Monmouth County News
By JEANNE WALL
December 17, 2025
Monmouth County residents: Take the Journey to Explore the History of Monmouth County, with Commissioner Director Tom Arnone and Monmouth County Clerk, Christine Hanlon! TAP play button below for a sample: Episode 5 takes Hanlon & Arnone to InfoAge Science and History Museums in Wall Township - ...
MONMOUTH COUNTY– A new title has been unveiled for the Monmouth ACTS Navigation System, now known as Monmouth ACTS ResourceConnect, in an effort to make vital human services easier for residents to find, understand and access. The updated name reflects the program’s core mission of connecting ...
Above left to right: Eugene, Louis and Robert DeMarcoMONMOUTH COUNTY– A half-century of family tradition, homemade quality, and community pride was celebrated, as Monmouth County Commissioner Director Tom Arnone, Senator Declan O’Scanlon, Aberdeen Mayor Fred Tagliarini, members of the Aberdeen ...
Left to Right: Robert Baccala, Executive Vice President of Richard E. Pierson Construction Co., Inc.; Robert LeMassena, Assistant Resident Engineer, WSP USA, Inc.; Richard Pierson, President of Richard E. Pierson Construction Co., Inc.; Commissioner Director Thomas A. Arnone; County Engineer Joseph ...
Above are recent photos of Owen Tillman. UPDATE: Tragically, The search for Owen Tillman, a 19-year-old college student, and graduate of Red Bank Catholic, who went missing on Halloween has now turned into a recovery operation, investigators announced Thursday.Detectives from the Charleston Police ...
FREEHOLD, NJ – Monmouth County officials and members of the MonmouthNJ 250 Committee gathered outside the County’s historic Hall of Records on October 27, 2025, to mark 250 days until America’s Semiquincentennial on July 4, 2026. The Freehold Township High School Marching Band set the tone for a ...
MIDDLETOWN, NJ —The Attorney General’s Office of Public Integrity and Accountability (OPIA) is investigating a fatal vehicle crash that occurred on October 10, 2025, along State Route 36 in Middletown. This is according to a press release issued by OPIA.The incident involved a marked Atlantic ...
MONMOUTH COUNTY – Entries are still being accepted for two contests for Monmouth County students as part of the county’s commemoration of America’s upcoming 250th birthday on July 4, 2026. The contest is hosted by the MonmouthNJ 250 Committee. The deadlines for both are November 14, 2025. See all ...
Hello Monmouth County Residents!It’s remarkable how quickly we’ve transitioned into fall. As any Monmouth County resident knows, our county never falls short on exciting things to do. Be sure to take a moment to explore the latest updates and upcoming events on our Grown in Monmouth and Monmouth ...
FREEHOLD, NJ – Monmouth County Clerk Christine Giordano Hanlon is reminding Monmouth County voters who choose to vote by mail in the 2025 General Election to sign up for BallotTrax, the County’s enhanced ballot-tracking notification system. Launched in Monmouth County in 2020 by Clerk Hanlon and ...
MONMOUTH COUNTY —October marks National Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and the Monmouth County Sheriff’s Office is reaffirming its commitment to protecting victims and strengthening community partnerships to end domestic violence. Sheriff Shaun Golden welcomed survivors, advocates, and law ...
Monmouth County Parks to host the biggest fall event, learning new things, and having lots of fun! Here’s what is planned:Thompson Park Day from 11 a.m.-5 p.m. on Sunday, October 19 at Thompson Park, Lincroft. Celebrate fall with pumpkin painting, wagon rides, kids’ races, entertainment, contests, ...
MONMOUTH COUNTY, NJ – After a few weeks of pleasant late summerlike weather, Mother Nature has reversed course. Monmouth County will feel the impacts of a powerful early season Nor’easter this Sunday and Monday.The state of New Jersey will be under a State of Emergency starting at 10:00 p.m.
Dear Monmouth County Residents, I begin this county update by saying: My fellow Commissioners, County staff and Administration, and I are deeply saddened by the passing of our former colleague, Lillian G. Burry. Commissioner Burry dedicated more than 50 years of service to the residents of Monmouth ...
MONMOUTH COUNTY: The Henry Hudson Trail Detour that began in August is expected to last well into the fall. Improvements are on the way as the Monmouth County Parks System is replacing the bridge over the Waackaack Creek along the Henry Hudson Trail, located along the portion of the trail that runs ...
