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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.They said it could take several hours, but many of the delays cleared up late Tuesday.Officials with the New Jersey Turnpike Authority said the GSP was repaired and reopened by 10 p.m.----------* 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.
In Port Richmond, Staten Island, residents gathered to protest migrants being housed in their neighborhoods. The rally, led by Scott LoBaido and Curtis Sliwa, highlighted frustrations and concerns over this decision. Counter-protesters supporting the move assembled across the street, showing a divided community sentiment. Video courtesy of @leeroypress on X.
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...
Mike Arnone, seven-term assemblyman, dies at 91
Dr. Michael J. Arnone, an affable dentist from Red Bank who served more than fourteen years as a Republican assemblyman from Monmouth County, died on July 1. He was 91. Arnone chaired the Assembly Local Government and Housing Committee. He played a role in rolling back Gov. Jim Florio’s $2.8 billion tax increase after the GOP took control of the legislature in 1991, advocated for consolidated municipal services for small towns, and pushed for a constitutional amendment to permit a two-tiered property tax rate in urban areas. He was a staunch supporter of Monmouth County’s horse racing industry. He was a sponsor of Megan’s Law.
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.
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.
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.
Spectacular Fireworks Light Up Asbury Park Beach
ASBURY PARK, NJ – The weather for the fireworks display on the beach in Asbury Park could not have been better on Wednesday night. On a cool night in the beginning of July, the most comfortable outfit seemed to be a hoodie sweatshirt paired with shorts and flip-flops. Families packed the boardwalk while over a dozen boats sat just off the beach, watching the fireworks that started promptly at 9:00 PM. Businesses along the boardwalk were jammed with customers in places like The Break and Low Dive, along with other establishments like Coney Waffle. The fireworks display,...
LaReine property to be sold at open public auction
BRADLEY BEACH — Signs posted throughout town called for the Bradley Beach borough council to “Keep The Promise, Sell The Church,” and in a 4-0-1 vote, the council voted to do just that, passing a resolution to authorize the sale of the 317-319 LaReine Ave. property at their June 26 meeting.
NJ101.5 listeners have voted for the best ‘dive’ bar in NJ
Thousands of votes came pouring in on Friday and through the weekend after we announced the finalists in the four-region contest to find the best Jersey dive bar. We ended up with five finalists because of a rare tie in Central Jersey between Ellery's in Middlesex Boro. and Lagoda's Saloon...
Atlantic Shores South wind project approved off NJ
A second phase of the Atlantic Shores wind energy project won a major federal approval Tuesday, advancing plans for 200 wind turbines within sight of New Jersey beach resorts. The Atlantic Shores South project between Long Beach Island and Atlantic City would include 10 offshore substations and export cables bringing power to landfalls at Atlantic City and Sea Girt to the north in Monmouth County, N.J.
Lawmakers look for new ways to handle unruly crowds, public brawls
Lawmakers introduced a package of public safety bills after police say a community event in South Jersey devolved into chaos. The post Lawmakers look for new ways to handle unruly crowds, public brawls appeared first on New Jersey Monitor.
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...
Frank LaRocca sees the law from both sides of the bench
Like many lawyers, Frank LaRocca can say he knows the law inside and out. But unlike most, the Freehold-based family law attorney views it through a unique perspective, also serving as a municipal judge for the town of Keyport. But LaRocca approaches both sets of responsibilities with the same thoughtful...
Fourth of July fireworks and more things to do this weekend at the Jersey Shore
If there's one thing Americans can agree on, it's fireworks. We love the colors as they light up the sky, the spectacle, the oohs and aahs from the masses of people around us. At the Shore, there are lots of places to see fireworks for the Fourth of July. Some have festivals featuring music, food and children's activities. Here's a look at when and where to see fireworks by town and by date.
NYC clears 220 tons of trash from this debris-ridden Staten Island location
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — It took 20 days and the removal of 220 tons of trash, but New York City finally delivered for a North Shore community. The Port Richmond North Shore Alliance civic group pushed for years to get the old North Shore Branch of the Staten Island Railroad, controlled by the New York City Economic Development Corporation (NYCEDC), cleaned up, but their calls fell on deaf ears.
Heavy congestion on Staten Island Expressway; backed up from Verrazzano to Goethals
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Traffic is still backed up on the Staten Island Expressway as of late Tuesday afternoon. According to the Google traffic map and traffic cameras, there is heavy volume extending the length of the expressway from the Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge to the Goethals Bridge. Much of the...
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