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Berkeley's Top Stories Of 2022: Year In Review
The future of Blackbeard's Cave, a community standing up against racism and more. These are the five top stories from Berkeley this year.
BERKELEY, NJ — A lot went on in Berkeley Township this year.
We welcomed new businesses like an Italian market, watched as black bears roamed about, dealt with rabid foxes on the loose and more.
Check out some of Berkeley Patch's top-viewed stories of 2022.
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Racially charged social media posts by a member of the Central Regional Board of Education drew rebukes from staff members, former students and community members, who urged the district to take action at the district’s school board meeting in March.
The now-former Ocean Gate Mayor Paul Kennedy was charged on March 18 with official misconduct and theft after using government money for his own benefit. In May, additional charges of misconduct and theft were added after an investigation revealed that, among other things, Kennedy had used campaign funds for his personal benefit, according to officials.
Blackbeard's Cave on Route 9 used to be a great small amusement park for local families to enjoy rides, mini golf and more. However, after several difficult years, the park gave up some of its leased land and sold equipment to attempt to reopen for the 2021 season as a smaller park, but ultimately never reopened. Patch reached out to officials to find out what's planned for this beloved spot. Also, check out these photos and videos exploring the abandoned park.
NJ Star Wrestler Jayla Hahn Jumped At School, Now Fears Going Back
The mother of Central Regional wrestler Jayla Hahn says her daughter wants to withdraw from the school after she was attacked in the school cafeteria, in part because district officials are not doing enough to protect her child.
Free Entrance To Island Beach State Park This Summer
This was Berkeley Patch's top-viewed story of 2022. Gov. Phil Murphy announced in the spring that entrance to all state parks, including Island Beach State Park, would be free for the summer.
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