charged with arson in connection to a significant forest fire that consumed 52 acres of land over the course of several days, according to a Wednesday announcement by the Evesham Police Department. At approximately 1:00 p.m., Wednesday, ...
BARNEGAT – Barnegat High School (BHS) unveiled a new project originating from a 6-year-old vision: to create a welcoming space for students to gather, connect and build pride in their school community. Benny’s Bengal Bites, a café located in the BHS media center, will officially open for students ...
STAFFORD - Brothers Dave and Chris Taylor, owners of Taylor Made Cabinets, recently reflected on their journey since starting the business in 1985. Their commitment to family, community, and hard work has been the cornerstone of their success. The path to success hasn't been without its challenges.
TRENTON, NJ — New Jersey residents are being asked to reduce water use, as the state has declared a drought warning. Previously, the state was under a drought watch, which was issued last month.Gov. Phil Murphy and the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) say the warning, issued Wednesday, ...
STAFFORD - The Ocean County Friendly Sons of the Shillelagh hosted a Veterans Day event at the club on Monday.The men donated an amazing amount of $5,000 to Vetwork of Ocean County. Vetwork is a not-for-profit organization with headquarters in Forked River whose mission and purpose is to serve ...
HADDONFIELD - The Barnegat High School Girls Soccer lost 2-0 to Haddonfield on Monday in the South Jersey Group 2 semifinals. Haddonfield was led by Brooke Schultz, who scored both goals in the contest. Barnegat (10-10)000Haddonfield (10-9-2)022Team StatsBarnegatStatOffensive Shots on ...
STAFFORD - Southern stormed to a 4-0 victory over Millville in the NJSIAA South Jersey, Group 4 semifinals on Monday at home. Avery Smith ignited the offense with two goals, and Avery DiPietro and Leah Newton added their own tallies. Southern's defense was tremendous in holding Millville scoreless ...