The Ocean County Chapter of The Friendly Sons of the Shillelagh has regretfully announced the 2020 Ocean County Irish Festival, which was to be held on Sept. 12 at Manahawkin Lake Park, has been canceled. The cancellation is a consequence of concern for the community as the nation is still in the midst of a global pandemic.

The 50/50 raffle and drawing will still be held on Sept. 12. First prize takes 25 percent of tickets sold, second prize takes 15 percent of tickets sold and third prize takes…