Across New Jersey, NJ|News|
Code Orange Air Quality Alert Declared In NJ
Wildfire smoke from Canada has triggered poor air quality across much of New Jersey Thursday.
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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Barnegat-Manahawkin, NJ|News|
Grand Opening Set For 9th Legislative District's New Southern Ocean Office
Sen. Carmen Amato, Asm. Brian Rumpf and Asm. Greg Myhre are celebrating the opening of their new office in Manahawkin.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Barnegat-Manahawkin, NJ|News|
Stafford Officers Take 1st In 'Grueling' Endurance Competition
The four officers completed a more than 5 mile course of trail running, water crossings and intense strength challenges.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Ocean City, NJ|News|
‘No Kings’ Protest To Be Held Saturday In Ocean City: What To Know
Protesters in Ocean City and across the country will take to the streets Saturday in “No Kings” rallies nationwide.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Lacey, NJ|News|
‘No Kings’ Protest To Be Held Saturday In Lacey: What To Know
Protesters in Lacey Township and across the country will take to the streets Saturday in “No Kings” rallies nationwide.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Galloway, NJ|News|
Dolphin Euthanized After Stranding On Brigantine Beach: Officials
The bottlenose dolphin, usually seen far offshore, was underweight and very lethargic when it was discovered, officials said.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Barnegat-Manahawkin, NJ|News|
Primary Election 2025: See Unofficial Results In Barnegat
One seat is open on the township committee.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Lacey, NJ|News|
Primary Election 2025: General Election Showdown Set In Lacey
Two township committee seats are up for election this November.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Berkeley|News|
Primary Election 2025: General Election Showdown Set In Berkeley
Berkeley's Democratic slate for Town Council aims to challenge the historically Republican stronghold.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Barnegat-Manahawkin, NJ|News|
2 Shot Flare Gun Through Window Of Barnegat Home: Prosecutor
Kaele Principato and Lucas Pyle, both 18, shot the flare gun through the window, causing curtains to catch fire, before fleeing, cops say.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Lacey, NJ|News|
NJ Ex-Elementary Principal That Sexually Assaulted Child Caught With Child Porn, Police Say
John Mangan, 78, was previously convicted in 1997 of sexually assaulting a teenager while he was a school principal.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Across New Jersey, NJ|News|
Severe Weather, Flooding In Updated Tuesday Forecast For NJ
Isolated severe storms, flash flooding and more is possible as New Jersey gets drenched Tuesday, according to the latest forecast.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Lacey, NJ|News|
Primary Election 2025: Who's On The Ballot In Lacey
New Jersey's primary election is Tuesday, June 10.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Barnegat-Manahawkin, NJ|News|
Primary Election 2025: Who's On The Ballot In Barnegat-Manahawkin
New Jersey's primary election is Tuesday, June 10.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Galloway, NJ|News|
Primary Election 2025: Who's On The Ballot In Galloway
New Jersey's primary election is Tuesday, June 10.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Berkeley|News|
Primary Election 2025: Who's On The Ballot In Berkeley
New Jersey's primary election is Tuesday, June 10.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Ocean City, NJ|News|
Primary Election 2025: Who's On The Ballot In Ocean City
New Jersey's primary election is Tuesday, June 10.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Barnegat-Manahawkin, NJ|News|
Offshore Wind Farm Files To Cancel Project Off South Jersey Shore
In the filing to cancel its plans, the offshore wind company cites political and economic factors as reasons for the project's demise.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Barnegat-Manahawkin, NJ|News|
Strike Averted At Southern Ocean Medical Center As Agreement Reached
The tentative agreement addresses concerns over staffing levels.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Across New Jersey, NJ|News|
Stormy Weather, Hot Temps In Store This Week In NJ: Latest Forecast
Showers and thunderstorms will drench the state over the next 24 hours, followed by a warmup, according to the latest forecast.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
