Shrewsbury & Little Silver
Stay in touch with what’s going on in the Little Silver and Shrewsbury Journal.
Each issue includes information about businesses and events happening in and around Colts Neck, NJ.
Body of Missing Navesink River Kayaker Recovered
UPDATE: The body of 50-year-old Nadem Aksoy, the fisherman who had gone missing from his kayak on the Navesink River,
Middletown Road Closed Today
The Middletown Police Department is reporting that King Highway East lanes will be closed between Woodgate Rd. and Chapel Hill
Is Tele-Treatment for My Addiction Covered by Insurance?
Tele-treatment is a way for an individual with a substance use disorder to receive help through online communication. Tele-treatment is
Local Businesses and People Bringing Joy to Monmouth County Residents
What do a former Rockette, restaurant owner, winery and musician have in common? They’re all bringing joy to Monmouth County
Memorial Day Party at the Jersey Shore Linked to 11 New Pennsylvania COVID-19 Cases
A Jersey Shore gathering threatens Pennsylvania residents. The Bucks County Department of Health reported 33 new cases of COVID-19, 11
Peaceful Protest and March to Celebrate the Life of George Floyd Planned for Tomorrow
A peaceful protest is planned to take place in Red Bank tomorrow, June 9, to celebrate the life of George
BREAKING: Murphy Announces Reopening of Public Swim Clubs
Gov. Phil Murphy has just announced that municipal and private club swimming pools can reopen Monday, June 22. The New
Motorcyclist Killed in Marlboro Collision this Past Weekend
UPDATE: The motorcyclist has been identified. This past Sunday afternoon, a 34-year-old motorcyclist collided with a vehicle and was killed.
Bagpiper Surprise for CBA Graduate
The COVID-19 quarantine may have canceled many traditional events this season such as high school graduations, but for one local
BREAKING: Shooting Reported in Red Bank
The Red Bank Police Department is currently investigating the area of West Side Avenue in Red Bank for a possible
Clean Ocean Action’s Virtual Spring Student Summit
Each spring, Clean Ocean Action (COA) hosts its Spring Student Summit at Sandy Hook, part of Gateway National Park. It’s
Curfew Set in Keyport for This Weekend
The Borough of Keyport has announced a public notice of an 8 pm curfew for Keyport residents on Saturday, June
Freehold’s Brad Brach Yearns for the Mound at Citi Field
Brad Brach has discovered the pleasures of gardening. “I’m just starting to enjoy it,” he said from his Tennessee home
Search Underway for Missing Kayaker in the Navesink River
It is reported that NJ State and Rumson Police are currently engaged in an active search for a missing fisherman.
Two Arrested in Tuesday Night Asbury Park Shooting Case
Two men have been arrested in conjunction with a shooting that occurred Tuesday night in Asbury Park, announced Monmouth County
Monmouth County Swim Club Will Not Reopen this Season
Hazlet Township announced yesterday that it will not be reopening its Hazlet Pool Club and Hazlet recreation summer camps program
8-Year Old Gives Back to the Community, Honors Hero She Lost
What started as a new hobby transcended into a philanthropic endeavor for a local Middletown elementary student. Meet 8-year-old Sophia
Asbury Park Shooting Leaves Teen in Critical Condition
At approximately 10:32 pm Tuesday, the Asbury Park Police Department responded to the sound of shots fired in the area
Parents of Those Pursuing Military Careers Reflect on Family Choices
This month, we remember Old Glory, and we also think of graduates who are beginning their walk into the future.
