Asbury Park Top Stories
By TAPINTO NEPTUNE/NEPTUNE CITY STAFF
July 7, 2025
OCEAN GROVE - On Monday, June 30, Mary's Place by the Sea held its 5th Annual Swing for the Soul Golf Outing at Deal Golf and Country Club. The event raised $125,000 to provide more women with services as they heal from cancer. Since 2009, Mary's Place in Ocean Grove has provided free retreats and ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ — The Asbury Park Board of Education voted 5-4 to reappoint Mark Gerbino as Acting Superintendent for the 2025-26 school year, signaling a vote of confidence in his leadership amid ongoing legal turmoil involving several members of the board and senior district ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ — Tenants living in rent-controlled units in Asbury Park may be entitled to rent reductions or credits if they experience a decline in essential services, such as poor plumbing or a lack of adequate heating or air conditioning. Eligible residents are encouraged to file a complaint ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ – The City of Asbury Park is inviting residents and visitors to enjoy a night out at the movies as it launches its new “Movies by the Sea” series. The first screening will feature Marvel’s The Avengers on Tuesday, July 8, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. at The ShowRoom Cinema, located at 707 ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ – The City of Asbury Park has announced that its annual Independence Day fireworks display, originally scheduled for Thursday, July 3, has been postponed due to inclement weather. The show is now set to take place on Saturday, July 5, at 9:00 PM.Officials emphasized that public ...
The Frances Foundation invites you to the July 12, 2025 Dan and Cathy Shalloo Pool Party and Cornhole Tournament! See exciting details below:
ASBURY PARK, NJ — Residents can now enjoy just-harvested, pesticide-free vegetables every weekend thanks to the City of Asbury Park’s new Community Farm Stand, open Saturdays from 9 to 11 a.m. at the corner of Bangs and Memorial Avenues.Offered in partnership with the city’s Environmental Shade ...
MONMOUTH COUNTY - For the upcoming 2025 General Election, Monmouth County Board of Elections is seeking to fill poll worker positions in 219 locations in Monmouth County's 53 municipalities.A training class will be held for first-time poll workers on Thursday, 9/25/25.Poll workers can earn $21.43 ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ - Mark your calendars, gather your friends and family, and get ready to dance, sing, and celebrate all month long with free activities at Springwood Park.Residents can look forward to a vibrant lineup of activities, including free line dancing classes every Thursday night in July ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ — Community Karma and the Asbury Park Chamber of Commerce are teaming up to present the city’s first Christmas in July, a four-day event designed to attract customers to local businesses while supporting charitable causes in the community.From July 24 through July 27, Santa Claus ...
LAKE COMO, NJ — The Circle of Friends Café, a growing community hub with a mission, celebrated its one-year anniversary on Sunday, June 29, at its location at 1709 Main Street in Lake Como. Operated by Circle of Friends, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit based in Belmar, the café employs 19 adults with ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ — The City of Asbury Park is now accepting applications for the role of Deputy City Manager, a full-time executive position that plays a key role in the coordination and administration of municipal operations. The salary range for the position is $90,000 to $120,000, and ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ – Two standout student-athletes from Asbury Park High School were recognized for their exceptional accomplishments at the 2025 Legislative District 11 Student Athlete Award Ceremony, hosted by Senator Vin Gopal and Assemblywomen Margie Donlon and Luanne Peterpaul last week at The ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ – Mercy Center, a nonprofit working to break the cycle of generational poverty in the greater Asbury Park area, has announced significant changes to its leadership team, appointing Sea Girt resident Laurence M. Downes as chairman of its board of trustees. The move comes as the ...
MONMOUTH BEACH, NJ – After 37 years of serving seniors across Monmouth and Ocean Counties from its longtime location at Monmouth Mall, the Senior Citizens Activities Network (SCAN), an organization centered on community and connectivity, is turning the page towards an exciting new chapter of ...
MONMOUTH COUNTY – A New York man has been convicted on all counts at trial for sexually assaulting a child in a local motel room a little over two years ago, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced Friday June 27th.Following the trial before Monmouth County Superior Court Judge ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ — A 19-year-old lifeguard is recovering after sustaining a serious injury in a workplace accident on the Asbury Park beach Wednesday morning. According to city officials, the incident occurred around 9:30 a.m. on June 25 while the lifeguard was securing an umbrella to her stand.The ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ — A towering 20-foot inflatable cigarette butt took center stage at Bradley Park Thursday morning as teens, local officials, and public health advocates gathered to reinforce New Jersey’s ban on smoking at public beaches. The dramatic display, part of the "No Butts on the Beach" ...
MONMOUTH COUNTY, NJ — The Monmouth County Park System Golf Administration Team is proud to welcome PGA Professional Damien Hamlett to its instructional staff!With extensive teaching experience and a passion for the game, Hamlett brings a fresh energy to the Park System’s golf offerings, launching a ...
MONMOUTH COUNTY — July is National Parks & Recreation Month, and Monmouth County is marking the occasion with a packed calendar of activities designed to connect residents and visitors with the great outdoors, local history, and family-friendly fun.From seining in Sandy Hook Bay and boat tours ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ — Teen Impact Jersey Coast (TIJC), a group of high school girls committed to making a difference in their communities, awarded a $9,200 operating grant to Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) of Ocean County during its first-ever “Big Give” event on June 1 at McLoone’s Supper ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ — Celebrate Independence Day a day early with Asbury Park’s annual fireworks display on Thursday, July 3 at 9:00 PM. The dazzling show will light up the sky above the oceanfront, drawing residents and visitors alike to the city’s iconic boardwalk for one of the Jersey Shore’s most ...
This is a public service announcement: FREEHOLD, NJ – June 21, 2025 – In the wake of the severe storms that swept through Monmouth County on Thursday, June 19, Commissioner Director Thomas A. Arnone has issued a statement updating residents on the ongoing power restoration efforts and available ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ — The City of Asbury Park has completed repaving and restriping Asbury Avenue between Main Street and Heck Street to implement roadway narrowing and install new protected bicycle lanes. The project is part of a broader effort by the city’s Transportation Department to enhance road ...
MONMOUTH COUNTY — As demand for vital human services surged across Monmouth County, the Division of Social Services (DSS) faced mounting pressure to meet the community’s growing needs. From financial and medical assistance to housing and food programs, DSS staff worked tirelessly—but urgently ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ — Asbury Underground, the city’s iconic art and music crawl, is set to return with a dynamic weekend celebration spotlighting the talents of over 75 local musicians and visual artists. The event transforms Asbury Park into a vibrant gallery and concert space, offering a freeform ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ — In a landmark but deeply divisive decision, the U.S. Supreme Court on Monday upheld Tennessee’s ban on transition-related healthcare for transgender youth, triggering swift condemnation from LGBTQ+ advocates across New Jersey.Though the ruling in U.S. v. Skrmetti does not ...
BELMAR, NJ — Get ready for a night of magic and memories. Circle of Friends, a Belmar-based nonprofit that champions inclusion for adults with intellectual disabilities, is rolling out the red carpet for its highly anticipated 2025 Prom on Tuesday, June 25. This year’s theme? WICKED — promising an ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ — The City of Asbury Park will come alive with culture, music, and community spirit during the 2025 Juneteenth Family Arts & Cultural Festival on Saturday, June 21, from 12:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. at Springwood Avenue Park. This free, family-friendly event will feature live music, ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ — In the wake of a deadly and politically motivated attack on Minnesota lawmakers, State Senator Vin Gopal and Assemblywomen Margie Donlon and Luanne Peterpaul issued a joint statement condemning the violence and offering support to their colleagues.“We are horrified by the tragic ...