‘Life Threatening’ Rip Currents Possible Wednesday, Officials Say

With a strong tropical-like system swirling offshore, wave heights will be large and rip currents will be especially dangerous at local...

Watch: Rough Surf Sends Red Flags Flying; 9-13 Foot Waves Expected Tuesday

Rough surf conditions spurred by a storm off the Carolinas led lifeguards up and down the Jersey Shore to post red...

Dog Days They’re Not: Cool Temperatures, Rain and Wind Expected This Week

If you were expecting hazy, hot and humid conditions during this summer’s August “dog days,” the Jersey Shore won’t be delivering....

Eclipse Day: When It Occurs and How Much Coverage the Shore Will See

While a swath of the United States will see a total solar eclipse Monday afternoon, Shore residents will experience about 73...

Local Libraries to Host Eclipse Viewing Events

A number of Ocean County Library system branches will host events where attendees can safely view Monday’s solar eclipse. The libraries...

Fishing Friday: Fluke, Sea Bass Remain Steady in Local Waters

After getting off to a somewhat later start than usual, fluke fishing in the ocean continues to be steady, with local...

Fishing Friday: Fluke Fishing Finally Hits its Stride

With less than a month to go for the 2017 fluke season, the fishery began to produce some of its most...

Gentle Giants: Huge Butterfly Rays Show Up in N.J. Surf

They’re largely harmless, but might give you a startle if they glide by while you’re taking a swim. Butterfly rays, found...

Coast Guard Step Up Enforcement of Federal Fishing Regs off Ocean County

The U.S. Coast Guard has stepped up enforcement of federal fishing regulations in the waters off Ocean County, snaring anglers who...

Fishing Friday: Fluking Heats Up, Depending Where (And When) You’re Fishing

Fishing Report Sponsored by: A quick drift spurred by a post-storm afternoon sea breeze made fluke fishing at the Axel Carlson...