Manahawkin Mom Raising Suicide Awareness, Hosting Son's Birthday Bash

Jennifer Peterson lost her son to suicide in 2015. She wants to raise awareness through celebrating his birthday and opening conversations.

Teen Injured In Tuckerton Hit-And-Run, Police Seeking Driver

The teenager was struck following a road rage incident, according to a report. The driver fled the scene.

Barnegat Homeless Veteran Non-Profit Hosting Craft And Vendor Fair

Jeff's Camp, a non-profit working to build a camp for homeless veterans in Barnegat, is hosting a craft and vendor fair in May.

Stafford Recognizes April 19 As CDH Awareness Day

Congenital diaphragmatic hernia is a birth defect as common as cystic fibrosis but without as much awareness, Mayor Greg Myhre said.

Pet Pictures With Easter Bunny On Saturday

Get your pet's picture taken with the Easter Bunny, courtesy of the Friends of Southern Ocean County Animal Shelter.

Park Improvements Coming To Stafford: Council

Several of the township's parks are being improved, the council announced at a recent meeting.

Girl Scout Cookie Season Ending: How To Still Get Yours In Barnegat

Girl Scout cookie season may almost be over, but you can still get some. Here's where.

Stafford Council Introduces $51 Million Budget

There will be a tax increase in the new budget that was announced at a recent meeting.

Free Wawa Coffee On Thursday: Where To Get Yours In Barnegat

To celebrate 58 years, Wawa is offering free any size coffee on Thursday. Here's where you can get yours.

Barnegat Schools Are Some Of The Nation's Best For Music Education

The Barnegat Township School District has been selected by the NAMM Foundation for Best Communities for Music Education for the third year.

Stafford Township: Hydrant Flushing Schedule 2022

In our continuing effort to supply you with safe and palatable drinking water, flushing of hydrants will start to take place.

Acenda Institute of Health Innovation Names Momentum Award Honorees

Oscar and Emmy Nominated Actress Taraji P. Henson to Receive Advocacy Champion Award

Man Charged With Distributing Narcotics In Ocean County

The Waretown man distributed fentanyl, oxycodone and marijuana out of his home throughout Ocean County, authorities said.

Registration Opening For Stafford Summer Camps

Registration opens on Tuesday morning.

Stafford Township Police Warn Of Increasing Vehicle Theft

Stafford police are urging residents to lock their vehicles after a car theft this past weekend.

Traffic Alert: Route 72 East Reduced To One Lane This Week

It is expected to continue throughout the week.

Monday Manual: This Week In Stafford

Meetings and a free rabies clinic are on the calendar this week in Stafford.

Stafford Easter Egg Hunt This Weekend

Don't miss all the fun at the annual Stafford Spring Festival and Easter Egg Hunt.

Barnegat Adopts 2022 Municipal Budget

The township committee adopted the $30 million budget at a recent meeting.

NJ's Best Teachers Are At This Manahawkin School: Niche

According to Niche, the public high schools with the best teachers are here in Manahawkin.

37% Of Southern Ocean County Kids Living In Financial Hardship: Report

Federal poverty metrics 'systemically' undercount the number of kids in paycheck-to-paycheck households, according to a new report.

This Manahawkin Spot Is One Of NJ's Best For Outdoor Dining

According to Best of NJ, this Manahawkin spot ranks high for outdoor dining in 2022.

Jetty Flagship Store Holding Grand Opening Celebrations

The South Jersey-based clothing store is finally opening its flagship store and headquarters in Manahawkin.

National Beer Day: Where To Get A Pint Around Southern Ocean County

Here's a few great places around Southern Ocean County to celebrate National Beer Day.

Flooding On Route 72 In Stafford: Right Lane Closed

A 10-15 minute delay is expected.

Here's Who's Challenging Van Drew In 2nd Congressional District

Incumbent Rep. Jeff Van Drew, known for flipping from Democrat to Republican, faces challenges in the primary.

Barnegat Announces Spring Fire Hydrant Flushing Schedule

Water discoloration and loss of water pressure may occur during this time period.

Tuckerton Resident Charged After Handgun And Bullets Found In Vehicle

Three were arrested in Brick on Friday after police found a handgun, bullets and drugs in a vehicle, police said.

Stafford Restaurants Participating In #TakeOutTuesday For April

Present the flyer and proceeds of all carryout or dine-in purchases at participating restaurants will support the Police Unity Tour.

Manahawkin Rutgers Student To Appear On "Jeopardy!"

Her episode will air Thursday, April 7, at 7 p.m. on WABC.

LBI Community Rallies Around Vet Who Lost Everything In Fire

Here's how you can help the Ship Bottom man who lost his house in a recent fire.

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

"Steaks" were high when Stafford police got an interesting call on Wednesday — a cow on the loose.

Stafford Summer Camps Returning In 2022

Stafford has announced date and times for its summer camp offerings.

Barnegat Thanks Vietnam Veterans

The Barnegat community rallied to support and thank Vietnam veterans.

Buy A Jersey Mike's Sub, Help NJ Special Olympians

On Day of Giving, your Jersey Mike's purchase can help send New Jersey athletes to the 2022 Special Olympics.

Stafford To Hold Arbor Day Scavenger Hunt

Prizes will be given out randomly to those who join the month-long hunt.

Easter Activities Around Barnegat And Manahawkin

Here's where to enjoy Easter around Barnegat and Manahawkin.

Southern Ocean County - Have You Seen This Missing Woman?

Police in Little Egg Harbor and Tuckerton are looking for a missing Bradley Beach woman last seen in the area.

Last Chances To Get Girl Scout Cookies - Where To Get Nearby

Soon, Girl Scout cookies are leaving for the season. Here's where you can stock up in Barnegat and Manahawkin.

Social Worker Policing Program To Expand Into Barnegat

Thanks to additional funding being secured, Barnegat will see the addition of the On P.O.I.N.T. program.