Monmouth/Ocean News

Wayfair is opening its first Monmouth County, NJ store, a massive 25,000 square foot space in the Seaview Square Shopping Center. The new location will partially replace Home Goods and is set to open in Winter 2026

A new tattoo shop is coming to the Jersey Shore. Tattoo Therapy 101 is set to open this October in Beachwood, NJ, bringing fresh ink and competitive rates to Beachwood Boulevard. Here's everything we know so far

A newly remodeled Wendy's in Tinton Falls, NJ is giving away free food for an entire year. The first 100 people in line at Saturday's 10:30 AM reopening, ages 16 and up, will win weekly free food for 12 months

A piece of NJ history is coming to an end. Clementon Park and Splash World, a beloved Camden County amusement park with over a century of memories, will close for good after the 2026 season unless a buyer steps in

Everyone knows Joe Leone's in Point Pleasant, but their Manasquan spot, Joe Leone's Centro, is quietly serving up some of the Jersey Shore's best made-to-order sandwiches, fresh bread, meats, and cheeses piled high

A Krispy Kreme is finally coming to Monmouth County, and we know exactly where it's opening at the Jersey Shore. Here's everything we know so far about the new location and when it might open

New Jersey just ranked the 6th most expensive state to retire in, with rent near $1,500 and homes averaging $550,000. See how the Garden State compares to the most (and least) affordable places to retire in America

New Jersey just landed the #2 spot on a new list of the happiest states in America, and it's easy to see why. Find out which state beat us, and what made the Garden State rank so high

A nearly 100 year old New Jersey hot dog stand just ranked 18th best in the entire country. Find out why Jimmy Buffs' famous Italian Dog, piled high on pizza bread, has locals raving

A new report ranks New Jersey among the 3 least hard-working states in America, and Jersey folks aren't happy about it. See how NJ really stacks up, plus which states topped (and bottomed) the list.

After 50 years in New Jersey, Burlington Stores is packing up its corporate HQ and heading to Philadelphia. Here's why the iconic NJ retailer is making the move, and what it means for Garden State jobs

This NJ bakery makes a cinnamon roll stuffed with a full breakfast sandwich. The Gooey Roll Company in Belleville is serving up some of the gooiest, most unique rolls in the state