New Jersey Officials Issue Urgent Warning of Toxic Algae Swimming Areas
The New Jersey Department of Health is urging the public to be cautious of harmful algae blooms, or HABs, in some swimming areas.
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WARNING: Watch Out for Black Bears in New Jersey – Officials Caution Residents
New Jersey officials are warning residents to be aware of black bears this spring as they emerge from hibernation.
Railway Operator Must Pay for Sparking Winslow, NJ Wildfire, Say Officials
A wildfire that broke out in Winslow, New Jersey was the result of a passing train. Now, officials say the railway company responsible must pay for the response.
There Are Absolutely No Poisonous Snakes in New Jersey
Exploring Nature: Learn About the Venomous Snakes of New Jersey - Stay Informed!
New Jersey's Bermuda Triangle
There is a body of water right here in the Garden State that is connected to so many mysterious stories or people vanishing that it’s known as the Bermuda Triangle of New Jersey.
More than 100 bears killed on day one of NJ hunt
Hunters are on pace for a record year as New Jersey's black bear hunt resumes.
NJ heads deeper into drought – water conservation urged
Water conservation measures are voluntary - for now - but without drenching rains, mandatory restrictions are likely
NJ bear hunt – how to comment before the vote
Public comment before a vote on a new bear hunt in NJ will only be taken in-person
You can help analyze NJ coastal flooding (and maybe win a prize!)
To promote the MyCoast portal, anyone who submits a coastal flooding picture through the tool's website or app by Saturday could eventually win some swag.
Safe to swim? Elevated bacteria levels at NJ beaches not unusual after heavy rain
More of a problem in back bays and rivers. But state officials point out that beaches remain open more than 99 percent of the time.