Tropical Storm Bonnie May Form off Southeast Coast

The second tropical system of 2016 has formed off the coast of South Carolina and Georgia and is expected to become...

Beach Smoking Ban in Christie’s Hands

A bill that would ban smoking on beaches statewide is awaiting the signature of Gov. Chris Christie, however it is unclear...

Beach Forecast: Sand Hot, But Water Chilly for Memorial Day Weekend

Sunny skies and temperatures in the low 80s (high 70s when the sea breeze kicks up) are on tap for Memorial...

Clam Nurseries, Interpretive Program Coming to Island This Summer

Shellfish serve as Barnegat Bay’s natural housekeepers, filtering water as they grow, well, “happy as a clam,” as the saying goes....

Dune Build-Up Debated in Lavallette, Fencing Will Return Soon

With a federally-funded beach and dune building project the object of countless delays that have taken years, one Lavallette resident urged...

Volunteers Wage War on Sea Nettles in Island Lagoons

The effort was part of the Barnegat Bay Bulkhead Blitz, a project aimed at raising awareness of how residents can help...

Watch: Heavy Surf Thrashes Inlet Jetty, Lashes Beaches

A lingering storm affecting the Shore area spelled trouble for beaches Friday, as heavy surf caused beach erosion and hazardous seas...

Another Try: N.J. Beach Smoking Ban Passes Latest Hurdle

A prohibition of smoking on public beaches, long-sought by health and environmental advocates, has new life in the New Jersey legislature...

Severe Thunderstorm Watch for Shore Area Until 9PM Tuesday, Cool Temps on the Way

Temperatures in the 80s Tuesday, including on the barrier island, may give way to thunderstorms later in the afternoon and evening, according to...

Snowfall of An Inch or Less Expected Saturday, Freeze Warning in Effect

Forecasters have honed in on an expected snowfall total for Saturday – an inch or less, and likely no accumulation on...