Best Of Barnegat-Manahawkin 2022: Patch Year In Review

BARNEGAT-MANAHAWKIN, NJ — 2022 was a big year for those in the Barnegat-Manahawkin area.

We survived multiple bear sightings, long-awaited restaurants finally opening up and all sorts of other fun.

But there were many great things that happened. Here's the best of Barnegat and Manahawkin in 2022.

Southern Regional, Rutgers Alum Clark Harris Headed To Super Bowl

His name rarely appears in an NFL boxscore. You won’t see a bevy of rushing yards or touchdowns attributed to Clark Harris. But Harris, a Manahawkin native, has arguably one of the most quietly important roles on the field for the Cincinnati Bengals. As the long snapper, he’s entrusted to deliver the football to the punter or to the holder on field goals, and block any on-rushing defender.

Disabled Adults Enjoy Homegrown Farm-To-Table Dining In Barnegat

Some were verbal, some non-verbal. Some needed no assistance, while others did. But they all had one thing in common: they're members of Barnegat's Meadowedge Social Club, and they were ready to enjoy a delicious, fresh dinner made from produce that they grew and harvested themselves.

Manahawkin Chick-Fil-A To Surprise 100 Local Heroes At Opening

Instead of its typical First 100 Grand Opening celebration, Chick-fil-A surprised 100 local heroes who make an impact in Stafford with a year of free Chick-fil-A. The company also donated $25,000 to Feeding America, which distributed the funds to partners in the greater Manahawkin area.

Cow On The Loose: Stafford Police Answer A 'Legend-Dairy' Call

Here's a "moo-d" lifter for you. You can't make this stuff up, as Stafford police said, after one of their officers responded to a unique call — a cow on the loose on Hilliard Avenue. "Moo cow!" The officer was heard shouting and laughing as the young animal wandered away.

1,200 Toys Donated By Former Struggling Single Mom From Barnegat

When Barnegat former struggling single mom Dawn Castronuovo set out to collect toys through "Elfie's House," her initial goal was 100. She got 1,210.