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New Jersey environmental group plucks 'bizarre' finds from state beach shores

April 5, 2024

New Jersey environmental group plucks 'bizarre' finds from state beach shores

An environmental group has released a report detailing the bizarre items found on New Jersey's beaches last year. Hundreds of volunteers help to clean the beaches.

New Jersey denies beach town's request to build erosion protection structure

February 1, 2024

New Jersey denies beach town's request to build erosion protection structure

The state of New Jersey has refused permission for North Wildwood, a shore town whose sand dunes have been significantly eroded by storms, to build a bulkhead to protect itself.

Jersey Shore town's beaches threatened as winter storm devastates sand dunes

January 25, 2024

Jersey Shore town's beaches threatened as winter storm devastates sand dunes

A New Jersey shore town is facing increased vulnerability due to a winter storm that destroyed part of its sand dunes, leaving the town exposed to the ocean.

Video shows moment US Marine saves Jersey Shore swimmer from deadly rip current

September 6, 2023

Video shows moment US Marine saves Jersey Shore swimmer from deadly rip current

A U.S. Marine veteran rescued a swimmer in distress at Long Beach Island, New Jersey, as deadly rip currents hit beaches up and down the East Coast over Labor Day weekend.

Decriminalization of marijuana use has unintended effect on Jersey Shore towns

June 30, 2023

Decriminalization of marijuana use has unintended effect on Jersey Shore towns

The decriminalization of marijuana in New Jersey has had an unintended effect on beach towns. Large groups of teens use the substance on beaches with little fear of getting in trouble.

Coconuts being incorporated into shoreline protection projects across the world

March 13, 2023

Coconuts being incorporated into shoreline protection projects across the world

Shoreline protection projects across the world are using strands of coconut husk to preserve beaches. The coconuts are being used as a part of "living shorelines."

Jersey Shore Christian festival gears up to share Gospel message with thousands of people this summer

March 5, 2023

Jersey Shore Christian festival gears up to share Gospel message with thousands of people this summer

Thousands of people have flocked to the Jersey Shore each summer for nearly two decades to attend the annual Bridgefest celebration.

New Jersey lawmakers weigh smoking ban for Atlantic City casinos

February 1, 2023

New Jersey lawmakers weigh smoking ban for Atlantic City casinos

New Jersey lawmakers are set to discuss a potential ban on smoking in Atlantic City casinos, with Democratic Gov. Phil Murphy promising to sign the bill if it passes the Legislature.

New Jersey shore town can sue for $21M worth of dune costs, judge rules

February 1, 2023

New Jersey shore town can sue for $21M worth of dune costs, judge rules

A judge ruled that the town of North Wildwood, New Jersey, is entitled to sue the state to recover $21 million spent on dune construction.

'Jersey Shore' star 'The Situation' had to 'force accountability' after prison, credits sobriety for success

January 26, 2023

'Jersey Shore' star 'The Situation' had to 'force accountability' after prison, credits sobriety for success

Mike "The Situation" Sorrentino said his positivity helped change the negative narrative after prison. He found fame on the "Jersey Shore" nearly 15 years ago.