"The deeds we do, the things we create, built on the strong foundation of centuries past and providing the future with a secure place to stand, will endure long beyond our hour upon the stage." Lillian Burry, 2023.COLTS NECK, NJ — Lillian G. Burry, longtime public servant and the first woman to ...
MARLBORO, NJ — Monmouth County has secured a major win for open space preservation with a new land management agreement for the 411-acre property that once housed the Marlboro Psychiatric Hospital. The agreement, finalized with the State of New Jersey, ensures the land will be protected and ...
FREEHOLD, NJ: Monmouth County has plenty to celebrate as the Board of County Commissioners congratulates the students, parents, teachers and administration of the Monmouth County Vocational School District’s (MCVSD) High Technology High School, Biotechnology High School, Marine Academy of Science ...
MONMOUTH COUNTY: Join together at 8am, on Thursday, September 11, for a special Memorial Ceremony at Mount Mitchill Scenic Overlook in the Atlantic Highlands, to honor all whose lives were taken by the terrorist attacks of 9/11. Mount Mitchill Scenic Overlook is located at 460 Ocean Boulevard, ...
MONMOUTH COUNTY: Our County Park System has announced an exciting lineup of events for late August and September, offering something for everyone — from concerts and outdoor adventures to Oktoberfest celebrations and skateboarding lessons. Here are a few highlights: American Classics: Weill, ...
WALL, NJ — The Monmouth County Police Chief's Association is set to host its 84th Annual Clambake on Sunday, August 10, 2025, from noon to 5 p.m. at the Oak Tree Lodge, 1412 Schoolhouse Road in Wall Township. The long-running summer tradition promises a day packed with food, drinks, music, and ...
Monmouth County Commissioner Director Tom Arnone spoke during the ribbon cutting ceremony for the new Rumson Sea-Bright Bridge on Thursday, July 31. Photo by Monmouth County Government.RUMSON, NJ — Good news! Monmouth County officials, alongside state and federal partners, celebrated the grand ...
MONMOUTH COUNTY— The County Board of County Commissioners proudly recognized outstanding student recipients of the New Jersey Association of Counties (NJAC) Foundation Grant Award Program at their July 10 Workshop Meeting.“Congratulations to all the scholarship recipients from the Monmouth County ...
THE ARNONE REPORT: Hello Monmouth County Residents:I hope everyone had a safe and enjoyable Fourth of July holiday earlier this month! I want to take a moment to express my heartfelt gratitude to all who have served our great nation and continue to protect our freedoms. Your service and dedication ...
An Americana 🇺🇸event awaits you as the Monmouth County Fair opens tonight! Held Wednesday-Sunday, July 23-27, at East Freehold Showgrounds, Freehold, this annual tradition features live entertainment, thrilling rides, opening night fireworks (weather permitting), tasty food, 4-H shows and exhibits, ...
WATCH VIDEO HIGHLIGHTS FROM CARC'S GALA. TAP PLAY BUTTON BELOW: Photo credits in above highlight reel are from Tom Zapcic, with additional photos/video by Jeanne Wall. MONMOUTH COUNTY, NJ: The Community Affairs and Resource Center (CARC) brought the elegance of London’s famed social scene to ...
MONMOUTH COUNTY— The Monmouth County Board of County Commissioners proudly announces the return of one of the summer’s most anticipated traditions — the 50th annual Monmouth County Fair, set for Wednesday, July 23 through Sunday, July 27 at the East Freehold Showgrounds, located at 1500 Kozloski ...
MONMOUTH COUNTY— The Monmouth County Park System is inviting artists of all backgrounds and experience levels to submit their work for the upcoming Botanical Musings exhibit, a celebration of the beauty, intricacy, and imagination inspired by plant life.Set to be displayed from September 26 through ...
Above rendering shows the ParkStage plan, with a target date for opening in 2026MONMOUTH COUNTY, NJ — A significant cultural milestone is taking shape in Monmouth County. The Count Basie Center for the Arts, in partnership with Monmouth County Tourism, has announced the launch of ParkStage, a new ...
FREEHOLD – Taste some old-fashioned fun during the pie-eating contest held on Sunday, July 27 at the 50th Annual Monmouth County Fair! This fun and delicious tradition will once again use pies donated by Wemrock Orchards. Children aged 12 and under will compete at 12:30 p.m. and ages 13 and up at ...