Pleasantville man sentenced to 3 years for gas station and tobacco store burglaries
A 21-year-old Pleasantville man has been sentenced to three years in state prison after pleading guilty to two burglary incidents in Absecon and Galloway Township, the Atlantic County Prosecutor’s Office announced. Laqua…
Did You Lose an Iguana? Because the Cops Just Found One
ABSECON, NJ – An adventurous iguana took a detour on Upland Avenue, leaving residents and the Absecon Police Department scratching their heads. If your pet iguana is missing from its terrarium and…
The Best Barbecue Spots at the New Jersey Shore Await You
TOMS RIVER, NJ – Barbecue, often abbreviated as BBQ, has a rich and complex history in the United States. The practice of slow-cooking meat over a wood fire has its roots in…
Freehold Raceway Mall to Transform into Massive Lighted Dinosaur-Themed Festival
FREEHOLD, NJ – The LuminoCity Festival, known for transforming spaces into magical realms of light and color, has introduced a dinosaur-themed event at the Freehold Raceway Mall. The festival, which runs from…
Why Wildwood Beaches Are So Much Wider than the Rest of New Jersey
When it comes to beaches in New Jersey, Wildwood stands out for one particular reason—its incredible width. While many East Coast beaches are losing their shoreline to erosion, Wildwood’s beaches are expansive…
CEO of New Jersey’s Offshore Wind Farm Just Delivered Bad News for Governor Phil Murphy
NEW YORK, NY – Ors Nipper, CEO of Danish offshore wind energy company Orsted, announced troubling developments for the renewable energy sector, particularly affecting New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy’s wind energy plans.…
Fall is the Best Time to Go Surf Fishing at the New Jersey Shore
It’s locals summer at the New Jersey shore and that means it’s time to get your fishing game in high gear. No longer will crowds of tourists overrun your favorite fishing spot…
Toms River Police Chief Said Ocean Swimmers Violating Emergency Orders Will Be Charged
TOMS RIVER, NJ – Chief Mitchell Little, the Office of Emergency Management Coordinator for the Toms River Police, has declared an emergency in preparation for this weekend’s anticipated storm. While beaches will…
Wind Farms and Whale Deaths A Far Right Conspiracy Shore Dem Says
MONMOUTH BEACH, NJ – New Jersey Democratic Senator Vin Gopal, a prominent supporter of Governor Phil Murphy’s plan to establish wind turbines from Cape May to Sandy Hook, has dismissed claims that…
Two Boaters Rescued After Crashing into Rocks at Manasquan Inlet
POINT PLEASANT BEACH, NJ – A boat with at least three passengers sunk after it crashed into the rocks on the jetty along the Manasquan Inlet Thursday night, according to Coast Guard…
Some Point Pleasant Beach Access Shut Down for the Season Amid Drowning Lawsuit
POINT PLEASANT BEACH, NJ – Following a drowning event in the off-season and an ensuing legal action, Jenkinson’s has opted to shut down all of its beaches and access points for the…
Police Searching for “Armed and Dangerous” Fugitive Wanted for Stabbing
WILDWOOD, NJ – Wildwood Police responded to a stabbing at 100 West Poplar Avenue on Sunday evening, finding the female victim two blocks away with multiple puncture wounds to her upper body.…
Seaside Heights Giving Tickets for Going in the Ocean This Week
SEASIDE HEIGHTS, NJ – With Hurricane Lee moving northbound and causing high surf and dangerous rip currents, Seaside Heights Mayor Anthony Vaz has issued a stern warning: enter the ocean at your…
Great Rooftop and Ocean View Dining Spots at the New Jersey Shore
SEASIDE HEIGHTS, NJ – It’s not too late to get your ‘shore’ on at the Jersey Shore. Fall brings a different kind of Jersey Shore experience than in the summer. For instance,…
Six Arrested During Protest at Wind Farm Utility Survey Site in Ocean City
OCEAN CITY, NJ – Onshore testing for New Jersey’s inaugural offshore wind energy project moved forward without delay on Tuesday, even as police arrested six individuals for interfering with the operations. The…
New NJSP Tuckerton Station Dedicated to Late Detective
TUCKERTON, NJ – The New Jersey State Police have dedicated the new NJSP Tuckerton Station to the memory of Detective Sergeant James G. Hoopes, badge number 5712. The ceremony was attended by…
New Jersey’s Blue Crab Record Mired in Controversy, Here’s Why
CAPE MAY, NJ – Usually when I go crabbing, I end up throwing most of them back because they’re not big enough. Maybe it’s just me or maybe it’s just the way…
Toms River Beaches to Have Lifeguards This Weekend, No Badges Required
TOMS RIVER, NJ – Ortley Beach will staff lifeguards for the upcoming weekend, making beach access safer for visitors. Lifeguards are scheduled to be on duty this Saturday, September 9, and Sunday,…
New Jersey-Based Playa Bowls Rolls Out Fall Pumpkin Spice Offerings
BELMAR, NJ – Playa Bowls announces its limited-time fall specials, available from September 5 through November 14, featuring apple and pumpkin-themed offerings. The new menu includes Apple Turn Up Acai Bowl, Jack-O’-Lantern…
New Jersey Reports Drownings at the Shore Over Labor Day Weekend
Riptides and strong ocean currents were responsible for multiple rescues over Labor Day weekend. One person has been confirmed dead and one missing as a result of rough surf at the Jersey…
A Look Back at New Jersey’s Five Worst Hurricanes
New Jersey has had its fair share of devastating hurricanes. While it may not be the first state that comes to mind when thinking of hurricane-prone areas, its coastal regions and close…