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June 21, 2018
A Life Centered around Volunteering
“I do all the things nobody wants to do,” said Colts Neck resident Anita Dedalis as she settled into her beach chair on the front lawn of Town Hall to watch a music performance. A constant presence at nearly every township event, Anita has... Read More
St. Leo Celebrates End of School Year
The end of the school year was a busy time for students at Saint Leo the Great School. Graduation ceremonies were held for the school’s preschool, kindergarten and eighth grade students. The school community bid a fond farewell to the 62 members of... Read More
June 20, 2018
Westminster Presbyterian Participates in Cheer for Kids Campaign
Westminster Presbyterian Church (WPC) is a participating sponsor and drop-off location for the Star 99.1 FM Cheer for Kids Card Campaign. For most kids, summer means playgrounds, amusement parks, and riding bikes. But for children fighting serious illness,... Read More
Music at the Shore! (Event Listings)
Asbury Park As one of New Jersey’s entertainment hubs, there will be plenty of great music at places likes Asbury Park Yacht Club – Surf Bar, McLoone’s Supper Club, Paramount Theatre, The Stone Pony, The Wonder Bar and more. Or enjoy one of... Read More
Cheers to the 8th Annual Jersey Shore Wine Festival!
It was a toast-worthy weekend at FirstEnergy Park in Lakewood, home of the Lakewood BlueClaws minor league baseball team, where the Jersey Shore Wine Festival held its 8th annual event. The festival on June 9-10 welcomed crowds of ticket holders to sample... Read More
A Child’s Place School Appoints a New Director
Kathy Berkowitz, director of A Child’s Place School in Lincroft will be retiring in July. Kathy’s career in education has spanned over thirty years, first as a teacher in the East Windsor Regional School District and the Waldorf School of Princeton,... Read More
Mater Dei Prep Appoints New Principal
The Mater Dei Prep Board of Trustees and President Don Galante are pleased to announce the appointment of Debra J. Serafin as principal of the school effective Aug. 1, 2018. “It is with great enthusiasm we welcome Debra Serafin as the new Principal... Read More
Nominations for Basie Awards Announced
Count Basie Theatre has announced the nominations for the 13th annual Basie Awards. The Count Basie Theatre Basie Awards began in 2005 to honor and recognize high school-level actors, actresses and productions in the Monmouth County area. For Monmouth... Read More
June 19, 2018
Girls Scout Troup 1382 Earns Celebrating Community Badge
Middletown Mayor Steph Murray met with Girl Scout Troop 1382 from Nut Swamp Elementary School at Town Hall on April 23 to discuss what makes the community unique, local government, and her role as the Mayor of Middletown. The girls asked questions and... Read More
Middletown/Lincroft News Updates
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Atlantic Highlands, Highlands, Monmouth Beach, Shrewsbury, Sea Bright to potentially merge with Neighboring Towns
Some New Jersey towns may be forced to merge. State Senate President Rep. Steve Sweeney (D-Gloucester) recommended these changes amidst his ongoing public feud with fellow Democrat and Governor Phil Murphy. Rep. Sweeny points to high property taxes across the state and a potential budget shortfall as warranting such mergers. Monmouth County towns including Atlantic Highlands, Highlands, Monmouth Beach, Shrewsbury, Sea Bright, are just a […]
New Traffic Lights in Middletown
There are new traffic lights in Middletown, New Jersey! After multiple accidents and many requests for traffic lights on the corner of Kings Highway and Church Street, the township is preparing to activate new lights. Construction for the lights began in April and were completed in early June. When The Journal NJ contacted the Middletown Traffic Bureau asking when the lights will start working, we […]
News on Dunkin Donuts in Fair Haven
Dunkin Donuts submitted a zoning permit to open a location in the Acme Plaza on River Road. The initial permit was denied. This is still a developing story. Updates to follow.
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