Stafford Township Police to host Coffee with a Cop event in Manahawkin

Community invited to meet officers and discuss local concerns at Beach Haven Coffee Roasters. STAFFORD TOWNSHIP, N.J. – The Stafford Township Police Department will host a “Coffee with a Cop” community event…

ShopRite’s New Manahawkin Store Opening Soon

New ShopRite opening in Manahawkin promises big surprises for early shoppers MANAHAWKIN, NJ – Something big is coming to Route 72 West. For weeks, residents driving through Manahawkin Commons have watched construction…

Jersey jackpot explodes with $475K winner in Manahawkin

Ocean County lottery player strikes $475K Jersey Cash 5 jackpot on Thursday night TRENTON, NJ – One lucky ticket holder in Ocean County woke up thousands of dollars richer Friday after hitting…

Wendy’s in Manahawkin Reopens with New Look and Local Job Boost

Residents and visitors in Manahawkin have something new to celebrate this weekend as Flynn Group LP, the largest Wendy’s franchisee in the country, has officially reopened its newly remodeled Wendy’s restaurant located…

From produce to payout – Manahawkin farm turns into lotto goldmine

TRENTON, NJ — A Jersey Cash 5 ticket sold in Ocean County matched all five numbers to win Wednesday night’s $150,000 jackpot, marking the game’s third top prize awarded in a single…

Manahawkin Woman Sentenced to Five Years for Theft

Ocean County, NJ – Dona Carlo-Tanzola, 51, of Manahawkin, was sentenced on October 11 to five years in New Jersey State Prison. Her sentencing followed a guilty plea to theft related to…

Ocean County Irish Festival Brings Irish Spirit to Manahawkin Lake Park

MANAHAWKIN, NJ – The 7th Annual Ocean County Irish Festival is set to bring a lively celebration of Irish culture to Manahawkin Lake Park on Saturday, September 7, from 11 a.m. to…

Manahawkin Woman Pleads Guilty to Stealing $178,000 From Engineering Company

MANAHAWKIN, NJ — Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer announced that on July 1, 2024, Dona Carlo-Tanzola, 51, of Manahawkin, pled guilty to theft before the Honorable Kimarie Rahill, J.S.C. This plea…

Stafford Incident Leads to Lewdness Arrest for Indecent Act in Manahawkin

Manahawkin, NJ – Stafford Township Police have arrested 24-year-old Austin Mousley from West Creek, NJ, following reports of lewd behavior in the parking lot of Ulta Beauty in Manahawkin. The incident, reported…

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Man Seriously Injured in House Explosion in Manahawkin

STAFFORD TOWNSHIP, NJ – A large explosion followed by a fire erupted at 253 Neptune Drive during the early hours on October 31. Stafford Township Police Department officers, upon arrival, found a…

Motorcyclist Airlifted After Manahawkin Motorcycle Crash

MANAHAWKIN, NJ – A collision between a motorcycle and an SUV on Friday evening resulted in one individual being airlifted to Atlantic City Trauma Center for treatment. The accident occurred at 6:32…

Firefighters battle structure fire for three hours in Manahawkin

MANAHAWKIN, NJ – A structure fire in the Ocean Acres section of Manahawkin on Thursday, at around 6:30 pm, required a coordinated response from several fire departments and emergency services. Upon arrival,…

Fire damages home in Manahawkin overnight

STAFFORD TOWNSHIP, NJ – Stafford Township firefighters battled an overnight blaze at a home in Manahawkin Wednesday morning. According to the Stafford Police Department, a 911 call was made reporting the fire…

21-Year-Old Woman Struck While Crossing Route 72 in Manahawkin

STAFFORD TOWNSHIP, NJ – police in Stafford Township are investigating after a 21-year old woman was struck by a car while crossing Route 72 with a group of friends early Monday morning.…

15-Year-Old Girl Rushed to Hospital After Being Struck by Pickup Truck in Manahawkin

STAFFORD TOWNSHIP, NJ – A 15-year-old girl was struck and is in unknown condition at the hospital Wednesday evening. Police said at 7:70 pm, she was struck in the area of West…

Manahawkin Man Charged with Endangering Child For Leaving Gun Unsecured

STAFFORD TOWNSHIP, NJ – A Stafford Township man was charged for leaving a loaded Beretta 9mm handgun on a table in reach of a child, according to Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D.…

Bicyclist Struck and Killed by Vehicle on Route 72 in Manahawkin

MANAHAWKIN, NJ – A bicyclist was struck and killed while riding along Route 72 in Stafford Township near the Garden State Parkway exit, Stafford Police said on Tuesday. According to police, at…

Here’s How First Responders Reacted After Vehicle Crashed into Manahawkin Home

MANAHAWKIN, NJ – When firefighters and police officers responded to the scene of a motor vehicle crash into an Ocean Acres home last week, part of the response was to ensure the…

Shore Area Drug Dealer Arrested During Trafic Stop in Manahawkin

STAFFORD TOWNSHIP, NJ – A shore area man who had been known to deal heroin, crack and cocaine was arrested Thursday during a traffic stop while he was exiting the Garden State…

Manahawkin residents can Eat More Chicken as long-awaited Chick-fil-A store opens today

MANAHAWKIN, NJ – Move over McDonald’s and Burger King, Manahawkin is officially in the chicken business starting today. Doors opened at 6:30 am this morning. The iconic national brand should feel at…

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