Jersey Shore Newsroom

New Boating Regulations in New Jersey for 2024 Season TRENTON, NJ—The New Jersey State Police Marine Services Bureau has announced two significant updates to the state’s boating regulations for the …

HAMILTON TOWNSHIP, NJ — A recreational swimmer in distress received timely assistance thanks to the heroic efforts of four off-duty members of the United States Coast Guard. The incident occurred …

Fourth of July Fireworks Illuminate New Jersey’s Coast As the Fourth of July approaches, New Jersey’s coastal communities are gearing up for dazzling fireworks displays that promise to light up …

MARGATE, NJ – Margate prepares for the annual Beachstock event, slated for Saturday, June 29th, from 8:00 am to 10:00 pm, with a rain date set for June 30th. This …

ASBURY PARK, NJ – Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin announced today that Brando’s Citi Cucina, an Asbury Park restaurant, has settled a discrimination complaint with the Division on Civil Rights …

A Jersey Shore massage parlor operator is in trouble after police discovered illegal up-charged services that weren’t on the official price sheet. Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer, alongside Barnegat …

NORTH WILDWOOD, NJ – Two juvenile suspects involved in an aggravated assault at 26th & Boardwalk have been arrested following a public appeal for help by the department on social …

SEASIDE PARK, NJ—A tragic incident unfolded on a Seaside Park beach when Patrick Dispoto, a local weather enthusiast from Manchester, lost his life while attempting to warn beachgoers of an …

LAVALLETTE, NJ – Water Rescue Units responded swiftly to a distress call involving a jet skier near 115 Brooklyn Avenue on the Barnegat Bay in Lavallette on Sunday. The incident …

NORTH WILDWOOD, NJ — An alarming incident prompted the evacuation of Surfside Pier along the Wildwood boardwalk on Saturday evening. The evacuation occurred between 7 p.m. and 8 p.m., following …

The Jackson Spray Park, a popular local destination for families, officially opened its gates on May 25 for weekend access and is set to offer daily operations starting June 22. …

JERSEY SHORE, NJ—Visitors to the Jersey Shore boardwalk might enjoy the scenic ocean views and delicious snacks, but they should also be wary of the local seagulls—infamous for swooping in …

WILDWOOD, NJ – Wildwoods Restaurant Week has returned, offering a four-course dinner for $40 per person, excluding tax and gratuity. The dining event is currently underway and will continue through …

According to the American Boating Association, significant boating-related accidents and fatalities occur during major holidays, with the Fourth of July, Memorial Day, and Labor Day collectively accounting for over one-third …

THE WILDWOODS, NJ – The Sticks in the Sand Beach Hockey Tournament is making a return to The Wildwoods’ beaches on Saturday, July 13, and Sunday, July 14. This unique …

ABSECON, NJ – The Absecon Police Department has reported significant results from its zero-tolerance traffic campaign on U.S. Route 30, aimed at curbing aggressive driving. The initiative, supported by the …

ATLANTIC CITY, ASBURY PARK, AND NEWARK, NJ – The North To Shore Jersey festival, running through Friday, June 30, highlights the diverse talent and creativity of New Jersey. This month-long …

OCEAN CITY, NJ – Cape May County Prosecutor Jeffrey H. Sutherland revealed on Tuesday that Jonathan Howell, a 42-year-old from Marmora and a former Ocean City Beach Patrol member, has …

TRENTON, NJ – It’s going to be a hot weekend at the Jersey Shore, but a cool, clear blue ocean awaits millions of potential visitors from Sandy Hook to Cape …

Multiple charges have been filed against Fallan Turner, 43, of Philadelphia, PA, following a chaotic incident at a motel pool in Wildwood Crest. Police were called to the scene on …

ATLANTIC CITY, NJ – With all the news going on today about teens causing chaos at New Jersey’s boardwalks, we took a look back at some past boardwalk incidents and …

ATLANTIC CITY, NJ – The Atlantic City Police Department has arrested a juvenile who accidentally shot himself on June 16. At 7:09 p.m., officers responded to a report of a …

Visitors and locals notice the bright blue hue of the Atlantic Ocean in 2024. Here’s why the ocean is so blue this year. NEW JERSEY – The Jersey Shore is …

ABSECON, NJ — On Thursday night, shortly before 10:30 PM, Absecon Police Department officers were dispatched to a motel corridor along US Route 30 following reports of gunshots. At the …

WILDWOOD, NJ — In response to chaotic scenes over Memorial Day weekend, the City of Wildwood has enacted an immediate ban on backpacks and other large bags on its boardwalks …