May 2020 Recap of Red Bank Crimes and Arrests
The following crimes and arrests occurred between May 1 and 31 by Red Bank police. Details were provided by the Red
Red Bank Jewelry Store Preparing for Potential Looting
Many businesses have been looted as a result of the riots occurring across the nation in a response to police
Local Protests Against Police Brutality Planned in the Coming Days for Central Jersey
Today at 6 pm, a protest in Keansburg will be held for George Floyd, an African American man killed by
Asbury Park Protest Turned Violent after Hours of Peaceful Cooperation
What started as a peaceful protest in Asbury Park on Monday turned confrontational as night fell over the city. Peaceful
New Jersey’s First Drive-in Concert Coming to Monmouth Park
The Count Basie Center for the Arts presents New Jersey’s first-of-its kind “drive-in” concert experience on Saturday, July 11 with
Gov. Murphy Announces Dates to Reopen Restaurants, Stores, Salons and Barber Shops
Gov. Phil Murphy has taken the first steps of stage 2 in his restart and recovery program. On Monday, June
Holmdel Community Sets up Grand Display for Class of 2020
On a bright, sunny morning, on the grounds of the iconic Bell Labs beneath the transistor-shaped water tower, a group
Protestors Take to the Streets in Long Branch and Asbury Park
A peaceful protest was held Sunday afternoon in Pier Village for George Floyd and all of those affected by police
No Limits Cafe Rises Against the Limits of COVID-19, Plans to Reopen This Week
No Limits Cafe in Middletown is a place whose mission is to prove that anyone – including individuals with intellectual
Fair Haven Family Helps Others Cope with COVID-19
Every industry has its own unique challenges when dealing with COVID-19, and mental health is no exception. The crisis has
Celebrating the Class of 2020, From the Eyes of a Senior
“I can’t wait to be a senior.” Those are the words often repeated throughout the halls of school as students
Historic Mansion Demolished After Major Fire
At approximately 8 am Saturday, Wall Township’s Glendola Police and Fire Department were dispatched to a structure fire located at
Hockhockson Farm Foundation to Donate Entire Crop
Tracey and Jon Stewart’s Hockhockson Farm Foundation will be growing as much as they can on their 11-acre farm to
Humpback Whale Spotted Swimming in the Shrewsbury River
A humpback whale was spotted Friday in the Shrewsbury River, close to the Highlands Bridge. It was reported that the
Sea Bright Beach Clubs Prohibited from Serving Alcohol
In a letter dated May 29 from the Borough of Sea Bright’s Office of Emergency Management (OEM), it has been
Impact 100 Jersey Coast Offers Generous Donation to COVID-19 Response Initiative
Since its founding in 2015, Impact 100 Jersey Coast has made tremendous strides in empowering women to improve the lives
Holmdel Superintendent Dr. Robert McGarry Announces Resignation
Earlier today, Holmdel Superintendent Dr. Robert McGarry informed the township’s Board of Education that he is resigning his position, effective
Jersey Shore Restaurant Owners Express Frustration to the State in Reopening the Industry
More than 50 of the Jersey Shore’s restaurant owners gathered this morning outside Woody’s Ocean Grille restaurant in Sea Bright
Red Bank to Close Downtown Streets for Pedestrian and Dining Use
The Borough of Red Bank developed a plan on Wednesday to create pedestrian plazas on Downtown Red Bank streets. Determined
Monmouth County Teen Using Her Talent to Bring Cheer to Children
Adjusting her tiara while finishing her finals, one local woman seamlessly combines a hectic college schedule with bringing smiles to
NJ Turnpike and Parkway Toll Hikes, Despite Pushback
New Jersey and out-of-state commuters will be hit with another financial burden amid the current health and financial crisis, as
UConn Senior Captured After Six-Day Manhunt
University of Connecticut senior Peter Manfrendonia, the prime suspect in two killings in Willington, Connecticut, has been captured after a
Demolition Begins on Red Bank Space for Medical Building
Demolition began last Thursday on the corner of East Front Street and Spring Street in Red Bank. What was once
Monmouth County Man Arrested in N95 Mask Price Gouging Scheme
Used car dealer Ron Romano, 58, of Manalapan, attempted to illegally sell 3M-brand N95 masks at a drastic markup from
Monmouth County Specialty Sandwich Shop Shutting Its Doors After a Year
Another Monmouth County small business has fallen victim to the COVID-19 crisis, this time a unique grilled cheese eatery in
CBA Honors Class of 2020 with Special Commemoration Videos
The 58th graduating class of Christian Brothers Academy will truly be one for the history books. The class of 2020
NJ Police on Hunt for UConn Senior Wanted for Double Homicide
Peter Manfredonia, 23, the prime suspect in a double homicide, is actively on the run. Manfredonia has been fleeing police
Local, Beloved Pie Shop Closes its Doors
On May 23, a staple and landmark Little Silver bakery announced it was closing. Home to delicious key lime pie
RBC Pitcher Talks Missing Junior Season, Scouting Opportunities and Meeting Derek Jeter
Losing his junior baseball season at Red Bank Catholic was bad enough for pitcher Shane Panzini. While he was looking
Food Drive Held in Memory of Kevin Kret
On July 31, 2009, Middletown resident Kevin Kret suffered a traumatic brain stem injury after falling backward off a skate
New Jersey Professional Sports Team Given Green Light to Play
Gov. Phil Murphy announced this morning that professional sports teams in New Jersey may begin practicing and even playing games,