Heat wave expected to snap as storms bring cooler, wetter weekend to New Jersey

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MOUNT HOLLY, N.J. — A days-long heat wave gripping parts of New Jersey is expected to break late Wednesday as a series of storms brings cooler temperatures and increased chances of rain…

June 25, 2025

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Toms River extends Snug Harbor Pool hours to 7 p.m. during heat wave

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TOMS RIVER, N.J. — As high temperatures grip the region, Toms River officials have extended operating hours at the Municipal Pool at Snug Harbor through Wednesday. Toms River Mayor Dan Rodrick today…

June 24, 2025

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Over 150 Fall Ill, 16 Hospitalized at Mass Casualty Incident During New Jersey High School Graduation

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PATERSON, NJ — A sweltering heat wave turned what should have been a joyous celebration for Paterson’s graduating seniors into a medical emergency on Monday, June 23, as soaring temperatures at Hinchliffe…

June 24, 2025

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Manchester Township Property Eyed as a Possible Answer to Ocean County’s Homeless Crisis

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TOMS RIVER, NJ – As Ocean County grapples with a growing homelessness crisis, the transformation of the Toms River branch of the Ocean County Library and its adjacent municipal parking garage into…

June 24, 2025

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Linden opens JTG Center as cooling site for residents without power

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LINDEN, N.J. — Mayor Derek Armstead announced Monday that the JTG Center at 311 Helen Street will remain open to assist residents without power amid rising indoor temperatures. The center is offering…

June 24, 2025

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Beachwood opens Mayo Park center as cooling site amid heat

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BEACHWOOD, N.J. — The Mayo Park Recreation Center at 501 Beacon Avenue will operate as a cooling center from noon to 4 p.m. on Monday and Tuesday, June 23 and 24, according…

June 23, 2025

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Overturned oil tanker carrying diesel fuel shuts down US 9 in Lakewood

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LAKEWOOD, N.J. — An overturned tanker carrying thousands of gallons of diesel fuel has shut down all lanes of U.S. Route 9 in both directions north of James Street in Lakewood Township…

June 23, 2025

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Heat Wave Grips New York City as poor air quality to blanket Big Apple Through Thursday

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NEW YORK — An Extreme Heat Warning remains in effect across New York City through 8 p.m. Tuesday, with the National Weather Service forecasting dangerously high heat index values up to 107…

June 23, 2025

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Extreme Heat, Poor Air Quality to Blanket New Jersey Through Mid Week

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FREEHOLD, N.J. — A dangerous combination of extreme heat and worsening air quality is blanketing parts of New Jersey through midweek, as the National Weather Service and state environmental officials issue multiple…

June 23, 2025

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

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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…

June 22, 2025

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Jackson shelter dog Rayna overlooked again

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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…

June 20, 2025

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Cool Off This Summer at the Jackson Spray Park

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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…

June 19, 2025

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

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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…

June 17, 2025

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

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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…

June 14, 2025

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Rain threatens to wash out weekend plans at the Jersey Shore

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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…

June 13, 2025

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

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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.…

June 9, 2025

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

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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…

June 9, 2025

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

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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…

May 31, 2025

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

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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,…

May 30, 2025

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

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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…

May 29, 2025

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