Stafford Emergency Management Office Receives State Accreditation

The township’s emergency management office was recognized as Ocean County’s first accredited agency in the state program.

Stafford Honors 4 All-Star Softball Teams For 2026 Tournament Runs

Mayor Robert Henken presented proclamations Oct. 13 to four Stafford Township softball teams.

Work To Restore Waretown Marsh Set To Begin

NJDEP and partners plan marsh restoration at the Lighthouse Center in Waretown with temporary access limits in October.

Stafford OEM Earns State Accreditation, First In Ocean County

The accreditation makes Stafford the second municipal emergency management office in New Jersey to qualify.

September Is Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month In Stafford

The measure recognizes September as a time to honor those affected by ovarian cancer and support awareness efforts.

Data Center Ban Approved In Stafford Township

The ordinance, which also bans a variety of cannabis uses, passed unanimously.

Beach Haven West Dredging To Start After Labor Day, Stafford Says

Town officials say lagoon dredging near Beach Haven West remains on track, with work continuing into December.

Data Center Ban Proposed In Stafford

An ordinance was introduced that would ban data centers from being built in Stafford Township.

Manahawkin Lake Park To Host Cardboard Boat Regatta, National Night Out

The township plans boat inspections at 4 p.m. and races at 5 p.m., followed by National Night Out in the park.

Stafford Swears In New Police Chief, Captains, Sergeants And Officers

Russell Griffin is set to become chief June 1 as the township also recognized promotions and new officers.

Who’s On The Ballot In Barnegat-Manahawkin: 2026 Primary Election Voter Guide

Voters across NJ will hit the polls on Tuesday to vote in the primary election. Here's what you need to know in Barnegat-Manahawkin:

Parts Of Greenwood Forest To Close For The Summer

The areas are popular spots for off-roading.

Starve Poverty Celebrated By Barnegat Officials

The group said its Barnegat food pantry and home repair programs have expanded with township support.

$37.26M 2026 Budget Approved In Barnegat

The Township Committee approved a $37.26 million budget that includes a 1.97-cent tax increase and $4.75 million in surplus.

Stafford Presents $64.1 Million Budget

Stafford said reassessment raised taxable value townwide, lowering the tax rate even as the levy increased by $3.4 million.

Manahawkin Workshop To Outline Mill Creek Dredging Project

Township and ACT Engineers will discuss the Mill Creek dredging and marsh restoration project on May 21.

Grants Awarded To Barnegat-Manahawkin Neighborhoods To Fight Wildfires

The funds will support wildfire risk-reduction projects, according to the Sherrill Administration.

Historic Barnegat County Park Wins Statewide Award

The Ocean County Department of Parks and Recreation won two awards for two of its parks.

Stafford First Responders Honored For Multiple Lifesaving Actions

Mayor Robert Henken presented a proclamation acknowledging first responders for their lifesaving actions.

Maintenance Dredging Proposed For Barnegat Bay

The proposed dredging would be for waterways in and around Stafford, Barnegat and LBI.

Environmental Group Sues Over Proposed 415-Unit Community In Southern Ocean

Save Barnegat Bay said that the Little Egg Harbor age-restricted community would clear nearly 100 acres of mature pine forest.

New Mayor, Deputy Mayor Named In Barnegat For 2026

New Committeeman Fred Rubenstein was also sworn in at the Township Committee's first meeting of the year.

$5 Million Grant Will Restore Tidal Salt Marsh In Manahawkin

Part of the Resilient Stafford plan, the grant will fund the restoration of 23 acres of salt marsh.

Stafford Township: Annual Pawliday Photo Contest is Here!

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Stafford Township: Motor Vehicle Stop Results In Cocaine Charges

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Stafford Township: Annual Pawliday Photo Contest is Here!

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Stafford Township: Resilient Stafford Workshop

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Official Grand Opening Set For New Barnegat Town Hall

The unveiling of the new town hall/police station will feature refreshments, giveaways and the reveal of a new dedication plaque.

Newcomer Leads Over 28-Year School Board Member At Southern Regional: Unofficial Results

See unofficial election results in Stafford Township:

Who's On The Ballot In Barnegat-Manahawkin: General Election 2025

Election Day is Nov. 4. Here's what voters should know as they head to the polls:

Stafford Township: Fentanyl/Crack/Cocaine Distribution Arrest

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Stafford Township: Visioning Recreation for the Future Workshop

Thank You for Joining Our “Visioning Recreation for the Future” Workshop! 🌳🏀

Barnegat-Manahawkin Voter Guide 2025: Who's On The Ballot, Where To Vote

The 2025 General Election is Tuesday, Nov. 4. Here's what Barnegat-Manahawkin voters need to know.

New Grocery Store Officially Coming To Barnegat

Barnegat residents will soon have another option for food shopping following the store's approval by the planning board.

Feds Respond To Atlantic Shores Offshore Wind Lawsuit

Local group Save LBI is celebrating the government's response to their lawsuit as an "important moment."

Stafford Township: 2026 Municipal Calendar Photo Contest

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Stafford Township: Appliance Recycling Program

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Stafford Township: Green Team Neighborhood Cleanup!

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Stafford Township: Green Team Neighborhood Cleanup!

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Stafford Township: Save Barnegat Bay's Annual Meeting

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