More balloons, fewer cigarette butts found during annual NJ beach sweepsMore balloons, fewer cigarette butts found during annual NJ beach sweepsVolunteers cleaning up New Jersey beaches last year found everything but the kitchen sink. Oh wait, they found one of those, too.Associated PressAssociated Press
No more alcohol at Sandy Hook: Feds ban booze at Jersey ShoreNo more alcohol at Sandy Hook: Feds ban booze at Jersey ShoreFor years, Sandy Hook stood out for two things: Naked people and booze were both permitted. Sergio BichaoSergio Bichao
Watch rescued turtles released into sea at Point Pleasant BeachWatch rescued turtles released into sea at Point Pleasant BeachFour sea turtles are being released into the ocean off Point Pleasant Beach after spending more than a year in a rehab hospital. Jen UrsilloJen Ursillo
NJ family holds out hope for dog missing after jumping from boatNJ family holds out hope for dog missing after jumping from boat"Jersey" was out for a boat ride with her family on Saturday when they say she jumped off too chase a plastic food container. Adam HochronAdam Hochron
Shark-bitten seal turns up at Shore, and rehab group needs helpShark-bitten seal turns up at Shore, and rehab group needs helpThe seal has a "great BAD grey seal attitude," its rescuers said.Louis C. HochmanLouis C. Hochman
Hoboken kite surfer feared dead — Sandy Hook search called offHoboken kite surfer feared dead — Sandy Hook search called offThe missing kite surfer was identified Saturday afternoon as Sinisa Bjelajac. Sergio BichaoSergio Bichao
Thinking about a night swim? Alluring but deadly, Jersey Shore lifeguards warnThinking about a night swim? Alluring but deadly, Jersey Shore lifeguards warnA lack of crowds and wanting to have the best time ever on vacation attract people to the beach way after hours, according to a veteran Seaside Heights lifeguard. Dan AlexanderDan Alexander
200 women show what they’ve got at Sandy Hook lifeguard competition (PHOTOS)200 women show what they’ve got at Sandy Hook lifeguard competition (PHOTOS)The competition pitted lifeguarding organizations from up and down the Jersey Shore. Sergio BichaoSergio Bichao
Local beaches, fireworks, lottery & casinos: What’s still open during NJ shutdownLocal beaches, fireworks, lottery & casinos: What’s still open during NJ shutdownIt's business as usual for some state government services and organizations during the budget impasse shutdown.Dan AlexanderDan Alexander
Coast Guard helps boaters taking on water off Sandy HookCoast Guard helps boaters taking on water off Sandy HookA portable device was able to get the water off the boat which was towed safely to Atlantic Highlands.Adam HochronAdam Hochron