Asbury Park Top Stories
By OFFICE OF COUNTY CLERK CHRISTINE GIORDANO HANLON
May 21, 2025
Above: Monmouth County Clerk Christine Giordano Hanlon. FREEHOLD, NJ – As the June Primary Election approaches, Monmouth County Clerk Christine Giordano Hanlon is reminding voters to download a free mobile elections app created for Monmouth County voters. Designed by the County Clerk’s Office, the ...
MONMOUTH COUNTY — A 19-year-old man has been arrested and charged following an armed robbery during a merchandise transaction in Howell Township, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Thursday.Giancarlo Nevarez, a resident of the Clarksburg section of Millstone, faces several ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ — Get ready for a high-energy kickoff to summer as the Asbury Park Chamber of Commerce brings back AsburyFest, a beloved tradition featuring three days of mouthwatering eats, live music, and family-friendly entertainment in the heart of the city.Set to take place June 6th, 7th, and ...
PISCATAWAY – Tom Maniscalco, an 85-year-old engineering student who on Sunday became the oldest graduate in Rutgers’ 258-year history, had just given the traditional Red Lion Bell a mighty ring when he paused to offer some advice to his younger classmates.You – yes, each one of you! - can change ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ — The Asbury Park Historical Society is extending an open invitation to community members and history enthusiasts to join its efforts in preserving the city’s unique and vibrant past.Dedicated to advancing the understanding, appreciation, and restoration of Asbury Park’s historical ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ — The Asbury Park Train Station will spring back to life on Tuesday, May 20, after a tentative agreement was reached between NJ TRANSIT and the Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and Trainmen (BLET), ending the system’s first rail strike in over 40 years.NJ TRANSIT announced Sunday ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ — Garden State Equality is speaking out forcefully against a new report released by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), calling it a politically driven attack on transgender youth that misrepresents established medical science and promotes discredited practices ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ — The usually busy Asbury Park train station sat eerily silent today as New Jersey’s first locomotive engineers strike in more than four decades brought NJ Transit rail service to a complete standstill. The Brotherhood of Locomotive Engineers and Trainmen (BLET), representing 450 ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ — The Asbury Park Arts Council invites filmmakers, film lovers, and creatives of all kinds to its Spring Filmmaker Meetup, taking place Thursday, May 22 at the Asbury Park Public Library. This free event offers a chance to connect with fellow artists, hear updates on exciting local ...
BELMAR, NJ — One of the Garden State’s most popular spring traditions returns this weekend as the 37th Annual New Jersey Seafood Festival takes over Ferruggiaro Park at Silver Lake in Belmar from May 17 to 19. With free admission, live music, craft vendors, and a mouthwatering lineup of local ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ — The Asbury Park Chamber of Commerce is inviting local professionals, entrepreneurs, and business owners to make meaningful connections at its monthly business card exchange, taking place Wednesday, May 21 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the iconic Berkeley Oceanfront Hotel.Set against the ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ — Two men have admitted guilt in connection with a July 2023 shooting in Asbury Park that claimed the life of a 21-year-old man and left two others injured, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced Tuesday.Appearing before Superior Court Judge Jill G. O’Malley on ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ — Monmouth County legislators expressed relief and joy following news of the safe return of Edan Alexander, a 21-year-old New Jersey native who had been held hostage by the terrorist group Hamas since October 7, 2023.State Senator Vin Gopal, Assemblywoman Margie Donlon, M.D., and ...
EV Mandate Not Ready for Prime TimeI believe New Jersey must foster an economic environment that supports both businesses andconsumers. We must also address a pressing issue with significant implications for our state'sfinancial priorities: the Advanced Clean Cars II (ACC II) rule. While ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ - The Jersey Shore Running Club’s 2025 RunAPalooza event was held on April 5 along the scenic oceanfront from Seaside Heights to Asbury Park. This year’s race drew thousands of runners and volunteers, culminating in a remarkable $100,000 raised for the Jersey Shore Dream Center, a ...
