News Archives - Ocean County Now https://oceancountynow.com/category/news/ The Best of Ocean County Thu, 20 Jul 2023 03:02:25 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://oceancountynow.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/cropped-Ocean-County-Now-logo-32x32.png News Archives - Ocean County Now https://oceancountynow.com/category/news/ 32 32 Visit the Ocean County Sprinkler Park and Beat the Heat https://oceancountynow.com/visit-the-ocean-county-sprinkler-park-and-beat-the-heat/ Thu, 20 Jul 2023 03:00:46 +0000 https://oceancountynow.com/?p=2861 Situated on a scenic peninsula jutting out into the calm waters of Barnegat Bay, John C. Bartlett, Jr. County Park's location provides possibly the best view of the Bay in Ocean County. It also features a family-oriented spray park, playground, walking paths, small picnic areas, bait stations and more.

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]]> 2861 Ocean County man fighting for his life from Kidney Failure https://oceancountynow.com/ocean-county-man-fighting-for-his-life-from-kidney-failure/ Sat, 24 Jun 2023 22:54:21 +0000 https://oceancountynow.com/?p=2847 Paulie from Ocean County was diagnosed with CKD August 20th of 2022 and after receiving bloodwork from the cardiologist, he received an urgent call from his doctor to get to the emergency room right away. If we did not get him there so quickly he would not be with us today fighting to stay alive for his family and 3 young children Ava 11, Paulie who is 8 and Leia who is 4. He fights everyday of his life.

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]]> 2847 Remembering Matthew Spears, 48, of Brick, NJ https://oceancountynow.com/remembering-matthew-spears/ Sat, 24 Jun 2023 17:52:54 +0000 https://oceancountynow.com/?p=2844 Matthew Spears, 48, of Brick passed away on Sunday, June 11, 2023. He was born in New Brunswick, NJ to William and Susan (Duhrkopp) Spears. Matt has lived most of his life in Brick, NJ and graduated from Brick Twp High School in 1994.

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]]> 2844 Traveling Tennis in Ocean County https://oceancountynow.com/tennis-in-ocean-county-nj/ Mon, 19 Jun 2023 19:45:41 +0000 https://oceancountynow.com/?p=2833 We’re bringing tennis to a court near you. Staff will teach the basics of tennis to children and teens throughout the county. Instruction will include basic rules and court positioning. Participants will practice many skills including groundstrokes, volleying, and serving. Kids will be divided into age groups. Tennis rackets and balls will be provided. Pre-registration is mandatory. Please wear sneakers and bring a drink.

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]]> 2833 4th of July Fireworks in Ocean County https://oceancountynow.com/4th-of-july-fireworks-in-ocean-county/ Sun, 18 Jun 2023 21:47:22 +0000 https://oceancountynow.com/?p=2813 4th of July Fireworks in Ocean County

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]]> 2813 Start a Career in Law Enforcement https://oceancountynow.com/start-a-career-in-law-enforcement/ Fri, 02 Jun 2023 04:03:14 +0000 https://oceancountynow.com/?p=2722 START A REWARDING CAREER IN LAW ENFORCEMENT
NOW ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FOR
POLICE OFFICER AND SLEO II!
SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION THROUGH POLICE APP
All applicants for the position of Patrolman and/or Class II SLEO at the time of appointment must:

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]]> 2722 Summer Solstice Craft Show https://oceancountynow.com/summer-solstice-craft-show/ Thu, 01 Jun 2023 14:59:27 +0000 https://oceancountynow.com/?p=2690 Join the St. Francis Community Center to celebrate Artists, and crafters at its Summer Craft Show for 40 years. Talented local makers come and vend their handmade goods each Summer at our Indoor Craft Show. Potters, Woodworkers, Artists, Photographers, Apparel Designers, and crafters of all kinds will be in attendance at this 70 vendor event.

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]]> 2690 Ocean County Fishing Contest https://oceancountynow.com/ocean-county-fishing-contest/ Wed, 03 May 2023 14:08:46 +0000 https://oceancountynow.com/?p=2559 Enter the Ocean County Fishing Contest. The Annual fishing contest is held at 2 lakes in Ocean County New Jersey

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]]> 2559 Become a lifeguard in a NJ park, forest or recreation area near you https://oceancountynow.com/become-a-lifeguard-in-a-nj-park-forest-or-recreation-area-near-you/ Mon, 01 May 2023 13:51:35 +0000 https://oceancountynow.com/?p=2554 Attention New Jersey State Park Service lifeguards and future lifeguards – Summer is around the corner and prior experience is not necessary!
Do you want to be a lifeguard in a New Jersey state park, forest or recreation area near you?

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]]> 2554 Ocean County Fair https://oceancountynow.com/ocean-county-fair/ Sat, 29 Apr 2023 19:15:53 +0000 https://oceancountynow.com/?p=2546 Ocean County Fair. Enjoy entertainment, food, and rides all for $10. Kids under 10 enter free and parking is free.

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