beaches

Excessive bacteria in the lake in Ocean County Park in Lakewood leads to the decision to close it for swimming by Ocean County health officials, who are keeping swim advisories in effect at several ocean, bay, river and creek spots.

Back in the Spring I talked about how we have a number of great options for family beach destinations here in Ocean County. But today, one New Jersey reporter is slamming Point Pleasant Beach.

No, it's not our favorite great white shark Mary Lee, but a sighting out of a Shore area beach got the attention of local police and lifeguards.

I am getting eaten alive right now.

A series of open houses are being held this month — including at Monmouth University on Thursday.

Water quality issues prompt Ocean County Health Department officials to issue swim advisories for bay and river beaches in Brick, Island Heights, Stafford, Beachwood and Seaside Park.

One of the most iconic things, I would say on the East Coast, is the Jersey Shore. While it was plagued for a very long time by misinformed media when a popular television show came to town and messed with our image, the Jersey Shore remains a popular destination for tourists - or bennies...

Need a perfect beach playlist? Don't worry, we've got you covered.

With Memorial Day Weekend firmly in our rear view mirrors, we're taking stock of how our beaches and boardwalks were treated this past weekend. With an eye toward the rest of the summer beach season, here are my top 5 beach etiquette suggestions for visitors...

When planning a day at an Ocean County beach, there are a few vitally important things to consider - which beach you'll spend the day at, how you're going to get there (and avoid the worst of the traffic), and what you're going to bring.