Dianne DeOliveira
Summer in NJ: Business is heating up along the Jersey Shore
"I would say that business owners at this point are thrilled to have this type of weather pattern," Jacqueline Pappas, executive director of the Asbury Park Chamber of Commerce, said about the sudden extreme heat this week.
Why early summer’s heat could be extra-dangerous
Most of our bodies adjust to new temperatures within a few days — but for children and the elderly, who are most vulnerable to the heat, it can take weeks.
Jersey Shore towns mark 100 years since shark bloodbath that inspired ‘Jaws’
"It really created a firestorm of media coverage and fears among people who visited the New Jersey Coast. It was huge."
Play like a pro: Beach games to try at the Jersey Shore
There's KanJam, Spikeball, Beach Skee-Ball — how many do you know?
Shark encounters more likely at the Jersey Shore this year, expert says
On the East Coast, shark populations are on the rebound as a result of effective fishing management measures.
Federal cuts squeezing NJ homeless shelters as more people seek their help
Homeless shelters across New Jersey could be impacted by steep cuts this year in federal funding as the Department of Housing and Urban Development shifts grant money from transitional programs to ones that focus on permanent housing.
Littering laws rarely enforced on Jersey Shore beaches
Catching litter bugs is "very difficult," according to Beach Haven Police Sgt. Thomas Medel.
What keeps couples from cheating? Rutgers research gives a clue
Hot or not? Attractive people look just a little less so when you're already paired up.
Raising an autistic child in NJ takes a toll on finances and family, mom says
One out of 68 children nationwide is diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), but in New Jersey it's 1 out of 41.
Recreational boating accidents increasing in NJ: Here’s how to be safe
"We hear these excuses: I'm a good swimmer; I'm close to shore; I don't need that life jacket. Unfortunately, every single accident presents its own situation."
Tick season in NJ: How to avoid them … and how to get them off you!
The state epidemiologist offers some important tips that may help you avoid serious tick-borne illnesses.
Cigarette butts flicked out of car windows are ruining NJ’s waterways
It happens every day on New Jersey roads: Used cigarette butts are tossed out car windows. Aside from the obvious risk of forest fires, discarded butts are taking a toll on our waterways and marine life.