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Berkeley: A Week In Review

Here's a roundup of the top headlines around Berkeley.

BERKELEY, NJ — Miss any headlines last week in Berkeley? Here's a roundup of the top headlines from Berkeley for the week of Aug. 30 to Sept. 3.


Lifeguard Honored At Candlelight Vigil In South Seaside Park

Hundreds of people surrounded the family and friends of Keith Pinto of Toms River as they mourned his death and remembered his life at a candlelight vigil in South Seaside Park on Tuesday...Read more.

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Federal Coronavirus Aid: See How Much Berkeley Schools Got

New Jersey schools received $4 billion in federal aid since the pandemic began, according to an analysis by the Associated Press. The AP also tallied how much money was granted to nearly every school district in the state, including the Berkeley Township School District...Read more.

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Popular Pumpkin Fields Around Berkeley

Heading out to a pumpkin patch to pick the biggest pumpkin isn't just about finding the perfect Halloween jack-o-lantern. Autumn brings many pumpkin patches to life in the Berkeley area...Read more.


Emiliana's Hope Foundation To Host Gift Auction In Bayville

At Berkeley Township's recent council meeting, Mayor Carmen Amato proclaimed September as Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. Emiliana's Hope Foundation is hosting a basket and gift auction on Sept. 19 to raise money for childhood cancer research. The fundraiser will be held...Read more.


See All The September Events At Double Trouble State Park

With the summer season coming to a close, Double Trouble State Park has announced a full schedule of September events. Immerse yourself in nature and learn more about local history this month at these upcoming events...Read more.


Flags To Fly At Half-Staff To Honor Berkeley Township Lifeguard

A Berkeley Township lifeguard who was fatally struck by lightning on Aug. 30 was honored by the state, as Gov. Phil Murphy ordered U.S. and New Jersey flags to be lowered at half-staff at all state buildings and facilities last Friday...Read more.


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