Teenager Pulled from Raritan Bay Dies
At approximately 2:30 yesterday afternoon, 17-year-old John Vasquez allegedly jumped into the Raritan Bay in Perth Amboy and ultimately drowned. Vasquez, described by friends and family as an adventurous person, was hanging with friends by Water Street... Read More
Power Line Down, Diverting Traffic Off Route 35
Today’s storm brought strong winds and heavy rains, resulting in several downed power lines across the state, including one in Holmdel which has caused traffic to build up along Route 35. A power line is hanging across Route 35 as police are diverting... Read More
News From the Oceanic Library
The Oceanic Free Library wishes everyone a safe and happy start to the summer. The staff members are looking forward to the day when they can see everyone in person again, but until then, they are happy to share that they are now offering contactless,... Read More
RCDS Students’ School Assignment Evolves Into COVID-19 Relief Effort
Rumson Country Day School fifth-graders Andrew Rodrigues and Michael Malia seek fulfillment doing what they love – building websites, playing sports and helping others. When the two aspiring entrepreneurs were challenged to explore their passions through... Read More
Area Shot Putter Continues Training for the Olympic Trials While Trying to Save His Gym
Jon Kalnas is wearing a lot of hats these days. The former Monmouth University All-American shot putter and two-time Olympic Trials qualifier is still competing. His goal is one more trip to the trials when they come around next June. “I want to be... Read More
Old Bridge Man Found Deceased after Search of Holmdel Park
An Old Bridge man who was reported missing early this week has been located and pronounced dead. Edward Hussey, 49, was last seen Sunday morning leaving his house on Lakeridge Drive. After he did not return home, his family reported him as missing and... Read More
Red Bank Revises Use of Pedestrian Plazas for Outdoor Dining, Shopping
On June 18, Red Bank Borough had launched the pedestrian plazas in downtown Red Bank to encourage outdoor dining and shopping in a safe environment. Plans released on May 27 included the shutting down of Broad Street, from Thursday through Saturday, as... Read More
Colts Neck Student-Athletes Miss Recruiting Opportunities with Spring Season Canceled
Cole Tucker had it all planned out. The Colts Neck High School junior was going to use the spring semester to go on recruiting visits with the idea of getting a head start on the college decision he wanted to make in the fall of his senior year. He had... Read More
Middletown High School South Runners Look Ahead to Cross Country Season
When the doorbell rings at Bill and Kathleen Clifton’s home, they know who it is. It’s the one of their Middletown High School South distance runners. It’s the way they communicate to their coaches that they are doing their training while socially... Read More
CBA Holds Outdoor Graduation Ceremony, Celebrating Class of 2020
The 58th graduating class of Christian Brothers Academy will truly be one for the history books. The class of 2020 will not only be remembered for their outstanding academic, athletic, service and extracurricular achievements, but also their resilience,... Read More
