Asbury Park
GOVERNMENT
Garden State Parkway backed up for 15 miles after portion buckles in New Jersey
A portion of the Garden State Parkway in New Jersey buckled Tuesday night, forcing emergency repairs that led to major delays.Officials say a "pavement heave" occurred in the southbound lanes in Toms River, causing southbound traffic to be backed up for up to 15 miles in Ocean and Monmouth counties.Heaving happens when moisture trapped under asphalt is subjected to extreme temperatures.Officials say the right southbound lane will stay closed until repairs are completed.They said it could take several hours, but many of the delays cleared up late Tuesday.----------* Get Eyewitness News Delivered* More New Jersey news* Send us a news tip* Download the abc7NY app for breaking news alerts* Follow us on YouTubeSubmit a tip or story idea to Eyewitness NewsHave a breaking news tip or an idea for a story we should cover? Send it to Eyewitness News using the form below. If attaching a video or photo, terms of use apply.
Thunderstorms with damaging winds in Monmouth County Sunday
On Sunday at 5:20 p.m. the National Weather Service issued a severe thunderstorm warning in effect until 5:45 p.m. for Monmouth County. Residents should prepare for wind gusts of up to 60 mph. "At 5:20 p.m., a severe thunderstorm was located near Sandy Hook, moving east at 35 mph," according...
Controversial N.J. school accused of using taxpayer cash to fund family business must be investigated, lawmakers say
A pair of top state lawmakers and a state education advocacy group issued vigorous calls Monday for a statewide investigation into the College Achieve Public Schools (CAPS) network, following an investigation by NJ Advance Media last week that revealed top officials at College Achieve Asbury Park have used a family business to produce thousands of dollars of apparel for the school.
Asbury Park OKs 130 apartments, but neighbors fear traffic will be a nightmare
ASBURY PARK - The City Council approved a redevelopment plan to construct a five-story residential building consisting of 130 apartments, 20% of which would be set aside for affordable housing, as well as ground-floor commercial space on a vacant piece of property between Fourth and Fifth avenues on Memorial Drive. The adoption came...
In Asbury Park 126-Unit Memorial Drive Project Raises Concerns
A view of the currently vacant site of the 1201 Memorial Drive apartment building proposed in Asbury Park. A proposal for a Memorial Drive apartment building, which includes a percentage of affordable housing units, is now one step closer to reality after action by the Asbury Park City Council. The...
A rise in traffic deaths leads to more DWI checkpoints in 2 NJ counties
More DWI checkpoints are scheduled in New Jersey this week in an effort to address public safety. Traffic deaths in New Jersey are on the rise, according to Holmdel Township Police Department Patrolman Matthew Menosky, which is pushing this week’s checkpoint enforcements in Monmouth County. Menosky shared in a...
NJ governor’s hometown left holding bill for $3.7M Biden fundraiser
MIDDLETOWN — The mayor says this township is on the hook for nearly $24,000 after providing extra protection Saturday night for President Joe Biden’s fundraising event at Gov. Phil Murphy’s home. Biden landed at the Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst late Saturday afternoon and flew Marine One to the...
NJ shore town enforcing huge fine for parents of uncooperative teens
POINT PLEASANT BEACH — This Ocean County borough is taking its 10 p.m. curfew seriously, starting now. Ahead of July 4, the Point Pleasant Beach Police Department is warning residents on Facebook that it'll be enforcing several ordinances regarding the "ongoing issue of unaccompanied juveniles in town." And it's...
It was 54 years ago when music saved Asbury Park
It has been said that music can be a cure-all for many things — a respite from a difficult day, a bad break up or just a conduit to chill out. Never was music so important and instrumental in helping an entire community rise from the ashes of what would be one of the worst moments in New Jersey history.
