Rumson, Fair Haven & Sea Bright
Stay in touch with what’s going on in the Rumson, Fair Haven and Sea Bright issues of The Journal.
Each issue includes information about businesses and events happening in and around Colts Neck, NJ.
Holmdel Man Arrested for Possession of Child Pornography
On March 29, the Holmdel Police Department arrested Michael Mezzina of Holmdel for possession of child pornography. The Holmdel police
Holmdel Wrestler Luke DuPont Captures District Title, Keeps Streak Alive
Back in 2016, Garrett Hilsheimer was crowned a District champion to end a drought. He was the first Hornet wrestler
St John Vianney Wrestler Anthony Knox Claims State Title
During his youth wrestling career, Saint John Vianney’s Anthony Knox attained national recognition. It should have been no surprise that
April at the Oceanic Free Library
The Oceanic Free Library (OFL) celebrates the spirit of spring flowers and growth. It’s a busy time of planning home
Upcoming Events at Congregation B’nai Israel of Rumson
Congregation B’nai Israel (CBI) wishes everyone a bright start to spring and a joyful Passover. They also welcome you to
SJV Girls’ Basketball Team Dominates Immaculate Heart to Capture Non-Public A Title
The Saint John Vianney girls’ basketball team has been ranked No. 1 statewide since January 2020 by NJ.com. The Lancers
Middletown South’s Wells and Orlando Named to Basketball All-Division Squad
The Shore Conference Basketball Coaches Association has announced the 2022 All-Division girls’ squads. The awards are based on voting by
Spruce up Your Pond with Beautiful Koi Fish
A pond is more than a body of water. It is an entire ecosystem integrated into the natural landscape that
Protecting the Garden that Nature Intended
Nature has lived in its own harmony for eons. Over millions of years, groups of plants, insects, birds, mammals and
The Center Hosts Birthday Bash this May
The Center in Asbury Park is delighted to once again host its delicious event, Center a la Carte – A
Let Your Home Improvement Improve Someone’s Life
So many will be busy in the coming weeks and months working on home improvement projects, and that work can
Atlantic Highlands Arts Council to Host Film Screening of ‘The Lost Leonardo’
AHArts will host a Film Screening this April at the Atlantic Highlands Arts Council Gallery as a fundraiser and food
Middletown South Golfer Richard Reck Looking Forward to 2022 Season
It seems for most of us that winter is the longest three months of the year. For an avid golf
CBA Ice Hockey Concludes Undefeated Season
With the goal of defending its state championship, a 1-0-3 mark in December was hardly encouraging for the Christian Brothers
Holmdel Girls’ Basketball Team Completes Winning Season
The Holmdel girls’ basketball team completed the 2021-22 with a 19-9 record. They finished second to Red Bank Catholic in
Rumson Chief of Police Scott Paterson Sets All-Time Polar Bear Plunge Record
What a victory! Rumson Chief of Police Scott Paterson broke the all-time record at the Polar Bear Plunge, held in
Middletown South Wrestling Claims District Championship
By any measure, it has been a banner year for the Middletown High School South wrestling team. A month ago,
Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore Name TopCookie Champion
Girl Scouts of the Jersey Shore’s third annual TopCookie Dessert Competition was held on March 9 at Asbury Lanes. The
Mater Dei Prep Robotics Team Wins Rookie All-Star Award
Mater Dei Prep’s Robotics Team made its official debut at last month’s Bridgewater-Raritan FIRST Robotics Competition. They faced a strong
Traffic Alert for Parade Planned for This Saturday
This Saturday, April 2, from approximately 12 pm to 2 pm there will be a parade from Bayview School to
Holmdel Native Goes on Reality TV for a Chance to Find Love
For many, dating in this day and age is more of a hassle than the romantic journey it once was.
