Anglers are catching slot-sized striped bass in Barnegat Bay, primarily using clam baits. Raritan Bay is yielding larger striped bass, some approaching 40 pounds, with anglers using rubber swim shads.

WARETOWN — A 72-year-old man was rescued early Thursday morning in the area of the Oyster Creek Channel, after his daughter reported him overdue from a clamming trip in Barnegat Bay, according ...