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•June 1, 2024
Father Convicted of Manslaughter in 6-Year-Old Son’s Death
Christopher Gregor, 32, formerly of Barnegat Township, was found guilty on Friday, May 31 of aggravated manslaughter in connection with the death of his 6-year-old son following a nearly six…
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•May 31, 2024
Beach Haven to Do Away With Teen Night
The Beach Haven Borough Council adopted an ordinance abolishing teen nights at its Thursday, May 30 agenda meeting.
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•May 31, 2024
Ongoing Beach Prep Keeps Sandy Shores Pristine in Ship Bottom
Under a gray sky, with sudden bursts of sun before darkening cloud coverage returned, the view of Ship Bottom beaches from the front seat of a borough public works truck offered a different…
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•May 30, 2024
Some Terrapin Hatchlings Need a Helping Hand
Be on the lookout: Northern diamondback terrapin hatchlings are emerging from their nests here on Long Beach Island and in the surrounding area, and some of them need help to make their way to the…
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•May 30, 2024
Additional Overnight Lane Closures on Route 72 in Stafford Township
If there’s overnight roadwork being performed anywhere on Route 72 in the vicinity of the Long Beach Island region, then it must be almost summer. At least, that’s how it’s been for the last several…
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•May 30, 2024
Surf City Honors Nation’s Fallen With Solemn Ceremony
The applause on Saturday morning in Surf City was for retired military personnel attending the borough’s 25th Memorial Day service at Veteran’s Park. The playing of taps” was to honor the fallen and…
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•May 30, 2024
Little Egg Harbor Township Police Department Celebrates 50 Years
Before the Little Egg Harbor Township Police Department became the 45-officer force it is today, it was a small but mighty group of officers trying to fit the needs of a growing community.
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•May 30, 2024
Little Egg Harbor, Tuckerton Honor Veterans Over Memorial Day Weekend
The Little Egg Harbor Memorial Day Parade took place despite pouring rain on Monday morning. Dozens of community members, sports teams, and first responders huddled under umbrellas outside St.…
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•May 29, 2024
Program Asks Summer Visitors to Be ‘Street Smart’
With millions of people expected to visit the Jersey Shore this summer, police departments across Long Beach Island are participating in Street Smart NJ to raise awareness about pedestrian safety.
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•May 29, 2024
Summer First Aid Squad Volunteers Get a Primer at Open House
On Sunday, May 26, the Beach Haven First Aid Squad held an open house for 30 summer volunteers, consisting of a mix of newcomers and returnees.
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•May 29, 2024
Despite Krier’s Contention, Boat for Stafford Township Police Gains Approval
Stafford Township Councilman Paul Krier has been on a contentious streak lately, and during the council meeting of May 21 he had plenty to say regarding the opening resolution to accept the donation…
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•May 29, 2024
Offshore Wind Project Clears Hurdle as Final Impact Report Issued
A week before being publicly available and just ahead of the unofficial start of summer at the Jersey Shore, the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management announced it had issued the final environmental…
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•May 29, 2024
Ocean County Urges Families to Learn Food Aid New Eligibility
The Ocean County Health Department has announced the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children, or WIC, has released its new income guidelines, effective June 1.
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•May 27, 2024
Historian Thomas Farner Receives Ocean County Lifetime Achievement Award
From storms to shark attacks, nuclear reactors proposed to float off Holgate and Harvey Cedars, even a Revolutionary War skirmish fought in our own Barnegat Township, Thomas Farner’s history column…
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•May 26, 2024
‘Hero’ Mailman Tom Logue Calling It a Career
Beginning in June, hundreds of homeowners on the north end of Long Beach Island will have to get accustomed to a new person delivering the mail. On Friday, May 31, Tom Logue will call it a career…
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•May 23, 2024
Overnight Causeway Work Rings in Another Summer Season for LBI Region
Changes to the Long Beach Island landscape abound this spring, but, perhaps the biggest is the removal of the large pile of sand that has sat at the entrance to the barrier island for years now.
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•May 23, 2024
Temporary Relief for Outdoor Dining Approved in Surf City
A week after Surf City residents flooded the courtroom to discuss outdoor dining, there were plenty of empty chairs at a special meeting of the borough council where the topic was back on the menu…
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•May 23, 2024
Beach Haven to Place Surfline Surf Cams on Beachfront
This summer, the Beach Haven Beach Patrol will install Surfline surf cams to get a better handle on beach conditions.
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•May 23, 2024
Hundreds Celebrate Beach Haven’s 150th Anniversary at Heritage Day
Over 300 people celebrated Beach Haven’s 150th anniversary on Saturday, May 18 at the inaugural Heritage Day, an event that captured the past and present spirit of the Queen City.
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•May 22, 2024
LEH Kids Have Raised $626,000 for American Heart Association Since 1980
The members of the rock band The Who were certainly right when they sang their song “The Kids Are Alright.”
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•May 22, 2024
Barnegat Adopt-a-Street on Prowl for Litter
Although Barnegat Township’s Adopt-a-Street fall cleanup initiative was canceled last year due to inclement weather, the group got back on track on a sunny and crisp May 11 as volunteers cleared…
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•May 22, 2024
Food, Friends, Fun Always on ROMEOs Weekly Menu
Generation X knows all about the breakfast club, but it’s the boomers who say “hold my coffee” and then do it correctly. At least, that’s the experience of Monday morning breakfast with members of…
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•May 22, 2024
Waretown Library Honors Veterans With Expanding Display
It began around Veterans Day 2023 in the Ocean County Library Waretown Branch – a small photo array to honor those who served America in uniform. Now, photos of local military members from several…
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•May 22, 2024
Deficiencies in Former Nuclear Plant License Termination Plan Delays Submission
The federal Nuclear Regulatory Commission’s preapplication readiness assessment of the Oyster Creek Generation Station’s license termination plan turned up areas that require additional information…
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•May 22, 2024
Beach Haven Considering Paid Parking Area
Although it won’t go into effect in time for this summer, Beach Haven is exploring the possibility of creating paid parking on Taylor Avenue in the lots west of Bay Village and Schooner’s Wharf.
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•May 22, 2024
BH Taxpayers Holding Open Meeting
The Beach Haven Taxpayers Association invites the community to an open public meeting on Saturday, June 1, 10 a.m. to noon at the Beach Haven First Aid Squad building.
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•May 22, 2024
Free Farmers Market for Clients of St. Francis Food Pantry
St. Francis Human Concerns Food Pantry is partnering with Ramblin’ Sol Farm next month to provide a free farmers market for local families in need. Produce provided from the farm through the Local…
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•May 22, 2024
Ocean County Library Announces Strategic Plan ‘Road Map’
The Ocean County Library has released its new strategic plan, designed to enhance and enrich the library’s services and resources for the benefit of the community.
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•May 22, 2024
Tuckerton Adopts 2024 Budget, Faces Questions From Former Fire Chief
Tuckerton Borough Council adopted the $5.4 million 2024 municipal budget Monday night, despite high tensions during the public hearing.
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•May 22, 2024
Legislators Propose Property Tax Exemptions for Surviving Spouses of First Responders
Sen. Carmen Amato Jr. and Assemblymen Brian Rumpf and Gregory Myhre of the 9th Legislative District have introduced legislation – SCR-106/ACR-136 – to provide a property tax exemption for the…
