Asbury Park Top Stories
By MATT DOHERTY
October 2, 2024
BELMAR, NJ — This Breast Cancer Awareness Month, The Breasties invite everyone to join them at The Breastie Bash, a fundraiser aimed at supporting and improving the experiences of individuals impacted by breast and gynecologic cancer. The event will take place at Beach Haus Brewery in Belmar, NJ, ...
SAYREVILLE, NJ -- Jon Bon Jovi walked out to a roaring crowd of teens on Tuesday at his alma mater, Sayreville War Memorial High School, where he was officially inducted into the High School’s Hall of Fame.Bon Jovi, a Sayreville native, has sold more than 120 million records, has numerous ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ — Catsbury Park rescue has announced that the beloved Marbelous Mr Marbles will be joining its annual Cat Convention this year. The Catsbury Park Cat Convention, a celebration of all things feline, will take place on October 5 at Bellworks from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.Hosted by Catsbury ...
RED BANK, NJ: Red Bank Police Chief Darren McConnell has officially resigned, effective today, Monday, September 30, after being embroiled in a misconduct investigation tied to allegations of favoritism and abuse of authority. McConnell, who had been suspended with pay since March, agreed to ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ – The City Council of Asbury Park recently announced that the City has achieved Silver Level Certification from Sustainable Jersey for the fourth time, underscoring its unwavering commitment to the environment and dedication to sustainable practices. This prestigious recognition ...
ATLANTIC CITY, NJ – Visit Atlantic City has announced a major leadership transition with the retirement of President and CEO Larry Sieg, who has been instrumental in advancing Atlantic City's reputation as a premier travel and tourism destination. Gary Musich, currently Vice President of Sales, ...
LINCROFT, NJ - If you’ve ever wondered what it might feel like to come face-to-face with a Triceratops or peer into the teeth of a T-Rex, now’s your chance. Nestled within the scenic Brookdale Community College campus in Lincroft, New Jersey, the Monmouth Museum is bringing ancient history to life ...
SPRING LAKE, NJ – Local municipalities along the Jersey Coast are grappling with a surge of federal and state mandates and initiatives, from offshore wind energy to 5G cell towers and flood zone expansions. At a public meeting last night, attended by around 150 residents, the Spring Lake governing ...
HIGHLANDS, NJ – In a unique demonstration of sustainable innovation, the Schooner Apollonia, a wind-powered sail freight vessel, made its first visit to Highlands, NJ, on Sunday morning. The event, organized by Attentive Energy, an offshore wind company working in New Jersey, drew more than 50 ...
WASHINGTON - President Joe Biden signed an executive order Thursday at The White House that targets gun violence, creates government task forces focused on increasing threats of gun violence, and improves active shooter drills in schools.For Nancy Kislin, a licensed clinical social worker, ...
MONMOUTH COUNTY - The Culinary Education Center of Monmouth County (CEC) located at 101 Drury Lane, Asbury Park, NJ, will open its doors for lunch service starting on September 28, 2024. The delicious hand-crafted menus are prepared by the professional instructors and student chefs and served every ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ – Starting October 1st, the Jersey Shore Rescue Mission will officially rebrand as the Market Street Mission – Jersey Shore, aligning with its parent organization, the Market Street Mission, which has been providing aid in Northern New Jersey since 1889. This change is part of a ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ – What started as a casual cookout among friends has grown into one of the most talked-about pop-ups in town. Mike Solomon, owner of Little Andy's Burgers, is serving up California-style smash burgers at Confections of a Rockstar on Cookman Avenue. The journey, Solomon says, began ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ - Small business owners in Asbury Park are invited to join the Chamber of Commerce for a special networking event aimed at fostering growth and collaboration within the local business community. The event, titled "Business Made Social," will take place this Wednesday at Asbury Park ...
