Appearing on NBC's Today Show, Governor Christie officially opened the Jersey Shore by potentially breaking a world record. The Governor cut a 5-mile-long ribbon streching from Island Beach State Park to Seaside Heights. The longest previous record for a ribbon cutting was 4.1 miles held by Germany. Christie has a full schedule this holiday weekend that includes stops up and down the Shore. The … [Read more...]

Superstorm Sandy swept out more than 5 million cubic yards of sand from our shoreline. During the 2013 state of the shore report delivered yesterday in Belmar, Stevens Institute of Technology Assistant Professor, Jon Miller, said many beaches are lower in elevation which puts towns in a weakened state for future storms. The towns that sustained the greatest loss of sand were Sea Bright and … [Read more...]

Atlantic City's oldest casino now has a new entertainment attraction. Resorts Casino Hotel is having the grand opening Thursday of its Margaritaville restaurant, entertainment and gambling complex. The $ 35 million Jimmy Buffett-themed attraction is part of a $ 70 million makeover of Resorts, which opened 35 years ago this weekend. The complex is expected to breathe new life into Resorts, … [Read more...]

Can you tell the difference between premium liquor and the cheap stuff? State officials say they found 29 bars and restaurants trying to pull one over on their customers by pouring low-quality liquor into premium bottles. 13 of the establishments are TGI Fridays including those in Hazlet, Freehold, and Marlboro. Café 34 in Matawan is also on the list. Alcoholic Beverage Control officers … [Read more...]

A Minnesota teenager who succumbed to bone cancer this week is being remembered for his fighting spirit – and thanks to YouTube millions of people are learning about his story. 18-year-old Zach Sobiech wrote the song “Clouds” when he learned that he didn't have too much time to live. Over 5 million people have viewed the video which has inspired a celebrity cover version featuring … [Read more...]

We've been there - you're at a supermarket or the bank. You park. As you walk to the entrance, you see someone pull into a handicapped space. But, then they step out of the car and walk into the building like there's nothing wrong! It's frustrating and not fair for those who really need the parking space. Well, state officials are trying to end fraud associated with the handicapped parking … [Read more...]

The Powerball jackpot has jumped to $ 550 million, a major climb less than a day after the latest drawing produced no winning ticket. Ticket sales have soared as the frenzy grows for a chance to win the big prize. The latest jackpot number has the potential to break the record for largest jump between drawings. That still belongs to a Powerball jackpot in November 2012, when the jackpot … [Read more...]

Disney World is investigating reports that wealthy visitors are jumping to the front of lines by hiring disabled people to pretend to be family members. The NY Post recently ran an article detailing the practice. According to the paper, a black market Disney guide is paid $ 130/hour. Here’s a quote from an anonymous mother featured in the Post’s article: “My daughter waited one minute to … [Read more...]

Will Smith’s son, Jaden is asking for an interesting present for his 15th birthday. He wants emancipation from his parents. Will Smith revealed the unusual request in an interview with the Sun. Here’s the crazy part, they are actually considering it. Smith says he understands how Jaden feels living in the shadow of his dad – plus Jaden has been working since he was 5 years old. The Smith’s … [Read more...]

The Jersey Shore is bracing for a visit from a member of the Royal Family. Prince Harry is expected to make a brief visit to Mantoloking and Seaside Heights Tuesday with Governor Christie. Security will be extremely tight but if his trip to Washington last week is any indication, the crowds will be huge and full of women. The last time British Royalty visited the Jersey Shore was June 10, 1939, … [Read more...]