Barnegat Township: Master Plan Subcommittee Meeting For June 16th Is Canceled

Master Plan Subcommittee Meeting for June 16th is Canceled

‘Stafford Conservatives 2021’ Ticket Advances After Primary

The six candidates on the “Stafford Conservatives 2021” ticket will face four Democratic challengers for six council seats in November.

Unemployment Improves In Barnegat-Manahawkin Area: Feds

There are a record number of job openings in the U.S. labor market; Ocean County's unemployment rate decreased recently.

Former Barnegat Mayor Criticizes Full-Staff Flags On Memorial Day

“I wish no one would accuse this committee of not respecting our fallen heroes,” said Mayor Al Bille on why flags were not lowered Monday.

Stafford Police Receive $122K Grant For Body-Worn Cameras

The Stafford Township Police Department will receive a $122,280 grant to purchase body-worn cameras.

Barnegat Police Receive $114K Grant For Body-Worn Cameras

The Barnegat Township Police Department will receive a $114,128 grant to purchase body-worn cameras.

Stafford Primary Election Guide: Who's On The Ballot, How To Vote

The 2021 primary election is almost here. Check out Patch's voting guide, before you head to cast your ballot.

Barnegat Town Hall Offices Reopen Tuesday

Barnegat Town Hall offices reopened to the public on Tuesday. Wearing face masks is optional for people in the building.

Stafford Township: Stafford Township Environmental Commission

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that the Stafford Township Environmental Commission meeting to be held on Monday June 7, 2021, at 7:00PM, locate ...

Barnegat Township: TOWN HALL CLOSED MONDAY, MAY 31ST, 2021 FOR MEMORIAL DAY –

TOWN HALL CLOSED MONDAY, MAY 31ST, 2021 FOR MEMORIAL DAY –

Stafford Township: Green Team Meeting June 3, 2021

Join Here: https://zoom.us/j/94862635700?pwd=cWVuTHdXUkxvVVYwZ0dNUXcyOW5KQT09

Stafford Township: Memorial Day Ceremony

See the latest announcement from the Stafford Township.

NJ This Week: Expect COVID Changes As Memorial Day Weekend Comes

The state is preparing for Memorial Day weekend and is reportedly expected to address masks, schools and beaches amid the COVID pandemic.

Stafford Township: Walters Group Presentation 5/18/2021

Please click on the link below to view the Walters Group Presentation from 5/18/2021:

Broadband Speed In Barnegat-Manahawkin Area: See New Data

Access to broadband speeds needed for remote work and learning vary greatly across the U.S.

Stafford Township: Available Residential Utility Relief

With the adoption of 2021 Chapter 97, we are officially notifying residential customers of available relief measures during the Coronavi ...

Stafford Township: Stafford Park Redevelopers Agreement With The Walters Group- ZOOM Workshop

The Township of Stafford and the Walters Group will be holding a Zoom meeting on Tuesday, May 18, 2021 at 6PM to review the improvements ...

Barnegat Approves Ordinance Banning Marijuana Businesses

The township committee approved an ordinance Tuesday night prohibiting recreational cannabis businesses from operating in Barnegat.

New Jersey Considers Replacing Gas Tax

New Jersey officials say they're looking into replacing the gas tax since fuel consumption is down. Here's the new plan.

Stafford Township: Historic Preservation Meeting

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that the Stafford Township HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION meeting is to be held on May 6th at 7:00 PM, in the ...

Barnegat Township: ZONING BOARD MEETING SCHEDULED FOR MONDAY, APRIL 12, 2021 IS CANCELLED

ZONING BOARD MEETING SCHEDULED FOR MONDAY, APRIL 12, 2021 IS CANCELLED

4 Candidates To Run For Barnegat Township Committee

A pair of Barnegat Township Committee seats are up for grabs and two residents from each party are seeking them.

Federal Tax Refunds In Ocean County: How Do Yours Compare?

IRS figures allow you to compare what you’re paying in taxes with that of your Ocean County neighbors.

Barnegat Township: Flood Insurance Webinar 4/7/21 4pm. Call Town Hall For Registration Information.

Flood Insurance Webinar 4/7/21 4pm. Call Town Hall for registration information.

Stafford Township: Route 72 Shoulder Closure

For Immediate Release:

Stafford Township: 2021 Budget Workshop

Mayor Myhre and Township Council hosted the 2021 Budget Workshop at the March 23, 2021Township Council meeting. At the workshop, the Tow ...

Barnegat Township: March 23rd Master Plan Subcommittee Meeting Has Been Cancelled.

March 23rd Master Plan Subcommittee Meeting has been cancelled.

Stafford Will Get $2.7 Million In New COVID Relief Plan

Stafford will receive more than $2 million from the $1.9 trillion COVID relief package Congress approved on Wednesday, officials said.

Barnegat Will Get $2.3 Million In New COVID Relief Plan

Barnegat will receive more than $2 million from the $1.9 trillion COVID relief package Congress approved on Wednesday, officials said.

Barnegat Branch Trail Closed Wednesday In Waretown

The Barnegat Branch Trail will be closed Wednesday in Waretown between Country Lane Road and Railroad Avenue.

​Pine Barrens Byway Achieves National Designation

The 130-mile route travels through 16 municipalities, including Little Egg Harbor and Tuckerton in southern Ocean County.

Barnegat's Historic Cedar Bridge Tavern Awarded After Restoration

Ocean County received a statewide award for preserving the historic Cedar Bridge Tavern, a landmark that predates the Revolutionary War.

​Barnegat Adjusts Trash Rules Amid Windy Weather

Barnegat officials discussed modifying an ordinance Tuesday to give residents the option to put trash out in black bags at the curb.

Project Playground In Barnegat Closed For Renovations

The Public Works Department is correcting issues that cause flooding at Project Playground this week.

Al Bille Sworn In As New Mayor Of Barnegat

Former Township Committeeman Al Bille was sworn in as the mayor of Barnegat at the township’s reorganization meeting on New Year's Day.

How Barnegat, Stafford Voted For President, Congress, Marijuana

The unofficial tally shows both towns favoring Republican candidates and legalized recreational marijuana. Here are the numbers so far.

Stafford School Board Candidates Await Election Results

Christopher Fritz, Deborah M. Lyons, Patricia Formica and Erin Sharkey lead the unofficial results as of Wednesday afternoon.

Bivins, Continanza, Churney Lead In Barnegat School Board Race

Two challengers and one incumbent lead the unofficial tally for the Barnegat Township Board of Education.

Fritz, Lyons, Formica Lead Stafford School Board Race

Two incumbents and one challenger lead the unofficial tally.

Barnegat Board Of Education 2020 Election Results

Seven candidates are running for three available Barnegat school board positions. See the latest results as they come in.