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Swimmer Injured In Possible Needlefish Encounter At NJ Shore, Police Say Swimmer Injured In Possible Needlefish Encounter At NJ Shore, Police Say
Swimmer Injured In Possible Needlefish Encounter At NJ Shore, Police Say Beachgoers, beware: A rare ocean creature may be behind a swimmer's painful encounter at the Jersey Shore, officials said. A swimmer suffered a leg injury while in the water off Barnegat Light on Saturday morning, June 21, according to the Long Beach Township Police Department. The incident happened around 11:39 a.m. near the 9th Street beach, police said. The man was brought to the 19th Street area by Barnegat Light Beach Patrol, where he was treated by first responders from Barnegat Light First Aid and transported to Southern Ocean Medical Center. Initial indications suggest the injury m…
TikTok In Shock After Star Shot Dead On NJ Beach Moments After Final Video TikTok In Shock After Star Shot Dead On NJ Beach Moments After Final Video
TikTok In Shock After Star Shot Dead On NJ Beach Moments After Final Video A popular TikTok star was shot and killed Thursday night, June 12, on the beach in Long Branch — just hours after posting what would become his final video. Chrystopher Whyte, of North Brunswick, was found with a single gunshot wound near the shoreline by Pier Village shortly before 9 p.m., NJ Advance says, citing a spokesperson for the Monmouth County Prosecutor's Office. He was pronounced dead at the scene. Whyte, who had more than 92,800 followers on TikTok, was known for his infectious energy — dancing in his car and surprising fans with backflips. His last video, in which he's sitting …
Americans' Top 5 Favorite Vacation Destinations Revealed In New Survey Americans' Top 5 Favorite Vacation Destinations Revealed In New Survey
Americans' Top 5 Favorite Vacation Destinations Revealed In New Survey When Americans daydream about the perfect getaway, it’s not about jet-setting halfway across the world. It’s about comfort, calm, and connection. A new survey finds the ideal US vacation lasts 11 days, costs just under $8,800 per person, and happens about three hours from home. Most want more than just a long weekend, and six in 10 believe that dream trip is right here in the States. So, where are they headed? According to the findings, these are Americans’ favorite types of vacation destinations: Sunny beaches: 63 percent Outdoor escapes: 53 percent Major cities: 43 percent Historic site…
Big Black Snake Slithers Out Of Atlantic Ocean During Family's Trip To Beach (VIDEO) Big Black Snake Slithers Out Of Atlantic Ocean During Family's Trip To Beach (VIDEO)
Big Black Snake Slithers Out Of Atlantic Ocean During Family's Trip To Beach (Video) A Maryland mom’s beach day took a wild turn when her daughter spotted something slithering out of the ocean — and it wasn’t seaweed or a stick. It was a big, black snake (scroll for video). Roxy Flanagan, 32, of Annapolis, was in Ocean City, MD, over the weekend with her family and coworkers from Brooklyn Park Dental for Springfest. It was Saturday afternoon, April 26, when the kids asked to dip their toes in the water. Flanagan stayed back in the parking lot chatting with a friend while her mother took the kids to the shoreline. “I heard my daughter scream so I run down, and all I hear h…
NJ Casino Pumps $50M Into More Luxury Upgrades: Here's What's Coming NJ Casino Pumps $50M Into More Luxury Upgrades: Here's What's Coming
NJ Casino Pumps $50M Into More Luxury Upgrades: Here's What's Coming Ocean Casino Resort in Atlantic City is going big — again. The beachfront property announced a $50 million investment for 2025, bringing even more luxury suites, restaurants from top chefs, a new hologram-filled mini golf bar, and double the Asian gaming space, officials said. The upgrades are part of a $270 million transformation project that’s been in motion since 2018. Ocean will roll out more than 500 new Blu Rooms and Suites, capping off its complete hotel renovation. These beach-inspired rooms will feature oversized showers, marble floors, wet bars, and lounge space for hosting small…
‘Best Summer Travel Destination'? NJ Locale Among 20 Nationwide In Running For New Poll ‘Best Summer Travel Destination'? NJ Locale Among 20 Nationwide In Running For New Poll
‘Best Summer Travel Destination'? NJ Locale Among 20 Nationwide In Running For New Poll Sun, surf, and saltwater taffy? Yes, please. Among the 20 destinations vying for the title of “Best Summer Travel Destination” in USA Today’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards is Ocean City, New Jersey. With its bustling boardwalk, sweeping Atlantic views, and vintage amusement parks, Ocean City’s summer charm is anything but subtle. USA Today highlights iconic attractions like Playland’s Castaway Cove, packed with roller coasters, go-karts, a fun house, and mini golf. For those who prefer their fun a little more low-key, there’s always the option to lounge on miles of pristine beach and take…
Alexa Dubiel, Passaic County Artist, Clothing Model Dies At 30 Alexa Dubiel, Passaic County Artist, Clothing Model Dies At 30
Alexa Dubiel, Passaic County Artist, Clothing Model Dies At 30 Alexa Lee Dubiel, a 30-year-old Ringwood resident, died on Friday, Sept. 20, according to her obituary from the Kimak Funeral Home website.  Alexa, formerly of Ridgefield Park, was an artist, who modeled clothes for RevMatch and participated in a campaign to be Inked Magazine's 2022 cover girl, her Instagram page show. She is being remembered for her artistic talent, love of animals and going fishing with her dad and going to the beach with her mom, according to her obituary. "The small amount of time I was blessed with your presence still is remembered fondly today," Ryan White said …
Sundown Swimmers At Unguarded NJ Beach Rescued Sundown Swimmers At Unguarded NJ Beach Rescued
Sundown Swimmers At Unguarded NJ Beach Rescued Three swimmers were rescued while in the water after sunset in Ocean Grove, officials said. Rescuers were called to a swimmer in distress near the pier at the Main Avenue beach at around 8 p.m. on Wednesday, Aug. 28, the ANSWER team said in a Facebook post. The report was quickly upgraded to three swimmers in distress. When emergency crews arrived, they saw the three swimmers screaming for help. ANSWER rescuers, a Neptune Township police sergeant, and a bystander with a flotation device went into the ocean and saved the three swimmers. Neptune Township paramedics brought the adult and two …
Natasha Lyonne TV Show Casting Talent From Tri-State Area Natasha Lyonne TV Show Casting Talent From Tri-State Area
Natasha Lyonne TV Show Casting Talent From Tri-State Area Have you always wanted to work with Natasha Lyonne? Now is your chance. The second season of Peacock's "Poker Face," the acclaimed TV show starring Lyonne, is seeking talent from Hoboken, Jersey City and Newark for background roles for shoots in July. The show is looking for bikers with motorcycles between the ages of 25 and 65. Bikers should be skilled riders who are comfortable riding a short distance on camera and are asked to provide their own motorcycles and helmets. "Bonus if you can provide your own leather riding gear," the listing said. The role pays $226 a day. "Poker Face" is …