Attention Creators - 2025 National Poison Prevention Week Contest

Tell us your poison story! Open to all students K-12th grade.

New School Year Brings Concerns About Exposure to Potential Poisons

Be aware of hidden dangers at home and in school that can lead to potentially dangerous mishaps and calls to the poison control center.

Prepare Thanksgiving Dinner Without Worry

Make food safety your first ingredient.

Halloween Safety

Although Halloween is a time filled with exciting and fun activities, it’s a busy time for everyone, including the state’s poison center.

Child Care Costs ‘Untenable For Families’ In Galloway

Parents in Galloway with young children are spending about 14 percent of their income on child care, according to a new report.

Trunk Or Treat Set In Galloway

The event will be held in conjunction with the Towne Center Halloween celebration on Oct. 29.

Annual Summer Carnival Returns To Galloway

Enjoy summertime family fun when the annual carnival returns to Galloway.

Galloway Police Offers Free 'Junior Police Academy' In July

Galloway residents between the ages of 12 and 14 can learn all about law enforcement in this three-day camp.

Easter Egg Hunts And Brunch At Seaview Hotel

The hotel is hosting three hourly Easter Egg hunts, and the Easter Bunny will be present for photos.

Oscar Mayer Wienermobile Rolls Into Galloway

The Wienermobile will be at the ShopRite LGPA Classic this weekend and traveling around the Galloway area until Wednesday.

Nurse Connects With Patient After Recovering From COVID-19

A nurse, who had recently recovered from COVID-19, connected with a person with Down syndrome who also had the virus.

Coronavirus Delays Get Couples More Eager To Marry At The Shore

Many weddings have been postponed because of COVID-19. But that's made many couples excited to enjoy an extended engagement.

Couples Renew Wedding Vows At Galloway Nursing Home

Four resident couples renewed their wedding vows at the Seashore Gardens Living Center.

4 Leap Day Babies Born At AtlantiCare

Famous Feb. 29 birthdays include rapper Ja Rule and motivational speaker Tony Robbins. Four AtlantiCare babies joined the ranks.

Wheelchair To Jet: Dad-Son 'Top Gun' Wins Patch Costume Contest

Three-year-old Brian can't walk or talk, but he can rock an epic tandem costume his father made.

5 Ways Families Can Avoid Overspending This Summer — And Beyond

Summer spending doesn't have to break the bank! Here are a few ways to cut back while still having some big fun all year.

Galloway's 4th Of July Fireworks: 2019 Guide, Scheduled Time

Patch has your complete guide to Fourth of July fireworks shows, parades and other festive events in and around Galloway.

Helpful Pregnancy Advice That Moms-To-Be Should Embrace

If you're pregnant, don't stress— a new book explains just what to do while making your baby, from healthy diets to the checklist you need.

Tidying Up: How To Declutter Our Lives As Parents

It's common to feel suffocated by all of our material objects. Luckily, there are some ways to simplify our lives as parents and people.

Agape Vespers and Gospel read in many languages

Service of Love, Gospel read in many languages, Candy Egg Hunt, Bunny visit.

Holy Friday Youth Retreat and Service

Story of the Resurrection learn the true meaning of Pascha the Crucifixion, Death and Resurrection of the Lord

Saturday of Lazarus and Palm Sunday

Divine Liturgy explained youth participation in reading and chanting breakfast palm folding Sunday palm procession

7 Expert Tips On Managing Your Picky Little Eaters

Every parent wants to crack the code on their picky eaters — without having to force-feed them. Here are some techniques that will help.

Traveling With A Toddler: Pro Tips And Avoidable Fails

Planning a getaway with a toddler? It might not be as sunny as you hoped, if you're not prepared. Here are some tips to remember!

7 Signs You Might Be Over-Parenting

A recent book suggests that over-parenting your child could be doing more harm than good — but how do you know when you're guilty of it?

What Is A Lawnmower Parent — And Are You One?

You've heard of the helicopter parent, but there’s a new term sweeping the playgrounds. Are you guilty of it?

6 Ways To Balance Parenthood And A Successful Career

With a little creative thinking, courage, and planning, you can find a modern-day workflow that actually works for you and your family.

My Mother Was Sick, In A Living Hell. Until 9-11.

Somehow, seeing New York City in ruins, with all that destruction, this New Jersey family - my family - found a way to heal.

Want To See Pope Francis? Rep. MacArthur Is Raffling Tickets

Third District constituents can enter a lottery for a chance to win a pair of tickets to see the Pope during his visit to Washington.

11 Years After 'Heaven,' What Life is Like for the Burpo Family

The movie, in stores July 22, is about a real-life boy who says he went to Heaven and met Jesus during surgery. We spoke with the family behind the film about how it can help start a discussion in your town.

24 Amazing Ways Residents Inspire Their Communities

Patch readers told us who the "Everyday Inspirations" in their communities are, and we're sharing their stories and the work they've done locally.

Everyday Inspirations: Incredible Ways People Give Back Locally

Patch readers told us who the "Everyday Inspirations" in their communities are, and we're sharing their stories and the work they've done locally.

'Coupon Queen' Gets $800 Grocery Bill Down to $7, Gives Savings Away

A New York woman is so good at bargain shopping that she's used her skills to donate groceries and other goods to charity. Learn how you can follow her lead locally.

Charitable Children: 'No Matter What Age You May Be, You Can Change the Life of Another'

As a part of our "Everyday Inspirations" series, we look at how children across the country are making big impacts locally.

Harp Healing: Woman Uses Music Therapy to Help Hospital Patients

After losing three people close to her in eight months, Edie Elkan picked up a harp for the first time in 28 years. Now she runs a program training others to play the instrument for patients in hospitals.

Readers Respond With Donations For Pit Bull Shot In Neck, Report Says

Couple that found "Boss" want to adopt him, dog recovering at Stafford Veterinary Hospital

Nominate 'Everyday Inspirations' in Galloway

Patch wants to share stories about people who work every day to change others' lives for the better.

Fund-Raising Continues For Cancer-Stricken Barnegat High School Graduate

With the help of her sister, Samantha Franco has raised nearly $70,000 online to help cover the costs of her treatments, which aren't covered by insurance

NJ Transit Offers System-wide Cross-honoring Thursday

Customers can use ticket or pass on alternate travel mode

Free Guided Hikes in 15 State Parks on New Year's Day

Island Beach State Park is one of the sites for the holiday hikes

First Weekend of Winter Could Bring Record Warmth To Central, South Jersey

Galloway Thanks Businesses for Support of Senior Holiday Party

The annual event was held on Tuesday, Dec. 17.

Man Steals from Coffee Shop—and You’ll Never Guess What Happened Next

Who says the punishment always has to fit the crime?

Second Grader’s “Buddy Bench” Goes Viral

Christian Bucks’ idea to foster friendship spreads to 32 states—and counting.

Three Area Residents Among New State Police Graduates

Residents from Brick, Sea Girt and Galloway becoming state troopers

AtlantiCare Auxiliary Makes $500,000 Pledge

The ARMC Mainland Auxiliary makes a $500,000 pledge at the 35th annual Holly Day Luncheon in Galloway Township.

Stockton Students Erect Osprey Platform on Marsh Near Seaview

The class project helps the species that is the college's mascot.

Ocean City Seeks Entries for Mr. Mature America Pageant

Ocean City is billing the charity event as the first of its kind.