Beautiful hanging plants and flats of flowers, vegetables and herbs will be for sale at the Forked River Fire Department . Sale starts Friday  May 9th through Saturday May 10th. Come get mom a present and support Forked River Fire Department Ladies Auxiliary

Ocean County

Veronica Flesher

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Lacey

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Mothers Day Flower Sale

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Berkeley

Barnegat-Manahawkin

Karen Wall

Toms River

Manchester

Lakewood

Brick

Point Pleasant

Monmouth County

Howell

Sara Winick

Wall

Carly Baldwin

Manasquan-Belmar

Whiting United Methodist Church

A concert featuring Classic Country &amp; Bluegrass styles of music.
12:30 Billy Sullivan Solo&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;1:30 Basement Musicians
2:30 Granny &amp; The Boys&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; 2:30 Yankee Dime
Refreshments available for purchase, all monies benefit the church.

Local Event: Tunes of Yesteryear

Tunes of Yesteryear

A concert featuring Classic Country & Bluegrass styles of music.
12:30 Billy Sullivan Solo         1:30 Basement Musicians
2:30...

Free Virtual Webinar 

Event Date: June 16th, 2026Time: 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.Description: Join our network's expert surgeons—David Dupree, M.D., Annie Benzie, M.D., and Jeffrey Kraft, M.D.—for an exclusive webinar exploring the forefront of general surgery. This comprehensive session will provide clear, expert insights into the latest treatments and the compassionate, patient-centered care you can expect on your surgical journey.
Hear from our surgeons about a wide range of important health topics, including:
<ul><li>The latest advancements in hernia repair, from simple to complex, using minimally invasive and robotic techniques.</li><li>Effective, long-term surgical solutions for chronic acid reflux (GERD) and hiatal hernias.</li><li>The complete patient journey: what to expect from consultation, pre-operative preparation, and life after surgery.</li><li>Insights into common procedures such as gallbladder, appendix, and spleen removal.</li><li>The role of the general surgeon in both planned procedures and emergency care.</li></ul>




This is a unique opportunity to engage with leaders from Hackensack Meridian Health in the field and enhance your understanding of contemporary surgical practice. By bringing these crucial topics together, we aim to provide a valuable and comprehensive overview to empower you on your path to better health. <a href="https://events.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/event/dfddd26f-a03f-43ce-bb86-3632cdf7e716/summary?utm_source=HMH-CVENT&amp;utm_medium=Digital&amp;utm_campaign=PatchSOMCMay" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Click here to register.</a>

Local Event: Your Guide to Hernias & Life After Surgery, Free Virtual Webinar 

Your Guide to Hernias & Life After Surgery,...

Event Date: June 16th, 2026Time: 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.Description: Join our network's expert surgeons—David Dupree, M.D., Annie...

Your Guide to Hernias & Life After Surgery, Free Virtual Webinar 

Popcorn Park Sets 5th Lions, Tigers & Beers...

The two-day June fundraiser in Forked River will feature tastings, live music, food and animal programs.

Popcorn Park Sets 5th Lions, Tigers & Beers Festival

Community Corner

Find Lacey’s Cheapest Gas During Record...

High gas prices are adding a new line to the family road trip budget, but they are not keeping Lacey residents off the highway.

Find Lacey’s Cheapest Gas During Record Memorial Day Travel Weekend

Travel

Popular Eatery Sets Opening For New Bayville...

The new restaurant will be open in time for the holiday weekend.

Popular Eatery Sets Opening For New Bayville Location

Restaurants & Bars

Passaic County

Wayne

Deadly Listeria Outbreak Linked To NJ Cheese...

The company's product resulted in more than a dozen hospitalizations and at least one death, authorities said. 

Deadly Listeria Outbreak Linked To NJ Cheese Company

Crime & Safety

2 Dogs Die In Lacey House Fire: Officials

The fire occurred Wednesday night in Lanoka Harbor, officials said.

First-Ever Key To The City Awarded To Beloved...

Mayor Steven Kennis presented Lacey's first key to the city to a beloved retiring local restaurant owner.

First-Ever Key To The City Awarded To Beloved Lacey Restaurant Owner

Ocean County Hidden Gems: Eno's Pond County Park

At the end of Lacey Road you'll find this beautiful haven for waterfowl, with swans, ducks, herons and if you're lucky, an osprey.

This Lacey Pizzeria Has The Best Cheesesteaks,...

A Philadelphia food magazine calling your cheesesteaks a "must-try" is no small feat, and that's what happened with this Lacey pizzeria.

This Lacey Pizzeria Has The Best Cheesesteaks, Philly Food Site Says

Lacey's SnowChi Shares Peruvian Food Across...

The SnowChi Peruvian food trailer is now operating, sharing their authentic cuisine throughout Ocean County.

Lacey's SnowChi Shares Peruvian Food Across Ocean County

National Ice Cream Day: This Is Lacey's Best,...

Celebrate National Ice Cream Day by enjoying a scoop from what Patch readers unanimously agreed is the best in Lacey.

National Ice Cream Day: This Is Lacey's Best, Readers Say

National Ice Cream Day: Where's The Best In Lacey?

National Ice Cream Day is July 16. Where's your favorite spot to get a cup or cone in Lacey?

'Do It On Purpose': Why This Lacey Man Does Car...

Rex Vengeance now has 500K TikTok followers and is on his third car giveaway. But he started with next to nothing.

'Do It On Purpose': Why This Lacey Man Does Car Giveaways On TikTok

'Hero Cape,' Filled With Police Patches, Helps...

Jaxon's genetic disorder gives him tumors, Chiari malformation and more. But a thousand police patches keep him strong through treatment.

'Hero Cape,' Filled With Police Patches, Helps Lacey Boy Be Brave

Whole Beauty Bar Makes Lacey Their Best Inside...

It's more than just your average spa. Whole Beauty Bar emphasizes a whole-body, holistic approach to looking good and feeling good.

Whole Beauty Bar Makes Lacey Their Best Inside And Out

Business

Waretown Man Honors First Responders Through ...

When a first responder dies in the line of duty, their families are in need of comfort. That's where Project Lakeview steps in.

Waretown Man Honors First Responders Through 'Project Lakeview'

Families Of Slain First Responders Find Comfort In Waretown's Project Lakeview

Families Of Slain First Responders Can Find Comfort In Waretown-Based Project Lakeview

Meet Young Orange: Rap's Next Big Star Is From...

At just 23, Lacey's own Young Orange has more than 12 million streams on his music, and he hopes to keep growing.

Meet Young Orange: Rap's Next Big Star Is From Lacey

Arts & Entertainment

A Look Into The Past: A Snapshot Of Lacey...

Today, Lacey is a continually growing town. But it was much different in the 19th century. Here's what life was like then:

A Look Into The Past: A Snapshot Of Lacey Living In The 1800s

Meet Dakota & Elle, A Young Classical Music Duo...

Dakota & Elle, a tenor-soprano duo from Ocean County, are taking their music throughout Ocean County and further.

Meet Dakota & Elle, A Young Classical Music Duo From Ocean County

Meet The Classical Music Duo Filling Ocean County With Song

These Classical Vocalists Are Bringing Song To Ocean County

Natural, Handmade Soaps Made In Lacey: Savvy...

When Thomas Ascough and his wife became "label readers," they realized that even "natural soaps" were full of fake, harsh ingredients.

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