Barnegat-Manahawkin, NJ|News|
Stafford Named 2024 Tree City USA
The Arbor Day Foundation named Stafford Township a 2024 Tree City USA because of its commitment to growing and maintaining trees.
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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Lacey, NJ|News|
Lacey Honors Local Author Who Sheds Light On Dementia Impact
Lacey resident Andra Napoleon and her children's book "Gramma Has Dementia" were celebrated at a recent Lacey Township Committee meeting.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Ocean City, NJ|News|
Taxes Up In Proposed Ocean City Budget
In his State of the City address, Mayor Jay Gillian said the average city tax bill will go up $20 a month under the proposed budget.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Ocean City, NJ|News|
'Project X' Pop-Up Party Causes Alarm At Jersey Shore
Cape May County authorities said they would do whatever it takes to prevent the rumored pop-up party from occurring in Wildwood this summer.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Galloway, NJ|News|
Good Samaritans Save E-Bike Rider Stuck Under Car In Galloway: Police
A car and electric bicycle collided Saturday night in Galloway, causing the biker to get stuck under the car, police said.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Berkeley|News|
'I'm Bleeding To Death': 911 Call Reveals Moments After NJ Couple Shot
"I can't leave my kids," Jill Kwatkoski said in a call moments after being shot by her neighbor. "If I do, please tell them I love them."
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Barnegat-Manahawkin, NJ|News|
Stafford Township: 3/18/2025 Township Council Meeting Cancelled
TOWNSHIP OF STAFFORD
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Barnegat-Manahawkin, NJ|News|
Girl Scout Cookies Return: Where To Find Booths In Barnegat-Manahawkin
Craving some Thin Mints? Your cookie dealers will be out and about this weekend. Here's where to find them:
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Ocean City, NJ|News|
'Senseless Attack' On Wildwood Boardwalk Injures Off-Duty Cop: Police
The officer received a concussion and facial fractures in what authorities said was an unprovoked assault by a group of young men.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Lacey, NJ|News|
Girl Scout Cookies Return: Where To Find Booths In Lacey
Craving some Thin Mints? Your cookie dealers will be out and about this weekend. Here's where to find them:
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Berkeley|News|
Girl Scout Cookies Return: Where To Find Booths In Berkeley
Craving some Thin Mints? Your cookie dealers will be out and about this weekend. Here's where to find them:
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Galloway, NJ|News|
Galloway Man Convicted In 2019 Atlantic City Murder
Shamar Scott, 29, was found guilty on all charges in the 2019 shooting death of Demond Tally in Atlantic City.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Across New Jersey, NJ|News|
Large Storm Could Bring Severe Weather To NJ This Weekend
The massive storm system is moving east and will hit New Jersey on Sunday evening with widespread rain and strong, gusty winds.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Galloway, NJ|News|
Kelsey Grammer To Appear At Atlantic Cape Restaurant Gala
"Hell's Kitchen" winner Kyle Timpson and Tony Beef co-owner Anthony Della Vecchia will also join the gala benefitting Atlantic Cape.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Ocean City, NJ|News|
This Weekend In Ocean City: St. Patrick's Day Concert, Job Fair
Looking for something to do this weekend? Here's what's going on in Ocean City.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Berkeley|News|
Fundraiser Launched For Bayville Couple Shot By Neighbor
Tom and Jill Kwatkoski, recovering from a shooting, are "always the first to help" in any situation, a family friend said in a fundraiser.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Across New Jersey, NJ|News|
Severe Thunderstorms , Drenching Downpours Target NJ This Weekend
Dry weather will come to an end Sunday with drenching downpours and severe thunderstorms across the Garden State, forecasters say.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Berkeley|News|
Bayville Corrections Officer Stole State Ammo, Sold It: AG
Timothy Morris, a Department of Corrections lieutenant and Range Master, is accused of stealing state-owned ammo and selling it for profit.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Galloway, NJ|News|
Shooting Threats Follow Argument At South Jersey Bowling Alley: Cops
Three were charged after a bowling alley fight led to a man grabbing a gun from his car and threatening to shoot people inside, police say.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Ocean City, NJ|News|
Beloved Ocean City Market Up For Sale
Boyar's Market celebrated its 100th season in 2024. Now, the business is listed for $1.8 million.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
