Barnegat News

As motorists take to the roads this Memorial Day holiday, the state Division of Highway Traffic Safety is urging everyone to buckle up.

MANTOLOKING - Still deeply scarred by superstorm Sandy, this barrier beach community could be the scene for the first post-storm litigation over beach replenishment easements.

Calling all Barnegat and Manahawkin-area seniors and senior parents: What's next for you after graduation? Whether you're headed to college or starting a new job, tell us your plans in the comments below.

Everything you need to know about beaches in Ocean County during the summer of 2013, from beach fees to parking facilities to lifeguard schedules: A beach goer removes her shoes before after arriving at the Johnson Street Beach in this file photo from 2004.

The Barnegat Police Department will be conducting entrance testing for the purpose of establishing a hiring list for the position of patrol officer.

As noted in recent blogs, there are some big stripers being trolled in deep water off Island Beach State Park.

The heroin was recovered during a consent search of Riley's residence. WEST BAY AVENUE: Paul Killelea, 55, of Lakewood was charged with driving while intoxicated about 11:30 p.m. April 25.

A 32-year-old man has been arrested and charged with heroin possession following an investigation.

Hey Canton! In case you didn't know, Mother's Day 2013 is fast approaching. The big day is Sunday, May 12, and we need your help.

We have the final word on black sea bass regulations in New Jersey this year: The New Jersey Marine Fisheries Council approved a 20 fish daily bag limit with a minimum size of 12.5 inches.

It's funny what leads to some of our favorite moments on the water. Last Friday, I had set aside some time to help my neighbor fix her computer that's been on the fritz since she returned to Long Beach Island from Florida.

Barnegat Township officials say they are in the process of getting bids for local cable access companies to televise the often-lively regular Township Committee meetings, which are held on alternative Mondays throughout the month.

South Seaside Park resident Donald Whiteman's family has lived on the barrier island section of Berkeley Township for seven decades.

For three years, Mayor David Most has spearheaded an effort to find a replacement for the township's biggest taxable property, the Oyster Creek Generating Station.

Girl Scouts in Troop 421 had such a great time hosting a Pet Adoption Day last year, they decided to do it again.

If you can read this, thank a teacher. May 7 is Teacher Appreciation Day, the day when we can express our thanks to educators who have helped their students excel.

A 54-year-old Manahawkin man was arrested and charged May 3 for three counts of aggravated assault on police, as well as other charges after an incident in the TD Bank parking lot.

The 85-year-old driver of a vehicle involved in a crash with a dump truck here last week was identified Monday as Mary Johnson of Barnegat.

The mayor of a storm-wrecked New Jersey shore town says England's Prince Harry will visit next week before heading to a news conference elsewhere in the state.

Sandy was the unpreparable storm that every town within the state had to prepare for, and Rutgers University is releasing a universal checklist for communities to follow when the next disaster strikes.