Master Gardeners of Monmouth County 2021 Howard Bodner Memorial Scholarship
The Monmouth County Master Gardeners are offering several $1,000 scholarships to worthy candidates residing in Monmouth County who have been accepted to matriculate at a college or university for the fall semester of 2021. Previous winners are ineligible. Current... Read More
Aberdeen Man Faces Child Pornography Charges
An Aberdeen man is facing child pornography charges following a two-month investigation that began with a tip from an online social media network, announced Monmouth County Prosecutor Christopher J. Gramiccioni. Christopher Moran, 46, is charged with... Read More
Tractor Trailer Flips on Route 34, Driver Suffers Injuries
A tractor trailer overturned yesterday, March 18 in Wall Township on the ramp from Route 34 South to Route 195, according to multiple sources. Wall Township police arrived on the scene around 9 am. An investigation revealed that the driver, a 33-year-old... Read More
Hazlet Chick-Fil-A To Open This Spring
The long-awaited Chick-Fil-A in Hazlet, located next to the Cinemark Movie Theater, is slated to open on Thursday, April 1. Construction began last fall, after years of delay. There will be 136 seats for indoor dining, a drive-thru window and ample parking... Read More
Hazlet Man Employed as Learning Disability Consultant Faces Child Pornography Charges
A Hazlet man is facing child pornography charges on the heels of a CyberTip to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC). A five-month investigation that involved detectives from both Monmouth and Union counties culminated with his... Read More
Local Places to Explore the Outdoors This Spring and Summer
After months of isolation due to the ongoing threat of COVID-19, many people are itching for a safe, fun way to get some fresh air that doesn’t involve taking a short walk around the block. Why not take a quick drive to one of New Jersey’s many beautiful,... Read More
Brookdale Ranks in Top 3% Best Community Colleges in the Nation
Monmouth County’s Brookdale Community College has been ranked as the 24th best Community College in the United States for 2021 by AcademicInfluence.com. The top-rated community colleges offer a broad array of associate degrees, affordable tuition... Read More
Essential Oils and Your Pet
An especially popular trend is to use essential oils in our homes to create an inviting and relaxing aroma experience for our senses. Whether using oil diffusers or oil warmers, there are certain precautions that should be taken when pets are in the home. Essential... Read More
Monmouth County Municipalities Awarded $100,000 for Environmentally Conscious Efforts
Two Monmouth County municipalities have received grants from Gov. Phil Murphy’s administration that enhance waste reduction and recycling efforts. Middletown Township has been awarded a $110,242 grant, and Wall Township has been awarded a $106,713... Read More
Test Out Your Green Thumb This Spring and Summer
Many Americans spend much time and money on lawn maintenance, but, at this time in our lives, because of COVID-19, more and more people are choosing to grow food on their land or balcony. Bedtime stories and bread baking weren’t the only things making... Read More
