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Community Leader Richard Wayne Hogan, Beloved by many, passes on May 18th

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By OBITUARY

May 30, 2020

RICHARD WAYNE HOGAN 75, of NEPTUNE passed away Monday evening, May 18th at Bayshore Hospital, Holmdel, of complications from COVID-19. "Dick" was a lifelong resident of Neptune Township, a highly respected Ocean Grove Main Avenue attorney and leader of numerous community and charity organizations.

Born at Fitkin Memorial Hospital in Neptune during the Second World War on October ...

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HOLMDEL, NJ: It's a sad time for many who attended Holmdel High School during the time that Mr Alan Schwartz taught there. It's also a reflective time to recall all the life-long positive impacts that a good teacher can make on a young mind. He is a legend at Holmdel High, the larger than life vivacious personality, the full bearded science teacher, who taught ...

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"I could die doing what I love, but I could also die never having really lived. To me, that would have been a far greater tragedy."

MONMOUTH COUNTY, NJ: Jea Santovasco is asking for a simple request in her son Jay's memory. "Simply be kind, enjoy nature in Jay's memory and if you are a bike rider, snap a pic and post with #RideForJay, this weekend." ...

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Obituary of Linda L. Damen

Linda L. Damen, who dedicated her life to caring for and serving others, passed away Saturday, April 25th in Freehold at the age of 82.

Linda was born in Newark, NJ in 1937. She spent most of her childhood in Forest City, PA. She returned to New Jersey to attend nursing school at Seton Hall University where she graduated at the top of her class. She ...

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NEW JERSEY, NJ - In a touching tribute to a man widely loved and admired, Governor Murphy honored Holmdel resident and family man, Ed Harris, as well as his surviving wife Dina and sons, Jeff and Nick, at the daily press conference on Tuesday.

With Harris' photo broadcast across the state and the world to see, Murphy shared a community remembrance. "Ed Harris, Look at ...

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Obituary of Robert Carl LaCosta

Dr. Robert C. LaCosta, 85, of Holmdel: Long Time Holmdel Resident and Beloved Husband, Father, Grandfather, and Great-Grandfather

Dr. Robert LaCosta passed April 11, 2020 at age 85. Bob’s vibrant spirit is cherished by wife JoAnn, four daughters (Lauren, Tracy, Karen, and Kim), four sons-in-law (Craig, David, Rick, and James) (one in heaven) , 13 ...

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HOLMDEL, NJ - A lifelong and long-loved member of the Holmdel community, Ed Harris, tragically passed away due to COVID-19. Expressions of love and support have poured in to the family of this loving husband, father and local business owner. A Go Fund Me page has also been set up to great success, in support of his wonderful wife and the sons he cherished.

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Vitalant Calls on Donors to Help Patients Now Launches New Campaign to Motivate the Public to Donate

By VITALANT

Vitalant—the nation’s largest nonprofit, independent blood collector—serving the local community here in New Jersey/New York, has declared a critical shortage of blood as supplies have been significantly impacted by the coronavirus pandemic. Shelter-in-place orders led to 260 blood drives canceled since early March in New Jersey/New York alone, resulting in a loss of 6,000 ...

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By CATHY GOETZ

May 30, 2020

Below is the video, courtesy of Belmar’s multimedia director John Sabia.

JERSEY SHORE — A family of swans on Silver Lake captured the public’s attention this week — and even starred in their own Belmar video.

But is seems that since the adult pair of swans and their cygnets were waddling southbound down the boardwalk on May 28 — escorted in the ...

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The article below is being featured as part of the Talk About the Good campaign.

WESTFIELD, NJ — Sherry Cronin knew finding her engagement ring and an accompanying earring that found their way in the garbage would be a challenge, but she tried anyway — and her trip to the incinerator paid off.

Cronin, who has been married to her husband, John, for 25 years ...

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SOUTH BRUNSWICK, NJ - An important part of American history made in NJ, went up in flames yesterday. Before the Battle of Monmouth in 1778, George Washington and his troops spent two nights at Longbridge Farm near Ridge Road in South Brunswick. Washington had unseated the British in Philadelphia and was on his way through New Jersey to New York. Yesterday, the barn on the ...

NJ Human Services Announces Availability of Up to $20 Million in Health and Safety Grants for Child Care Centers and Youth Camps

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By NJ DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES

May 29, 2020

$5k and $2k Grants Available; Emergency Child Care Assistance Program to Continue through June 30th

TRENTON – New Jersey Human Services Commissioner Carole Johnson today announced the immediate availability of up to $20 million in grants to assist child care centers and youth camps in meeting health and safety guidelines in response to COVID-19.

Child care centers can ...

