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Casino Pier in Seaside Heights Introduces a Heartpounding New Ride for Summer 2013 [VIDEO]

Matt Ryan — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 23:34:32 +0000

Here at the Jersey Shore, we have a tough skin and what do we do when a Superstorm nearly takes us out? We rebuild bigger and better. Casino Pier is doing just that and will be adding a brand new ride that looks awesome!We don’t know much about the ride yet, other than what’s revealed [...]

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 [...]

A Landmark Day In Seaside Heights [VIDEO]

Jason Allentoff — Fri, 15 Feb 2013 16:14:52 +0000

It’s a landmark day in Seaside Heights and one that will go down in the history books. [button href="http://nj1015.com/tags/sandy/" title="FULL COVERAGE: Hurricane Sandy" align="center"] It was October 29th, 2012 when Superstorm Sandy hit our state, wiping out most of the iconic structure. While the old walkway is gone and the debris has been removed, the [...]

Seaside Heights Boardwalk Rebirth Begins

Tom Mongelli — Fri, 15 Feb 2013 14:15:35 +0000

How many people can you awaken before dawn to go and look at earth movers and pile drivers? In Seaside Heights today, the answer is, basically, everyone.[button href="http://nj1015.com/tags/sandy/" title="FULL COVERAGE: Hurricane Sandy" align="center"] At 8 AM, groundward driving of the first piling began for the tourist mecca’s new boardwalk, replacing what was destroyed in [...]

Groundbreaking Begins on New Belmar Boardwalk

Laurie Cataldo — Wed, 09 Jan 2013 18:21:50 +0000

Governor Christie was in Belmar today as a huge step is taken to rebuild and restore part of our shore. Today’s groundbreaking is a great sign of recovering after Sandy for the people of Belmar, and for all of us here at the Jersey Shore. Mayor Matt Doherty has said he hopes to have the [...]

Belmar Won't Use Rainforest Wood to Rebuild Boardwalk

Townsquare News Network — Wed, 09 Jan 2013 01:26:28 +0000

A Jersey shore town says it won’t use tropical rain forest wood to rebuild a boardwalk destroyed by Superstorm Sandy. Belmar Mayor Matthew Doherty announced the decision Tuesday, saying officials had decided the municipal government should avoid a protracted legal battle with environmentalists. The town wants to have the new boardwalk completed in time for [...]

Belmar Beach Badge Prices Going Up To Help Pay For Boardwalk Restoration? [POLL]

Lou Russo — Wed, 05 Dec 2012 11:46:00 +0000

We all want to see the boardwalks of the Jersey Shore open for business at the beginning of the season, and Belmar has started the process. According to our information, FEMA's assistance will pay for about 75% of the cost of rebuilding the boardwalk in Belmar. Reports are circulating that the town, which just approved a $20 million spending plan, is planning to use a hike in daily and seasonal beach badges to help offset the remaining cost.

Rebuilding is the Next Phase of Recovery

Laurie Cataldo — Fri, 09 Nov 2012 16:00:00 +0000

Funtown Pier in Seaside, Jenkinson’s in Point Pleasant, the recently redone Belmar Boardwalk, and the brand new waterfront in Union Beach…all major attractions in our area, and all casualties of the monster we call Sandy. So what should be rebuilt first? Obviously the roads should be a high priority…without the thoroughfares restored, it won’t matter [...]

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.

You're Clear To Wear Your Bathing Suit In Asbury Park!

Lou Russo — Thu, 12 Jul 2012 12:24:15 +0000

Bathing suits are now legal on the boardwalks of Asbury Park. The town council repealed the 1958 ordinance that made it illegal to wear bathing suits on the boardwalk. Former Councilwoman Louise Murray felt the bathing suits might threaten Asbury Park’s classy image. But now the coast is clear for you to break out that bathing [...]

No Alcohol In Point Pleasant Beach After Midnight? [POLL]

Matt Ryan — Thu, 19 Apr 2012 00:46:10 +0000

As reported previously, Point Pleasant Beach has been trying to ban the sale of alcohol in the town after midnight, unless establishment’s agree to pay a fee per patron. It looks like this could become a reality. What’s different is the per-person fee and how it’s calculated. In the new ordinance, the council plans to [...]

What's The Definitive Picture Of The Jersey Shore?

Lou Russo — Wed, 28 Mar 2012 10:21:41 +0000

It seems unfortunate to me that these days if you ask someone what they think of the Jeresy shore they're likely to say, "I don't watch it." Remember when the Jersey shore was a place and not a TV show. And not just a place, but a gorgeous tourist destination that we love calling home.