Asbury Park Top Stories
By MATT DOHERTY
October 29, 2025
ASBURY PARK, NJ – The City of Asbury Park has unveiled a striking new mural on the northwest corner of City Hall — a vivid public artwork that captures the City’s history, culture, and creative spirit in a single sweeping design.The large-scale mural, painted by artist Danielle Mastrion, wraps ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ – As the 13th anniversary of Superstorm Sandy approaches, the coastal communities of the Jersey Shore reflect both on the profound impact of that storm and the pressing reality of another powerful system bearing down across the Caribbean.When Sandy made landfall on October 29, 2012, ...
LONG BRANCH, NJ — Congressman Frank Pallone, Jr. (NJ-06) is intensifying his fight against RWJBarnabas Health’s plan to relocate Monmouth Medical Center’s hospital license and core services from Long Branch to Tinton Falls, accusing both the health system and Governor Phil Murphy’s administration ...
MONMOUTH COUNTY – Entries are still being accepted for two contests for Monmouth County students as part of the county’s commemoration of America’s upcoming 250th birthday on July 4, 2026. The contest is hosted by the MonmouthNJ 250 Committee. The deadlines for both are November 14, 2025. See all ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ – A new column by Bob Zuckerman, titled “Beyond the Boardwalk,” is shining a spotlight on the small businesses, events, and people that make Asbury Park thrive beyond its famous beachfront.In his latest edition, Zuckerman writes about local spots and happenings, including the House ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ – Twelve years after the landmark Garden State Equality v. Dow ruling cemented marriage equality in New Jersey, LGBTQ+ advocates and faith leaders are condemning remarks made by a senior advisor to Republican gubernatorial candidate Jack Ciattarelli, who recently called for a “ban ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ – Two men have been sentenced for their roles in a July 2023 shooting at the Asbury Park Gardens apartment complex that left one man dead and two others injured, according to Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago.During a hearing Friday, Monmouth County Superior Court Judge ...
FREEHOLD, NJ – Monmouth County Clerk Christine Giordano Hanlon is reminding voters that early in-person voting for the 2025 General Election begins this Saturday, Oct. 25. The voting option allows voters to cast their ballots in person on machines for a 9-day period prior to Election Day.Early ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ – The Asbury Park Senior Center will celebrate the fall season with its annual Oktoberfest on Thursday, October 31, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 1201 Springwood Avenue, Suite 102, 2nd Floor.The festive gathering will feature live entertainment, games, a 50/50 raffle, and an array of ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ — The Center in Asbury Park is inviting friends, families, and supporters to take part in a heartfelt new community initiative called “Charity Begins at Home.” Running from October 27 through November 14, the campaign encourages residents to host intimate dinner gatherings in their ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ – The Asbury Park Arts Council (APAC) is rolling out the red carpet for the premiere screening of the 2025 AP’N3 Film Challenge, taking place Sunday, November 9 at the Jersey Shore Arts Center, located at 66 S. Main Street in Ocean Grove. Doors open at 5:45 p.m., and the films begin ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ – Garden State Equality once again brought communities together across New Jersey this past weekend with its annual Equality in Motion events, celebrating unity, inclusion, and advocacy with gatherings in Hamilton, Asbury Park, Atlantic City, and East Rutherford.The statewide series ...
FREEHOLD, NJ – Monmouth County Clerk Christine Giordano Hanlon is reminding Monmouth County voters who choose to vote by mail in the 2025 General Election to sign up for BallotTrax, the County’s enhanced ballot-tracking notification system. Launched in Monmouth County in 2020 by Clerk Hanlon and ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ – TAPinto Asbury Park has launched a new weekly column, Beyond the Boardwalk, written by longtime community leader and proud city resident Bob Zuckerman. The column aims to shine a light on the small businesses, creative entrepreneurs, and community spirit that make Asbury Park ...
