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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...
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.
Uncontained fire in Wharton State Forest, just south of Ocean County NJ, burning
A wildfire has so far consumed about 100 acres of Wharton State Forest in Tabernacle in Burlington County, just south of Ocean County, the New Jersey Forest Fire Service said. The Tea Time Hill Wildfire is at Batona Campground and Apple Pie Hill in the state forest. Wharton State Forest...
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...
Marucci Park phase three plans presented at Spring Lake council
SPRING LAKE — As construction on phase two of the Marucci Park project nears its start, Spring Lake is in the process of trying to secure grant funding for the next stage of that project, phase three, which is expected to begin construction in 2025. Matthew Mariano of (Avakian Inc.) gave a presentation at the June 25 mayor and council meeting outlining what the project has looked and will look like leading up to phase three, what that phase aims to accomplish and what would be needed.
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...
A New Ice Cream Shop Opening in New Jersey
There's nothing better on a warm summer night than going out for ice cream with the family. Those are some of my favorite summertime memories. Even with the line wrapped around the corner, you'll wait because it's time spent together and you know the ice cream will be worth the wait.
Toms River school board must decide big cuts — teachers, sports, activities on the line
TOMS RIVER - The Toms River Regional school board will hold a special meeting at 5:30 p.m. July 3 to vote on an tentative 2024-2025 budget made more complicated by a loss of state education aid. Superintendent Mike Citta said the meeting was scheduled for July 3 because New Jersey requires that school budgets be submitted to the county superintendent's office by July 5. The meeting will be held at the auditorium in Toms River High School...
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.
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.
Belmar Independence Day show to light up the night July 6
BELMAR — The community is welcomed to join together this weekend for the third annual Independence Day Show. The holiday celebration, presented by Raising4 Inc. and the Borough of Belmar, will light up the night with a free concert, computerized light show and fireworks display on Saturday, July 6. The show will start with a pre-show concert at 8:30 p.m.
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.
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.
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,...
Neptune Township to Host Annual 'Touch a Truck' Community Event
NEPTUNE TOWNSHIP, NJ — Neptune Township will host its annual ‘Touch a Truck’ community event on Wednesday, July 10, from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Bring the whole family to check out emergency and specialty vehicles from the Neptune Police Department, Neptune Fire, Neptune Township EMS, Neptune Township Office of Emergency Management, Neptune Public Works, New Jersey State Police, and much more! Additionally, in partnership with the NTPD and Hackensack Meridian Health, child car seat installations and inspections will be provided free of charge. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Brick Summerfest Begins July 4 With Concert, Fireworks; Shuttle Buses Will Be Running
Brick’s annual Summerfest celebration begins on Thursday – Independence Day in 2024 – with plenty of food, friends, and fireworks to enjoy. Summerfest begins at 6:30 p.m. at Windward Beach Park off Princeton Avenue, with a performance by Super Trans Am, which performs pop and classic rock hits from the 1970s as a “tribute to the decade.” The concert, as usual, is followed by fireworks which can be seen from the park and beach, as well as from boats in the Metedeconk River.
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