The second seat from the left behind the dais in the Ship Bottom meeting room, like the others, was vacant Dec. 30 after the council moved its final meeting of the year to the firehouse to accommodate ...

Surflight Theatre and the New Jersey Maritime Museum recently announced winners in the inaugural Beach Haven Gingerbread House contest. The category winners were business, Okie’s Butcher Shop; school, ...

Little Egg Harbor resident Martha Hickson didn’t intend to become a driving force in a nationwide movement for free speech. But as groups relentlessly pushed for the removal of books from the school ...

Little Egg Harbor Township ushered in the new year on Jan. 1 with the appointment of a new mayor, Ken Laney, who served as deputy mayor in 2025. Laney was nominated and unanimously appointed mayor by ...

While nothing is concrete right now, Stafford Township officials are making moves to acquire grant funding that could pave the way for a skate park at the Bay Avenue Community Center. During its Dec.

Halfway through his four-year term as Harvey Cedars mayor, John Imperiale looked back at accomplishments and work that still needs to be done. The SandPaper: Last year you reported on a very ...

Looking for a relaxing afternoon to work on your knitting, crochet or other fiber-related projects? Join like-minded individuals at the Waretown branch of the Ocean County Library for “Waretown ...

Tuckerton United Methodist Church hosts holiday craft and vendor fair. New and handmade items.

The Friends of Barnegat Lighthouse State Park have announced the 2026 speaker series, which brings a different, high-quality special guest to the visitors center each Saturday (with one exception on ...

Inspired by the sea, the Wickie Room captures the essence of coastal charm and culinary excellence. Picture a warm and inviting ambiance, featuring panoramic views of the golf course and the serene ...

Just over three weeks since a man reportedly disappeared in Manahawkin Bay and a coordinated search effort began, the Stafford Township Police Department on Dec. 18 confirmed the recovery of his body.

Surflight Theatre is thrilled to be continuing their 2025 Concert Series with the yearly Bubbly Bash with David Clark! Back by popular demand, David Clark returns to Surflight Theatre on New Year’s ...