Ocean City, NJ|News|
Shore Medical Center Names April Guardian Angel Of The Month
Maria Sanchez, a Shore Medical Center employee for more than 38 years, was recognized for patient care.
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, Little Egg Harbor Aid Cuts Prompt 9th District School Funding Reform Bill
The 9th District delegation said it will introduce legislation to restore school funding to districts hit by aid cuts.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Barnegat-Manahawkin, NJ|News|
Waretown Library To Host AARP Cybercrime Prevention Talk
A free AARP NJ Speakers Bureau presentation in Waretown will cover scams, social media safety and online banking risks.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Berkeley|News|
Seaside Park To Expand With Annexation Of Berkeley Neighborhood
South Seaside Park has officially left Berkeley Township and joined Seaside Park.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Ocean City, NJ|News|
Cannabis Sales To Be Allowed Across Bridge From Ocean City
Residents and speakers split over a zoning change that would allow one cannabis retailer in part of the CM2 district.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Ocean City, NJ|News|
Ocean City Council Honors High School Boys Basketball Team After State Title Run
The proclamation recognized Ocean City High School's first boys basketball state championship in 62 years.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Barnegat-Manahawkin, NJ|News|
81 Full-Time Paraprofessionals At Risk Under Southern Ocean School Budget
Little Egg Harbor schools are considering cutting all full-time paraprofessionals due to rising health care costs.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Across New Jersey, NJ|News|
'Super El Niño' Could Form In Hurricane Season: What It Means For NJ
The developing El Niño will have a massive impact on the 2026 Atlantic hurricane season.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Across New Jersey, NJ|News|
Major Shift In Weather Pattern Coming To NJ: Latest Forecast
A warm-up that could break temperature records, showers, thunderstorms and more are in store for this week, forecasters say.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Ocean City, NJ|News|
NJ Father Charged In 3-Month-Old Baby's Death: Prosecutor
The baby was severely injured by blunt force trauma to her head and neck, the Atlantic County Prosecutor's Office said.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Across New Jersey, NJ|News|
Wintry Weather Returns, Wildfire Risk In Store For NJ Saturday: Latest Forecast
Dry conditions could bring the threat of wildfires, while temperatures will drop into the 40s Saturday.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Ocean City, NJ|News|
NJ Toddler Seriously Injured After Falling Out Of Second-Story Window
The 3-year-old was playing in an upstairs window when he fell out of the window, Township of Hamilton police said.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Lacey, NJ|News|
Police Lieutenant, Sergeant Promoted In Lacey
Township officials recognized Michael Hine and Alan Albecht as promotions approved in backfilled police posts.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Ocean City, NJ|News|
Atlantic City Man Admits To Two Armed Robberies At Same Store: Prosecutor
Robert Arroyo, 49, admitted two first-degree robberies and a handgun offense tied to 2025 incidents.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Barnegat-Manahawkin, NJ|News|
NJ Corrections Officer Assaulted Inmate, Framed Him To Cover It Up: AG
Manahawkin resident David Petoia falsely accused an inmate of having a weapon and then beating him, officials said.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Lacey, NJ|News|
Armed Bank Robber In Lacey Caught, Police Say
Kenneth Grant threatened a bank teller with a gun and demanded money on March 9, police said.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Barnegat-Manahawkin, NJ|News|
Stolen U-Haul Found In Manahawkin Plaza, 3 Charged: Police
Police said an officer found two people asleep in a reported stolen U-Haul and a third hiding in the cargo area.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Ocean City, NJ|News|
South Jersey Food Bank Seeks Donations For Stamp Out Hunger Drive
Residents in Atlantic, Cape May and Cumberland counties can leave non-perishable food by mailboxes May 9.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Barnegat-Manahawkin, NJ|News|
Stafford Wins Healthy Town Designation Again In Statewide Mayors Wellness Campaign
Stafford was recognized for a third straight year, with officials citing outreach, wellness programs and access efforts.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
Galloway, NJ|News|
FBI Video Shows Discovery Of Missing Autistic South Jersey Teen After 36-Hour Search
The 17-year-old was found curled up against a tree in a heavily wooded area after walking away from his Egg Harbor Township home.
Veronica Flesher, Patch Staff
