Which Road in Barnegat Needs a Speed Bump?

We asked Patch readers on Facebook what streets they thought needed a speed bump. Find out what your neighbors told us.

The Dredging Of Barnegat Inlet Area Channels Will Stop Just Before Midnight Friday

Work on Superstorm Sandy-choked will be halted.

Fourth of July Fireworks 2016 Guide: Barnegat Fireworks May Start Earlier Due Bad Weather

Free concert by Reunited starts at 7 p.m., and fireworks slated for tonight may start at 8:15 p.m., police say.

Boy Who Almost Died In 2015 Surf City Sand Collapse Reunites With His Rescuers

Youth had stopped breathing briefly was resuscitated after being given CPR.

Stories You May Have Missed This Week In Southern Ocean County

Stafford's new police chief sworn in, 1916 shark attacks and more.

Tuckerton Seaport Supporters/Sailors Among Sailing Hall Of Fame Inductees

The Barnegat Bay Sailing Hall of Fame induction ceremony is scheduled for October at Ocean County College in Toms River.

1916 Shark Attacks On The Jersey Shore Were An 'Anomaly,' Expert Says

But it could and has happened again.

Where's The Cheapest Place To Buy Gas In Southern Ocean County?

Find the best place to fill up before the state-imposed tax takes effect on July 1.

'Bacon Fest' Coming To Tuckerton Seaport This Weekend

Good news for bacon lovers, bad news for pigs. Event will run for two days on July 9 and July 10.

Whitesbog Blueberry Festival Celebrates The 100th Anniversary Of The Highbush Blueberry This Weekend

The festival has been expanded to two days this year.

What Would You Build in Barnegat?

We asked Patch readers what they would build or fix in Barnegat with $1 million. Here’s what you said.

A Look Back At Last Week In Barnegat-Manahawkin Patch

Dangerous rip currents, Jason Groome going to Red Sox and more.

Coastal Ocean Beach Report For June 19, 2016

Sunny skies, but rip current risk increases.

New East Bay Avenue Bridge In Barnegat Opens Today

The 50-year-old timber bridge was replaced with a steel structure.

A Taste Of Barnegat Bay At The Tuckerton Seaport's 24th Annual Baymen's Seafood And Music Festival

The event runs from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on June 25 and June 26. Admission to the event is $8 for adults, $6 for seniors, $5 for kids under 12.

Our Top Stories In Barnegat-Manahawkin Patch So Far This Week

Shark Week approaching, forest fire affects Ocean County and more.

State Will Provide Shuttle Service For Bicyclists And Pedestrians During Manahawkin Bay Bridge Project This Summer

The older bridge's lanes and shoulders are too narrow for walkers and bikers, DOT says.

Your Beach Report For June 13, 2016

National Weather Service is calling for sunny skies, cold ocean temperatures.

Thinking About Building A Hole In The Sand At The Beach? Don't

Harvey Cedars Beach Patrol recommends going only knee-deep if you have to do it at all.

Stories You May Have Missed So Far This Week In Southern Ocean County

Barnegat budget up, Taylor Swift drops in to LBI and more.

Taylor Swift Shows Up At LBI Wedding Reception [VIDEO]

A New Jersey couple got an unexpected wedding reception crasher Saturday: Taylor Swift.

2016 Lighthouse International Film Festival PROUDLY INTRODUCING OUR HEADLINERS We Are Ready for an Awesome Festival!

Lighthouse International Film Festival has cutting edge documentaries, madcap comedies, unforgettable narratives, shorts &award winners!

Top Barnegat-Manahawkin Patch Stories For May 2016

Ex-con caught, woman drowns in Lacey creek and more.

Worried About Zika In Southern Ocean County?

Here's what you can do to keep mosquitoes away this summer.

Stories You May Have Missed Last Week In Southern Ocean County

Man with gun cache caught in Pine Barrens, drowning death in Lacey and more.

Safe In Surf City: Police, Public Works Rescue Trapped Ducklings

14 ducklings were freed from storm drain, police say.

Watching Water Use In Waretown

Ocean Township officials are restricting water use while work is done on the water treatment plant.

Stories You May Have Missed Last Week In Southern Ocean County

Fugitive chase, Southern Regional's Field of Flags, Seaport Soaked.

Barnegat Residents Sound Off on Safety Issues

We asked Patch readers to share their biggest safety concerns in Barnegat. Here’s what they’d change.

Tuckerton Seaport Visitor Center Soaked When Fire Sprinkler Goes Off

Seaport officials need $10,000 in donations to fix the water damage until the insurance money comes in.

Southern Ocean County Stories You May Have Missed So Far This Week

Escaped baby killer, possible patronage job for Kelly and more.

Southern Regional's 'Field Of Flags' Ceremony Planned For May 27

Southern Air Force ROTC cadets will place 6,848 flags in front of school to honor Americans who had died in Iraq and Afghanistan.

Stories You May Have Missed In Southern Ocean County This Week

Escaped baby killer leaves Barnegat; Dellane named next Stafford Township police chief and more.

Storms, Tragedies And Mysteries Of the New Jersey Coast

Former dive boat captain and author will discuss his new book at the New Jersey Maritime Museum on Saturday.

Top Stories Barnegat-Manahawkin Patch Stories For April 2016

Jason Groome, LBI beach replenishment starts up again, Barnegat budget up.

3 Minutes on a Park Bench with Lisa Marie Corbett from Bright Start Nursery School

Lisa Marie Corbett of Bright Start Nursery School offers some key tips to help find the best option for early childhood education.

Long Beach Island Beach Replenishment Back On After Winter Hiatus

Three dredges are posted at various sections of the island.

Southern Regional's 'Buddy Club Prom' Coming Up

Registration deadline for event for special needs teens is May 6

Barnegat's Town-Wide Yard Sale On Tap For Saturday

Event will be held rain or shine, proceeds, the deadline to register is today.

Southern Ocean County Medical Center Gets "C" Grade From A Nonprofit Healthcare Group

The Leapfrog Group analyzes hospital safety practices around the United States.