Asbury Park Top Stories
By MATT DOHERTY
June 23, 2024
ASBURY PARK, NJ – The Asbury Park Little League recently held its annual banquet, marking another successful season with celebrations that highlighted the accomplishments of its players and the community’s support. This year’s banquet placed a special emphasis on the league’s new girls' softball ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ – The City of Asbury Park invites residents and visitors to explore the wonders of urban gardening with the kickoff of its Community Garden Tours this summer. The first tour commenced this past Saturday at the garden located at the corner of Bangs & Memorial ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ - In response to the rising temperatures, the City of Asbury Park has announced that a Cooling Center will be open to the public from Friday, June 21, through Sunday, June 23, operating daily from 9 AM to 5 PM. The Cooling Center will be located at the Senior Center on 1201 ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ – On a sunny Thursday, the bustling Mercy Center in Asbury Park transformed its usual food pantry service into a vibrant barbecue event in celebration of Juneteenth, drawing a crowd of over 400 locals. The event marked the historical June 19, 1865, when Texas slaves were informed of ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ - In an exciting initiative aimed at fostering community engagement and providing leisure opportunities for its residents, the City of Asbury Park will provide free Beach Access Cards for local families, enabling them to enjoy the sandy stretches of their choice throughout the ...
NEPTUNE TOWNSHIP, NJ — TAPinto Neptune/Neptune City would like to wish its readers a happy Juneteenth! Juneteenth, officially Juneteenth National Independence Day, became a federal holiday in the United States in 2021. It celebrates when freedom finally came to the more than 250,000 enslaved ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ – In honor of Juneteenth, the city of Asbury Park announces special schedule changes for public services and government facilities. The observance will affect operations across several city departments, promoting the importance of this day in reflecting on the history and ...
NEPTUNE CITY, NJ — With 75 years in business, Kelly's Tavern continues to be a beloved destination for great food, drinks and joyous moments at the Jersey Shore. A celebration is planned on Saturday, June 22, featuring live music by Eamonn Ryan and the Express and Tom Gentile, starting at 4 ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ – In a welcome surprise at the Asbury Underground art and music crawl, Jon Stewart, renowned for his role as host of “The Daily Show,” took to the stage with his newly formed band, "Church and State," for their debut performance. The event, a highlight of the North to Shore ...
UPPER FREEHOLD, NJ – In a remarkable gesture of philanthropy, Mary Ellen Harris of the Golden Dome Foundation presented a $175,000 check to Marty’s Place Senior Dog Sanctuary, aiming to improve the quality of life for elderly dogs and their caretakers. This contribution marks one of the largest ...
FREEHOLD, NJ – In a landmark case that has drawn attention from animal rights advocates nationwide, a 19-year-old Asbury Park resident was sentenced to five years in state prison for the torture and murder of his pet cat. The Monmouth County Prosecutor's Office announced the sentencing on Friday, ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ - This Sunday, June 16, marks a special celebration of Father's Day in Asbury Park, and TAPinto recognizes the pivotal role these individuals play in the lives of their children. Father’s Day is an opportunity to recognize the profound impact fathers and father figures have in ...
HOLMDEL, NJ: Bell Works Career Day is back! Join the networking in the Main Atrium on Friday June 21 from 10am-2pm! Meet many Bell Works tenants who are hiring now! This is a free event, reserve here. ⚡Meet the diverse tenants of Bell Works from 10am-2pm ⚡Learn from various career-focused ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ - Tomorrow from 12 pm to 7 pm, Downtown Asbury will be hosting the Asbury Underground Crawl. This year’s celebration is expected to bring a large crowd, especially since the event hasn't happened since 2019. The Asbury Underground Crawl is a free event that features about one ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ — In a move to bolster city management, Asbury Park officials announced the appointment of Mr. John B. Hayes as the new Deputy City Manager, effective July 1, 2024. This decision comes after a unanimous vote by the City Council during last night's meeting. Mr. Hayes, who will report ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ — This summer, the City of Asbury Park is delighted to announce the opening of a new Water Spray Park, offering families a fun and free way to cool off. Located behind AP Middle School on Atkins Ave, the park is set to become a local hotspot for children and their families. The ...
MONMOUTH COUNTY– The MonmouthNJ250 Committee has announced an advisory board to provide historical insight and direction in the county’s efforts to educate the public about Monmouth County’s rich Revolutionary history as part of the county’s commemoration of America’s Semiquincentennial, ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ— Last Thursday, Asbury Park Brewery marked a significant milestone with the grand opening of its expansive new brewery and tasting room at 614 Cookman Ave. The event, which began with a private gathering and culminated in a festive public celebration, drew local celebrities, ...
Happy May! I hope everyone had a great Mother's Day Weekend with their families! I have been extremely busy, and I would like to take some time to share what I have been up to around Monmouth County. To start, I am excited to share that my fellow Commissioners and I recently announced that, ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ - Ongoing transformation reaches another milestone as the city council prepares to host a public hearing and presentation on the 1201 Memorial Avenue Redevelopment Plan. Scheduled for June 12, 2024, this event invites residents to engage directly in the planning process. Over the ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ - In a significant development for educational funding in Asbury Park, and the rest of New Jersey, Governor Phil Murphy has signed new legislation co-sponsored by State Senator Vin Gopal, effectively restoring $44.7 million in state aid to local school districts. This legislative ...
NEW BRUNSWICK – The zoning is the problem, Newark Mayor and gubernatorial candidate Ras J. Baraka said at the New Jersey Planning and Redevelopment Conference on Friday. “The zoning laws are what is prohibiting us from developing the way we need to develop,” Baraka, 54, said. “The state is ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ – In a pioneering initiative, the Tigger Stavola Foundation, together with GoMo Health, has unveiled 'LED by Tigger,' a groundbreaking mobile tool designed to educate 7th to 12th graders about the dangers of drugs, alcohol, marijuana, and vaping. This first-of-its-kind program ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ - The Bruce Springsteen Archives & Center for American Music has unveiled a new pop-up exhibit and shop located in the Convention Hall complex on the iconic Asbury Boardwalk. Situated at 1317 Convention Hall, the pop-up is set to honor a pivotal moment in music history — the ...
ROCHELLE PARK, NJ — After more than a dozen years working with The Commerce and Industry Association of New Jersey (CIANJ) and COMMERCE Magazine, editor Diane C. Walsh is retiring. “I want to thank Diane for her many years of service and dedication to serving the business leaders of New Jersey, ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ – The City of Asbury Park recently announced the opening of a new playground on 2nd Avenue Beach, marking a significant enhancement to the local community's recreational facilities. The playground is distinctively designed with two separate areas tailored for different age groups: ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ — The City of Asbury Park is inviting residents to lace up their skates for a roller skate party at Springwood Park this Monday, June 17. The event, which will run from 12:30 PM to 4:30 PM, promises a delightful afternoon filled with music, food, and lively entertainment suitable ...
NEPTUNE, NJ – The Monmouth County Board of County Commissioners and the Monmouth County Division on Aging, Disabilities & Veterans Services will host a public hearing session for County residents to obtain information and provide comments on the services provided to Monmouth County’s older ...
OCEAN GROVE, NJ — The annual Art On The Porch event returns to Ocean Grove on Saturday, June 8, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Use this online map to find this year's art exhibits which will be on display throughout Ocean Grove. Printed maps will be available at two locations on the event day: ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ — This June, the Asbury Park Public Library is bustling with an array of events catering to both children and adults, making it a hub of community activity. From educational workshops to leisurely book clubs, the library is set to ensure that community members have plenty of ...