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Holmdel Superintendent Announces Resignation - will be Assistant Superintendent in Scotch Plains-Fanwood

Holmdel, NJ – Earlier today, Superintendent Dr. Robert McGarry informed the Holmdel Township Board of Education that he is resigning his position, effective August 26, 2020. Dr. McGarry has accepted the position of Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum, Instruction and ...

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Legislation requires all health benefits plans to provide expanded coverage for services provided using telemedicine and telehealth by increasing reimbursement for services.

OCEAN TOWNSHIP, NJ - Legislation introduced by Assemblywoman Joann Downey on Thursday would require all New Jersey health benefits plans, Medicaid and NJ FamilyCare, and the State Health Benefits Programs (SHBP) ...

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Key bipartisan legislation to extend and enhance the Paycheck Protection Program, which is helping sustain businesses and pay workers during the economic devastation wrought by COVID-19, passed the House of Representatives today.

Rep. Chris Smith, who supported the creation of the PPP and subsequent legislation nearly doubling its funding, said the new Paycheck Protection ...

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Grab a cup of coffee and catch-up with Beacon of Life, June 3rd, 10AM

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By BEACON OF LIFE

May 30, 2020

Get your coffee or tea on and join Beacon of Life for some great conversation and reconnecting!

MONMOUTH COUNTY, NJ: Just like always, Beacon of Life, A Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly, has been here for you! Yes, it's been different, without all the fun social gatherings Beacon of Life normally hosts, but the care and connection has remained Beacon of Life ...

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MONMOUTH COUNTY, NJ: Just like always, Beacon of Life is here for senior participants! Beacon of Life is working diligently to keep participants healthy and make sure they have everything they need during the COVID-19 pandemic. Not a Beacon of Life Member? It is not too late to enroll for June 1st to make sure you or a loved one has services in place to get the help ...

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MONMOUTH COUNTY, NJ: Care at Home When It’s Needed Most! Senior Care. In-Home Care. Respite Care. Contact Us

Comfort Keepers is here to help ensure senior safety and wellbeing through the current health crisis and beyond. Our empathetic caregivers are specially trained to provide uplifting care from the safety and comfort of home. From picking up prescriptions and grocery ...

Opinion: Visiting a Re-Opened Mall in Georgia, a Glimpse of NJ’s Future ?

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By CRAIG ROGERS

May 26, 2020

In the not-so-distant future, our corona-closed world will gradually re-open, allowing New Jerseyans the freedom to shop out, to dine in and to basically do anything that’s not based in our living rooms.

To most the liberation may seem like the end of World War II and in many ways it is, but there are some catches to this re-opening; changes in protocols and attitudes that ...

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Voter I.D. - The Time is Now!

Several years ago, I received a panicked text from a friend of mine who had just finished voting and was appalled that the poll worker did not ask to see photo identification. When I informed him that they could not, by law ask for identification, he was shocked – and with good reason. With the stakes extremely high in elections at ...

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Opinion: Visiting a Re-Opened Mall in Georgia, a Glimpse of NJ’s Future ?

By CRAIG ROGERS

May 26, 2020

To most the liberation may seem like the end of World War II and in many ways it is, but there are some catches to this re-opening; changes in protocols and attitudes that ...

Voter I.D. - The Time is Now!

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Hip New Jersey: You are invited to NJ's Star-Studded one hour telethon tonight at 8PM to Benefit New Jersey Pandemic Relief Fund

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By TAPINTO STAFF

May 31, 2020

Hip New Jersey Stays Home to Benefit the New Jersey Pandemic Relief Fund

Telethon Features a Star-Studded Group of NJ Musicians, Athletes, Personalities and More

Hip New Jersey, the Garden State’s premier lifestyle television series, and News ...

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TRENTON, NJ – Day care centers for the children of essential workers have been opened throughout the COVID-19 crisis. As Governor Phil Murphy announced Friday, they reopen to other parents on June 15. Within the next few weeks, non-contact sports activities and youth day camps also may open up. What does all this mean? What about pools?

Commissioner of the Department of Children ...

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Hurrying off to The Hamptons or Hilton Head? Carpooling to Cape Cod or Cape May?

With Memorial Day behind us and summer just down the road, a Rutgers expert recommends that you pack your hand sanitizer, mask and common sense along with your sunscreen and sandals when you go on vacation.

Whether you're headed to the Grand Canyon or the Grand Tetons this summer, COVID-19 could be there to ...

NJ Human Services Announces Availability of Up to $20 Million in Health and Safety Grants for Child Care Centers and Youth Camps

By NJ DEPARTMENT OF HUMAN SERVICES

May 29, 2020

$5k and $2k Grants Available; Emergency Child Care Assistance Program to Continue through June 30th

Child care centers can ...

Holmdel Superintendent Announces Resignation - will be Assistant Superintendent in Scotch Plains-Fanwood

Legislation requires all health benefits plans to provide expanded coverage for services provided using telemedicine and telehealth by increasing reimbursement for services.