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Shore Beaches Undergo Water Quality Tests [AUDIO]

Jason Allentoff — Mon, 20 May 2013 09:45:55 +0000

Since Sandy, health officials around the state have been keeping a close watch on water quality in our streams, lakes, bays and oceans, and with thousands expected to hit the beach this Memorial Day weekend, some are wondering, "Is the water safe?"

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US Seafood Haul Reaches 17-Year High

Townsquare News Network — Wed, 19 Sep 2012 19:15:59 +0000

The U.S. seafood catch reached a 17-year high last year, with all fishing regions of the country showing increases in both the volume and value of their harvests.

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NJ Town Officials Urged To Plan For Rising Sea Levels [VIDEO/AUDIO]

Rosetta Key — Thu, 12 Jul 2012 10:20:46 +0000

Officials in towns along New Jersey's coastline are being urged to prepare for a future of rising sea levels.

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NJ Swimmers Warned To Be Careful In The Ocean [AUDIO]

David Matthau — Tue, 12 Jun 2012 08:45:11 +0000

Authorities have suspended the search for the body of a youngster who disappeared in the surf while swimming in Atlantic City.

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Ocean Water Quality Off The Jersey Coast Is Great, According To The DEP [AUDIO]

David Matthau — Tue, 22 May 2012 08:51:00 +0000

If you're planning to head down the shore for the upcoming Memorial Day long weekend, the unofficial start of the summer season, the quality of ocean water for swimming and fishing is great, according to state Department of Environmental Protection officials.

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