Extreme heat warning issued for Ocean, Monmouth, and Burlington counties through Wednesday

JACKSON, N.J. — The National Weather Service has issued an Extreme Heat Warning for Western Monmouth, Ocean, and Southeastern Burlington Counties beginning Sunday morning and lasting through 8 p.m. Wednesday, citing dangerously…

Jackson shelter dog Rayna overlooked again

JACKSON, N.J. — Shelter staff and volunteers at the Northern Ocean County Animal Facility are calling for help as Rayna, a 3½-year-old surrendered dog, continues to wait for her forever home. Described…

Cool Off This Summer at the Jackson Spray Park

JACKSON, N.J. — With summer temperatures rising, the Jackson Township Spray Park has officially opened for the 2025 season, offering families a chance for young children to cool off under a range…

Heat wave expected to boost New Jersey shore crowds after three rainy weekends

SEASIDE HEIGHTS, N.J. — After three consecutive weekends of rain dampened shore tourism, New Jersey beach towns are finally bracing for a major turnout as a prolonged heat wave is expected to…

Cool and overcast weather expected Sunday at the shore after morning rain

SEASIDE HEIGHTS, N.J. — The Jersey Shore is expected to see cool and overcast conditions Sunday following a chance of early morning rain. Forecasters predict a 30 percent chance of showers, mainly…

Rain threatens to wash out weekend plans at the Jersey Shore

SEASIDE HEIGHTS, N.J. — Another round of wet weather is expected to dampen weekend activities at the Jersey Shore, with rain and thunderstorms forecast to move through the area beginning Friday night…

Rain to linger in North Jersey through Tuesday before sun and warmth return midweek

NEWARK, N.J. — Rain and cloud cover are expected to persist across North Jersey early this week, with clearer skies and warmer temperatures arriving by Wednesday, according to the National Weather Service.…

Rain and fog to start the week at Jersey Shore before midweek sunshine returns

SEASIDE HEIGHTS, N.J. — Patchy rain and cloudy skies are expected to dominate the start of the week along the Jersey Shore, with improving conditions by midweek, according to the National Weather…

Thunderstorms, wind and rain clear out for sunny Sunday at the Jersey Shore, light crowds expected

JERSEY SHORE, N.J. — A wet and breezy Saturday will keep beachgoers and likewise, troublemakers indoors along the Jersey Shore, but forecasters say conditions will improve by Sunday, bringing mild temperatures and…

Huge Cuts, No Tax Increase: Toms River Slashes $11 Million from Municipal Budget

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Mayor Dan Rodrick introduced a municipal budget on Wednesday that includes no increase in the municipal tax rate and cuts the budget from $146 million to $135 million,…

New Jersey’s Sinkhole Highway to Reopen Late Friday Night, DOT Says

WHARTON, N.J. — Two lanes of Interstate 80 westbound in Morris County are set to reopen late Friday night, according to the New Jersey Department of Transportation, following weeks of sinkhole-related repairs…

Rainy forecast could cool tensions on Seaside Heights boardwalk this weekend

SEASIDE HEIGHTS, N.J. — A rainy forecast may provide relief from recent disturbances on the Seaside Heights boardwalk, as showers and thunderstorms are expected to dampen crowds Friday and Saturday. The National…

Jackson Township Council Thanks Community for Outpouring of Support on Memorial Day

Hundreds of Jackson residents lined up on Manhattan Street to honor our nation’s military veterans and those who gave the ultimate sacrifice for American freedom. The weather was beautiful, with clear skies…

New Jersey to see more cooler temps and some rain this wek

TRENTON, N.J. — A stretch of cool and cloudy weather will dominate New Jersey this week, with multiple rounds of rain expected to move through the state starting Wednesday afternoon. Today’s conditions…

Memorial Day weekend to begin cool and damp, end with sunshine and BBQ-ready skies

TOMS RIVER, N.J. — Memorial Day weekend along the Jersey Shore will kick off with cloudy skies and cool temperatures but is expected to gradually warm into mild, sunny conditions by Monday,…

Boston police join community walk from Charlestown to North End in weekly outreach program

BOSTON, MA — Officers from the Boston Police Department’s District A-1 Community Service Office continued their weekly community engagement efforts with the “Walk the Beat” program on Wednesday, taking a scenic walk…

Trump endorses Ciattarelli in New Jersey GOP primary, here’s why

TRENTON, N.J. — President Donald Trump’s endorsement of Jack Ciattarelli in New Jersey’s Republican gubernatorial primary has drawn swift backlash from some conservative grassroots supporters who had rallied around hardline candidate and…

Severe thunderstorm watch issued for 14 New Jersey through 5 p.m.

TRENTON, N.J. — The National Weather Service has issued Severe Thunderstorm Watch 260 for much of New Jersey, effective until 5 p.m. Friday, as unstable conditions heighten the risk for strong storms…

Could Russian Space Junk Crash Land in New Jersey? A question, as 53-year-old craft strikes earth

The world was watching the skies as Kosmos 482, a Soviet-era spacecraft launched in 1972, made an uncontrolled re-entry into Earth’s atmosphere after 53 years in orbit. Originally destined for Venus as…

Rain-soaked Friday gives way to sunny, mild weekend across New Jersey

NEWARK, N.J. — A drenching end to the workweek in New Jersey will give way to clear skies and comfortable temperatures this weekend, according to the National Weather Service. Showers and thunderstorms…

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