Lanoka Harbor, New Jersey facts for kids
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Lanoka Harbor, New Jersey
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 Lanoka Harbor, New Jersey
Location in Ocean County, New Jersey
Lanoka Harbor, New Jersey
Location in New Jersey
Lanoka Harbor, New Jersey
Location in the United States
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| Country |  United States |
| State |  New Jersey |
| County | Ocean |
| Township | Lacey |
| Elevation | 10 ft (3 m) |
| Time zone | UTC-5 (Eastern (EST)) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-4 (Eastern (EDT)) |
| ZIP codes |
08734
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Lanoka Harbor is a small community in Lacey Township, Ocean County, New Jersey. It is called an "unincorporated community" because it's part of a larger township and doesn't have its own separate local government.
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History of Lanoka Harbor
Lanoka Harbor and a nearby place called Murray Grove were started in the mid-1700s. These towns are good examples of typical "bay towns" or "Barnegat Bay resorts."
Early Life and Industries
Before railroads brought tourists, people in these bay communities made a living from the forest and the sea. They had a big business harvesting oysters.
The Name "Lanoka Harbor"
The name Lanoka Harbor comes from the many oak trees that grew along George Lane. The original name was "Lanes Oaks," which was later shortened to "Lanoka." In 1924, a man named Samuel Rogers added "Harbor" to the name. He hoped this would help attract more tourists to the shore community.
Murray Grove's Special History
Murray Grove is famous as the "birthplace of Universalism in America." This is where the first Universalist sermon in the United States was preached. The Universalist and Unitarian Retreat and Conference Center was set up there in the early 1800s.
Education in Lanoka Harbor
Lanoka Harbor is home to the Lacey Township School District. This district includes several schools that serve the community.
Schools in the District
The schools in the Lacey Township School District are:
- Lacey Township High School
- Lanoka Harbor Elementary School
- Mill Pond Elementary School
- Cedar Creek Elementary School
Community Services
The people of Lanoka Harbor are kept safe by several important emergency services. These groups work hard to help residents when they need it most.
Emergency Services Provided
The community receives help from:
- Lanoka Harbor EMS (Squad 26)
- Lanoka Harbor Fire Company (Station 61)
- Lacey Township Underwater Rescue and Recovery (Squad 47)
- Lacey Township Police Department
