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Here’s Where To Get The Best Cheesesteaks In New Jersey
There's nothing better than a cheesesteak cooked fresh with melted cheese, pepper, onion and thrown on a roll that's crunchy on the outside and soft on the inside. By the Jersey Shore, you can't talk about cheesesteaks without talking about Cheese Steak Louie's in Seaside Heights. They're known for having...
Stop The Sting Is Helping To Control New Jersey’s Jellyfish Population
If you've spent any time in the Barnegat Bay this summer, you may have noticed that you're not alone when you're swimming. And I'm not talking about the other swimmers. Sea Nettles, a type of Jellyfish have been running rampant this summer causing a lot of people to get stung.
Stores and Restaurants We Demand Come to Ocean County, NJ Mall
The Ocean County Mall has undergone quite a transformation lately with the addition of LA Fitness, Home Sense, Honeyglow, Turning Point, Five Below, ULTA, and others. I wasn't a mall rat when I went to Toms River High School East, but I spent a fair amount of time at the Ocean County Mall.
Southern-style fried chicken place plans to open 13 spots in NJ
🍗 A fried chicken franchise plans to expand its operations in New Jersey. 🍗 The plan is open 13 locations across Monmouth and Ocean counties. 🍗They specialize in fried and grilled chicken sandwiches. A famous fried chicken franchise based in Colorado since 2018, has plans to expand...
Upper beach at Manchester's Harry Wright Lake closed to swimming
MANCHESTER — A portion of beach at Harry Wright Lake in Whiting was closed to swimming on Thursday after high levels of fecal bacteria were discovered in the water over two consecutive days. The upper beach was closed to swimming Thursday, while the lower beach remains open, according to the Ocean County Health Department, which oversees water testing at local beaches. ...
Big Joe’s favorite Italian restaurants in Monmouth and Ocean counties
In the ever-changing restaurant world here in New Jersey there are a few of my favorite Italian restaurants that have remained stable and continue to thrive. They are my go-to when I not only want a great Italian meal but the experience too. I have said it many times, we...
Vendors Wanted For Yard Sale Fundraiser
BERKELEY – The Central Regional Foundation Yard Sale will be an opportunity for you to sell unwanted items while supporting youth in your area. The sale will be at the front field of Central Regional High School from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Tuesday, August 6. Vendors can set up at 8:30 a.m.
Enjoy Sun, Fun, and Fishing in Ocean County
Fishing without Barriers! — SIGN UP FOR FISHING, FUN, FOOD, AND SUN!. Beach Haven Marlin and Tuna Club, Long Beach Island, NJ. Partnership with: Rutgers Center for Disability Sports & Wellness Department of Kinesiology and Health Alliance Center for Independence. Where: 420 North Pennsylvania Avenue Beach Haven, NJ 08008.
Beachwood Beach in New Jersey Bans Swimming For Rest of Summer 2024
A popular New Jersey beach has banned all swimming for the remainder of the 2024 season. Officials representing Beachwood Beach, which is located in Ocean County, NJ, just made the announcement that swimming has been banned for the remainder of the 2024 season. The decision comes as borough officials cited...
Wawa fan in NJ goes viral collecting every possible receipt number
There’s this old cliche of an answer for mountain climbers asked why they climbed a dangerous, treacherous mountain. Sometimes it’s just as simple as a challenge. Even if the challenge is one only you yourself understand. Maybe for a certain New Jersey guy collecting every Wawa order receipt number 0 through 999 was his mountain.
Quick Bites Made to Order at Sangwich Spot, Pintxe Tacos
In the thick of a Long Beach Island summer, Beach Haven recently welcomed a dual culinary venture to its already bustling downtown. A few blocks away from Fantasy Island Amusement Park and next to the post office are Sangwich Spot and Pintxe Tacos, two businesses under one roof, serving up classic vacation foods.
R&B queens, indie rockers, emo karaoke and all the 'Shore Things' this weekend
Fans of live concerts have a lot to look forward to down the shore this weekend, with SWV, Xscape and Two Door Cinema Club all coming to the area this weekend — plus emo karaoke at Asbury Lanes with a live band.
Meet Artist Cathleen Engelsen at the Ocean County Library Long Beach Island Branch
(SURF CITY, NJ) -- Take your imagination on a trip along the coast of the Garden State. The Ocean County Library Long Beach Island Branch invites you to visit "The Iconic Jersey Shore with Cathleen Engelsen" on Tuesday, August 13, 2024. Cathleen will entertain and inspire you with stories of her favorite spots and with her original paintings, commissions, and photographs of the Shore in bygone eras. After the presentation, join Cathleen for her Art Reception in the Branch's meeting room. The event begins at 6:30pm.
It’s an ice cream lover’s paradise at the Jersey Shore
When a hot, sticky day at the Jersey Shore comes to an end, there’s no better way to finish off the perfect evening than with a cup or a cone in hand. Lucky for us, the Jersey Shore has an endless list of delightful ice cream shops to fit every taste, so pick a favorite or try them all!
Check Out Upcoming Programs at the LBT Field Station
Summer programming is in full swing at the Long Beach Township Field Station for Marine Education and Research; be sure to register soon for available sessions, and make the trip to the Holgate bayside facility. There’s so much to learn, and all programs are free. Spots are filling up...
‘Charm’-er Skilled in Art of Low-Cost Redesign
Step into a world where the old and worn down become new again, where the ordinary turns extraordinary without breaking the bank. Meet Kristen Stoll, the creative force behind Charm, who brings an unmatched passion and artistry to the realm of furniture repurposing and custom home renovations. A one-time North...
‘Titanic’ the Musical Different Than the Film Although Just as Worthy
Surflight Theatre’s next 2024 mainstage musical will be “Titanic,” which will run from July 30 through Aug. 18. Visit surflight.org for exact dates and times of shows. That’s also a place where you can purchase tickets, which are $43 for adults and $33 for children younger than 13. Tickets can also be purchased by phone at 609-492-9477 or at the box office, located at 201 Engleside Ave. in Beach Haven.
Living on Veg Expands; Max’s Craft Market Gets Sign; Wanna Window Plans Home Show
Living on the Veg owners Rob and Lauren Ramos have announced an expansion of the vegan restaurant inside the Manahawkin Mart. Additions include new items on the regular menu, more seating, a full deli case of prepared foods to go (for example, potato salad by the pound, carrot cake by the slice), vegan soft serve, milkshakes, ice cream cookie sandwiches and sundaes with all-natural toppings. And entrances are now on both sides of the building.
Tickets Still Available for Surflight, Dinner Trip
The Friends of the Stafford branch of the Ocean County Library still have tickets available for their visit to Surflight Theatre in Beach Haven on Sunday, Sept. 15. Reservations are limited, and payment is due by Thursday, Aug. 15. Tickets are $75 per person and include a matinee showing of...
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