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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.
Five Jersey Shore beaches under fecal bacteria advisories on Tuesday, July 2
Five Jersey Shore beaches are under advisories for high levels of fecal bacterial on Tuesday, July 2, according to the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection. Fecal bacteria, or enterococci, is common in the excrement and intestines of animals, and was found in high levels in water samples collected at each of the five beaches on July 1. The bacteria is used as an indicator species to signify the likelihood that other illness-causing microbes, viruses or parasites are present in water.
Belmar Housing Authority – July 1, 2024
Thanks to everyone who attended the meeting. It was standing room only. Majority of attendees were Belmar residents including former Mayor Ken Pringle. Thank you for voicing your concerns. I am hoping the commissioners vote no on affordable housing at BHA. A FAQ sheet printed up on Belmar official letterhead...
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...
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.
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.
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...
Heatwave Highlights Ocean County’s Homeless Crisis
TOMS RIVER – As Ocean County sweltered in a heat wave, the plight of the county’s homeless population remains a “hot” topic of concern. While many residents seek relief in air-conditioned homes, others struggle to find shelter from the brutal sun. The Toms River Housing and Homeless Coalition, a collaborative group of faith-based The post Heatwave Highlights Ocean County’s Homeless Crisis appeared first on Jersey Shore Online.
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...
Wall Fair a success despite one-day washout
WALL TOWNSHIP — As the threat of thunderstorms loomed over the area this past weekend, Wall Township responded with another successful rendition of its annual fair, wrapped up by a bright fireworks display on Monday night. Droves of people packed into the community park section of the municipal complex at the corner of Allaire and Bailey’s Corner roads, indulging in an array of activities that involved knickknack-prized games, tattoos, face painting and clothing for all sizes.
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...
Toms River OKs first synagogue under rules brought about by federal government pressure
TOMS RIVER - The first new Orthodox Jewish synagogue, or shul, in Toms River has been approved by the township's Board of Adjustment, which voted last week to legitimize the operations of Khal Bnei Yisuschur in North Dover. This is the first shul to be approved in Toms River since...
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.
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...
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.
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