Galloway, NJ|News|
Repeated Sex Assaults Of Young Girl Nets Galloway Man Prison Sentence
The assaults began when the girl, now 16, was 5-years-old, and the man, now 24, was about 13, authorities said.
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|
Stolen Car Recovered In Lacey: Police Blotter
Here is the February police blotter from the Lacey Township Police Department.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Berkeley|News|
Psychic Night Fundraiser Returns To Support Berkeley Library Friends
The popular Psychic Night fundraiser, benefitting the Friends of the Berkeley Library, returns this month.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Galloway, NJ|News|
Drunk, Speeding Driver Pleads Guilty In NJ Crash That Killed Boy, 8
Edward Johnston was intoxicated and driving 107 mph when he struck a parked car and killed a sleeping young boy, authorities said.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Ocean City, NJ|News|
Dog Hotel Seeks To Open In Ocean City
A proposal for a dog hotel and daycare will go before the Ocean City Zoning Board later this month.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Across New Jersey, NJ|News|
Severe Storms, Tornado Risk Wednesday In NJ: See Timing
A squall line will move through the state Wednesday afternoon, bringing with it strong winds and severe storms, forecasters say.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Barnegat-Manahawkin, NJ|News|
Stafford Township: Green Team Neighborhood Cleanup!
Help keep Stafford Township beautiful by joining the Green Team’s Neighborhood Cleanup on Saturday, March 8, 2025, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Lacey, NJ|News|
Additional Traffic Enforcement In Store For Lacey Road, Police Say
Police say you'll see them conducting traffic safety patrols on Lacey Road more frequently for the foreseeable future.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Ocean City, NJ|News|
New Advocacy Group Announces Plans For Ocean City's Future
Ocean City 2050 says that they want to preserve the city's unique identity and advocate for transparency and accountability.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Barnegat-Manahawkin, NJ|News|
Stafford Township: Workshop: Talk Saves Lives
See the latest announcement from the Stafford Township.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Galloway, NJ|News|
Man Secretly Filmed Others In Bathroom Of South Jersey Business: Cops
Daniel Zhang, 23, secretly recorded numerous people in a Hamilton Township bathroom over several months, police said.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Galloway, NJ|News|
Rise In Fatal Crashes Has Atlantic County Seeking Solutions
In 2024, Atlantic County was second in the state for fatal collisions. Authorities are committing to enforcement and education.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Across New Jersey, NJ|News|
Strong Storms, 50 MPH Winds To Slam NJ: Latest Forecast, Timing
Gusty winds, heavy rainfall and severe thunderstorms are all in store Wednesday when a major storm is set to hit New Jersey.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Barnegat-Manahawkin, NJ|News|
'Iconic' LBI Bar Listed For Sale At $3.9M
The owners of Joe Pop's in Ship Bottom, a beloved spot on the island, shared on social media that they were selling the business.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Ocean City, NJ|News|
First Responders Honored At Ceremony In Ocean City
The Public Safety Recognition Ceremony celebrated the lifesaving work of Ocean City's police, firefighters and lifeguards.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Berkeley|News|
'Winterfest' Will Celebrate Berkeley's 150th Anniversary
In honor of the township's 150th anniversary, enjoy iceless ice skating, music, food trucks at more at Veterans Park.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Galloway, NJ|News|
Man Found Shot Dead In South Jersey Apartment Complex: Prosecutor
A homicide investigation was launched after Kevin Schmalz, 28, was found dead from a gunshot wound at Hamilton Green Apartments.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Across New Jersey, NJ|News|
Severe Thunderstorms Could Hit NJ In Mid-Week Storm: Latest Forecast
Forecasters warn that the storm could bring severe, damaging wind gusts and potentially even an isolated tornado.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Galloway, NJ|News|
State Aid Increase In Store For Galloway Schools In 2025-26
Both Galloway and Greater Egg Harbor Regional schools will get more state aid in the 2025-26 school year.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Ocean City, NJ|News|
Small State Aid Increase In Store For Ocean City Schools In 2025-26
A slight increase in state aid is in store for the Ocean City School District in the upcoming school year.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff