Freedom Fields County Park is the first in Ocean County to see an inclusive playground, and more towns will have them soon as well.
Fred Rubenstein collapsed on June 3. Now, he's thanking Barnegat leadership and emergency services for their help.
Pride Month starts Saturday and continues through June, with several ways to celebrate.
Strawberry season starts at the end of May. Here's where you can get the best local produce.
USA Today readers voted Long Beach Island as one of NJ's best. Here's how it ranked:
Things you can prepare now to save time this summer
If you notice your water is running brown, here's why.
The police department is inviting comment on the Public Safety Communications Center as part of the accreditation process.
Jake's mom said he should be recognized for his determination and perseverance. Here's why he's getting a shoutout:
Many local graduates excelled in academics, fine arts or volunteer service. Here's one local graduate who deserves a shoutout in Barnegat.
Seeing Michael reach the finish line is rewarding for all, his dad says. Here's why he's a local 2024 graduate getting a shoutout.
Many local graduates excelled in academics, fine arts or volunteer service. Here's one local graduate who deserves a shoutout in Manahawkin.
Learn about what you need to do to boat legally in New Jersey
See the more than 250 houses participating in the weekend-long yard sale:
The family-friendly event this weekend brings vendor booths, food trucks, field day activities and more to Barnegat.
Boating Safety Tips! Memorial Day will soon be here!. Take the class - Be on the water for Memorial Day!
Patch is recognizing local Star Students. Here's why Waretown first grader Trent is worthy of a shoutout.
The secret to living to 100? Eat your vegetables every day but don't forget a scoop or two of ice cream, says Eleanor Quirk.
Clean Ocean Action needs volunteers to help clean up the beaches on April 13 as part of their Spring Beach Sweeps.
Excitement is building in Barnegat and Manahawkin for the April 8 total solar eclipse. Here's the details:
Help clean up Stafford Township this month with the Stafford Township Green Team and Alliance for a Living Ocean.
Karl Strom, M.D. offers seven tips on how to scale down without damage
Barnegat's annual Vietnam War Veterans Day celebration returns to Barnegat High School on March 27.
This small borough has plenty of things to do, making it one of Ocean County's great hidden gems:
Getting your boat ready at the start of boating season requires a lot more than removing your boat cover and adding fuel.
The 60th annual Founders Day in June will celebrate Stafford's 275th anniversary, and the township wants everyone to be involved.
When Patch asked about your favorite Ocean County hidden gems, this county park in Barnegat got the most responses.
Learn about plants that love the shade and witness the solar eclipse with special goggles at the Ocean County Library Stafford Branch.
Kevin Jester believes he would not be here without the help of a simple 10-minute scan.
Here's where Girl Scouts will have their booths set up this weekend so you can get your hands on some delicious cookies.
Got a hankering for some Thin Mints? Here's where you'll find Girl Scouts selling those delicious cookies this weekend.
The Grey seal pup had plastic wrap from a case of bottled water wrapped around her neck, according to the Marine Mammal Stranding Center.
Sgt. Nicholas Venuto has furthered the department's achievements with his recent graduation from the NJSACOP Command & Leadership Academy.
Most prescribed burns, done by the DEP as a form of forest management, are done between February and April.
Enjoy the warm weather this weekend, do some last-minute Valentine's Day shopping and more in Ocean County.
A GoFundMe seeks to help the family of Timothy Hannold, who died in a tragic accident at the Ocean County Recycling Center.
Caroline Sullivan and Kira Smith, students at Penn State, will be participating in THON, the school's annual childhood cancer fundraiser.
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