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•October 30, 2024
Participate in Community Science Monitoring with MyCoast App
Calling all Little Egg Harbor Inlet boaters and anglers, local surfers, bayfront homeowners and others: the Coastal Research Center at Stockton University and its partners are asking those who are…
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•October 25, 2024
‘True-Blue Advocates’ Take to the Shoreline for Beach Sweeps
The sun was out in full force, as were the seaside stewards, for this fall’s Clean Ocean Action Beach Sweeps, held last Saturday, Oct. 19, throughout New Jersey. “True-blue ocean advocates took to…
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•October 24, 2024
Alexa Tabbacchino Speaks at White House for Italian American Heritage Month
On Monday, Oct. 14, Waretown resident Alexa Tabbacchino picked up her phone to check the time. What she saw instead was a life-changing text message inviting her to introduce First Lady Jill Biden at…
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•October 24, 2024
Ceremony Honors Mary Catherine Kennedy
On a sun-splashed Oct. 19 afternoon, the Barnegat Historical Society celebrated the reopening of its barbershop at the group’s Heritage Village and Museum on East Bay Avenue and also dedicated a…
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•October 23, 2024
Save LBI Urges NJDEP to Be Cautious With Resiliency Proposal
Keeping a firm eye on offshore wind development off the Jersey Shore, Save LBI is also focusing on the next environmental concern it believes could significantly impact coastal communities, and the…
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•October 23, 2024
Van Drew Calls on NJBPU to Investigate ACE
Before Congressman Jeff Van Drew meets with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission to discuss the next steps in its intervention into surging utility bills in South Jersey, he urged New Jersey…
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•October 23, 2024
Modern Measures Make Boating Safer for Mariners
Earlier this week, the U.S. Coast Guard unveiled a new and updated local notice to mariners and light list as part of their efforts to improve accessibility, accuracy and user experience.
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•October 23, 2024
In Beach Haven, Six Seek Three Council Seats
Three incumbents, a former candidate and two newcomers are in the running for three four-year terms on the Beach Haven Borough Council on Tuesday, Nov. 5.
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•October 23, 2024
BoatUS Foundation Seeks Experts to Speak at Virtual Summit
BoatUS Foundation has put out a call for speakers to participate in its first-ever “Turning the Tide Online” summit, scheduled for Feb. 25-27, and focused on sustainable boating-related waste…
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•October 23, 2024
New Jersey Issues Drought Watch, Urges Water Conservation as Dry Conditions Persist
It’s been awhile since we’ve seen rain here in the Southern Ocean County area – and there’s no precipitation in the forecast. The sunny, dry weather has been nice for enjoying time outdoors, but it’s…
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•October 23, 2024
Barnegat Man Convicted in 25-Year-Old Murder Case
A Barnegat Township man was convicted of kidnapping, sexually assaulting and murdering a 17-year-old Sayreville teen in a case that dates back 25 years.
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•October 23, 2024
Beach Badge Fees Raised in Beach Haven
People buying beach badges in Beach Haven for the 2025 season, take note: An ordinance adopted by the Beach Haven Borough Council Oct. 15 will increase beach badge fees beginning with next season.
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•October 23, 2024
Succulent Glasswort: A Salty Salad Assist
Don’t pass up this rarely heard invitation. Fresh from its muddy bayside haunts, Jersey Shore’s Salicornia bigelovii, or dwarf glasswort, is easily as tasty as more-established salad vegetables.…
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•October 23, 2024
Pair of Stafford Men Arrested in Separate Encounters
Two Stafford Township residents were arrested and charged with various crimes during separate incidents last week, according to police.
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•October 22, 2024
New President Brings Wide-Ranging Experience to Ocean County College
In July 2023, Pamela Monaco officially began her tenure as the president of Ocean County College. She immediately got to work, alongside faculty and staff, to resolve an accreditation compliance…
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•October 19, 2024
9/11 Recovery Survivors Gather for an LBI Weekend Retreat
All the guests at Susan Howland’s summer home on Delaware Avenue in Beach Haven Terrace last weekend shared laughter and tears, and all had something in common. They were at Ground Zero after 9/11.
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•October 18, 2024
Pipi, Townsend Are Republican Candidates for Barnegat Township Committee
Incumbent Republicans Pasquale “Pat” Pipi and Jake Townsend are seeking re-election to three-year terms on the Barnegat Township Committee. The committee has been all-Republican for more than 10…
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•October 18, 2024
Naples, Edelstein Are Democratic Candidates
Democrats Ron Naples and Claire Edelstein are running for two seats on the Barnegat Township Committee, which has been all-Republican for more than 10 years.
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•October 18, 2024
Spooky Decorations Aid St. Jude Hospital
One of the most elaborate Halloween decorations in Barnegat Township is located at 150 Spruce Circle North. Throngs of people visit daily to check out the colorful and spooky features.
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•October 16, 2024
LEH Mayor Details Ongoing Fight Over Electric Costs
Little Egg Harbor Mayor Blaise Scibetta’s message to a congressional panel and township residents last week was simple: While the world was in a pandemic lockdown four years ago, officials in his…
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•October 16, 2024
Barnegat Man Draws Five-Year Prison Term
Louis Stokes, 27, of Barnegat Township was recently sentenced in Atlantic County on charges of second-degree aggravated assault, second-degree possession of a handgun for an unlawful purpose and…
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•October 16, 2024
Thousands Will Be Disenrolled From Medicare Advantage Plan in 2025
Next year is slated to be one of the most complex years in Medicare history thanks to the Inflation Reduction Act, passed by Congress in 2022. The sweeping legislation covered many components of the…
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•October 16, 2024
Little Egg Harbor Township Recognizes Breast Cancer Awareness Month
The Little Egg Harbor Township Committee recognized October as Breast Cancer Awareness Month, Down Syndrome Awareness Month and Domestic Violence Awareness Month with proclamations at the Oct. 10…
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•October 16, 2024
Little Egg Harbor Township Committee Approves Building Sale to Family Promise
After extensive deliberation and several rounds of public hearings, the Little Egg Harbor Township Committee approved the sale of 7 Gifford Rd. to nonprofit organization Family Promise of the Jersey…
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•October 16, 2024
Open Space Referendum Touted in Beach Haven
In addition to borough council candidates, Beach Haven voters will also have to decide on an open space referendum on Election Day, Nov. 5.
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•October 16, 2024
Use Caution on Roadways as Deer Mating Season Begins
Motorists are reminded to drive with extra vigilance as white-tailed deer mating season gets underway, and darkness arrives earlier. Deer are more likely to run out onto roads during this time of…
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•October 16, 2024
Offshore Wind Fight Heats Up as New Coalition Takes Action
Mayors from all six Long Beach Island municipalities were among the signatories of a letter to the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities objecting to Atlantic Shores Offshore Wind’s plan to rebid its…
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•October 16, 2024
Temps Flare on Both Sides of Escalating Power Bill Issue
The parent company of Atlantic City Electric is slamming claims it increased efforts to forcibly collect monies from delinquent customers ahead of the Nov. 15 moratorium on electricity shutoffs.
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•October 16, 2024
Commissioners Honor Harvey Cedars Auto
Before an overflow crowd in the meeting room, the Harvey Cedars Board of Commissioners honored Keith and Dorothy Baum, the Baum family and their family business, Harvey Cedars Auto, on their…
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•October 16, 2024
Georgian Court University and Ocean County College Sign Dual Admissions Agreement
A new dual admissions agreement signed by Georgian Court University and Ocean County College will streamline the process of advancing from an associate’s degree program to a bachelor’s degree…
