Rumson/Fair Haven/Sea Bright

Teen Attempts to Run Over Jewish Residents with Car

On Saturday, Sept. 14, officers responded to a residence located on Louisiana Parkway in Jackson on the report of a bias incident. It was reported that two Jewish residents were standing near the curb in front of the residence when a passing vehicle swerved... Read More

Burlington to Open in Hazlet Next Week: Other Stores Coming

It seems as if construction has been bustling at the Hazlet Town Center for years, but one store is finally getting ready to open its doors. Burlington will be opening shop on Wednesday, Sept. 25, according to an employee from the company. The business... Read More

Two Spirit Halloween Stores Open on Highway 35

With Halloween just around the corner, two Spirit Halloween stores have opened shop on Highway 35. If you’re in the Middletown area, head to the Staples shopping plaza at 1144 State Route 35 for all of your Halloween needs. Spirit Halloween usually... Read More

Furniture Zone Comes to Middletown

A furniture store has come to the now-closed Joyce Leslie in Middletown. Located at 1439 Highway 35, Furniture Zone is committed to helping you achieve your dream of home and express your unique style. Whether you’re furnishing an entire room or simply... Read More

Man Who Allegedly Left Explosives at Donovan’s Reef Freed from Jail

The man arrested and charged with possession of a destructive device after leaving a suspicious package at Donovan’s Reef in Sea Bright over Labor Day Weekend was ordered to be released from jail. Thomas G. Kaiser, 55, appeared in court Friday... Read More

Rugby Gaining Popularity and Participation in Monmouth County

One non-American-based sport that has taken a firm hold in the area is rugby. The sport has a long tradition here with the Monmouth Rugby Club, which began back in 1973 and has become one of the best clubs in the Tri-State area, fielding league and tournament... Read More

Longtime Monmouth University Coach Retires after Decades of Success

Joe Compagni wasn’t a standout runner in high school, by his own admission. However, that didn’t stop him from becoming a dependable scorer for the University of Delaware’s men’s cross country and track teams. Through sheer will, dedication and... Read More

Three Monmouth County Men Indicted for Distributing Child Sexual Abuse Materials

On Monday, Sept. 9, a Monmouth County Grand Jury returned three Indictments charging three men with the distribution of child sexual abuse materials. The Indictments were returned following unrelated investigations by the Monmouth County Prosecutor’s... Read More

Car Hits Pole, Blows Transformer and Closes Road in Oceanport

On Thursday, Sept. 12 around 9:30 pm, a vehicle struck a pole, closing Myrtle Avenue from Asbury Avenue to Port Au Peck Avenue. Police quickly arrived on scene to help the driver and close the road. The impact of the collision was so strong that it... Read More

Truck Stuck Under Bridge Twice in Same Week in Red Bank

On Thursday, Sept. 12 around 3:30 pm, a truck got stuck as it attempted to drive under the bridge at West Front Street in Red Bank. Not even one week ago a truck got stuck under the same bridge. An employee from the Monmouth County Sheriff’s office... Read More