The cell count at the beach was 91,750 cells/ml and the cell count at the Boat Launch was 303500 cells/ml. The species composition of the algae is similar to the Lake Hopatcong bloom, she said.

MOUNT OLIVE — Swimmers, waders and suntanners take advantage of the clear water and summer sands at Budd Lake in this postcard photo from Aug. 12, 1944. Located in Mount Olive Township, Budd ...

Budd Lake became a popular summer destination in the mid-19th century for swimming, boating and fishing. It's now a source of drinking water for 1.8 million downstream residents.

The Budd Lake Chapel has been open since 6:30 p.m. Monday, feeding people, serving coffee all night to police, providing clothing and counseling to those suffering — and listening, said Pastor ...