Barnegat-Manahawkin, NJ|News|
Drive-Thru Coffee Shop Proposed In Barnegat
The proposal will be heard by the zoning board in August.
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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Berkeley|News|
Motel Could Become Apartments In Bayville
The proposal to convert the motel into apartments will go before the zoning board in August.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Ocean City, NJ|News|
Toddler Overdosed On Cocaine During Jersey Shore Vacation: Prosecutor
The 2-year-old boy was given two doses of Narcan on the way to the hospital after falling ill, authorities said.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Ocean City, NJ|News|
Baby Zebra Born At Cape May County Zoo
The filly born to Lydia on July 17 is the fourth zebra foal for the Cape May County Park & Zoo mother.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Berkeley|News|
Restrictions Set At Island Beach State Park Ahead Of Boat Party
"FloatShoalla," the boat and float party at Tices Shoal, is this weekend.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Moorestown, NJ|News|
Lightning Strike Sets South Jersey Bakery Ablaze
Fire damage has temporarily shut down two businesses.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Ocean City, NJ|News|
Event Set To Honor Historic Allen AME Church In Cape May
A free Sept. 19 program in Cape May will honor the history and cultural legacy of the former Allen AME Church.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Ocean City, NJ|News|
Ocean City Crowns Miss Night in Venice 2026 Queen Ahead Of Boat Parade
Nadia Marzano was crowned Monday night after contestants raised money for 14 local non-profit groups.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Lacey, NJ|News|
5 Ocean County Events To Check Out This Weekend
Ocean County residents have plenty of ways to spend the weekend.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Barnegat-Manahawkin, NJ|News|
Data Center Ban Proposed In Stafford
An ordinance was introduced that would ban data centers from being built in Stafford Township.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Berkeley|News|
Support Surges For Family After Fatal Barnegat Bay Boating Crash
The two siblings who died in the crash left behind "a beautiful reminder of the unbreakable bond they shared," their obituaries read.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Barnegat-Manahawkin, NJ|News|
Manahawkin Lake Park To Host Cardboard Boat Regatta, National Night Out
The township plans boat inspections at 4 p.m. and races at 5 p.m., followed by National Night Out in the park.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Ocean City, NJ|News|
East Lynne Sets Cape May Run of Jennifer Childs' 'Funny Girls'
The East Lynne Theater Company will open its new Philadelphia residency series July 24 at the Clemans Theater.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Lacey, NJ|News|
Presentation Set For College Students With Disabilities At Lacey Library
The free Aug. 4 program in Forked River will cover college accommodations and eligibility at Ocean County College.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Ocean City, NJ|News|
Sleeping, Camping Banned In Public In Ocean City
The new Ocean City ordinance bars sleeping or camping in public areas but allows ordinary beach napping.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Ocean City, NJ|News|
Waterspout Came Ashore In Cape May County, NWS Says
The waterspout briefly came ashore as a tornado before dissipating, officials said.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Ocean City, NJ|News|
Ocean City Theatre Company Brings 'Junie B. Jones' To Music Pier
The family show is part of Ocean City Theatre Company's 2026 Children's Theatre Series.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Lacey, NJ|News|
Lacey Elks Lodge Brings Local Veterans Together For Day On The Water
The June 23 outing marked the second straight year the Forked River lodge organized the veterans event.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Barnegat-Manahawkin, NJ|News|
Community Wellness, Resource Fair Set In Manahawkin
Residents can meet health providers, agencies and community groups in one place at the Aug. 19 event in Manahawkin.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Ocean City, NJ|News|
Ocean City Releases 2026 Guide For Night in Venice Weekend
The 71st annual Ocean City celebration starts at 6:30 p.m. July 25 with free viewing areas and fireworks to follow.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
