Highlands, Waterfront Eatery Proved to be the Perfect Spot for a Summer Night
We just had to have the summer at the shore experience, so off we went for a meal with a view at Proving Ground Waterfront Dining in Highlands. Everything was just right. The weather was great, so clear that we could easily see the Verrazano Bridge and... Read More
Another Historic Haven of Monmouth County: The Historic Harry Borden Home
This month, Historic Havens was invited into the private home of Gail and Mike Forrest, of Shrewsbury, who have lived in this circa-1904 home at 909 Broad St. since 1998. Mike said that he and Gail looked at as many as 60 houses but always kept returning... Read More
Tips to Make Summer Reading Fun for Kids
Most school children are required to read some books during the summer months. This assignment outside of the regular academic year is important for several reasons. It helps maintain critical thinking skills and prevents the loss of learning skills that... Read More
How an “Invisible” Disability Changed a Local Teen’s Life – And Others – In a Positive Way
Welcome to Teen Scene. Each month, our young authors write, in their own voice, stories that will educate and inform fellow students and parents. If you are a teen who would like to write your story, contact The Journal. We’ll help you polish it up,... Read More
LET’S DISH! Let’s Talk About Watermelon and Dessert!
What’s related to the cucumber, squash, pumpkin, and gourd family and is red and green all over? Did you guess watermelon? If you love watermelon (and who doesn’t?), this is your season to enjoy it. Delicious and refreshing, sweet and tasty, watermelon... Read More
Outdoor Dining Doesn’t Just Mean Dinner – Let’s Brunch!
On June 15, a number of area restaurants reopened for outdoor dining, and you can bet I was one of the first people at the table. It was wonderful to sit in the company of eager diners, and there are a lot of them. At the time of this writing, things... Read More
LET’S DISH! Let’s Talk About Cherries
Pretty, pink cherry blossoms in spring are beautiful to see, but the fruit they produce in summertime is, well, the cherry on top! Cherries are actually related to fruits such as plums, apricots, peaches and almonds. There are two types of cherries –... Read More
How Movies Brought One Teen Closer to Her Family During Quarantine
Welcome to Teen Scene. Each month our young authors write, in their own voice, stories that will educate and inform fellow students and parents. If you are a teen who would like to write your story, contact The Journal. We’ll help you polish it up,... Read More
Creative Ideas to Market Your Small Business
Almost every small business owner has taken a direct financial hit from this year’s pandemic, especially if the law required you to stay shuttered for many weeks. When the doors open again and the economy picks up, business owners may still need to... Read More
Five Must-Have Items for Your Yard This Summer to Entertain Kids
In early May, many of us with young children prepared for a summer with the possibility of no camps, pool clubs or play dates. Panicked parents far and wide flocked to Amazon in search of blow-up pools and swing sets – and let’s not forget the trampoline.... Read More
