Rediscovering Wildwood’s Hidden Gem: Fascination on the Boardwalk

Wildwood is slowly losing its retro-Americana charm, one condo and one boardwalk smoke shop at a time, but one man is still holding on tightly to what New Jersey’s boardwalks once held…

Seaside Heights considers earlier boardwalk closures, backpack ban after Memorial Day weekend violence

SEASIDE HEIGHTS, N.J. — In response to a violent and chaotic Memorial Day weekend that left three people stabbed and more than 70 arrested, Seaside Heights officials are weighing new restrictions aimed…

Rain threatens to keep Jersey Shore boardwalks quiet for second weekend in a row

SEASIDE HEIGHTS, N.J. — Rainy weather is once again threatening weekend business at New Jersey’s popular boardwalks, with thunderstorms and scattered showers forecast through Sunday, potentially impacting restaurants, arcades, and other coastal…

1985 footage shows a rare glimpse of Seaside Heights before the MTV era and boardwalk mayhem

SEASIDE HEIGHTS, NJ — Newly discovered footage from 1985 reveals a nostalgic portrait of Seaside Heights before it became nationally known for reality TV, crowded summers, and boardwalk chaos. Released by Greenrose…

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…

Seaside Heights mayor blames 14-year-old TikTok user for weekend of violence and mayhem on the boardwalk

SEASIDE HEIGHTS, N.J. — A violent Memorial Day weekend in Ocean County left one person dead, three people stabbed, and 70 arrested in Seaside Heights, prompting Mayor Anthony Vaz to lay part…

Seaside Heights Boardwalk Shut Down After Third Night of Violence and Third Stabbing

SEASIDE HEIGHTS, NJ — For the third consecutive night, the Seaside Heights boardwalk was the host of multiple large scale brawls, disorderly conduct, and a stabbing. It was the third stabbing, with…

Four years ago, New Jersey offered COVID-19 vaccines with pizza and prizes on the boardwalk

ASBURY PARK, N.J. — Four years ago this week, New Jersey launched the “Shots at the Shore” COVID-19 vaccination campaign, a pop-up initiative offering vaccines along the coast during Memorial Day Weekend…

Ocean City police say no credible threat tied to weekend Boardwalk Rock concert

OCEAN CITY, Md. — The Ocean City Police Department confirmed Tuesday that there is no credible threat linked to this weekend’s Boardwalk Rock concert, following a series of unverified social media posts…

Worst boardwalk MAGA rally ever: Spadea draws tiny crowd at Seaside campaign stop

SEASIDE HEIGHTS, N.J. — A campaign MAGA rally for GOP gubernatorial hopeful Bill Spadea featuring retired Lt. Gen. Michael Flynn drew a sparse crowd Friday on the Seaside Heights boardwalk, with around…

Truck crashes through Wildwood boardwalk, police release video

NORTH WILDWOOD, NJ — A delivery truck crashed through the wooden boards of the North Wildwood boardwalk Monday evening, prompting a swift response from police and the release of surveillance footage showing…

Teen gunned down near Coney Island boardwalk in broad daylight shooting

BROOKLYN, N.Y. — A teenage boy was fatally shot Sunday afternoon near Coney Island, sparking a homicide investigation in a busy Brooklyn corridor. At approximately 4:49 p.m., police responded to a 911…

Shots fired near Myrtle Beach boardwalk: Police respond after late-night shooting

MYRTLE BEACH, SC — A shooting late Saturday night near the bustling North Ocean Boulevard drew a heavy police response as investigators worked to secure the area and gather details. Officers from…

New Jersey boardwalk named one of 10 best in America

WILDWOOD, N.J. — The Wildwoods’ Boardwalk has claimed the No. 1 spot in USA Today’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards 2025 for Best Boardwalk in the United States, the publication announced Wednesday. Selected…

Decade After Superstorm Sandy, Toms River Boardwalk and Beach Project Finally Moving

TOMS RIVER, NJ – Superstorm Sandy struck Ortley Beach nearly 13 years ago, but movement on rebuilding the beachfront and connecting the two boardwalks along the oceanfront have stalled for over a…

Five arrested for attacking off-duty cop on Wildwood Boardwalk

WILDWOOD, NJ – Five men have been arrested in connection with the violent assault of an off-duty Stone Harbor police officer who was attacked while jogging on the Wildwood Boardwalk, authorities announced.…

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 2025, by Shore News Network’s new forensic…

Man convicted in Ocean City boardwalk stabbings sentenced to 10 years

OCEAN CITY, Md. — A Ridgely man was sentenced to a decade in prison on November 8 after being found guilty of first-degree assault in a violent 2022 boardwalk attack that left…

Seaside Park Approves Plan to Rebuild Amusement Pier Destroyed by Sandy, Completely Lost in 2013 Boardwalk Fire

SEASIDE PARK, N.J. — The Seaside Park Planning Board has approved a portion of a proposal to rebuild Funtown Pier, the former iconic amusement destination destroyed by Hurricane Sandy in 2012 and…

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 Pies and The Sawmill. Both have deep…

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