Ocean City, NJ|News|
Fireworks Near Me: Ocean City July 4th 2025 Events
Your guide to fireworks, parades and other July 4 celebrations in and around Ocean City.
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.
Please feel free to reach out to me at veronica.flesher@patch.com. I look forward to hearing from you!
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Barnegat-Manahawkin, NJ|News|
Fireworks Near Me: Barnegat-Manahawkin July 4th 2025 Events
Your guide to fireworks, parades and other July 4 celebrations in and around Barnegat-Manahawkin.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Lacey, NJ|News|
Fireworks Near Me: Lacey July 4th 2025 Events
Your guide to fireworks, parades and other July 4 celebrations in and around Lacey.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Berkeley|News|
Fireworks Near Me: Berkeley July 4th 2025 Events
Your guide to fireworks, parades and other July 4 celebrations in and around Berkeley.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Lacey, NJ|News|
Lacey Grad Gets Congressional Honor Ahead Of Attending Air Force Academy
Rep. Chris Smith honored Lacey graduate Katrina Conti, whom he nominated to attend the United States Air Force Academy.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Galloway, NJ|News|
3 Dogs Abandoned In Pouring Rain Outside Of Atlantic County Animal Shelter, Officials Say
The Humane Society of Atlantic County is seeking the person responsible for leaving three Shih Tzu dogs in the rain early Wednesday.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Ocean City, NJ|News|
This Jersey Shore County Is A 'Tourism Titan' In The U.S., Report Says
Travel and Tour World magazine listed six of the country's tourism powerhouses, including this Jersey Shore county.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Barnegat-Manahawkin, NJ|News|
Stafford Township: Rewild New Jersey Presentation
See the latest announcement from the Stafford Township.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Berkeley|News|
House Fire Under Investigation In Bayville, Officials Say: See Photos
The Morris Boulevard fire was reported before 10 p.m. Tuesday.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Galloway, NJ|News|
No Charges Filed In Shooting Death Of Man At South Jersey Apartment Complex: Prosecutor
Authorities found that the man who shot and killed Kevin Schmalz in Mays Landing was justified in doing so.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Ocean City, NJ|News|
Full Schedule Announced For Wildwoods Airshow: See Details
Here's what's in store for September's "Thunder Over the Waves" airshow in the Wildwoods.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Barnegat-Manahawkin, NJ|News|
'Goldfish Retrieval Service' Gives Drivers A Car Cleanup Ahead Of July 4th In Manahawkin
The spin on a car wash will give vacationers a free interior vacuuming and a custom mix of Goldfish crackers.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Across New Jersey, NJ|News|
Severe Thunderstorm Warnings—With Tornado Possibility—Issued In NJ
Heavy rain and strong winds could cause flash flooding across the state Tuesday evening as thunderstorms hit again, forecasters say.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Ocean City, NJ|News|
Local Photography Club's Works Featured At Ocean City Arts Center
July's exhibit, “Creative Dreams: Where Vision & Photography Intersect,” will feature the work of Stay Focused Photo Club.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Barnegat-Manahawkin, NJ|News|
Ex-Director Admits Stealing $175K From Waretown Senior Community, Faking Kid's Cancer
Alicia Campbell stole $175K from her former job, then lied about her child having cancer to get the case adjourned, authorities said.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Across New Jersey, NJ|News|
What Will 4th Of July Weather Be Like In NJ? See Latest Forecast
Will you need sunglasses or an umbrella on Independence Day? Here's what the forecast says:
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Berkeley|News|
Dozens Of Swimmers Rescued After Hours From Jersey Shore Waters, Officials Say
Ocean County officials urged swimmers to stay out of the water after dozens were rescued when lifeguards were off-duty.
Veronica Flesher and Karen Wall, Patch Staff
Galloway, NJ|News|
Man Fatally Shot In Head Outside Of Atlantic City Apartment Complex: Prosecutor
The 40-year-old was found lying on the sidewalk outside of the apartment complex with a gunshot wound to his head, authorities said.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Across New Jersey, NJ|News|
2 Rounds Of Severe Thunderstorms, Heavy Rain To Hit NJ Before July 4
Rounds of showers and storms are expected to drench the Garden State Monday and Tuesday, according to the latest forecast.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Galloway, NJ|News|
These Jersey Shore Restaurants Are The Best For Wine, Magazine Says
These restaurants, in Atlantic and Cape May counties, were honored by Wine Spectator for their wine offerings.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
