Around Manahawkin: Officials Scrap Plan For Police Shooting Range

MANAHAWKIN, NJ — Patch reviews this week's top stories around Barnegat and Manahawkin.

Stafford Scraps Plan For Police Shooting Range

STAFFORD, NJ — Stafford Township officials have scrapped plans for a police shooting range following public outcry over the proposed location. A workshop to review plans for the outdoor range on July 29 has been canceled as officials said they are considering alternative options...Read more.

Barnegat Light Beach Closed Due To High Bacteria Counts

BARNEGAT LIGHT, NJ — A bayside beach in Barnegat Light closed Wednesday after high levels of fecal bacteria were found in water tests, state officials said. The 25th Street Bay Front showed bacteria levels exceeding the maximum allowable level of Enterococci...Read more.

New Ice Cream Shop Brings Sweet Treats To Barnegat

BARNEGAT, NJ — A new ice cream shop opened in Barnegat last week just in time to serve sweet treats for National Ice Cream Day on Sunday. Barnegat Bay Ice Cream offers...Read more.

Barnegat Couple Charged Following Narcotics Investigation

BARNEGAT, NJ — Two Barnegat residents have been charged with possession and intent to distribute illegal narcotics, the Ocean County Prosecutor's Office said Wednesday...Read more.

Cardboard Regatta To Set Sail In Manahawkin Lake Park

MANAHAWKIN, NJ — It's time to break out the cardboard and scissors: Stafford Recreation's Cardboard Boat Regatta returns Aug. 3. Using only cardboard, duct tape and their creativity, families must craft a vessel that can withstand a voyage on Manahawkin Lake...Read more.

Stolen Car Crashes Into Boat At Ship Bottom Marina: Police

SHIP BOTTOM, NJ — A car that was reported stolen from Long Beach Township early Monday morning was found after it crashed into a boat. Ship Bottom police said the vehicle was reported stolen Monday...Read more.

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