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Names of the Five Mantoloking Residents Holding Up Rebuild and Recovery [OPINION]

Matt Ryan — Wed, 12 Jun 2013 21:47:18 +0000

Mantoloking was one of the hardest hit areas when Sandy slammed the Jersey Shore. Plans for restoration are in the works and nearly ready to begin, but five residents are holding up progress for the entire town. Teixiera, Walsh, Maltese, Hartzband and Roberts/Gusmer. These are the five families out of 128 who will not sign [...]

Mystery Beach Proposal Photo Couple Identified

Laurie Cataldo — Tue, 04 Jun 2013 15:35:50 +0000

A couple of weeks ago we posted a photo of a couple spotted mid-proposal on the beach, hoping to find them so they could see the photo of their special moment.

You guys spread the word, and we found them!

Spraying Skunk on the Beach Prank [VIDEO]

Matt Ryan — Tue, 04 Jun 2013 09:00:03 +0000

You’re enjoying a quiet day at the beach and along comes…a skunk! What would your reaction be? Probably be very similar to those caught in this video prank. What would you do to this guy if he pulled this prank on you? Tell us in the comment section below!

Jersey Shore Whale and Dolphin Spottings this Weekend [PHOTOS]

Matt Ryan — Mon, 03 Jun 2013 08:12:17 +0000

It’s post-Memorial Day weekend, couple that with the hot weather, and summer is here at the Jersey Shore! Already we are seeing some pretty amazing whale and dolphin sightings. This whale was spotted off Brick Beach III. A variety of whales have a habitat off the New Jersey coast, according to the Conserve Wildlife Foundation [...]

Can You Identify This Couple Spotted Mid-Proposal on the Beach?

Laurie Cataldo — Wed, 22 May 2013 18:22:29 +0000

Imagine you’re out on the beach and you spot a couple getting engaged not too far from you. You snap a photo of the romantic moment…and realize later that the couple would probably love to see the photo. But who are they? Well…no one seems to know, but maybe you do! A Jersey Shore Reddit [...]

Jet Star Roller Coaster Dismantled in Two Minute Time Lapse Video

Matt Ryan — Wed, 15 May 2013 20:41:57 +0000

The leftovers of the Jet Star rollercoaster became a symbol of Sandy’s distruction. Just a week before the unofficial start of summer at the Jersey Shore, the monstosity comes down. Real time cameras have been locked on the construction from the start. In this amazing video, you see 21 hours of work by a giant crane [...]

Secret Beach At The Jersey Shore

Matt Ryan — Mon, 13 May 2013 22:11:15 +0000

With our beaches weeks away from being overrun, I caught word of a “secret beach” not too many in Monmouth and Ocean counties are aware of…until now.It may be a bit of a hike down the GSP for those of us in Monmouth county. It’s a quick trip for Ocean county residents. Have you heard [...]

Sandy Hook Set to Reopen May 1st

Matt Ryan — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 21:14:50 +0000

Gateway National Recreation Area will reopen the Sandy Hook Unit to the public for the first time since Hurricane Sandy beginning Wednesday, May 1. A ceremony at 10 A.M. will mark the reopening. Sandy Hook Unit Coordinator Pet McCarthy said: Employees and volunteers have literally dug out beach centers and parking logs, and pumped [...]

5 Really Cool Jersey Shore Beach Computer Backgrounds [PHOTOS]

Matt Ryan — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 09:31:17 +0000

With the cold weather lately, it’s been hard to keep in mind that Memorial Day and another Jersey Shore summer will be here before we know it. And since most of us spend most of our days in front of a computer screen, why not make the view as pleasant as possible? To save, right [...]

Tanning Mom Meltdown – Poses Nude on NJ Beach [PHOTOS]

Matt Ryan — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 22:45:36 +0000

Patricia Krentcil, aka, “Tanning Mom” is in the headlines again. Her behavior isn’t as extreme as bringing a 5 year old into a tanning booth, but it’s more than any of us want to see. Due to Tanning Mom’s recent actions, she’s been banned from many area tanning salons. This has forced her to soak [...]

