News
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•October 30, 2019
Library System Responds to eBook Embargo
Beginning Nov. 1, Macmillan Publishers will restrict public libraries to the purchase of only one copy of a new eBook title following its release, after which the publisher will impose an eight-week…
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•October 30, 2019
Beach Haven School Eyeing Plastic ‘Buddy Bench’
The Beach Haven Elementary School is collecting plastic caps and lids to create a “Buddy Bench.” Christopher Meyrick, principal/superintendent, said theproject has been spearheaded by Patrice…
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•October 30, 2019
Barnegat VFW Receives National Recognition
Since becoming commander of Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 10092 in Barnegat Township, Francis Healey has put a strong emphasis on community outreach programs. His efforts have been recognized as the…
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•October 28, 2019
Write-In Candidate Challenges Republican Incumbents in Tuckerton
In Tuckerton, two Republicans are being challenged by a write-in candidate for two seats on the borough council. An independent party, Tuckerton for Progress is asking residents to write in their…
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•October 28, 2019
All Things Retirement Talk at LBIF Nov. 1
All things retirement is the overview of a presentation at The Long Beach Island Foundation of the Arts and Sciences in Loveladies on Friday, Nov. 1, from 6 to 8 p.m. Mary M. Beckett, wealth…
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•October 23, 2019
LBI Board of Education Agrees to Postpone School Consolidation Discussion
The Long Beach Island Consolidated Board of Education last week agreed to temporarily suspend a June decision to develop a plan to relocate the entire student body and staff from the Ethel A.…
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•October 23, 2019
Four on Ballot for LBI School Board
On Nov. 5, taxpayers in Barnegat Light, Harvey Cedars and Long Beach Township will vote for candidates to fill seats on the Long Beach Island Consolidated Board of Education.
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•October 23, 2019
Rest and Remember
A new bench outside of Bageleddi’s in Ship Bottom was donated by the Stafford Township Lions Club in memory of Peter Casamento. Casamento, of Manahawkin, served the club for 53 years and was the…
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•October 23, 2019
Urgent Care Now Commended on Practices
Urgent Care Now has earned a commendation for demonstrating a commitment to responsible prescribing practices of antibiotics. The Antibiotic Stewardship Commendation was given by the Urgent Care…
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•October 23, 2019
Veterans Park and Playground Move Ahead in Little Egg Harbor
Little Egg Harbor Township officials are gearing up for a Nov. 11 opening of the new Veteran’ Park on the corner of Radio Road and Grace Place, recently renamed Veterans Memorial Boulevard. During…
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•October 23, 2019
Manahawkin Jeep Donates to Seaport
Manahawkin Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram recently supported the Tuckerton Seaport with a donation of $12,500. Pictured (from left) are: Diane Hartelius, Manahawkin Jeep sales and lease professional Mike…
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•October 23, 2019
Little Egg Harbor Police Solve Burglaries, Rash of Petty Thefts
A rash of break-ins and home burglaries has been attributed to two menwho werearrested by Little Egg Harbor police this month.
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•October 23, 2019
Stafford School District Rallies in Opposition of State Funding Cuts
Stafford Township Board of Education member Joe Mangino, no stranger to leading the charge against state officials when something is amiss, has a message for the community.
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•October 23, 2019
Community Options Inc. Is Meeting Special Need in Little Egg Harbor, Stafford Townships
Community Options Inc. offers permanent housing in staffed group homes for those of our most vulnerable citizens: those with intellectual and developmental disabilities. Some have aged out of their…
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•October 23, 2019
Manasquan Bank Welcomes Little Egg Harbor Customers
Manasquan Bank has opened its doors in both Little Egg Harbor and Manahawkin. The Little Egg Harbor branch welcomed the public on Saturday, Oct. 19, at 540 Route 9 South.
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•October 23, 2019
Tuckerton Seeks NJ Dredging Aid
The Tuckerton Borough Council approved a resolution to have Borough Engineer Frank Little apply to the New Jersey Environmental Infrastructure Trust for funds to dredge Tuckerton’s waterways. The…
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•October 23, 2019
LBI District Clarifies School Referendum Details, Hears Concerns from Public
The $7.68 million referendum for which voters in five Island communities will be asked to cast ballots on Dec. 10 is only for renovations to the LBI Grade School, district officials repeatedly said…
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•October 23, 2019
Pinelands Regional School District Awaits State Help for Schools Consolidation Study
The consolidation of the Little Egg Harbor School District, and perhaps the Bass River, Tuckerton and Eagleswood districts, with the Pinelands Regional School District seems almost inevitable to at…
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•October 23, 2019
Barnegat Light to Buy Water Meters; Homeowners Call a Plumber
Details of the required water meter installation project were updated at the Octobermeeting of Barnegat Light Borough Council.
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•October 23, 2019
Words to the Wise for Halloween: ‘Put Safe Before Scary‘
The chills and thrills of this time of year have many squealing with delight, and some recoiling in fright. For those feeling anxious, take heart. Stafford Township police will have extra patrols out…
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•October 22, 2019
Shellabration: ‘A Party With a Purpose’
Farmers, guardians and lovers of the bay gathered last Saturday in Brant Beach for the second annual Shellabration: a salute to aquaculture and saltwater bivalve mollusks like the oyster, its…
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•October 22, 2019
Poached Terrapins Returned to Great Bay Wilds
It was a good ending to a two-year investigation into illegal trafficking of protected diamondback terrapins, many of them taken from local salt marshes in Little Egg Harbor Township.
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•October 22, 2019
Stafford Plans Water Stations at Local Parks
Stafford Township will apply for a Sustainable Jersey grant at the end of October to purchase and install water refilling stations at Manahawkin Lake, Mill Creek Pavilion and Ocean Acres Lake…
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•October 22, 2019
Stafford Police: Fewer Traffic Accidents in 2018
Stafford Police Chief Thomas Dellane presented the department’s annual report at the Oct. 15 meeting of the mayor and council. Annual reporting since 2017 provides an overview of how tax dollars are…
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•October 22, 2019
Know Your Risk for Prostate Cancer
Prostate cancer is the second-leading cause of cancer death in American men. According to the American Cancer Society, there will be about 174,000 new cases of prostate cancer in 2019. Early stage…
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•October 21, 2019
Beach Haven Bonds $1.8 Million for Projects
Beach Haven is allocating approximately $1.8 million for various improvements, according to a pair of ordinances adopted by the borough council last week.
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•October 21, 2019
Women in Business Meet at Surf City Hotel With Southern Ocean Chamber
Join the Southern Ocean County Chamber of Commerce for October’s Women in Business Roundtable on Tuesday, Oct. 29, at the Surf City Hotel, decorated in Halloween style. It’s located at Eighth…
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•October 20, 2019
Tuckerton Event to Raise Awareness of Storm Drains That Lead to the Bay
The Tuckerton Environmental Commission is hosting two volunteer projects and invites anyone who wishes to help improve the environment in Tuckerton and Barnegat Bay to participate.
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•October 18, 2019
Cindy G. Bluegrass Band Concert on Oct. 26
You’ll hear bluegrass with a touch of rock and soul when Cindy G. Bluegrass Band performs Saturday, Oct. 26, at 2 p.m.
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•October 18, 2019
Eight Seek Three Seats in Barnegat School Board Race
Eight candidates are on the ballot in the Barnegat Board of Education election on Nov. 5. Two incumbentshope to retaintheir seats. Board President Scott Sarno and Peter Toth are joined by a newcomer…
