Ocean City, NJ|News|
Wonderland Hotel Plan Moving Forward After Ocean City Vote
In a four-hour meeting, Ocean City Council voted to ask the Planning Board to designate Wonderland as an area in need of rehabilitation.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
- Berkeley, NJ
Hi! I'm a Local Editor covering Berkeley, Lacey, Barnegat-Manahawkin, Galloway and Ocean City. I'm an Ocean County resident with a love for all things New Jersey. I've spent most of my life here and graduated from The College of New Jersey in 2020 with my B.A. in Journalism & Professional Writing.
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Across New Jersey, NJ|News|
Snow, Ice, Arctic Blast Hit NJ Friday
Winter weather is moving through the Garden State with biting cold temperatures in store.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Berkeley|News|
Amato Bill To Resume Sandy Recovery Program Moves Forward
Sen. Carmen Amato's bill would allow uncommitted funds to be used for homeowners who are still in need of assistance post-Superstorm Sandy.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Galloway, NJ|News|
Pedestrian Struck While Crossing Galloway Highway: Police
The 82-year-old was not in a crosswalk when he crossed Route 9 into Historic Smithville and was hit by a car, police said.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Ocean City, NJ|News|
NJ Woman Accused Of Faking Violent Political Attack Ordered To Undergo Treatment
Natalie Greene, accused of faking a violent political attack on herself, was court-ordered to undergo residential mental health treatment.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Ocean City, NJ|News|
Ocean City Mayor Files For Personal Bankruptcy
Mayor Jay Gillian said that his personal financial situation had no bearing on Ocean City's finances.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Across New Jersey, NJ|News|
Snow Possible In NJ As Arctic Blast Arrives
Thursday and Friday should bring snow and cold to all parts of the Garden State, forecasters say.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Ocean City, NJ|News|
Ocean City Businesses Show Support For Wonderland Hotel
Ocean City's business community came out in full force to support ICONA in Wonderland, saying that the hotel is needed for the Boardwalk.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Galloway, NJ|News|
Man Who Shot 2 Jersey Shore Teens, Killing 1, Caught In Philadelphia, Prosecutor Says
Louis Jackson, 23, was identified as the man who shot a 15-year-old and 17-year-old, killing one and injuring the other, officials say.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Barnegat-Manahawkin, NJ|News|
Man Severely Injured When Jeep Overturns In Manahawkin Crash: Police
Anyone who witnessed the two-car crash Wednesday morning in Manahawkin is asked to contact Stafford police.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Galloway, NJ|News|
NJ Corrections Officer Sexually Assaulted Inmate, Prosecutor Says
Sebastian Flores-Huamani, an officer at the Atlantic County Justice Facility, sexually assaulted an inmate in her cell, officials said.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Barnegat-Manahawkin, NJ|News|
NJ Teacher Fired After Reporting 'Pedophile Parties,' Lawsuit Says
The district did not address staff-hosted "dress as your favorite pedophile parties" and a teacher-student relationship, a lawsuit claims.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Berkeley|News|
Unregistered Ocean Co. Contractors Targeted In Sting Operation
Contractors who were unregistered or who had expired registration were targeted in the three-day "Operation Safe House" in Manchester.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Ocean City, NJ|News|
New Location For Vote On Wonderland Property In Ocean City
City Council will hold another vote on declaring the Wonderland site in need of rehabilitation; the meeting has been moved.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Galloway, NJ|News|
Unsolved Mystery: Dead Man Found Lying On Shoulder Of Jersey Shore Roadway
Absecon police are seeking the public's help after a man was found dead with signs of trauma lying in the shoulder of a local road.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Lacey, NJ|News|
'An Honor And A Privilege': Lacey Police Chief Retires After 25 Years Of Service
Chief Christopher Kenny, a lifelong Lacey resident, spent 25 years in the department; three of which he served as chief.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Lacey, NJ|News|
Lab Monkey Who Escaped From Train Headed For Biomedical Research Lab Rehomed To NJ Zoo
The rhesus macaque was the last escapee from the Mississippi crash to be recovered. Instead of going back to the lab, he has a new home.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Across New Jersey, NJ|News|
Snowy, Icy, Rainy Day Ahead For NJ As Winter Storm Hits State: Latest Timing
Gov. Phil Murphy declared a State of Emergency and many school districts have delayed openings or are closed Tuesday.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Across New Jersey, NJ|News|
New Winter Storm Threats Target NJ As Polar Vortex Returns
A blast of Arctic air will bring three episodes of frigid temps and snow, according to the latest forecast.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Barnegat-Manahawkin, NJ|News|
$400K-Winning Scratch-Off Sold In Barnegat
It was the second of three top prizes in the scratch-off that started on Aug. 21, according to lottery officials.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
