Ocean City, NJ|News|
Ocean City Announces 2026 Night In Venice Boat, House Award Winners
Award winners for Ocean City's Night In Venice can pick up prizes starting Sunday at City Hall's Welcome Center.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
- Berkeley, NJ
Hi! I'm a Local Editor covering Berkeley, Lacey, Barnegat-Manahawkin, Galloway and Ocean City. I'm an Ocean County resident with a love for all things New Jersey. I've spent most of my life here and graduated from The College of New Jersey in 2020 with my B.A. in Journalism & Professional Writing.
Please feel free to reach out to me at veronica.flesher@patch.com. I look forward to hearing from you!
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Galloway, NJ|News|
Mom Saves Daughter From Ex-Boyfriend's Assault: Atlantic Co. Prosecutor
The woman was being dragged into a vehicle by her ex-boyfriend, but her mother stopped him, authorities said.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Galloway, NJ|News|
Teen Charged In Fatal South Jersey Shooting: Prosecutor
A 15-year-old was charged with aggravated manslaughter after a man was found dead in Mullica Township, officials said.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Ocean City, NJ|News|
2 Ocean City Residents Face Drug Charges After Search Warrant: Police
Police said narcotics and distribution paraphernalia were recovered during a July 23 search on Haven Avenue.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Across New Jersey, NJ|News|
Severe Weather, Potential Storms Head To NJ: See Latest Forecast
Monday and Tuesday are set to be stormy, with heavy rain, damaging winds and flash flooding in store.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Barnegat-Manahawkin, NJ|News|
Drive-Thru Coffee Shop Proposed In Barnegat
The proposal will be heard by the zoning board in August.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Berkeley|News|
Motel Could Become Apartments In Bayville
The proposal to convert the motel into apartments will go before the zoning board in August.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Ocean City, NJ|News|
Toddler Overdosed On Cocaine During Jersey Shore Vacation, Prosecutor Says
The 2-year-old boy was given two doses of Narcan on the way to the hospital after falling ill, authorities said.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Ocean City, NJ|News|
Baby Zebra Born At Cape May County Zoo
The filly born to Lydia on July 17 is the fourth zebra foal for the Cape May County Park & Zoo mother.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Berkeley|News|
Restrictions Set At Island Beach State Park Ahead Of Boat Party
"FloatShoalla," the boat and float party at Tices Shoal, is this weekend.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Moorestown, NJ|News|
Lightning Strike Sets South Jersey Bakery Ablaze
Fire damage has temporarily shut down two businesses.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Ocean City, NJ|News|
Event Set To Honor Historic Allen AME Church In Cape May
A free Sept. 19 program in Cape May will honor the history and cultural legacy of the former Allen AME Church.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Ocean City, NJ|News|
Ocean City Crowns Miss Night in Venice 2026 Queen Ahead Of Boat Parade
Nadia Marzano was crowned Monday night after contestants raised money for 14 local non-profit groups.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Lacey, NJ|News|
5 Ocean County Events To Check Out This Weekend
Ocean County residents have plenty of ways to spend the weekend.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Barnegat-Manahawkin, NJ|News|
Data Center Ban Proposed In Stafford
An ordinance was introduced that would ban data centers from being built in Stafford Township.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Berkeley|News|
Support Surges For Family After Fatal Barnegat Bay Boating Crash
The two siblings who died in the crash left behind "a beautiful reminder of the unbreakable bond they shared," their obituaries read.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Barnegat-Manahawkin, NJ|News|
Manahawkin Lake Park To Host Cardboard Boat Regatta, National Night Out
The township plans boat inspections at 4 p.m. and races at 5 p.m., followed by National Night Out in the park.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Ocean City, NJ|News|
East Lynne Sets Cape May Run of Jennifer Childs' 'Funny Girls'
The East Lynne Theater Company will open its new Philadelphia residency series July 24 at the Clemans Theater.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Lacey, NJ|News|
Presentation Set For College Students With Disabilities At Lacey Library
The free Aug. 4 program in Forked River will cover college accommodations and eligibility at Ocean County College.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Ocean City, NJ|News|
Sleeping, Camping Banned In Public In Ocean City
The new Ocean City ordinance bars sleeping or camping in public areas but allows ordinary beach napping.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
