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PHOTOS: Boat Struggles In Shark River Inlet
Photographer Tom McKelvey caught these images of a small boat trying to navigate heavy surf off the Shark River Inlet Sunday afternoon. It is unknown what happened to the boat or its...
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Most Monmouth County Offices Closed on Monday
Most Monmouth County offices will be closed on Monday as Hurricane Sandy arrives in the area. The county website said on Sunday night that elections and "other essential offices," will be open but...
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As Sandy Nears, Evacuation Orders and Shelter Availability Continue
After days of anticipation, Hurricane Sandy is finally reaching Monmouth County, and residents are being reminded to get to a safe place before the full force of the storm is upon us. Hurricane Sandy...
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California Air National Guard Unit Headed To East Coast
More than 100 Air National Guard personnel from the 129th Rescue Wing are preparing to assist with Hurricane Sandy rescue efforts, according to the 129th Rescue Wing's Facebook page. The wing is based...
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SHELTERS: Where To Go
So far, the following shelters are being mobilized, although only Toms River, Pinelands, Wall, and a few Atlantic County shelters are pet-friendly: Barnegat Brackman Middle School, Barnegat...
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Vote By Mail Applications Still Due Oct. 30 in Monmouth County
While most county offices are closed due to Hurricane Sandy, the Monmouth County election offices remain open to process vote-by-mail applications. Applications to vote by mail are still due Tuesday,...
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HURRICANE SANDY CHAT: Tell Us What You See
Share news and photos of how the storm is impacting your area and hear about the latest developments from our team of Patch editors in Mercer, Middlesex, Monmouth and Ocean.
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URGENT: Garden State Parkway Now Open
The Garden State Parkway is now open but over 200 other state roads remain closed, Governor Christie announced on his Twitter account. "Don't drive unless you absolutely have to," he said. The New...
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Volunteer to Help Post-Sandy Clean-Up Efforts
If you'd like to lend a hand in the post-Sandy clean-up, the state of New Jersey volunteer emergency response hotline has been activated. "This hotline was established earlier this year to enhance the...
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Gov. Christie: 3 Dead, Devastation ‘Unthinkable’ (VIDEO)
Hurricane Sandy unleashed her full fury on New Jersey. The Jersey Shore, in particular, sustained severe damage, Gov. Chris Christie said in a press conference Tuesday morning. “I know many people in...
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NJTransit System Reports 'Unprecedented Devastation'
The nation's largest statewide public transportation system says it faces a massive repair and restoration effort in the wake of Hurricane Sandy. NJTransit, consisting of 12 commuter train lines, 3...
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DEVASTATION: Photos Capture Hurricane Sandy Destruction In Seaside Heights
Governor Christie first told the story. These photos confirmed it. A local photographer captured the partial destruction of the Seaside Heights Boardwalk. In Seaside Heights, "the roller coaster or...
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President Obama Coming To New Jersey Wednesday
President Obama will travel to New Jersey Wednesday and join Governor Christie in viewing damage caused by Hurricane Sandy, the White House has announced. Obama will talk with people who are...
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More Than 4,000 Without Power in Rumson, Fair Haven And Sea Bright
The day after Sandy struck, Rumson, Fair Haven and Sea Bright were dealing with fallen trees, downed wires and more than 4,000 people without power. Roads were flooded through Sea Bright and into...
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THE DAY AFTER: Share Post-Storm Information Here
If you are safe and well and have information to share about storm damage and conditions in your neighborhood, please post it below so Patch can share it with others. TO POST A PHOTO: Click "Upload...
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Ocean City Evacuee: ‘There Are a Lot of Ifs’
Chris Leonetti sat in Haddonfield Tuesday morning, her face a mixture of shock and resignation as she talked about losing her family’s home in Ocean City. Leonetti and her children—Amanda, 16, and...
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Fair Haven Scene After Sandy's Wrath
"Woah! That's not supposed to be there. Wait. Something's missing over there," a kid could be overheard saying to his dad as they checked out the storm damage done to the Fair Haven Dock. Bricks are...
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Comcast Providing Free WiFi in Wake of Sandy
To help residents and emergency personnel cope with the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy, Comcast is opening up its Xfinity WiFi hotspots in Greater Philadelphia and New Jersey to anyone who needs...
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PHOTOS: Belmar Ravaged by Hurricane Sandy
Hurricane Sandy tore through Belmar overnight Monday, destroying the entire boardwalk and flooding most of town. On Tuesday Gov. Chris Christie flew aboard a State Police helicopter into Belmar to...
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Monmouth County Curfew Begins Tuesday Night
UPDATE 8:30- Closure information included: Most Monmouth County offices will be closed on Wednesday following Hurricane Sandy. All non-essential offices will be closed while essential functions like...
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