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Places that opened, reopened, or earned a mention this month — the ones we'd go back to.
BYOB sushi, anyone? Makoto Japanese Steak House keeps Manahawkin rolling with fresh sushi and sashimi, weekly special rolls that actually earn the hype, and a relaxed BYOB setup that’s perfect for low-key hangs.
Bagels worth the detour: When you need a legit kosher bite without overthinking it, Four Corners Kosher Bagel & Cafe delivers with bagels and bakery favorites that actually hit the spot.
Fresh cut, local art: Plaza Barbers is that Lakewood spot where you can book with Shlomo for a sharp cut or beard cleanup, sip a drink, grab a snack, and check out real artwork while you're at it.
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The five stories Ocean County readers clicked most this month, from the daily editions.
Barnegat Police in New Jersey are searching for an elderly man reported missing in Barnegat Township, N.J., who was last seen near Barnegate Boulevard and West Bay Avenue on Sunday afternoon.
Full story at shorenewsnetwork.com ↗
The New Jersey Turnpike Authority is proposing a major improvement project to the Garden State Parkway in Ocean County, aimed at reducing congestion and reducing crashes.
Full story at jerseyshoreonline.com ↗
The New Jersey Department of Treasury has offered free property tax relief filing events throughout the state for eligible residents through October.
Full story at app.com ↗
Robert M. Sinnott, Jr., a former fire chief and police officer in Ocean County, New Jersey, has been indicted on additional charges related to non-consensual sexual contact with employees he supervised and colleagues.
Full story at insidernj.com ↗
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