 (L-R: Monmouth County Clerk Christine Giordano Hanlon, Monmouth County Commissioner Deputy Director Susan M. Kiley, Monmouth County Sheriff Shaun Golden, Monmouth County Commissioner Director Thomas A. Arnone, and Monmouth County Commissioner Dominick “Nick” DiRocco. Photo by Monmouth County ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ - The Monmouth County Sheriff’s HOPE One Mobile Unit is visiting Asbury Park Housing Authority properties throughout the month of May, bringing vital addiction recovery resources, education, and support directly to residents in need.Launched in 2019, the HOPE One initiative is ...
BELMAR, NJ — Treat Mom to a memorable meal this Mother’s Day at Beach Haus Brewery, where the team is rolling out a decadent brunch buffet on Sunday, May 11 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Guests will enjoy a wide-ranging spread featuring breakfast classics, made-to-order omelets, pasta favorites, savory ...
NEW JERSEY — Gov. Phil Murphy cannot run for a third term and the field to replace him is wide open and crowded as 11 candidates vie for their party’s nominations in the June 10 primary election.That has left voters across the state with a number of questions on their minds, including some of the ...
MONMOUTH, NJ — The Ritesh Shah Charitable Pharmacy (RSCP) has announced the appointment of Joseph Howe, CPA, as President of the organization, marking a significant milestone for one of New Jersey’s leading nonprofit pharmacies dedicated to expanding access to essential medications.A longtime ...
MONMOUTH COUNTY– In an initiative aimed at empowering older adults to remain in their homes safely and independently, Monmouth County’s Division on Aging, Disabilities and Veterans Services, in partnership with SCAN (Senior Citizens Activity Network), has launched the “Successful Aging in Place” ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ — Solar Landscape, the nation’s leading developer of commercial rooftop solar projects, has been named one of the “Fastest Growing Companies in the Americas” by the Financial Times. The prestigious 2025 ranking highlights the 300 companies across North, Central, and South America ...
MONTCLAIR, NJ – In about 13 months, the first games of the FIFA World Cup 2026™ will kick off. Canada, Mexico and the United States are hosting the biggest World Cup ever, with a total of eight games to be played at MetLife Stadium in East Rutherford, NJ, including the final match of the ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ — In a heartfelt gathering held in Mercy Center’s peaceful garden sanctuary on April 24, nearly 50 community members joined together to reaffirm their commitment to ending sexual assault, child abuse, and violence. The event marked the close of both Sexual Assault Awareness Month ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ — A 19-year-old Asbury Park man has been charged in connection with a shooting that occurred last month in the city, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced Friday.Jahsaad Banks faces charges of first-degree Attempted Murder, second-degree Unlawful Possession of a ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ - We are sharing Mr. De Seno’s guest column again this week for our readers—read it in full below.First, thanks to TAPinto Asbury Park for giving me a chance to set the record straight.Five different news outlets (calling some of them "news" is generous) reported on this plan — but ...
MONMOUTH COUNTY, NJ — A Howell resident has admitted to stealing approximately $4 million from her employer over a six-year period and failing to report the illicit income on her tax returns, according to New Jersey Attorney General Matthew J. Platkin.Jeanette Avellan, 62, pleaded guilty in ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ - Garden State Equality is calling on passionate leaders, mentors, and changemakers to join its 2025 summer camp team. The organization is currently hiring Senior and Junior Summer Camp Counselors, along with Counselors-in-Training (CITs), for its annual Changemakers Summer Camp—a ...
BELMAR, NJ - Baseball fans and history enthusiasts are invited to Memorial Field on Saturday, May 10, for a rare and entertaining glimpse into the past. Monmouth Furnace will take on the Hoboken 9 in an Old Time Baseball Game played entirely under 1864 rules. The first pitch is scheduled for 12:00 ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ — Seven students from Sisters Academy of New Jersey in Asbury Park joined nearly 400 peers from across the state this past weekend for the YMCA Youth and Government Conference, a three-day immersive experience in legislative decision-making held at the Hilton East Brunswick ...