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Here are the chances that a shark will actually attack in NJ
Given the amount of whale and dolphin deaths off the Jersey Shore in recent months, it's a fair question to at least contemplate whether any sharks may come to our coastline.
New Jersey horse is put down after contracting equine herpes
An 8-year old gelding horse in New Jersey has been euthanized after contracting equine herpes.
Drivers should expect delays as bridge work in Keyport occurs
There's good news for drivers who head through the Keyport area in Monmouth County as repairs to the Broadway Avenue bridge have taken the next step forward.
Chicago man arrested in NJ DWI with stolen gun from Alabama
Lakehurst Police said they arrested a Chicago man who was driving under the influence of alcohol and allegedly in possession of a stolen gun out of Alabama.
New York Yankees legend to speak at special event in Asbury Park
The New York Yankees legend and a huge part of the late 90's dynasty teams and nicknamed "The Warrior" by the late George Steinbrenner is coming to the Jersey Shore for a must see event.
Berkeley Twp Council unanimously opposes parkway toll increases
Many local leaders in Ocean County alone have spoken out on and against the continued rise in toll hikes over the last couple of years.
CFO for New Jersey based company embezzles six figures
A former CFO for a Matawan based financial services technology company who admitted to embezzling hundreds of thousands of dollars has been sentenced.
You should follow these important tips to guard against mosquitos
You don't have to quite batten down the hatches with the warm weather here and mosquitoes, ticks, and other insects and bugs settling in around here, but, there are some things you can do to stay protected from them.
For a safe summer, follow this advice from Barnegat Police Chief
For the summer season quickly approaching, it's important to do the right thing, make good decisions and be safe and responsible.
The beauty of LBI and Southern Ocean County await you this summer
Why wait for summer to go exploring and have some fun along Long Beach Island or another part of southern Ocean County?