Thanksgiving 2016

We are now officially only a week away from Thanksgiving, so now is the perfect time for some safety reminders courtesy of the Toms River Bureau of Fire Prevention.

The New York Police Department is ensuring those planning to attend the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade in person that they will be kept safe, even as the Islamic State made reference to the holiday event in a propaganda magazine.

As the heart of the holiday shopping season is about to rear its head with some stores pushing their Black Friday hours all the way into Thanksgiving Day, there are a number of national retailers with locations in Ocean County who have vowed to stay shuttered on Thanksgiving to allow their employees to spend the day with family.

Preparations are underway for Macy's 90th annual parade. Check out some photos of the floats, balloons and clowns that will be part of next week's historic event.

There's no denying it any longer, it is indeed the holiday season in Ocean County. With two weeks to go until Thanksgiving, many will turn their eyes to Christmas next. Or maybe you already have.

As we wave a fond farewell to Halloween, we have firmly entered the holiday season here at the Jersey Shore. And with half a dozen celebrations coming up in the next few weeks, here are some handy countdown clocks to keep you up to date!