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WATCH: Paddleboarder Gets Up Close With Whale In Bay Head
Hey there Rat Rock nation, this story is so unbelievable! A New Jersey paddle boarder came within feet of a whale popping up out of the water in Bay Head. His name is Frank Restivo, and he is from Ocean County. He not only told the story to Gotts, but showed him the video that Frank caught on his GoPro camera. (Keep Reading for that footage)
NJ beach weather and waves: Jersey Shore Report for Tue 8/20
MODERATE RISK OF RIP CURRENTS. Life-threatening rip currents are possible in the surf zone. 14 - 18 mph (Gust 22 mph) 12 - 16 knots (Gust 19 knots) TUE: NW winds 10 to 15 kt. Seas 3 to 4 ft. Wave Detail: N 3 ft at 4 seconds and E 3 ft at 10 seconds.
NJ losing more retailers — will there be too much empty space?
⚫ Major retailers are closing their doors in New Jersey. ⚫ Other retail establishments may not be the best choice to fill vacancies. ⚫ Businesses are trying to adapt to what consumers want today. New Jersey residents still love to spend money in person, but habits, tastes, and finances are...
Healthcare Provider Settles ADA Case Over Service Animal Access Rights
⭕ Hackensack Meridian Health refuses to allow service animal into Dr's office. ⭕ Hospital reaches settlement with U.S. Attorney. New Jersey's second largest hospital network has reached a discrimination settlement with the U.S. Attorney's Office over service animals. According to U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger...
NJ Transit providing extra discount to college students for fall semester
College student commuters looking to save some bucks on NJ Transit passes can take advantage of a fall promotion that gives them a free month of travel in addition to the discounted pass. The condition? Buy your student passes for the months of September, October and November 2024, and NJ Transit will...
The Sky Ride at Six Flags, NJ not permanently closed – Here’s the scoop
Word recently spread about a beloved ride at Six Flags Great Adventure that was going away. A ride that's been at the park since its opening day in 1974, and one with deep historical roots dating back to the New York Worlds Fair. That ride would be the Sky Way....
Cannoli’s for a Cause: Belmar’s Sweet Tradition Returns to Support Belmar Elementary School
BELMAR, NJ — The Belmar San Gennaro Festival is scheduled to return on September 7, 2024, with an exciting lineup of events celebrating Italian heritage. Among the festival’s highlights is the annual Sweet! Cannoli Eating Contest, a community favorite that promises both fun and philanthropy. The festival, running from 11 AM to 6 PM, will feature the contest at noon. Competitors eager to take on the challenge can sign up at Sweet!, located at 702 10th Ave. in Belmar, until September 5. With a $25 cash entry fee, participants will receive a sweet T-shirt, granting them a...
Not enough love for electric vehicles in NJ, poll finds
⚫ Poll respondents admit they have no plans to ever buy an EV. ⚫ There are concerns about cost, operability, and charging. ⚫ NJ has ambitious goals for an all-electric future. New Jersey envisions a time — not too far ahead — when all new cars sold are fully electric....
Ernesto-fueled rough waters prompt rescues along Jersey Shore
Despite Ernesto being more than 600 miles off the East Coast of the United States, its strength made for dangerous conditions at area beaches.In New Jersey, more than a dozen swimmers had to be rescued from the rough waters.Along the Jersey Shore, at one point, swimmers were allowed to go into the water waist-deep but that guidance was eventually lowered as tides strengthened.Some beaches apparently saw waves as high as six feet."People are swimming where we aren't, so it's going to take longer for us to respond, longer for us to even notice that you're in trouble, so always just...
Charged in NJ: Alleged ‘grandparent scam’ took millions from elders
Three men from the Dominican Republic have been extradited to the U.S. and made a court appearance in Newark to face charges related to an alleged scam that defrauded elderly Americans out of millions of dollars. The individuals are among 11 Dominican Nationals charged in a 19-count indictment out of...
South Jersey police department sets up Safe Exchange Zone to deter crime
WASHINGTON TWP. (Gloucester County) — Before a Craig’s List or Facebook Marketplace meetup, do you feel the need to recruit someone to tag along for safety? Those days are over in southern New Jersey. A Safe Exchange Zone is now available at the Washington Township Police Department in...
Melissa Gorga Made Epic Journey to Support Joe Gorga Amid His Career Moment: "Have No Fear"
Melissa Gorga continues to be her husband’s biggest cheerleader. On Saturday, August 17, The Real Housewives of New Jersey mom embarked on a nearly three-hour road trip to attend Joe Gorga’s comedy show in Atlantic City. Melissa documented her travels in an Instagram Story, which was filmed shortly after she finished a food-judging gig in Connecticut.
NJ school district delays the start of a cellphone lockup pilot program
MONTCLAIR — Students in one Essex County school district have gotten a reprieve from a cell phone ban that was expected to start on Sept. 5. In June, Montclair Public Schools announced it was partnering with Yondr, a San Francisco-based company that is known for its phone-free space lockable pouch, to implement a cell phone ban at four of its schools.
Jersey Shore, Meet The Remote-Controlled Lifeguard! [VIDEO]
While the beaches along the NJ coastline are absolutely gorgeous, they're not always the calmest of waters. It's not unusual to hear about certain summer days putting the local lifeguards to work. New Jersey's beaches present a challenging job to lifeguards that requires them to stay vigilant and handle various situations.
Are you recycling wrong? NJ county launches program for can carriers
⚫ Most are recyclable but may not be able to enter the same stream as other items. The animal-friendly carriers that attach to the top of beer and hard seltzer cans may be recyclable, but they can't always be dumped into the same container as your other plastic. So, a...
Three New Jersey Breweries Win Awards For Best Brews In the United States
For years, I have been telling people that some of the best craft beer anywhere in the United States can be found in New Jersey. Just in Cape May County, there are 11 Craft Breweries and Hammonton has three of their own too. Earlier this year, 18 Craft Brewing Companies...
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