Good morning to you Barnegat! Catch up on our news and events right here. Keep reading to stay in the know. ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
Also on today's calendar: New Jersey Art and Artists of the Revolution; Barnegat Historical Society Speaker Series and 9 more events.
And lastly, we have a post from a neighbor, Susan S.!
Today's riddle: What is the longest word in the dictionary? 🤔 (Answer below!)
• Barnegat Woman Was Drunk In Boat Crash That Killed Son, Police Say (patch.com) — Barnegat readers are learning more about the Memorial Day boat crash that killed 28-year-old Gunnar Pearson, as his mother, a Barnegat resident, faces multiple boating and intoxication-related charges but has been released under monitoring while awaiting trial. The crash in Barnegat Bay was one of three fatal incidents there this summer, raising ongoing safety concerns for local boaters and families.
• Battle-Tested And Experienced: Barnegat Football Poised For Breakout In 2026 (tapinto.net) — Barnegat football fans get an in-depth look at a veteran Bengals squad aiming for a big 2026 season, with 14 returning starters and a tougher, deeper roster after last year's injuries. The piece breaks down key players on offense, defense, and special teams, plus dates for major matchups you can circle on your calendar now.
• Insider NJ's Morning Intelligence Briefing: 8/20/2026 (insidernj.com) — Barnegat residents should know a new school superintendent has just been appointed, a leadership change noted in a statewide political and government briefing. The roundup also flags nearby Barnegat Light's interest in drone beach monitoring and touches on major New Jersey issues like data centers, school funding, and voting system concerns that could indirectly affect local policy debates.
Show off your photography skills and the sights around town! Click here to submit your Photo of the Day to Patch AM!
Want to say something great about someone in town? Click here to submit your Shout Out to Patch AM! It's free!
NEW: Like a shout-out or pic? Click the heart!
Add your event to our calendar and newsletter!
Want to see your event featured? Click here!
Other local events
Have we missed something on our calendar? Add an event yourself! As always, before attending confirm event details to ensure accuracy.
Thank you 👏👏👏 to these businesses for making Barnegat PatchAM possible:
Click here to show your appreciation! 💚
Want to see your business here? Click here to connect with local customers.
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
Stafford
Waretown
Manahawkin
Ok Barnegat! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Smiles, because it has a mile between "s". (Thank you Sharon M. for sending it in!)
Got a good riddle for PatchAM? Submit it here!
We use a combination of real people and machines to tell you what's happening around town. Learn more about Patch AM.
Sign up for free local newsletters and alerts for the
Barnegat Patch
Patch.com is the nationwide leader in hyperlocal news.
Visit Patch.com to find your town today.