Incumbents Lead Berkeley, Central Regional Races: Election Results

Polls have closed and results are coming in. Check here for live results from the Berkeley Township and Central Regional school boards.

Election Day In Berkeley: What To Know, Where To Vote

The general election is Nov. 5. Here's what Berkeley voters need to know.

New Bill Would Up Penalties For Defrauding Elders: 9th District

Sen. Carmen Amato's bill, passed by the Senate, would create a new theft offense called “financial exploitation of the elderly.”

Veterans Housing Development Moving Forward In Berkeley

Non-profit Tunnel to Towers will build housing in Bayville to help fight veteran homelessness.

Volunteers Celebrated During Friends Of Library Week In Berkeley

The Friends of the Berkeley Library raise funds for equipment, programming, events and more. The township is celebrating their work.

15-Home Development Proposed For Wooded Area In Berkeley

"Woodland Acres at Berkeley" is proposed for an undeveloped plot of land east of Wheaton Avenue and south of Serpentine Avenue.

Election 2024: See Early Voting, Candidate Info For Berkeley

Election Day is Nov. 5, where voters will cast ballots in local and federal races. Here's what you need to know:

Special Morning Council Meeting Set In Berkeley

On the agenda for Tuesday's 10 a.m. special council meeting are the introduction of ordinances that have to do with recreation fees.

Berkeley To 'Go Gold' In Honor Of Local Girl Who Fought Cancer

September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, and each year, Berkeley honors the life of Emiliana O'Brien, who died in 2015.

Bill Would Raise Asset Limits For Seniors On Medicaid: 9th District

Sen. Carmen Amato, Asm. Brian Rumpf and Asm. Greg Myhre proposed the legislation, which would set higher asset limits for some on Medicaid.

Meet With Berkeley's Mayor At Free Event

Speak one-on-one with Mayor John Bacchione with “Meet the Mayor” at the Ocean County Library Berkeley Branch.

$4.7M Awarded To Berkeley Beach Condo Owners After Seizure Of Dunes

The DEP offered Midway Beach condo owners $500 for the seizure of their sand dunes. A court now awarded them $4.7 million:

Homeownership Can't Be Age-Restricted In Berkeley, Court Rules

Berkeley set an ordinance restricting senior community ownership to those 55+. Judges ruled that violates federal law:

Proposed Townhouses To Go Before Berkeley Zoning Board Again

The 17-unit development on Louis Ave. was approved in 2022 but did not provide proper notice to Ocean Gate homeowners.

'Veterans Village' Housing Development Proposed In Berkeley

Tunnel to Towers Foundation is proposing a 99-unit apartment complex and 24 one-story comfort homes, plus 24/7 onsite support services.

Neighbors Rally To Stop Development On Tallwood Way In Berkeley

Residents have filed a lawsuit challenging the approval of variances that would pave the way for a 24-unit apartment complex in Bayville.

Contractor Fined After Worker's 80-Foot Fall In Bayville: OSHA

The contractor failed to provide required safety equipment that would've prevented the worker's eight-story fall in January, OSHA said.

Spot Once Meant For Development Now Preserved In Berkeley

A small area on Route 9 in Berkeley's southern end was once marked for development. Land preservation in the area is changing its zone.

Give Veterans Increase In Property Tax Deduction, 9th District Says

Sen. Carmen Amato and Asm. Brian Rumpf and Gregory Myhre are supporting an effort to increase property tax reductions for veterans.

Special Council Meeting Set In Berkeley

The purpose of the morning special meeting is financial matters, according to officials.

New Business Administrator Appointed In Berkeley

Scott Tirella will take over as Berkeley's business administrator following the death of John Camera.

Tax Increase Set In Berkeley Municipal Budget

The $61 million budget, up $5 million from the year prior, comes with a tax increase of 3.47 cents.

More Land Preserved In Good Luck Point, County Says

Hundreds of acres of Good Luck Point have been preserved permanently, especially after it was devastated by Superstorm Sandy.

Hazard Mitigation Plan Discussed At Ocean County Workshop

What are Ocean County's biggest concerns for future natural disasters? This and more will be discussed at an upcoming workshop.

Primary Election 2024: What To Know, Where To Vote In Berkeley

Berkeley has no municipal election this year, but residents still have the chance to make their voices heard.

$170K Grant Will Help Berkeley Pick Up Litter

The Clean Communities grants help municipalities like Berkeley fund litter removal programs to keep trash out of roads and waterways.

9th District Bill Would Support Spouses Of Fallen 1st Responders

During National Police Week, Sen. Amato, Asm. Rumpf & Asm. Myhre are proposing to give tax exemptions to spouses of fallen first responders.

Public Hearing On Offshore Wind Farm Set In Bayville

Share your thoughts on the Atlantic Shores wind project, off the coast of Atlantic City, in two virtual and one in-person public hearings.

New Vote Held On Tallwoods Way Variance In Berkeley

The zoning board had an "ineligible vote" at its April meeting on the subdivision of a Tallwoods Way property, so a new vote was held.

Solar Field On Ex-Landfill Nears Completion In Berkeley

The 40-acre landfill was closed and capped after about 40 years and soon, the solar field will power 1,600 homes.

Neighbors Oppose 24-Unit Apartment Complex In Berkeley

Developers were requesting a use variance in order to construct the complex along Tallwood Way, as multi-family units were not permitted.

9th District Aims To Cut School Aid Losses With New Bill

The bill, proposed by Sen. Carmen Amato, Asm. Brian Rumpf and Asm. Greg Myhre, would adjust the school state aid funding formula.

24-Unit Apartment Complex To Go Before Berkeley Zoning Board

A use variance is needed for the proposed apartments along Tallwood Way in Bayville.

Beachwood Mall Site Redevelopment Moves Forward

The extension of Western Boulevard and changes to the master plan signal that the redevelopment of the Beachwood Mall is moving forward.

$1M In Federal Funds Will Extend Western Boulevard In Berkeley

Rep. Chris Smith said that the money he secured will relieve traffic hazards and gridlock on Route 9 in Berkeley.

$100K In Grants Awarded To Berkeley Fire Departments

The Bayville and Pinewald Pioneer fire departments received $70,000 and $30,000, respectively, to purchase updated gear.

Fees To Resume At Island Beach State Park This Summer

State parks, including Island Beach State Park, are likely to begin charging fees again under Gov. Phil Murphy's 2024-25 budget.

$100M In Funding Will Preserve, Repair Jersey Shore Boardwalks

The Boardwalk Preservation Fund is split between 18 shore towns to help them repair and expand their boardwalks.

9th District Blasts 'Excessive' Natural Gas Rate Increase

Sen. Carmen Amato, Assemblyman Brian Rumpf and Assemblyman Greg Myhre say the proposed 24% increase on heating bills is too much.

Another Detox Center To Go Before Berkeley Zoning Board

Crystal Lake needs a use variance to expand and turn its second floor into a detox and substance abuse treatment center.