Thursday: Showers and a heavier t-storm, with a high of 82 and low of 68 degrees.
Friday: Partly sunny and less humid, temps: high: 78, low: 69.
Saturday: A couple of showers possible, with a high of 77 and low of 70 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Belmar Beach Patrol Lifeguards Shine at National Championships (tapinto.net) — Belmar's own Beach Patrol lifeguards just brought home major hardware from the USLA National Lifeguard Championships, showcasing the strength of the team that protects local beaches. Amy White led the way with a rare "triple crown of rowing," while several teammates also earned top national finishes and highlighted Belmar on a national stage.
2026 Business Afterhours with Point Pleasant Boro Chamber of Commerce Jersey Shore Chamber of Commerce Idle Hour Restaurant & Bar 2600 NJ-88 Pt. Pleasant, NJ 08742 5:30 pm
Farmers Market → Wall Township, NJ Calendar, 2700 Allaire Road, Wall 2:00 pm
2026 Business Afterhours with Point Pleasant Boro Chamber of Commerce Jersey Shore Chamber of Commerce Idle Hour Restaurant & Bar 2600 NJ-88 Pt. Pleasant, NJ 08742 5:30 pm
CANCELLED-Asbury Park Board of Education Committee as a Whole Meeti Asbury Park High School Bradley Elementary School 6:00 pm
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🗞 Nearby News
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New group, same goal for Manasquan girls basketball at The Fort summer league (app.com)
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Bradley Beach
In Bradley Beach Pirate Day and Reggae Fest Aug. 22 (thecoaster.net)
This Bradley Beach Boardwalk Hut Boasts What Might Be NJ's Most Indulgent Pork-Roll Sandwich (njmonthly.com)
Wall
Van Engulfed In Flames In Wall Township, NJ State Police Say (patch.com)
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-- The Patch AM Team
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