BELMAR, NJ — “What most people do not realize is when you are diagnosed with Asperger’s syndrome, you still have hope, dreams and plans for a bright future just like everyone else. Disabilities, physical or mental, do not interfere with those aspirations in life, and they certainly do not interfere with mine.”

And with those words, Belmar resident Christian McCloskey ...

LONG BEACH TOWNSHIP, NJ — There is an inspiring story behind the recent 10th Annual Coquina Jam, a women’s team surf competition and fundraiser that benefits David’s Dream and Believe Cancer Foundation.

The foundation's leadership wrote the following letter of gratitude to the surfing contest organizers, including surf and skate apparel maker Jetty.

This past ...

BELMAR, NJ — An afternoon on the links and an evening of enjoyment is on tap for the Circle of Friends-HYDAS annual golf outing on Tuesday, July 17 at Jumping Brook Country Club in Neptune.

Traditionally the largest fundraiser for the all-volunteer organization, the outing will feature a round of golf with a 1 p.m. shotgun start, as well as lunch and dinner served buffet-style at 6:30 ...