Asbury Park Top Stories
By MATT DOHERTY
March 9, 2026
ASBURY PARK, NJ – Unseasonably warm temperatures and bright skies helped draw thousands of spectators to downtown Asbury Park on Sunday as the city hosted its 12th annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade, turning Cookman Avenue and surrounding streets into a sea of green.From the first sound of bagpipes ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ – A classroom filled with young readers, curious questions, and a few familiar faces in uniform made for a memorable morning on Thursday, March 5, as the Asbury Park Police Department welcomed Acting Attorney General Jennifer Davenport to take part in the nationwide Read Across ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ – Residents across Monmouth County are invited to celebrate Women’s History Month with an evening event hosted by the elected officials representing New Jersey’s 11th Legislative District on Monday, March 9.The event will take place from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m. at Parlor Gallery, located ...
MONMOUTH COUNTY: MONMOUTH COUNTY, NJ — Communities across the country celebrate Read Across America each March, a nationwide literacy initiative launched in 1998 by the National Education Association to encourage a lifelong love of reading among children. The annual celebration began March 2, the ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ – In response to recent changes in New Jersey state law, the City of Asbury Park has launched a new online page where residents can view official legal notices previously published in print newspapers.Under the updated law, municipalities across the state are now required to post ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ – The luck of the Irish will be on full display this Sunday as the Asbury Park St. Patrick’s Day Parade returns on March 8, bringing thousands of spectators, marchers, and musicians together for one of the city’s most festive traditions.The parade steps off at 1 p.m. near Convention ...
Calling all #MonmouthCounty 4th-graders! You’re invited to enter the annual “My County” poster contest sponsored by our Constitutional Officers! Monmouth County Clerk Christine Giordano Hanlon, County Sheriff Shaun Golden and Surrogate Maureen T. Raisch are challenging each student to create a ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ – One of the Asbury Park Boardwalk’s most recognizable restaurants has closed its doors after nearly two decades serving residents and visitors along the oceanfront.Stella Marina, the Italian restaurant overlooking the beach south of Convention Hall, announced the news on its ...
TRENTON, NJ – Support from within the ranks of the New Jersey State Police came swiftly after Governor Mikie Sherrill announced Jeanne Hengemuhle as her pick to serve as Acting Superintendent.Wayne Blanchard, President of the State Troopers Fraternal Association, led the chorus of union backing, ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ – The Asbury Park School District took a moment to recognize outstanding students, athletes, and staff members from across four schools in February.The district congratulated its honorees for their dedication, perseverance, and hard work, noting that their efforts do not go ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ – After a strong response from families and students this winter, the Asbury Park PAL is bringing back its popular Homework Help Program for a second session this spring.The free supplemental learning program, held at the PAL Boxing Club on Main Street, will run from March 18 ...
MIDDLETOWN, NJ– A former Middletown Township teacher and high school coach has been sentenced to 5½ years in state prison for engaging in a sexual relationship with a student. Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced the sentencing on Tuesday. The case was prosecuted by Monmouth ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ – Sometimes the best conversations happen over a slice of pizza. On Friday, March 27, residents will have the chance to sit down, grab a free slice, and talk face-to-face with the officers who patrol their neighborhoods as the Asbury Park Police Department hosts “Pizza With ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ – A favorite local fundraiser that blends good food with a good cause is officially back for 2026.Hosted by the Kiwanis Club of Asbury Park, the annual EAT HERE NOW dining fundraiser returns by popular demand, offering residents a chance to support vulnerable children and youth ...
MONMOUTH COUNTY — The County Board of County Commissioners supported the first-ever Organizing Monmouth collaboration event on Feb. 20, at Brookdale Community College, bringing together more than 200 leaders and stakeholders to discuss human services needs and available resources across the ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ – As winter continues along the Jersey Shore, local officials are reminding residents that help is available for those facing food insecurity.The City of Asbury Park is promoting an updated Winter 2026 list of area food pantries serving Asbury Park and nearby communities, including ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ – The snow may have slowed things down, but it certainly didn’t cancel the fun.After a weather-related delay, the Asbury Park Waterfront Wine Tour has been rescheduled for Sunday, March 1 at 12 p.m., giving locals and visitors alike the perfect excuse to shake off the last of the ...
SEA GIRT/HOWELL - From patrol to prime time, from -11 degrees on Sea Girt's beach singing God Bless America to the hot lights of Hollywoord— Howell’s own Julia Sienna is headed to Hollywood.The 20-year-old Sea Girt police officer stunned the American Idol judges Monday night, earning a coveted ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ – As February comes to a close, the City of Asbury Park is looking ahead to a busy and engaging month for local seniors, with a full slate of programs and activities planned at the Asbury Park Senior Center.If cabin fever has been lingering after a long winter, the calendar at the ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ – After a night of howling winds, heavy snow, and flickering lights along the Boardwalk and beyond, Asbury Park woke up to a quieter — but still very white — Monday morning.The blizzard that tore through the region Sunday into Monday left behind dense, heavy snowfall and powerful ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ – City officials are closely monitoring forecasts calling for heavy snow, strong northeast winds, and the potential for coastal flooding from Sunday, February 22 through Monday, February 23. Blizzard conditions are possible along the coast, with snowfall rates of up to two inches ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ – Just as the last stubborn snowbanks were finally shrinking along the Boardwalk and in neighborhood parking lots, winter has decided it’s not finished with us yet. A significant winter storm is forecast to impact Asbury Park from Sunday morning through Monday afternoon, bringing ...
Belmar’s biggest party of the year is back, and Beach Haus is once again the place to be for Parade Day on Saturday, March 1. With unbeatable views, live music all day, new beers, and limited-edition merchandise, Beach Haus is setting the stage for a full-day St. Patrick’s Day celebration.Doors ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ – Families are invited to the February Pop-Up Book Date at the Asbury Park Public Library on Saturday, February 21 at 11 a.m. for a morning of stories, songs, crafts, and live music with Mr. Trapp.This month’s program aligns with the National African American Read-Ins, featuring ...
MONMOUTH COUNTY, NJ — Julia Santiago, known on stage as Julia Sienna, brought confidence, authenticity, a magnetic personality, and a powerhouse voice to the national spotlight Monday night, earning a golden ticket to Hollywood on American Idol.The 20-year-old Sea Girt police officer made a ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ – This week's edition of Beyond the Boardwalk marks Black History Month by spotlighting several of Asbury Park’s outstanding Black-owned businesses. The column revisits in-depth interviews with Robert Leaks of Leaks Fitness on Main Street, who transformed a personal setback into a ...
NEW JERSEY: Rocking for Inclusion (RFI), a new addition to the New Jersey music scene, is first and foremost a talented band — some of whose members just happen to have autism. Rather than defining itself by disability, RFI is driven by passion, dedication, and a shared love of music and live ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ — For a few hours on Saturday morning, February 14, the familiar stretch outside Asbury Park Convention Hall felt less like a winter boardwalk and more like a reality show set.Fans of all ages gathered along the boards for the New Jersey stop of the nationwide Survivor 50 Challenge, ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ – A Monmouth County jury has found an Asbury Park man guilty in connection with a fatal shooting that shook the city in early 2023, bringing a significant development in a case that unfolded in broad daylight at one of the community’s busiest intersections.Following a month-long ...
MONMOUTH COUNTY, NJ: Attention #MonmouthCounty students! The application period is now open for the Monmouth County Clerk's Office 2026 Summer Internship Program! This is a great opportunity to work under the direction of Monmouth County Clerk Christine Giordano Hanlon and witness your government ...