Harbor seal rescued on Valentine’s Day Passes Away at the Jersey Shore
BRIGANTINE, N.J. – A young harbor seal rescued on Valentine’s Day in Ship Bottom has died despite intensive treatment, the Marine Mammal Stranding Center (MMSC) …
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New Jersey Man Oscar Castillo-Peralta Busted in Sting Targeting Child Predators in Bensalem
PLEASANTVILLE, NJ – A 53-year-old New Jersey man found himself in handcuffs after allegedly trying to prey on a 13-year-old girl in Bensalem, Pennsylvania. Oscar …
Shore Town to Welcome Canadians with Open Arms This Summer Despite International Tensions
WILDWOOD, N.J. — Watch the tramcar, eh? For generations, Canadian visitors have flocked to the Wildwoods for a classic Jersey Shore vacation, and tourism officials …
Did You Know? Rollerskating and Skateboarding are Illegal in This New Jersey Shore Town
OCEAN CITY, NJ – If your idea of a Jersey Shore vacation includes lacing up the old rollerskates or rollerblades or taking to the street …
The NJSIAA’s Defiance of Trump’s Executive Order Hurts Our Daughters Across New Jersey
MIDDLETOWN, NJ – As a father of a high school athlete—a daughter who pours her heart into her sport—I’m beyond frustrated. The New Jersey State …
Why the Jersey Shore is the Best Place in New Jersey for Easter Weekend
When Easter Weekend rolls around, there’s no place in New Jersey I’d rather be than the Jersey Shore. Sure, the Garden State has its fair …
Thousands to brave icy waters for Seaside Heights Polar Bear Plunge
SEASIDE HEIGHTS, N.J. — Thousands of participants are set to take the plunge into the frigid Atlantic Ocean on Saturday as part of the annual …
This Jersey Shore Town is Making St. Patrick’s Day a Two Weekend Event
WILDWOOD, N.J. — The Wildwoods will be filled with Irish pride next month as the seaside town hosts two weekends of St. Patrick’s Day festivities …
Mysterious Geometric Patterns Carved into New Jersey’s Coastal Marshes Explained
From above, New Jersey’s coastal wetlands and marshes present a striking and perplexing sight: a network of mysterious squares and straight lines cutting through the …
Murder Down the Shore: Man Arrested for Killing Man Inside Wildwood Apartment
WILDWOOD CREST, N.J. — A Wildwood Crest man has been arrested and charged with murder after allegedly shooting and killing another man during an argument …
National Pizza Day: The 10 Best Pizzerias in Asbury Park
Asbury Park isn’t just known for its music scene and boardwalk charm—it’s also home to some of the best pizza spots in New Jersey. Whether …
Wildwood Announces “Major Air Show” Coming to the Jersey Shore in 2025
THE WILDWOODS, N.J. – The Greater Wildwoods Tourism Improvement and Development Authority (GWTIDA) is in discussions with an airshow company to bring a large-scale aerial …
New Jersey cop rescues 11-year-old boy from fall through icy lake
WEST LONG BRANCH, N.J. — A West Long Branch police officer pulled an 11-year-old boy from an icy lake Tuesday afternoon after the child fell …
Injured seal rescued in Ventnor treated and released by Marine Mammal Stranding Center
VENTNOR, N.J. — A harbor seal found on a Ventnor beach Thursday morning with bloody flippers was rescued and examined by the Marine Mammal Stranding …
Toms River Republicans Joined by State Leaders to Celebrate First Year Accomplishments of Mayor Rodrick
OCEAN BEACH, NJ – It was standing room only Thursday night at the Channel Marker restaurant in Ocean Beach as state, county, and local Republican …
New Jersey Wins Governor Murphy’s “War of Stupidity” President Says
WASHINGTON — Former President Donald Trump announced Thursday the signing of an executive order halting all new offshore wind farm leases in New Jersey, delivering …
New Jersey babysitter charged after toddler found wandering outside while she was passed out, drunk
BRIGANTINE, N.J. — A Ventnor City woman has been charged with child endangerment after she was found unconscious from alcohol consumption while the toddler she …
Environmental Lobbying Group Says New Jersey Anti-Wind Energy Protest Fueld by Tone Deaf MAGA, Big Oil Misinformation
