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Jersey Shore Blizzard: Schools Close, Classes Shift Online

2/23/2026

Summary

Story summary

A weekend blizzard left nearly two feet of snow along the Jersey Shore, prompting closures and delays for Tuesday, February 24, in Monmouth and Ocean counties.
Specific districts announced closures, including Asbury Park, Freehold, and Long Branch, while Fair Haven set a delayed opening.
All after-school activities are canceled.
Georgian Court University will operate virtually, with classes continuing online.
Monmouth County vocational schools will not provide transportation.

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Story summary

A weekend blizzard left nearly two feet of snow along the Jersey Shore, prompting closures and delays for Tuesday, February 24, in Monmouth and Ocean counties.
Specific districts announced closures, including Asbury Park, Freehold, and Long Branch, while Fair Haven set a delayed opening.
All after-school activities are canceled.
Georgian Court University will operate virtually, with classes continuing online.
Monmouth County vocational schools will not provide transportation.