Hazlet & Keyport Top Stories
By MATT DOHERTY
February 26, 2025
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 ...
NEW JERSEY – A Monmouth County man admitted to filing a false tax return and causing more than $200,000 in tax losses for tax year 2018, Acting United States Attorney Vikas Khanna announced. Esposito’s unreported income resulted in a tax loss of approximately $1,149,372.Francis Esposito, 66, ...
MONMOUTH COUNTY: The Historical Commission is now accepting nominations for its 2025 Preservation Awards program, which recognizes individuals, organizations, and projects that contribute to the preservation of local history and heritage. The awards aim to honor efforts that promote the ...
MIDDLETOWN, NJ— In a poignant ceremony held at his Middletown office, Congressman Chris Smith (NJ-04) presented the Bronze Star Medal to Mike Vaccaro, a Vietnam War veteran, fifty years after he was originally recommended for the honor. The medal, awarded for his courageous service during the war, ...
RED BANK, NJ: The Borough of Red Bank is seeking to hire a part-time clerk in the Tax Assessor/Tax Collector Department. For a complete job description, click here. Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.Responsibilities Include Supporting the Tax Assessor and assisting the Tax ...
ATLANTIC CITY, NJ — Boating enthusiasts, fishing aficionados, and families looking for fun on the water will gather at the Discover Boating Atlantic City Boat Show, returning to the Atlantic City Convention Center from February 26 to March 2, 2025. In partnership with Progressive Insurance, this ...
HAZLET, NJ: According to Hazlet Township Police, at 9:50 a.m., Tuesday, dispatch answered a frantic call with a desperate voice on the other end of the line reporting that a dog was stranded on the frozen pond at Veteran’s Park. The pond had froze during the weeks of frigid weather, however the ...
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 ...
MONMOUTH COUNTY: A Medevac is landing now an Rt. 18 is completely shut down. Shortly after 12noon today a serious motor vehicle accident was reported on the south bound side of route 18 in the the Marlboro/Morganville area. There is a traffic advisory at this time, please avoid the area. First ...
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 ...
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 ...
HAZLET, NJ: The Hazlet Township Police Department has posted its 2024 annual report. The men and women in blue protecting residents every day, have made it easy for you to view the report: View it here or click image below: The purpose of the report is to summarize the departments challenges, ...
RED BANK, NJ: The Parker Family Health Center (PFHC) proudly marks its 25th anniversary of providing free, comprehensive healthcare to uninsured residents of Monmouth County. Founded in 2000, PFHC has remained steadfast in its mission to offer quality medical services to those in need, recording ...
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 2/14/25 at Jumping Brook Country Club for the Monmouth Ocean Development Council’s February breakfast. Arnone and Hanlon ...
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 ...
NEW JERSEY — The highly anticipated 23rd Annual Garden State Film Festival is set to take center stage from March 27-30, 2025, bringing an exciting array of films, exclusive events, and invaluable networking opportunities to the vibrant cities of Asbury Park and Cranford, New Jersey. As one of the ...
KEYPORT, NJ – Dominico Dispenza scored 23 points to lead Keyport to a 67-48 boys basketball victory over South Amboy on Saturday.Andrei Matthews finished with 17 points for the Red Raiders (19-7), who outscored South Amboy, 23-8, in the third quarter to take a 50-29 lead.Kai Arrington connected for ...
The Holmdel community lost a beloved member, Billy DiMaio (pictured above), in the horrific terror attack in New Orleans, in the early morning hours of January 1, 2025. To know Billy was to love him. His smile was radiant, his heart was pure. He is missed and loved deeply by so many. The DiMaio ...
UPDATE: PAYTON COX HAS BEEN LOCATED AND IS SAFENEPTUNE TOWNSHIP - As TAPinto Neptune previously reported, two young women were listed as missing, in unrelated events, by the Neptune Township Police this week, and one has been foiuind. Payton Cox, 15 and a student at Red Bank Catholic, remains ...
HAZLET, NJ: Two Hazlet Township Department of Public Works (DPW) workers were at the right place at the right time on Tuesday, when their swift actions helped a woman in distress.While en route to fuel their truck, workers Michael Armellino and Joseph Koisa were startled by the sound of a car alarm ...
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HOLMDEL, NJ: Join the talk at ChamberCast on Tuesday, 8:30am, February 25, 2025 at Bell Works, in Holmdel! Join the Monmouth Regional Chamber of Commerce in person dynamic networking and video podcast with A Shared Universe Podcast. Mingle with local business and community members and let's talk ...
MONMOUTH COUNTY – For the third consecutive year, Brookdale Community College has been honored as the best community college in New Jersey by Niche. In its 2025 Best Colleges rankings, Niche places Brookdale as the top two-year college in the state, ranking eighth overall among all colleges and ...
Red Bank, NJ: The Borough is seeking to hire a Part-Time Special Law Enforcement Officer Class II and a Special Law Enforcement Officer Class I/ Parking Enforcement Officer. See job description and requirements below.Special Law Enforcement Officer Class II The Red Bank Police Department is seeking ...
HAZLET, NJ — The Hazlet Senior Center celebrated "Pal-entine's Day" on February 13, bringing together seniors for a special luncheon focused on friendship and cherished connections. Held at the James J. Cullen Center, the event invited participants to celebrate love and companionship, a reminder of ...
February is National Cancer Prevention Month, a time dedicated to raising awareness about cancer prevention strategies that can help reduce the risk of developing this disease. While not all cancers are preventable, adopting healthy lifestyle choices and undergoing regular screenings can ...
SUMMIT, NJ - The New Jersey Jazz Society is adding a Vocal Performance category to its 2025 Juried Scholarship Competition.The deadline for this year’s applications is no later than March 28 at 11:59 p.m. ET. There are now six awards:$1,000 for Jazz Performance$1,000 for Original Composition$1.000 ...
NEW JERSEY: Neighboring Old Bridge Police are asking for the public's assistance in a case of a missing mother and child. According to Old Bridge Police, Britany King 28, and her four-year-old daughter, Zora Newkirk, (aka Zora King), have been reported missing to the Old Bridge Township Police ...
HOLMDEL, NJ: A multi-vehicle crash occurred at around 1:10pm today at the intersection of route 35 and Centerville Road. Holmdel Police, Fire and First Aid were on the scene in just a few minutes working to provide a safe passage for motorists trying to avoid the incident, and to assist the ...
MONMOUTH COUNTY: Tragedy struck on Valentine's Day in Middletown, on the GSP, which was shut down for many hours. Local, County and State Police are seeking public assistance with a fatal hit-and-run crash investigation. The horrific incident occurred on February 14, 2025, at approximately 5:58 ...