TRENTON, N.J. — Environmental leaders across New Jersey are speaking out against a series of anti-offshore wind energy rallies planned for this weekend, criticizing them …
New Jersey School Teacher Had Relationship with Young Student, Giving Birth to His Child
CAPE MAY COURT HOUSE, N.J. — A 34-year-old elementary school teacher in Middle Township has been arrested on multiple charges, including aggravated sexual assault, following …
Trump Vows to Ban Offshore Wind Turbine Farms in New Jersey by Executive Order
ATLANTIC CITY, NJ. — President Donald Trump is set to sign an executive order halting offshore wind energy projects, a move that underscores his administration’s …
Are New Jersey Boardwalk Claw Machine Plushies Infected With Dust Mites? We Performed a Laboratory Test to Find Out
ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. — A recent study has debunked rumors that plush toys from boardwalk claw machines are infested with dust mites. Conducted in January …
Asbury Park police debunk viral ‘serial killer’ rumor circulating on social media
ASBURY PARK, N.J. — The Asbury Park Police Department has confirmed that rumors of a “serial killer” in the area are false, addressing concerns sparked …
Toms River Boatworks Demolished as Part of Waterfront Revitalization Plan
TOMS RIVER, NJ – The deteriorating Toms River Boatworks, severely damaged during Superstorm Sandy and left in disrepair for years, has been demolished. Mayor Dan …
Injured harbor seal rescued in New Jersey, now under care at MMSC
MANTOLOKING, N.J. — A young female harbor seal was rescued from a beach in Mantoloking on Monday after she was found underweight and injured, marking …
Former New Jersey Man, Cop, Killed on Duty by Perp in North Carolina
BEACH HAVEN, NJ — Police Officer Michael T. Horan, 44, was shot and killed Saturday morning while responding to a report of a man with …
Barnegat Police Rescue Boaters and Dog from Sinking Vessel
Barnegat Police Rescue Boaters and Dog from Sinking Vessel
**Barnegat, NJ** – Barnegat Police Department responded to a distress call on Thursday from a boater reporting their vessel was sinking near Sun Harbor Marina. Patrol units arrived but were unable to locate the stranded individuals from the land.
Off-duty Lt. Ryan used his personal boat to assist in the search. Officers found two individuals and their dog in the water after their vessel had submerged.
The team successfully secured the people and dog on Ryan’s vessel. They transported them safely to Barnegat Public Docks.
All involved were confirmed to be safe and recovering. The department expressed relief and gratitude for Lt. Ryan and his team’s swift action.
Absecon mourns beloved crossing guard Thomas “Frank” Lavery
ABSECON, N.J. — The Absecon community is mourning the loss of Thomas “Frank” Lavery, a dedicated crossing guard who served the city for nearly a …
New Jersey Now Allows Gamblers to Put Themselves on Casino Ban Lists to Combat Addiction
TRENTON, N.J. — New Jersey gamblers seeking to self-exclude from brick-and-mortar casinos can now do so entirely online, a move aimed at enhancing accessibility to …
Newspaper Delivery Company Settles New Jersey Case with State for Exploiting Workers
TRENTON, NJ — New Jersey Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin and Labor Commissioner Robert Asaro-Angelo announced a $296,188 settlement with NJ Penn Logistics, LLC, a …
Mayorkas rebuffs Trump’s call to shoot down mysterious drones over New Jersey
WASHINGTON, D.C. — Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas dismissed concerns over a series of mysterious drone sightings in New Jersey and other areas of the …
Ocean County drone command center has become ground zero for alleged offshore “mothership” activity
SEASIDE HEIGHTS, N.J. — The Ocean County Sheriff’s Department has a command center stationed along the beachfront in Seaside Heights after reporting an unusual wave …
Low-flying drones spotted along Jersey Shore spark speculation of sea-based launch origins
MANASQUAN, N.J. — Reports of low-flying drones over the Atlantic Ocean have prompted curiosity and speculation along the Jersey Shore, with sightings near Manasquan and …
