Help Clean Up LBI Beaches This Weekend

Clean Ocean Action's Fall Beach Sweeps will be held Oct. 18 at beaches across the state.

Baby's Death Under Investigation In Southern Ocean, Prosecutor Says

A 2-year-old boy was pronounced dead after police found him unresponsive inside a Little Egg Harbor home, officials said.

Longtime Jersey Shore Race Canceled, But Medals Still Given

It's only the third time in the race's 53-year history that it had to be canceled, organizers say.

Powerful Nor'easter Approaches: What Barnegat-Manahawkin Residents Should Know

The coastal storm is expected to significantly impact the shore. Here's what Barnegat and Manahawkin residents should know.

Fulfill Breaks Ground on Warehouse Expansion & Launches Capital Campaign to Fight Hunger

Major expansion will increase capacity to serve more families and fight food insecurity across Monmouth & Ocean Counties.

Families Lose 'Everything' In Jersey Shore House Fire: How To Help

Donations are being collected for families displaced by a fire this week in Beach Haven:

More Charges For Ex-South Jersey Educator Accused Of Child Sex Assault: Prosecutor

Darnell Williams, who worked at schools in Stafford and Hamilton, is now accused of sexually touching five underage girls.

'Reprehensible' Social Media Trend Has Barnegat School Officials Issue Warning

Participants in the "disturbing" trend may be suspended, removed from school and even prosecuted, district officials said.

Positive School Climate Grows Thanks To Barnegat Programs

Barnegat students are spreading kindness and empathy during National Bullying Prevention Month.

Here's Who Won The 2025 Beach Haven Chowder Cook-Off

On a warm, sunny Sunday, hundreds descended on Beach Haven to vote for the best chowder. Here's what they said:

Good Samaritans Rescue Capsized Boaters Near Barnegat Inlet

Good Samaritans on jet skis helped rescue multiple people from an overturned boat Sunday afternoon.

Where To Pick Pumpkins Near Barnegat-Manahawkin This Fall

Heading out to a patch or field to pick the best or biggest pumpkin isn’t just about finding the perfect Halloween jack-o-lantern.

Manahawkin Teen's Fatal Crash Followed Mom's Death By Domestic Violence

17-year-old Gabriel Saldana was predeceased by his mother, who was killed in an act of domestic violence this past January.

Chow Down On Chowder This Weekend With LBI Cook-Off

The Beach Haven Chowder Cook-Off returns Oct. 4 and 5. Check out the details:

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.

Man Admits Setting Fire To Southern Ocean Home: Prosecutor

Thomas Lester, 21, admitted to setting a Little Egg Harbor home ablaze in January 2024.

Dog Abandoned After Woman Evicted From Manahawkin Home: Police

The 11-year-old pit bull was "severely neglected" and a dead hedgehog was also found in the house after the woman left, police said.

Teen Driver Killed After Hitting Pole, Flipping Truck In Manahawkin: Police

The 17-year-old driver may have fallen asleep at the wheel prior to the early Tuesday crash, Stafford police said.

Fall Boating in NJ – A Great Time To Be Out On The Water!

NJ Boaters! Be Safe This Fall, and Get Your NJ Boat Safety Certificate

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

See the latest announcement from the Stafford Township.

Stafford Township: Appliance Recycling Program

See the latest announcement from the Stafford Township.

Stafford Township: Green Team Neighborhood Cleanup!

See the latest announcement from the Stafford Township.

Ocean Wind Pro-NJ Grantor Trust Opens Fall 2025 Funding Round for Coastal Resiliency Projects

Applications from Eligible Governmental Agencies, Educational Institutions and Non-Profits Now Accepted

$6K Of Jewelry Stolen By Cleaner From Manahawkin Home: Police

The Waretown woman is accused of stealing about $6,000 worth of assorted jewelry from a local house while employed as a cleaner.

Traffic Safety Detail Focuses On Barnegat-Manahawkin Roads This Week

Barnegat, Stafford, Waretown and more will be the focus of this month's Goal: Zero traffic safety detail.

$6.2M Dredging Project To Begin In Southern Ocean This Month

Channels will be dredged in Barnegat Light, Barnegat, Waretown, Long Beach Township and Lacey this month.

Sign Up for Fulfill’s Annual School-Based ‘Students Change Hunger’ Food Drive Competition

Competition runs now through January 26, 2026.

Jackpot-Winning Lottery Ticket Sold In Manahawkin

The Jersey Cash 5 jackpot was split between a ticket sold in Manahawkin and a ticket sold online, NJ Lottery officials said.

Albert Music Hall: Songwriters in the Pines - Bluegrass & Folk Show

A show featuring Cole Quest and the City Pickers (led by Woodie Guthrie's Grandson) plus three local bands performing their original music.

Celebrate Pinelands Heritage This Weekend In Southern Ocean

Albert Music Hall's annual Pinelands Heritage & Americana Fest will be held Sept. 20, with live music, vendors and more.

Social Media Posts About Charlie Kirk Under Review By Southern Ocean School District

Posts about Charlie Kirk's assassination have drawn public concern, including posts from Little Egg Harbor school staff.

Hoping to Give Back

Retired Southern Regional HS teacher Barbara Crystal is running for a seat on the Stafford Township School District Board of Education.

Popular Grocery Store Chain Proposes First Barnegat Location

Developers will seek approvals for the new grocery store from the Barnegat Township Planning Board at the end of the month.

New Super Wawa Proposed In Barnegat

The new Wawa, with food market and gas station, is proposed for the east side of town.

Celebrate Piney Heritage At Ocean County's Annual Decoy & Gunning Show

The Annual Old Time Barnegat Bay Decoy and Gunning Show returns for its 43rd year this month.

Jersey Shore Man Run Over By SUV After Falling Off Skateboard Dies, Police Say

The man had been ejected from his electric skateboard and was lying in the road before he was hit by a SUV, police said.

Pinelands Heritage & Americana Fest at Albert Music Hall

Family-friendly outdoor festival featuring live music, cloggers, local artisans, and children’s activities in Waretown.

Man Shared Child Sexual Abuse Images Online: Barnegat Police

Aiden Grady, husband of a local church's ex-youth director, had the images on his phone and sent them on Snapchat, police said.

Stafford Township: Green Team Neighborhood Cleanup!

See the latest announcement from the Stafford Township.