Seaside Heights Beach Cam – Watch the Rebuild in Real Time [VIDEO]

Matt Ryan — Tue, 09 Apr 2013 23:38:21 +0000

The restoration of the Seaside Heights boardwalk is moving at lightning speed, and now we can watch in real time with sound! I’ll admit, this cam is very addicting. It’s one of those windows on your computer that you’ll keep open and minimize when you have to do something, or when the boss is around. [...]

Spring Ahead Has Never Been More Meaningful Than This One

Lou Russo — Fri, 08 Mar 2013 11:58:10 +0000

Early Sunday morning we’ll spring ahead and the Jersey Shore’s best time of year will get underway. We’ve never needed the flowers of spring or the warmth of the summer more than this year. Spinging ahead this year is more meaningful than ever. This is a very important spring and summer at the Jersey Shore, and [...]

Photo and Video of Baby Seal on Belmar Beach

Matt Ryan — Mon, 25 Feb 2013 21:04:54 +0000

Sunday was a good day to take it easy on the beach in Belmar; at least for this baby seal. Michelle Ford of Wall Township snapped an amazing shot and recorded footage on her phone. According to NOAA Fisheries: Seals haul out on land for rest, thermal regulation, social interaction, and to give birth. Seals [...]

Will Belmar Raise Beach Fees to Help With Storm Repairs?

Matt Ryan — Fri, 04 Jan 2013 01:03:36 +0000

Belmar has been discussing the option of jacking up the price to get on the beach to aid in the cost of restoration from Hurricane Sandy. The town has made their final decision.

An Amazing Superstorm Sandy Lost and Found Story

Matt Ryan — Tue, 13 Nov 2012 00:41:32 +0000

Yesterday was Veteran’s Day and we would once again like to salute and give thanks to the brave men and women who served our country and, in some cases, gave the ultimate sacrifice. The timing of this story is mind blowing and unlike other Sandy stories, this one has a happy ending. Carl Beams, like [...]

Remembering the Shore – 10 Compelling Photos

Matt Ryan — Mon, 05 Nov 2012 03:38:02 +0000

We have been inundated by the images of destruction left behind by Sandy. The sights are sobering, shocking and quite frankly, depressing. In a time like this, positive thinking is key. Instead of sharing the shots of devastation, share this collection with your friends and family. Let's remember the Jersey Shore and look forward to the Jersey Shore that will be rebuilt in the future.

Belmar Kids Get Creative With the Wind [VIDEO]

Matt Ryan — Wed, 19 Sep 2012 05:52:44 +0000

Heavy winds reeked havoc for many at the Shore yesterday, but these Belmar Kids made the best out it!

How to Build a Beach Bonfire

Matt Ryan — Tue, 18 Sep 2012 01:13:17 +0000

We are getting into prime beach bonfire season. Here are simple directions to get one going in no time. Remember to always check beach regulations to see if bonfires are permissible. Gather Material Gather material for your fire, stick to dried wood or pieces of old crates; but make sure the crates weren't [...]

Swimming Without a Lifeguard Should Be Against the Law [OPINION/VIDEO]

Matt Ryan — Mon, 17 Sep 2012 22:26:49 +0000

The crowds are lighter and the weather seems perfect for a swim in the Atlantic. But, this is the most dangerous time of year to enter the ocean. With all of the rescues this weekend by random folks strolling the beach, should their be harsher punishment if one swims at the beach without a lifeguard?

A Crafty Hermit Crab Gets Creative

Matt Ryan — Wed, 18 Jul 2012 20:33:30 +0000

If you grew up at the Shore, chances are you had a pet hermit crab at one point. Bet you’ve never seen a hermit crab like this before. See the awesome pic after the jump! Jersey Shore Hurricane News headquarters in Puerto Rico shared this amazing pic. Talk about using all resources! Click “Like” to [...]