Around Lacey: School Board Urges For Local Control On Masks

LACEY, NJ — Check here for the latest news around Lacey and southern Ocean County.

Lacey BOE Calls On Governor To Rescind Mask Mandate In Schools

LACEY, NJ — Lacey Township Schools is the latest district in southern Ocean County urging Governor Phil Murphy to rescind the new mask mandate in schools.The Lacey Township Board of Education says it should have the authority to decide whether students and staff need to wear masks in school...Read more.

Popcorn Park Shelter Seeks Gift Donations For Annual Fundraiser

LACEY, NJ — The Associated Humane Societies Popcorn Park Shelter in Lacey is seeking gift donations for their annual auction that raises funds to help animals in their care...Read more.

Lacey Township Emergency Medical Services Hiring New Members

LACEY, NJ — Lacey Township Emergency Medical Services is looking to expand their team and hire two full-time EMTs. Lacey EMS is the primary agency serving Lacey Township with...Read more.

Big Barlow's BBQ In Barnegat Closing Due To Staff Shortage

BARNEGAT, NJ — Big Barlow's BBQ & Catering in Barnegat will be closing its doors. The restaurant evolved from a food truck and has become a popular destination for craft barbecue in Ocean County over the past two years...Read more.

Tuckerton Man Indicted On Attempted Murder Charges

TUCKERTON, NJ — A Tuckerton man who was arrested after a 24-day manhunt in January has been indicted in connection with a shooting that injured a Little Egg Harbor man...Read more.

'Today' Show Features Long Beach Island's Compassion Café

BEACH HAVEN, NJ — Compassion Café in Beach Haven was featured during a segment of the "Today" show on Thursday morning. The nonprofit café that opened this past spring hires adolescents and adults with disabilities. Employees greet...Read more.

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