Belmar

Monmouth County Sheriff Shaun Golden identified the drowning victim as a 27-year-old man but did not disclose his identity.

Besides hanging out on the beach soaking up the rays, try something different one day with the family that’s both fun and educational, like a whale and dolphin watching cruise.

The artist who created the COVID-19 memorial in Belmar has started a GoFundMe to help pay for relocation, when a new spot is found.

Natalie, of Egg Harbor Township, said an outdoor bar she had visited since New Jersey lifted outdoor dining restrictions was "way too packed," so she's equipped with a mask at all times.

Gov. Phil Murphy has issued an executive order updating the outdoor capacity for gatherings to 500, effective Friday. Indoor dining remains delayed, until further notice.

Ocean City Mayor Jay Gillian pleaded with residents and visitors to wear masks during the long holiday, including on the boardwalk, noting, “Ocean City is already very crowded.”

Three people have been charged in connection with kidnapping a man in Monmouth County on Monday and driving him to three TD Bank branches to withdraw money.

The new decade has brought with it the starting date for plastic bag bans in another half dozen municipalities and counties.

Over two dozen local governments in New Jersey have banned carry-out bags, and some also straws and Styrofoam containers.

Dozens of people were involved in the brawl en route to a concert.