The second annual “Helping Out Home for the Holidays” fundraising event to benefit Southern Regional High School students was held Saturday, Dec. 2 at the Marlin Restaurant and Bar in Beach Haven. With donations from local businesses and community members, the auction raised $5,000 and Marlin owner Michael Battista contributed a matching gift.

In total, $10,040 will provide financial assistance to students who need help paying for their senior trip, prom or other school-related opportunities;…