News Updates & Articles

Second Annual Winter on Broad Street Returns for Some Holiday Fun

Time to lace up your skates because Winter on Broad Street is returning to Red Bank this holiday season.  The success of last year’s inaugural event has garnered a return Sunday, Dec. 8.  Many activities from last year’s festivities including... Read More

A 27th Season Begins for Volunteer Organization Holiday Express

It’s November, and that means it’s the busy holiday season for most of us. However, “busy” doesn’t begin to describe the hustle and bustle that is taking place at the headquarters for the nonprofit volunteer organization Holiday Express, which... Read More

GIVING BACK: Local Man Keeping his Promise and Granting Wishes in Memory of his Nephew

A dying nephew’s request inspired a local resident to create a nonprofit that makes dreams come true for children diagnosed with life-threatening illnesses. Middletown resident Dennis McGinnis explained, “When my nephew Jason Douglas Creager was diagnosed... Read More

Martha Mary Guild to Host Christmas Celebration

Wednesday, Dec. 11 will be a special meeting for the Martha Mary Guild, with wonderful entertainment and delicious holiday treats. Andrew J. Macirowski, the Parish head of Liturgical Music and Worship Ministries, will provide attendees with wonderful... Read More

It’s Time to Celebrate the Holidays in Rumson

One of the Rumson’s most popular evenings of the year will be Sunday, Dec. 8 when the town will come together for the Traditional Rumson Christmas Tree Lighting. The lighting will be held at 5 pm in Victory Park. There will be lots of fun and many special... Read More

Rumson Residents Gather for Veterans Day Ceremony

The Borough of Rumson’s Mayor and Council honored Veterans Day with its annual ceremony at Victory Park on Monday, Nov. 11 at 11 am. Newly re-elected Mayor Joseph K. Hemphill welcomed the respectful crowds and introduced Pastor John Monroe of the First... Read More

Shoplifting Among Crimes in Atlantic Highlands During Month of October

Atlantic Highlands Police Officers responded to a total of 1,128 calls for service, including 42 first aid/ fire calls, and investigated 13 motor vehicle crashes within the borough during the month of October, 2019. ***Any person that is charged with... Read More

Fall Green Day Event Recycles More Than 8 Tons

The Borough of Rumson Department of Public Works (DPW) wrapped up its 2019 Green Day program with the fall collection Oct. 5 at Borough Hall. During the event, which ran from 9 am to 1 pm, DPW reported more than 4.7 tons of paper was shredded and more... Read More

Forrestdale School Expands Career-Readiness Program

Look out “Shark Tank.” More Rumson students than ever will be taking on the challenges of starting a business this fall. This school year marks the third year Forrestdale School will be offering the award-winning TREP$ program. TREP$, short for entrepreneurs,... Read More

Humble Hero: Colts Neck Kid Turned TOPGUN Instructor

Forget Tom Cruise. Forget the “need for speed.” Forget outright arrogance, buzzing the tower and those iconic aviators. There’s a TOPGUN instructor from right here in Monmouth County with more humility, pride and bravery in one finger than any Hollywood... Read More