Monmouth County cops note increase in mysterious drone sightings
FREEHOLD, N.J. — Law enforcement officials in Monmouth County have confirmed receiving numerous reports of drone sightings in various municipalities this week, mirroring similar trends …
Bill Spadea Wet the Bed on the Edison American Flag “Prop” Ban, Here’s Why it is a Big Issue
Oh, Bill Spadea, you’ve done it again! The New Jersey political commentator and radio host found himself at the center of yet another debate when …
Wildwood Crest police chief elected to FBI academy leadership board
WILDWOOD CREST, N.J. — Police Chief Robert Lloyd has been elected to the executive board of the New Jersey Chapter of the FBI National Academy …
Man critically injured, dog killed in Jersey Shore hit-and-run; driver arrested
ABSECON, N.J. — A hit-and-run crash early Saturday morning in Absecon left a 25-year-old man with life-threatening injuries and killed his dog, police said. The …
Christmas Starts This Weekend At Cape May’s Jingle Bar
CAPE MAY, NJ – The holiday season is lighting up the shore as Harry’s Ocean Bar & Grille welcomes back its beloved Christmas pop-up, Jingle …
Warning issued as cold-stunned sea turtles face peril along Jersey Shore
ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. — Conservation groups are urging the public to remain vigilant for sea turtles in distress as plummeting water temperatures along the Jersey …
New Jerseyans Cut Back on Casinos as State Reports 8% Revenue Drop
ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. — The economy is doing great, they tell us. But, New Jerseyans on the ground are feeling the heat and people are …
Italian Cookies, It’s a New Jersey Thing: The Best Italian Bakeries at the Jersey Shore
The Jersey Shore, renowned for its sun-kissed beaches and vibrant boardwalks, also boasts a rich tapestry of culinary delights, particularly in the realm of Italian …
Here Are Some Great Farm to Table Restaurants at the Jersey Shore
The Jersey Shore, renowned for its picturesque coastline and vibrant communities, is also home to a burgeoning farm-to-table dining scene. This culinary movement emphasizes the …
Dolphin carcass found butchered on New Jersey beach; investigation underway
ALLENHURST, N.J. — The Marine Mammal Stranding Center (MMSC) responded to a disturbing discovery on a New Jersey beach this week, after the remains of …
Child Rescued from Burning Jersey Shore Apartment
OCEAN TOWNSHIP, N.J. — A fire at the Middlebrook Apartments on Saturday afternoon led to the rescue of a child from a two-story garden-style building, …
5 Reasons Why People Who Don’t Live in Seaside Heights Love to Hate Seaside Heights
1. It’s Where the Fun Is—And That’s the Problem.Seaside Heights is the ultimate playground: a lively boardwalk, iconic beach, fishing, endless bars, and the aroma …
Suspect in Deadly Wildwood Stabbing Sentenced to Prison
CAPE MAY COURT HOUSE, N.J. — DaJohn Taylor was sentenced to 19 years in prison on Monday for the fatal stabbing of 19-year-old Kaiden Braithwaite …
Watch the Tram Car! Woman Behind Historic Wildwood Voice Suing City for Royalties
Floss Stingel, the woman behind Wildwood’s famous tram warning—“Watch the tram car, please!”—is taking legal action against the Jersey Shore town, claiming she hasn’t been …
Seaside Heights Hosts Annual Columbus Day Festival
SEASIDE HEIGHTS, N.J. — Local officials, including State Senate candidate Carmen Amato, and Ocean County Commissioner Frank Sadeghi participated in ribbon-cutting ceremonies this weekend to …
The Best Pizza on the Seaside Boardwalk
SEASIDE HEIGHTS, NJ – When it comes to the best pizza on the Seaside Heights Boardwalk, two legendary spots consistently draw rave reviews: Maruca’s Tomato …
Second Minke Whale Found Dead Off Jersey Coast Days Since Offshore Wind Survey Ship Returned
LAVALLETTE, N.J. — A small minke whale was found dead early Friday morning near Trenton Avenue in Lavallette, according to the Marine Mammal Stranding Center …
Dead minke whale found in Raritan Bay off New Jersey shoreline
SANDY HOOK, N.J. — A dead minke whale was discovered floating in the Lower Bay/Raritan Bay area on Thursday morning, prompting efforts by local and …