Asbury Park Top Stories
By JULIE ANDREOLA GRILLO
March 3, 2025
ASBURY PARK, NJ - Author, speaker, entrepreneur, and community activist Pamela Major spoke to the Asbury Park Mayor and Council last Wednesday night about her continued work with Mercy Center and an interfaith coalition throughout the city that is addressing domestic violence and sexual assault in ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ — In a decisive move to reaffirm its commitment to equity and inclusion, the Asbury Park Board of Education has passed a resolution declaring the district a "safe space" for all students, regardless of gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, race, creed, nationality, ...
Commissioner Director Thomas A. Arnone, on behalf of the Monmouth County Board of County Commissioners, delivered the State of the County address which discussed the County’s accomplishments in 2024 and its goals for 2025. Photo by Monmouth County Government. YOU CAN VIEW THE ENTIRE EVENT BY ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ - This past Wednesday, Kathleen Melgar, director of the Asbury Park Public Library and founding board member of the Asbury Park African-American Music Project (AP-AMP), participated in the “Public Library Partnerships for Sustainable Oral History Projects” panel at Princeton Public ...
Learn a new sport or show off your Kitchen King or Queen skills as you dink, slam and serve at the inaugural HABcore Pickleball Social. Hosted at The Atlantic Club’s new Pickleball Center in Manasquan, from 4 to 7 p.m. on March 30, event proceeds will benefit housing support programs for families, ...
BELMAR, NJ – One of the biggest days of the year in Belmar is almost here—St. Patrick’s Day Parade Day—and Beach Haus Brewery is ready to celebrate in style. This Sunday, the brewery will open its doors at 10 a.m., welcoming parade-goers with a festive atmosphere, great beer, and live Irish music.
ASBURY PARK, NJ – The Asbury Park Board of Education has announced a special town hall meeting to address pressing budget and funding concerns within the school district. The forum will take place on Saturday, March 1, at 10:00 a.m. in the Asbury Park High School Auditorium, located at 1003 Sunset ...
BELMAR, NJ – Get ready to don your green and embrace the Irish spirit—the biggest Saint Patrick's Day Parade in New Jersey is just around the corner. The Belmar Lake Como Saint Patrick's Day Parade is set to take over the streets this Sunday, March 2, 2025, promising a celebration like no ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ – This March, Interfaith Neighbors is rallying the community to support its Meals on Wheels program, which delivers more than 800 free meals every weekday to homebound seniors. The annual March for Meals campaign aims to raise awareness and resources to combat food insecurity and ...
A Community Affairs Resource Center Gala is always a fun time! The crowd is always energetic and the dance floor is packed! Don't miss: An Evening In The Mayfair - A Garden of Growth! CARC's 13th Annual Gala! Join CARC in celebrating greatness and giving in Monmouth County! Celebrate CARC's ...
ATLANTIC CITY, NJ — The Discover Boating Atlantic City Boat Show, in partnership with Progressive Insurance, is set to make waves at the Atlantic City Convention Center from February 26 to March 2, 2025. This must-attend event for boating enthusiasts, families, and water sports lovers will feature ...
MONMOUTH COUNTY– Today's sunshine brought a glimpse of spring to come! The parks were full of families embracing the warmer temperatures, as March marks the official arrival of spring, and brings with it plenty of opportunities to enjoy the Monmouth County Park System. Here’s what’s planned for ...
TRENTON, NJ — Gov. Phil Murphy proposed a record $58.1 billion state budget with more than $1 billion in new taxes and fees, a continued commitment to property-tax relief, and a raft of socially progressive initiatives that may collide with what he called “the noise of chaos and confusion” of ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ - Imagine spending one night sleeping outside in the cold so that a young person facing homelessness never has to. That’s the heart of Sleep Out, a powerful global fundraising and awareness movement sponsored by Covenant House. This March, the movement comes to Asbury Park ...
TINTON FALLS, NJ — Mayor Vito Perillo – New Jersey’s and America's oldest mayor – died on Saturday, Feb. 22, according to social media, news reports, and statements lauding his exemplary two-term community service.Perillo celebrated his 100th birthday on Sept. 22, 2024. In December, he announced he ...