Groovy Playground Closed Amid Dispute
OCEAN GROVE - As of today, a sign hanging on the gate of the playground called Groovy Playground on the west side of Fletcher Lake states "CLOSED As per Neptune Township, they are no longer responsible for maintaining the Childrens Playground park. In the absence of an agreement with the Township, OCGMA (sic) has closed this area until further notice." According to Monmouth County tax data, this parcel of land, identified as Block 101/Lot 9, on which the playground is located, is property owned by Ocean Grove Camp Meeting Association. This property is valued at $891,400 and last year, OGCMA paid $16,353.41 in taxes for this parcel. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER According to the Township, no agreement making the Township responsible for Groovy Park exists at this time, and they have been advised against maintaining any parts of privately owned property. The Township is responsible for the following parks in town: Founders, Firemans, Greenleaf, Amanda Berry Smith (formerly Boswell) and the property bordering Wesley Lake. TAPinto Neptune has reached out to OCGMA for comment and this article will be updated if a response is received. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Best Waterfront Dining Chosen by You in Ocean and Monmouth Counties
So this is a labor of love especially since we are in the midst of summer and true outdoor dining prime time. We are blessed here at the Jersey Shore with some of the best waterfront dining anywhere in America. There is nothing better than having a meal here on the Jersey Shore overlooking our beautiful waters and having a delicious meal. The view and the taste are incredible and we have some fantastic choices. I decided to find out the best waterfront options here at the Shore from the people who know best, you at home. I asked you to recommend the best waterfront dining restaurants and you came through big time with fantastic locations.
Monmouth County Fair will pop up in Freehold in late July
FREEHOLD TOWNSHIP — The 49th annual Monmouth County Fair has a date and a location. Rides, music, and food are scheduled to take over the East Freehold Showgrounds for five days later this month. There is a general admission charge to enter the venue, for adults and older kids.
Neptune Fourth of July Parade Set for 7/6/24
OCEAN GROVE - The 2024 Neptune Township 4th of July parade will be held on Saturday, 7/6/24 from 10:30 AM to 12:00 PM in Ocean Grove. The annual parade, which has been called "the best Fourth of July on the Jersey Shore," will be held rain or shine. The parade kicks off at Stockton and Pilgrim Pathway and ends at Broadway and Ocean.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER All parade participants will need to check in beginning at 8:00 AM at the intersection of Broadway and Central and will be assigned to their respective...
Experience The Magic: July 4th Fireworks At the Jersey Shore
Summertime at the Jersey Shore is the best and it's when we say, "Happy Birthday to America." From swimming in the ocean, sun-kissed skin after a day in the sun, boardwalk pizza, and a little jacket for night time festivities at the Jersey Shore, nothing beats it. What am I...
Say bonjour to C'est Cheese, a new cheese shop opening in Asbury Park
In a city filled with foods of all kinds, Asbury Park has been missing one thing: a cheese shop. With C'est Cheese, Tina Haskopoulos and her mother, Eileen, will change that. They are converting the former Magnolia Jewelry store on Summerfield Avenue into a shop carrying more than 70 varieties of cheese from America and abroad.
Neptune Township Closures, 7/4 and 7/5
NEPTUNE TOWNSHIP - Neptune Public Works will be closed on Thursday, 7/4/24 and Friday, 7/5/24 in observance of Independence Day. As a result, garbage zones C and D, and recycling zones C1, D1, adn OG will be collected on Wednesday 7/3/24. For residents in Ocean Grove, there will be no garbage pickup on Thursday and Friday and the schedule will resume on your next scheduled pickup day. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER The Neptune Recycling Center is closed on 7/4/24 and will be open on 7/5/24 from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Welcome to NewsBreak, an open platform where diverse perspectives converge. Most of our content comes from established publications and journalists, as well as from our extensive network of tens of thousands of creators who contribute to our platform. We empower individuals to share insightful viewpoints through short posts and comments. It’s essential to note our commitment to transparency: our Terms of Use acknowledge that our services may not always be error-free, and our Community Standards emphasize our discretion in enforcing policies. We strive to foster a dynamic environment for free expression and robust discourse through safety guardrails of human and AI moderation. Join us in shaping the news narrative together.