Lacey, NJ|News|
Smoke Conditions From Ocean County Fire To Linger: Here's Why
Residents may be concerned as smoke comes and goes, but it's actually a positive sign, authorities say.
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!
Posting Activity
Lacey, NJ|News|
Stop Flying Drones Over NJ Wildfire, Fire Chief Says
"When these drones are flying, we're unable to fly," Forest Fire Service Chief Bill Donnelly said Thursday.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Berkeley|News|
Support Surges For Responders Amid Jones Road Wildfire In NJ
Need a meal? A haircut? Tons of local businesses in Ocean County are offering services for first responders during the wildfire.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Lacey, NJ|News|
Don't Panic If You See More Helicopters, Smoke In Lacey As Fire Rages
The Jones Road Wildfire remains at 50 percent contained as of Wednesday, according to authorities.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Lacey, NJ|News|
Jones Road Wildfire Grows To 15K Acres, Officials Say
The fire raging through Southern Ocean County is 50 percent contained as of Thursday evening, according to authorities.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Lacey, NJ|News|
Waretown Man Accused Of Starting Jones Road Fire That Burned 15K Acres
Joseph Kling, 19, lit wooden pallets on fire and then left without extinguishing the blaze, causing a massive wildfire, authorities say.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Lacey, NJ|News|
NJ Wildfire: New Map Shows Blaze Perimeter As 13K Acres Burn
The Jones Road Wildfire is burning 13,250 acres and has reached 50 percent containment as of late Wednesday, officials said.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Lacey, NJ|News|
No 'Elevated Threat' To Bamber Lake, Lacey Police Say
Heavy smoke can be expected in the Bamber Lake area, according to Lacey police.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Barnegat-Manahawkin, NJ|News|
Power Restored To Barnegat As Jones Road Wildfire Rages On
Residents in Barnegat should see their power returned Wednesday afternoon.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Lacey, NJ|News|
13K Acre Wildfire Could Grow To NJ's Largest In 20 Years
The Jones Road Wildfire is 50 percent contained at 13,250 acres, and authorities don't expect full containment until this weekend.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Lacey, NJ|News|
Send Patch Your NJ Forest Fire Photos
Got photos of the Jones Road Wildfire? Share them with Patch.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Barnegat-Manahawkin, NJ|News|
South Jersey Wildfire Swells To 13,250 Acres
The Jones Road Wildfire has grown to 13,250 acres and is 50 percent contained as of 7 p.m. Wednesday.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Berkeley|News|
Meet Berkeley's Mayor At Library Event
Meet Mayor John Bacchione (plus police officers and firefighters) at the "Meet the Mayor" event on May 2.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Barnegat-Manahawkin, NJ|News|
Wildfire Grows To 3,200 Acres In Barnegat: Officials
The fire grew to 3,200 acres and 5 percent containment as of 8 p.m. Tuesday, authorities said. Thousands have been evacuated.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Ocean City, NJ|News|
2 Eagles Players Highlight Ocean City's Sports Memorabilia Show
Two Super Bowl champions from the Philadelphia Eagles will be featured at the annual Sports Memorabilia Show on April 26 and 27.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Barnegat-Manahawkin, NJ|News|
Town-Wide Yard Sale Upcoming In Barnegat
Homes all over town will be participating in the two-day town-wide yard sale event on April 26 and 27.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Berkeley|News|
Single Mom In Need After Fire Rips Through Ocean Gate Home
A family is left with nothing after a fire tore through an Ocean Gate home on Easter Sunday, according to a fundraiser.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Lacey, NJ|News|
Athletics Cut, Huge Class Sizes Possible With Lacey School Budget Gap
All co-curriculars could be cut, class sizes could reach 40 students for one teacher and more as Lacey schools grapple with their budget.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Ocean City, NJ|News|
Cape May County Government: Cape May County Renews StormReady Designation Through 2029
See the latest announcement from the Cape May County Government.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Ocean City, NJ|News|
Ocean City-Longport Bridge Tolls To Go Cashless In May
The Cape May County Bridge Commission is transitioning to cashless all-electronic tolling beginning May 10, 2025.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
