Around Berkeley: Police Chief Retires After 26 Years Of Service

BERKELEY, NJ — Patch reviews this week's top stories around Berkeley.

Berkeley Police Chief Retires After 26 Years Of Service

BERKELEY, NJ — Police Chief Karin DiMichele announced her retirement from the Berkeley Township Police Department on Friday. DiMichele leaves behind a trail of accomplishments...Read more.

Berkeley Schools To Expand In-Person Schedule Next Week

BERKELEY, NJ — Students in the Berkeley Township School District can eat their lunch in school beginning next week. The district announced an expanded schedule...Read more.

Bayville Boy Celebrates Star Wars Day With Bedroom Makeover

BERKELEY, NJ — A young Bayville resident celebrated May the 4th Be With You — a special day for Star Wars fans — by debuting his newly renovated Star Wars-themed bedroom. Joanne Gerb shared a video tour of the room...Read more.

Author Dan Gutman Visits Bayville Elementary School Students

BERKELEY, NJ — Children's book author Dan Gutman spent Thursday morning speaking to students in Bayville Elementary School. Though the New York-based author visited...Read more.

'Selflessly Served': Retired Berkeley Police Officer Mourned

BERKELEY, NJ — Berkeley is mourning the loss of former patrolman George Waugh Jr., who died on Thursday at the age of 61. Read more.

Berkeley Pets Who Need A Home: Meet Pearl, Sky & More

Want to add a furry friend to your family and do something good for the world at the same time? Perhaps it's time to adopt a pet...Read more.

Berkeley Area Red Cross Blood Drive Coming Up Soon

BERKELEY, NJ — Blood donations typically wane in the warmer months. The Red Cross and other organizations are working hard to shore up the nation's reserves. Blood donations are also down...Read more.

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