Lacey Honors Outgoing Committeeman Dykoff

Committeeman Mark Dykoff opted not to run for re-election after more than 20 years of serving Lacey Township.

'Immediate Action' Needed On Rising Energy Bills In South Jersey

Rep. Jeff Van Drew met with Exelon and Atlantic City Electric to discuss a rise in energy bills that he's calling an "urgent crisis."

$9.7M Grant To Restore Stouts Creek Marsh In Lacey

Funding from the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation and NOAA will help restore 96 acres of degraded salt marsh in Lacey.

Lawsuits, Fundraiser Aim To Stop QuickChek Construction In Lacey

Two lawsuits claim that approvals should never have been given to build a QuickChek where the former Community Hall and Worden House sit.

Incumbents Lead In Lacey: 2024 Election Results

Polls have closed and results are coming in. Check here for live results from the Lacey Township Committee and school board.

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

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

New Burglary Bill Celebrated By Lacey Officials

9th District Sen. Carmen Amato said that the signing of S-3600 will help protect senior citizens by upgrading penalties for burglaries.

Bamber Lakes Fire Company Folds Into Forked River

The station will now serve as a substation for the Forked River Fire Department, officials said.

Election 2024: See Early Voting, Candidate Info For Lacey

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

QuickChek Proposal Continues To Be Controversial In Lacey

Residents say a QuickChek will destroy historic buildings, but officials say so much has changed, the buildings have little historic value.

Roller Rink To Become Turf Field In Lacey

One of two roller rinks at Gille Park will be converted into a turf field because it was "underutilized," officials said.

Dredging Proposed For Lacey Waterways

A public comment period is underway for a dredging plan of six Lacey waterways for a 10-year time period.

2 New Homegrown Officers Join Lacey Police Department

Both Ryan Zacco and John Tirella are Lacey Township High School graduates who are now joining the police department.

Township Committee, School Board Meet Tuesday In Lacey

Tuesday will have a school board referendum information session, a school board meeting and Township Committee meeting.

QuickChek Will Replace Historic Lacey Buildings

The Worden House and the former Community Center will be demolished to make way for a QuickChek gas station and convenience store.

Senior Freeze Checks Being Mailed Out: 9th District Offers Assistance

The 9th Legislative District says they're ready to help residents who are filing for the Senior Freeze program.

General Election Showdown Set For November In Lacey

Committeeman Mark Dykoff declined to run in the primary, so no matter what, Lacey will see at least on fresh face on the dais.

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

Lacey residents head to the polls Tuesday to make their voices heard in the primary. Here's what to know:

More Detail Needed For Oyster Creek Cleanup Plan, NRC Says

Holtec is delaying the submission of Oyster Creek's License Termination Plan while working closely with the Nuclear Regulatory Commission.

2 Forked River Teens Honored For Joining Military Academies

Rep. Chris Smith honored the two students who will soon be joining the Class of 2028 at the U.S. military service academies.

Oyster Creek Power Plant Could Become 'Green Energy Park'

Holtec shared a quarterly update on the decommissioning of Oyster Creek and what its future could look like.

MUA Says Lacey's Water Is Safe, Disputes Non-Compliance Report

The Lacey MUA violated a state drinking water requirement, but officials said residents have no need to worry.

'Clerical Error' Voids Sale Of Lacey Property With Historic Buildings

Missing documentation means that the sale of the property housing the old community center and Worden House has been voided.

Taxes Up In Proposed 2024 Lacey Municipal Budget

The $41.3 million budget was introduced at the March 28 Township Committee meeting.

Lacey Township Committee Election: 4 File To Run

Two Township Committee seats are up for grabs this year in Lacey.

School Funding Formula Needs Reform, 9th District Says

The 9th District legislators specifically cited the cuts faced by Lacey schools as evidence the formula is "failing too many students."

Funds Will Extend Railroad Ave., Add To Rail Trail In Lacey

The $6 million in federal funds secured by Rep. Chris Smith will alleviate traffic, provide stormwater piping and add to the Rail Trail.

$6M In Federal Funds Will Extend Road In Lacey

Rep. Chris Smith said that he secured funds to extend Railroad Avenue in Lacey to alleviate traffic congestion on Route 9.

$70K In Grants Awarded To Fire Departments In Lacey

Lanoka Harbor and Bamber Lake fire departments received $50,000 and $20,000 respectively to help purchase updated equipment.

Budget Workshop Meeting Set In Lacey

The public is invited to learn about what's in store for Lacey's 2024 municipal budget.

Cease And Desist Served To Lacey Officials On Historic Lot Sale

Lacey resident Barry Bendar asked the Lacey Township Committee to halt the pending sale of the Worden House and former community hall.

New Townhouses, Office Space Approved In Lacey

An eight-unit townhouse building with two mixed-use office and apartment units will be constructed on Maxim Drive.

Lacey Committeeman Reappointed As Library Commission Chair

Committee Timothy McDonald was recently sworn-in to his second term as chair of the Ocean County Library Commission.

Residents Hope To Save Historic Building In Lacey

With the sale of the property housing the former community hall and the historic Worden House, some are concerned about preserving history.

Proposed Affordable Housing Changes Would Impact Lacey: Officials

The legislation would "result in less certainty and finality, less transparency, less balance" and more to Lacey, officials said.

New 9th District Legislators Share Top Priorities

Sen. Carmen Amato, Assemblyman Brian Rumpf and Assemblyman Greg Myhre are pledging their commitment to their constituents.

Proposed P3 Municipal Complex Project Tabled, Lacey Officials Say

A controversial project using a P3 partnership to construct a new municipal complex is not moving forward at this time.

Juliano To Serve As Lacey's Mayor In 2024

"We're going to give it a hell of a go," said new Mayor Peggy Sue Juliano, following in the footsteps of her late husband.

New Meeting Time For Lacey Committee In 2024

Dates have been set for the 2024 Lacey Township Committee meetings:

Reorganization Meetings Set In Lacey

The Township Committee will choose a new mayor and deputy mayor at the first meeting of the new year.