MONMOUTH COUNTY - Monmouth County Commissioner Director Tom Arnone and Monmouth County Clerk Christine Hanlon met with a room of over 100 local business leaders on Friday 2/21/25 at Jumping Brook Country Club for the Monmouth Ocean Development Council’s February breakfast. Arnone and Hanlon ...
ASBURUY PARK, NJ – Congressman Frank Pallone (NJ-06) is calling on New Jersey residents to share their stories as his office faces a surge of calls from federal workers who have lost their jobs due to mass layoffs under President Donald Trump’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE). To ensure ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ – In a crowded Saint Augustine’s Church late this afternoon, all six candidates vying for the Democratic nomination for governor took the stage, delivering impassioned speeches to an engaged audience. From affordability to education, civil rights to economic development, each ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ – Volunteers from Kiwanis of Asbury Park recently stepped up to serve pancakes and more at the Asbury Park Little League’s annual pancake breakfast, helping to kick off registration for the 2025 season.The event, held as part of the league’s efforts to bring the community together ...
FREEHOLD – Freehold Emergency Medical Services and Atlantic Mobile Health, a division of Atlantic Health System, have partnered to establish an EMS Training Center for the Greater Freehold region. This collaboration expands access to high-quality prehospital and EMS training, which will better ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ — Wine lovers, mark your calendars. The Asbury Park Chamber of Commerce is set to host its much-anticipated Annual Boardwalk Wine Tour on Saturday, February 23, offering an afternoon of fine wine, great company, and a taste of some of the city’s top waterfront restaurants. The ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ – New Jersey’s commercial real estate owners have a critical opportunity ahead as the state prepares to open its 2025 Community Solar Energy Program (CSEP) application window. With demand for rooftop solar leases surging in recent years, landlords must act swiftly to capitalize on ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ - The 23rd Annual Garden State Film Festival is set to take center stage from March 27-30, 2025, bringing a dazzling lineup of films, exclusive events, and unparalleled networking opportunities to Asbury Park and Cranford, NJ. Recognized as a premier event for film enthusiasts and ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ - Newark Mayor Ras Baraka spoke at Fellowship Hall, Second Baptist Church, on Sunday afternoon, delivering a passionate address to a gathering of several dozen attendees. Speaking as a Democratic candidate for New Jersey governor, Baraka framed his campaign as a fight for economic ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ - Get ready to grab your green gear and join the celebration at the 11th Annual ShamRock N Roll, happening Sunday, February 16th, at the iconic Wonder Bar, located at 1213 Ocean Avenue in Asbury Park. This lively event runs from 2:00 PM to 8:00 PM and features an exciting lineup of ...
CAMDEN, NJ — Salt and brine used on the roads during recent winter weather and drought conditions in New Jersey may cause your tap water to taste salty, according to a news release Friday from New Jersey American Water. “(We) can confirm that water we’re providing customers continues to meet ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ – In celebration of Black History Month, Senator Vin Gopal, Assemblywoman Margie Donlon, and Assemblywoman Luanne Peterpaul, D-Monmouth, will host a special event honoring eight exceptional community leaders from Monmouth County. The event, scheduled for February 20, 2025, from 6 PM ...
BELMAR, NJ - The countdown to the Belmar and Lake Como Saint Patrick’s Day Parade is on, and the excitement continues this Sunday, February 16th, with a spirited fundraiser at Reef and Barrel, 153 Sea Girt Avenue, Manasquan, NJ, from 2 PM to 6 PM. Featuring live music, a hot-and-cold buffet, and a ...
NEPTUNE, NJ - Neptune High School is calling on the community to support The Sarah Stern Scholarship for the Arts, an initiative that provides financial assistance to a graduating senior pursuing an education in the arts. The scholarship, established in 2016, commemorates Sarah Stern, a beloved ...
LAKE COMO, NJ – The 17th annual Cupid’s Chase 5K, hosted by Community Options, Inc., inspired communities across the nation as over 11,000 runners participated in races at 48 locations on February 8th. This year’s event highlighted a growing commitment to supporting individuals with disabilities, ...