🎉Check out this fantastic line-up of local female entrepreneurs who ROCK!! This free event is Monday, October 20, 2025 at WhiteChapel Progects in Long Branch, and will be full of great connections and information! Check out the details in the flyer below, or visit womenentrepreneursrock.com PANEL ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ – Congressman Frank Pallone, Jr. (NJ-06) is taking aim at RWJBarnabas Health and Governor Phil Murphy’s administration over a controversial plan to relocate Monmouth Medical Center’s hospital license and core medical services from Long Branch to Tinton Falls — a move he says would ...
RED BANK, NJ — Under beautiful blue skies, Monmouth County leaders gathered with local officials and tourism partners on October 7 at the historic Molly Pitcher Inn, in Red Bank, to welcome the 2025 fall tourism season. The beautiful weather and the sweeping Navesink River backdrop set the perfect ...
Hello Monmouth County Residents!It’s remarkable how quickly we’ve transitioned into fall. As any Monmouth County resident knows, our county never falls short on exciting things to do. Be sure to take a moment to explore the latest updates and upcoming events on our Grown in Monmouth and Monmouth ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ – A new chapter of Asbury Park’s music legacy begins at The Asbury Hotel with the unveiling of The Boss Suite, a tribute to Bruce Springsteen and his enduring ties to the city that helped shape his sound. The suite’s debut coincides with the upcoming release of Deliver Me from ...
Monmouth County Parks to host the biggest fall event, learning new things, and having lots of fun! Here’s what is planned:Thompson Park Day from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. on Sunday, October 19 at Thompson Park, Lincroft. Celebrate fall with pumpkin painting, wagon rides, kids’ races, entertainment, contests, ...
Monmouth County Parks to host the biggest fall event, learning new things, and having lots of fun! Here’s what is planned:Thompson Park Day from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. on Sunday, October 19 at Thompson Park, Lincroft. Celebrate fall with pumpkin painting, wagon rides, kids’ races, entertainment, contests, ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ – The Asbury Park Police Department will once again partner with the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) for the 29th National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, October 25, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The event will take place in the lobby of Asbury Park Police ...
RED BANK, NJ: A civil complaint was filed by local resident Suzanne Viscomi against the Borough, its Mayor, Deputy Mayor, Council members, and others, alleging violations of her civil rights, defamation, and conspiracy. The case arises from events where Viscomi, a long-time public servant and ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ – OutVote, the nation’s only Gen Z–led organization focused on educating and mobilizing LGBTQ+ voters, will bring together community leaders, advocates, and supporters for an evening designed to elevate young queer and trans voices in the democratic process. The event, running from ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ – Senator Vin Gopal, Assemblywoman Margie Donlon, Assemblywoman Luanne Peterpaul, and Mayor John Moor are inviting local residents to a free PAS-1 Filing Workshop on Friday, October 24, from 12 to 2 p.m. at the Asbury Park City Council Chambers in City Hall.The workshop is designed ...
MONMOUTH COUNTY — The Board of County Commissioners has announced a new collaboration with Jersey Central Power & Light (JCP&L) to host a series of in-person information sessions designed to help residents learn about available energy assistance programs.These sessions will provide ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ – The Asbury Park Chamber of Commerce will host its October “Business Made Social” networking event on Wednesday, October 15, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Asbury Park Brewery, located at 614 Cookman Avenue, Suite 1.The monthly mixer brings together local business owners, entrepreneurs, and ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ – The calm stretch of mild, summerlike weather along the Jersey Shore is coming to an abrupt end this weekend, as a strong early-season Nor’easter is forecast to bring high winds, heavy rain, and flooding to Asbury Park and neighboring coastal communities.A State of Emergency will ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ – The Halloween Food Truck & Music Festival will roll into Asbury Park on October 25 and 26, transforming Bradley Park into a lively celebration of fall flavors, live music, and spooky fun for all ages.The two-day festival runs from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. each day and will feature 20 ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ – The City of Asbury Park invites residents to enjoy a special community movie night as part of the “Movies by the Sea” series, featuring Warner Bros. Pictures’ Barbie. The screening will take place on Tuesday, October 14, at The Showroom Cinema, located at 707 Cookman Avenue in ...