AVON-BY-THE-SEA - Per a police department release, around 6:45 PM on Sunday, 9/22/24, Avon Police responded to a call of multiple swimmers in distress.Two swimmers were rescued and transported for evaluation for Jersey Shore University Medical Center. The third swimmer, identified as a 55-year-old ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ — The City of Asbury Park is calling on community members to support local children by donating to the United Way’s 2024 Warmest Wishes Coat Drive. The initiative seeks new coats, with tags, in youth sizes XS to XL to ensure children in the area stay warm during the colder ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ — In celebration of its 20th anniversary, Garden State Equality is proud to announce the acquisition of a new statewide headquarters in a 9,000 square foot historic building in Asbury Park. The organization’s Executive Director, Christian Fuscarino, shared the news, highlighting the ...
OAKHURST, NJ - On Saturday, September 14th, the Arc of Monmouth celebrated a major milestone: its 75th anniversary. The Founders Day Celebration was held at Rising Treetops in Oakhurst where the organization honored its decades of service and advocacy for people with intellectual and developmental ...
TRENTON, NJ — Black bears are on the move in New Jersey, looking for food in preparation for the winter denning season.The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) Fish and Wildlife is asking the public to secure their trash and food sources, to reduce the potential for ...
Washington, DC: GoMo Health, an Asbury Park-based company, has been honored as one of the nation’s first certified Recovery Friendly Workplaces (RFW) by the Global Recovery Initiatives Foundation (GRI). The company’s leadership in addressing substance use disorder (SUD) recovery in the workplace ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ – Drivers from Asbury Park are seeing mixed gas prices in nearby areas, with significant savings available if they're willing to travel a few extra minutes. Phillips 66 stations on Route 35 in Wall and Sylvania Avenue in Neptune City are offering regular 87 octane fuel for as low as ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ - After a five-year break, Asbury Park ALIVE! is back and ready to invigorate the community on Saturday, September 21st, 2024, from 12 pm to 4 pm. The event, hosted by the Asbury Park Mayor’s Wellness Committee, will take place at various locations throughout the community, focusing ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ - The Sea.Hear.Now Festival in Asbury Park ended on a high note this weekend with a spectacular three-hour concert by Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band. In their first-ever beach performance at Asbury Park, the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame artist and his band delivered a dynamic ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ - The Asbury Park Police Department has announce its upcoming National Night Out celebration, set to take place on Thursday, September 19th, from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. at Springwood Park. This highly anticipated event is designed to strengthen bonds between law enforcement officers and ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ — Homeowners in Asbury Park now have a new opportunity to transform their properties with essential repairs, thanks to a new Home Improvement Program launched in partnership with Community Grants Planning & Housing (CGP&H). The program offers up to $25,000 in funding to ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ - The stage is set for an extraordinary weekend in Asbury Park as the Sea.Hear.Now Festival returns to the Jersey Shore on September 14-15, 2024. This year’s festival is gearing up to be one for the history books, with Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band headlining Sunday night, ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ - The 2nd Annual JoyFest, a vibrant community celebration supporting Blue Dot: Social & Community Wellness, is set to light up Pat's 30 Acres in Wall, NJ, on Tuesday, September 17th, from 5:30 to 8:30 pm. With an array of live music, food trucks, games, and more, the event aims ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ — The City of Asbury Park’s Business Committee is excited to unveil the Shop.Here.Now initiative, a new program designed to showcase and support the city’s vibrant local business community. Set to coincide with the Sea.Hear.Now festival on September 14-15, 2024, this initiative aims ...
Monmouth County Job FairSeptember 18 @ 9:30 am - 1:00 pmRobert J. Collins ArenaParking lot #6 to the Collins ArenaMAPAre you looking for a job? Time for a career change? Get your resume ready! The Monmouth County Board of Commissioners invites job seekers to attend the 2024 Workforce Development ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ – TAPinto is committed to supporting small businesses, the backbone of local communities like Asbury Park. As the off-season approaches, we are eager to help promote the unique shops, restaurants, and services that make our community vibrant and special.To encourage more residents ...