Ocean City, NJ|News|
For 12 Years In A Row, This Is NJ's Favorite Beach
The results from the NJ Sea Grant Consortium's annual "New Jersey's Favorite Beach" are in:
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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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Ocean City, NJ|News|
3% Occupancy Tax Gets Narrow Approval In Ocean City
After a previous failure, City Council voted in favor of a new 3 percent occupancy tax on certain rental properties.
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Lacey, NJ|News|
Repeat Offender Backs Into Officer, Patrol Car, Then Hits Another Vehicle Before Fleeing On Foot, Police Say
Brooke I. Mathews tried to flee a motor vehicle stop by reversing into an officer and a cop car before speeding onto Lacey Road, police say.
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Lacey, NJ|News|
Drinking Driver Hits Multiple Cars, Goes Airborne, Jumps Into Lake In Wild Cop Chase, NJ Police Say
He hit multiple cars including two cop cars before going airborne, hitting a utility pole and then jumping into a lake, police said.
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Lacey, NJ|News|
Man Shoots Car During Road Rage Incident: Lacey Police
The Bayville man got out of his car with a gun, shot at the other car and then drove away during a road rage incident Thursday, police said.
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Galloway, NJ|News|
'Cannabis Consumption Areas' Approved At 2 Atlantic County Dispensaries
The approvals allow dispensaries to create a designated space where customers, both recreational and medical, can safely consume cannabis.
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Lacey, NJ|News|
$10K Grant Awarded To Improve Literacy Skills At Lacey Schools
The FOCUS grant supports literacy screening assessments required under state law.
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Barnegat-Manahawkin, NJ|News|
$10K Grant Awarded To Improve Literacy Skills At Barnegat Schools
The FOCUS grant supports literacy screening assessments required under state law.
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Barnegat-Manahawkin, NJ|News|
This Manahawkin Candy Shop Is NJ's Best, Report Says
If you're looking for the best candy in New Jersey, you can find it at this Manahawkin shop, according to a report.
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Berkeley|News|
'Life Changing': Teacher Wins $500K On Scratch-Off Sold In Bayville
A teacher got a $10 scratch-off as an end-of-year gift from a parent. They ended up winning the $500,000 top prize.
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Lacey, NJ|News|
'Put Their Heart And Soul Into This': Lacey Police Officers Awarded
Members of the Lacey Township Police Department were presented with awards at a recent Township Committee meeting.
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Ocean City, NJ|News|
Philly Sports Legends To Serve As Grand Marshals For Ocean City Night In Venice
The theme is "70 Years of Champions," so it's natural for the two grand marshals to be iconic Philly sports champions themselves.
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Berkeley|News|
Bacteria Levels Close Ocean Gate Beach
Other lake and river beaches across Ocean County are under swimming advisories for bacteria levels Wednesday.
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Across New Jersey, NJ|News|
Flood Watch Expands As Storms Prepare To Drench NJ: Latest Updates
Wednesday will see another day of potential flash flooding as storms continue in the Garden State.
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Barnegat-Manahawkin, NJ|News|
Stafford Township: Summer Concert Series
See the latest announcement from the Stafford Township.
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Berkeley|News|
National Hot Dog Day: Enjoy These Popular Ocean County Spots
Relish National Hot Dog Day on July 16 by visiting these beloved local eateries.
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Ocean City, NJ|News|
Popular Ocean City-Area Campground Wins Tripadvisor Award
The campground was selected by travelers as one of the top destinations in the country.
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Across New Jersey, NJ|News|
Flood Warnings Issued In 7 Counties As More Wet Weather Heads To NJ: Latest Updates
More storms Tuesday afternoon could have heavy rain following Monday's dangerous flooding, forecasters say.
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Barnegat-Manahawkin, NJ|News|
$1.1M Lottery Ticket Sold: Southern Ocean Player Splits Jackpot
Two lottery players - one in Southern Ocean - split the $1.1 million Jersey Cash 5 jackpot Sunday.
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Berkeley|News|
Unlicensed Berkeley Man Admits Badly Injuring Teen Bicyclist In Hit-And-Run
Michael P. Gable was unlicensed at the time he crashed into a 17-year-old riding an e-bike in Beachwood; he then drove off without stopping.
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