Latest: Hospital Capacity In Barnegat-Manahawkin Area

Updated federal data shows how many hospital beds are currently filled in Ocean County and across NJ.

Registration Opens For Stafford’s Townwide Yard Sale

Stafford Township is hosting a weekend of yard sales on Sept. 11 and 12. The deadline to register is Friday, Aug. 27.

Little Egg Harbor Rite Aid Sells $30K Lottery Ticket

A winning lottery ticket sold in Little Egg Harbor at Rite Aid on Mathistown Road earned the $30,000 third-tier prize in the July 6 drawing.

Police Chief: Barnegat HS Fireworks Were A ‘Resounding Success’

Barnegat’s police chief said moving the fireworks from the dock to the high school gave spectators more space and reduced traffic on Friday.

Barnegat-Manahawkin Area Red Cross Blood Drives Coming Up Soon

Blood platelet and type O donations are in high demand.

Around Barnegat: Library To Host Vaccine Clinic Wednesday

Here's the latest news around Barnegat and Manahawkin.

Manahawkin Student Nets International Award For Leadership Skills

Melissa Misurelli’s passion for fitness led to the start of her own personal training program that helped kids stay fit amid remote learning

Barnegat’s Drive-In Movie 'Jaws' Pushed To September

Due to inclement weather on June 19, Barnegat's drive-in movie showing of “Jaws” has been postponed to Saturday, Sept. 11.

Around Barnegat: Food Truck, Craft Vendors Needed For Pirates Day

Here's the latest news around Barnegat and Manahawkin.

Turtle Signs Available For Stafford Residents At Town Hall

Stafford officials have encouraged residents who live near marsh areas to pick up a turtle crossing sign at town hall.

Barnegat Police Chief Achieves Leadership Role In NJ Association

Barnegat Police Chief Keith A. Germain has been elected 4th Vice President of the New Jersey State Association of Chiefs of Police.

PC & Kristin Cast to Appear in Library's Virtual Author Series

The Ocean County Library is excited to welcome New York Times bestselling author duo, P.C. & Kristin Cast virtually on June 24 @ 6 PM.

Barnegat-Manahawkin Area Red Cross Blood Drives Coming Up Soon

The Red Cross is holding a series of blood drives in the Barnegat-Manahawkin area soon.

Barnegat Seeks Food Truck, Craft Vendors For Pirates Day

Barnegat Township Recreation is seeking food trucks and craft vendors for the 31st annual Pirates Day on Saturday, Sept. 11.

Barnegat Farmers Market To Return Thursday

The Barnegat farmers market opens Thursday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. These 27 local vendors will be there with produce, baked goods and more:

Signs Urge Motorists To Watch For Turtle Crossings In Manahawkin

Lawn signs urging drivers to “Hit The Brake For Turtle's Sake” were planted along several roads in Manahawkin for terrapin nesting season.

Manahawkin Lake To Reopen For Swimming June 21

​The opening of the swimming beach at A. Paul King County Park in Manahawkin has been pushed to June 21 due to a shortage of lifeguards.

Southern Regional Seeks Donations To Replace Memorial Day Flags

Southern Regional is seeking monetary donations to replace about 5,000 flags that were damaged by rain and wind over Memorial Day weekend.

Waretown To Hold Shredding Event Saturday

Ocean County residents will have the chance to get their documents shredded at no cost in Waretown on Saturday.

Christina Gibbons Group Launches Expansion to NJ Shore

Leading Bergen County Real Estate Team, Christina Gibbons Group, Expands to Ocean County with State-of-the-Art Shore House Listing

Upcoming Red Cross Blood Drives In Barnegat-Manahawkin Area

The Red Cross is seeking blood donors in the Barnegat-Manahawkin area. The pandemic has impacted the country's blood supply.

First-Ever Farmers Market Coming To Stafford

Stafford announced its first-ever farmers market will run every Tuesday this summer starting June 22 from 9 a.m. to noon in Heritage Park.

Little Egg Harbor To Open New Dog Park Next Week

The dog park at Freedom Fields County Park in Little Egg Harbor will open Tuesday, giving dogs a new place to run and roam.

Barnegat Police Support Special Olympics NJ At MetLife Stadium

Eleven Barnegat police officers won undefeated in a flag football game at MetLife Stadium to raise money for Special Olympics New Jersey.

Barnegat Woman Praised By Girl Scouts Of The Jersey Shore

Bahiyyah Abdullah, of Barnegat, was named a "Woman of Distinction" for the achievements in her 33-year career as a Girl Scouts professional.

5 Things To Do At The Jersey Shore This Week

Patch rounded up five things to do along the shore this week, including a beach kite festival and patriotic brass band show.

Barnegat-Manahawkin Area Red Cross Blood Drives Coming Up Soon

Here's a list of the Red Cross blood drives being held near you.

Barnegat Rotary Club To Host Cornhole Tournament Saturday

Prizes will be awarded to the top teams in the adult and youth brackets. Event proceeds will benefit the rotary club’s scholarship program.

Pinelands Student Creates Birthday Kits For Families In Need

A Pinelands Regional School student crafted birthday party pans, complete with cake mix, candles and plates, for struggling families.

102 People Pay Kindness Forward At Dunkin’ In Barnegat

102 people paid for the cars behind them on Sunday morning at the Dunkin' in Barnegat, said employee Luke Hart, who rang up each customer.

Great White Shark Detected Again Off Jersey Shore

A great white shark found its way back to the Jersey Shore this week.

Around Barnegat: Nurse Suspended After Refusing To Wear Face Mask

Plus: Makers Festival Canceled In Manahawkin Amid Pandemic / Barnegat Approves Ordinance Banning Marijuana Businesses

Final Upgrades Added To Project Playground In Barnegat

Mayor Al Bille thought the playground could reopen this weekend, but the new equipment that was delivered was not up to insurance standards.

Rutgers Professor, A Leading Infectious Disease Expert, Dies: PM

Also: NJ Man Charged In Capitol Riot After Grandmother's Gossip / Feces On NJ McDonald's Food? / NJ-Based Company Leaving Garden State

Bar Seating Is Back In South Jersey – With Restrictions: Patch PM

Also: South Jersey Nurse Suspended: Didn't Wear Mask / Many Don't Get 2nd Shot: Here's Where​ / NJ Senior Gets Into 4 Ivy League Schools

Around Barnegat: Teen Continues Streak Of Virtual Concerts

Plus: Barnegat Drive-In Movie Series Announced / Mother's Day Auction To Benefit Nonprofit In So. Ocean County / Scojo's Restaurant Reopens

Barnegat, Manahawkin 2021 Summer Camp Guide

Here's a list of summer camps for kids happening around Barnegat and Manahawkin this year.

Getting Back to Wellness

YMCAs Senior Citizens Activities Network Bringing Older Adults Together for a Day of Health and Fitness on May 26

Artwork Needed For Turtle Crossing Signs In Stafford

The winning artwork in the contest will be added to lawn signs and displayed in areas where diamondback terrapins cross roadways to nest.

Clothing Drive To Benefit Brackman, Horbelt School Drama Club

The drama club at Russell O. Brackman Middle School and Robert L. Horbelt Elementary School is hosting a clothing drive through May 10.

Local Business Owner Say Thank You During Pandemic

The Mosquito & Pest Authority of the Jersey Shore give back with 100 complimentary mosquito treatments.

Travel Like A Local: Submit Your Town For Our 2018 Travel Guide

Whether you've got the best brewery around or a music festival that rivals Coachella, tell us why your town should be a destination in 2018.