Barnegat, Manahawkin’s Top News Stories Of 2021

Before the new year begins, look back on some of the top news stories from 2021 in Barnegat and Manahawkin.

Trail Tracker App Aims To Increase Safety In Ocean County Parks

The trail tracker functions like a GPS and can pinpoint people’s exact location throughout Ocean County’s 27 parks and conservation areas.

Little Egg Harbor Woman Celebrates 100th Birthday

Verna Gilley recently celebrated her 100th birthday at the Seacrest Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center in Little Egg Harbor.

Recycle Your Christmas Tree At Parks In Barnegat, Manahawkin

Cloverdale Farm County Park and A. Paul King County Park are collecting recycled Christmas trees through Jan. 31.

‘A Very Generous Act’: $1,000 Tip Left At Waretown Restaurant

A $1,000 tip left at Kristy’s Casual Dining on Sunday morning - just days before the Christmas holiday - brought a server to tears.

Chance To Win Super Bowl Tickets By Donating Blood: Red Cross

Here's a list of the Red Cross blood drives being held nearby.

Disposal Bin Aims To Keep Fishing Gear Out Of Barnegat Bay

A new disposal bin for marine debris and discarded fishing equipment will be placed in Waretown to keep debris out of the Barnegat Bay.

Manahawkin Charity Brings Teddy Bears, Hope To Hospital Children

Bear Hugs is still fundraising to bring teddy bears to hospitalized children at Southern Ocean Medical Center before Christmas morning.

Wreath Laying Ceremony Honors Police Officers From Stafford, LBI

The 43rd annual wreath laying ceremony on Friday honored deceased officers from Stafford Township and Long Beach Island police departments.

Health, Safety Upgrades Added To Stafford Library Branch

Following mold remediation in Stafford's library in early November, the building was repainted and refloored in several areas.

Manahawkin Business To Donate Free Furnace To Veteran In Need

Comfort Zone Home Services in Manahawkin is seeking nominations for local veterans who are in need of a new furnace.

Barnegat-Manahawkin Area Red Cross Blood Drives Coming Up Soon

Here's a list of the Red Cross blood drives coming up near you.

Stafford PBA, Recreation Department Partner For Annual Toy Drive

Thirty-five locations throughout Stafford Township are collecting new toy and winter clothing donations. See the full drop-off list here:

Barnegat-Manahawkin Area Red Cross Blood Drive Coming Up Soon

The Red Cross is holding a blood drive in the Barnegat-Manahawkin area soon.

$474K Jersey Cash 5 Jackpot Ticket Sold In Little Egg Harbor

Check your numbers. A lottery ticket sold in Little Egg Harbor won $474,434 in Wednesday’s Jersey Cash 5 drawing.

Veterans Day In Barnegat: How To Honor Military Personnel

Military veterans in Barnegat and nationwide will be recognized on Veterans Day on Thursday, Nov. 11.

Veterans Day In Manahawkin: How To Honor Military Personnel

Military veterans in Manahawkin and nationwide will be recognized on Veterans Day on Thursday, Nov. 11.

Upcoming Red Cross Blood Drive In Barnegat-Manahawkin Area

The Red Cross is holding a blood drive soon in the Barnegat-Manahawkin area.

Homecoming King A Beacon For Those With Disabilities: Shore PM

Two sisters in Brick were reported missing, Gov. Murphy met with union workers and dead whales will be memorialized at this beach.

Dead Whales That Wash Ashore Will Be Remembered In Barnegat Light

Barnegat Light has named the two whales that washed ashore this past year to memorialize their deaths.

Hoofy's Fall Fest Returns To Barnegat Saturday

Hoofy’s Fall Fest will return to Barnegat on Saturday from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. in memory of Barnegat Patrolman Alex Hoffman.

Barnegat-Manahawkin Area Red Cross Blood Drive Coming Up Soon

All types of donations are needed, especially type O.

Cedar Bonnet Island Trail To Temporarily Close This Week

U.S. Fish and Wildlife will close Cedar Bonnet Island this week starting Monday while the trail is re-graded to become handicap accessible.

Fall Furfest Returns To Manahawkin Animal Shelter

The 13th annual Fall Furfest and Pet Halloween Parade is set to return to the Ocean County Heath Department's animal shelter in Manahawkin.

Girl Scouts Plant Wildlife Garden In Cloverdale Farm County Park

Two Waretown girl scouts unveiled a pollinator garden they planted in Cloverdale Farm County Park as part of their Silver Award Project.

Manahawkin Woman Recognized By Girl Scouts Of The Jersey Shore

Melissa Schwaner was among eight women recognized by the Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore for her contributions to local communities.

Barnegat Library Showcases Lacey Man’s Typewriter Collection

A collection of vintage typewriters, including some that have significant historical value, are on display in the Barnegat Library.

Ocean County Library Welcomes Greg Neri on Thurs. , Oct.7 @ 6pm

Award-winning author Greg Neri, whose "Ghetto Cowboy" is now a film starring Idris Elba, will discuss his literature and life.

Barnegat Hydrant Flushing May Affect Water Pressure, Color

Barnegat’s fall fire hydrant flushing program begins Monday and will continue for several weeks.

Volunteers Needed To Shop For Homebound Residents In Stafford

S.H.I.P. pairs elderly and homebound residents with volunteers who can shop and pick up prescription medications for them.

Manahawkin To Host Annual Fall Harvest And Wine Festival

The 14th annual Fall Harvest and Wine Festival returns to downtown Manahawkin on Oct. 9 and 10 from noon to 5 p.m. both days.

Compassion Cafe Finds A Home, Inspires Beach Haven And Beyond

The pop-up coffee shop that employs special-needs teens and adults made an immediate impact in its first year and is planning for 2022.

Join us online for "Master Challenges of Aging" at OC Library

Learn about aging-related physical, cognitive and mental health change during Ocean County Library Virtual Program @ 12pm Tues., October 5.

Blood Donations Needed In Barnegat-Manahawkin Area: Red Cross Drive Coming Up Soon

There's a Red Cross blood drive coming up nearby.

Barnegat Pet Rescue Preparing To Deliver Items To Ida Victims

Organizers from East Coast Paws N Claws plan to leave Friday for Louisiana to deliver goods to assist hurricane victims and their pets.

Around Manahawkin: Elks Give $2.5K Donation To Compassion Café

Here's a look back on the week that was in Barnegat and Manahawkin.

Manahawkin Elks Give $2.5K Donation To Compassion Café

The Manahawkin Elks' $2,500 donation to the Compassion Café was funded by a Gratitude Grant from the Elks National Foundation.

'Adopt-A-Street' Program In Barnegat Organizes Fall Cleanup

Barnegat's “Adopt-A-Street” program has organized a townwide cleanup on Saturday, Oct. 9.

Compassion Café’s First Season On LBI Ends This Week

The nonprofit Compassion Café will celebrate the end of its inaugural season in Beach Haven on Thursday with free coffee.

Barnegat Police Chief Addresses Location Change For Pirates Day

“The notion that I recommended moving Pirates Day because it was 'easier' for the police department is wrong," said Chief Keith Germain.