RFH Ice Hockey Team Claims Dowd Cup Victory
Even though the season ended with a heart-wrenching loss, the Rumson-Fair Haven Regional High School ice hockey team continued moving
Indoor Track and Field Comes to a Close at Meet of Champions
After full indoor and outdoor track and field and cross country seasons in 2021, Middletown High School North’s Hailey Guerrieri
Two Ramps at Parkway Interchange 105 in Tinton Falls Scheduled to Close for 9 Months
A southbound exit ramp and a northbound entrance ramp at Interchange 105 of the Garden State Parkway in Tinton Falls
How Marty Ryser Went from Mowing Lawns to Running the Area’s Largest Outdoor Supply Store
Many teenagers spend their summers looking for local work to make some money. As a teenager in Lincroft, Marty Ryser
Local High School Seniors Receive Good Citizen Award
The Shrewsbury Towne-Monmouth Chapter of the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution came together on March 7 at the
Newcomers and Neighbors Club Plans Spring Luncheon
On March 10, the Newcomers and Neighbors Club of Colts Neck, Holmdel and surrounding areas held a general meeting at
Holmdel’s 22nd Annual Earth Day Festival Returns
Holmdel’s Bayonet Farm Earth Day Festival returns Sunday, May 1. From noon to 5 pm, there will be nature presentations,
Community Celebrates at Annual Rumson St. Patrick’s Day Parade
The chilly winds of March were blowing hard on March 13, but not hard enough to stop a determined crowd
Fairview Elementary Students Win USA National Winter Mathematics Contest
Fifth grade students at Fairview Elementary School in Middletown were recently named the winners of the USA National Winter Mathematics
RBC’s Pissott Named to All-Shore Team and Division Player of the Year
The Shore Conference Basketball Coaches Association has announced the 2022 All-Conference and All-Division girls’ squads. The awards are based on
Beautify Your Yard with a Butterfly Garden
This spring, you can do something great for the environment while also making your front and backyard look beautiful! Whether
Oak Hill Academy achieves a NJ Private School First at MathCounts
MathCounts, a national mathematics competition sponsored by the National Society of Professional Engineers and the National Council of Teachers of
Holmdel D14 Cheer Team Claims National Titles
The Holmdel D14 cheer team claimed multiple victories this past fall and winter as they established local and national credibility
ROAD CONSTRUCTION ALERT – White Road in Little Silver
The Little Silver Police Department has announced that Branch Avenue is open in both directions as the county finished its
Cougar Theatre Stages ‘Bye Bye Birdie’ as Spring Musical
The Cougar Theatre of Colts Neck High School presented “Bye Bye Birdie” as its spring musical. The play premiered on
Rumson’s Charlie Volker Returns from Olympics with Lifelong Memories
Winding down at home, Charlie Volker has finally had down time to relax, visit friends and reflect on an incredible
St. Leo the Great Rummage Sale to be Held April 2
St. Leo the Great will be holding its annual Rummage Sale event this Saturday, April 2 in the gym. If
Lions Capture Mayor’s Cup, Handchen Cup and Reach State Championship Final
What had been a season of ups and downs for the Middletown High School North ice hockey season became one
Red Bank Wrestler Phil Stolfa Relishes Season of Achievements
For Red Bank Regional wrestler Phil Stolfa, the 2020-21 season has been one of significant achievements. He reached the 100-victory
Snow Squall Warning for Monmouth County and Surrounding Areas
The National Weather Service in Mount Holly has issued a Snow Squall Warning for Northeastern Ocean County, Southeastern Mercer County,
Make Your House A Home by Adopting a Shelter Pet
April 30 is National Adopt a Shelter Pet Day. This holiday was created to raise awareness for the many pets
Incorporating Green Infrastructure at Home
We treasure this magnificent peninsula surrounded by the Navesink and Shrewsbury Rivers and the marine life and recreation it brings.
Step Ahead Mathematics Offering Small-Class Tutor Sessions
Whether your child is looking to get ahead over the summer or supplement in-school instruction, Step Ahead Mathematics LLC offers
Brookdale Basketball Teams Finish a Win Away from National Tournament
Paul Cisek had a message for his Brookdale Community College men’s basketball team following their loss in the Region 19
Two Senior Service Experts Join Forces to Meet the Ongoing Needs of New Jersey’s Vulnerable Older Adults
Visiting Nurse Association of Central Jersey Home Care Hospice (VNACJ), a not-for-profit home health, hospice and community health care provider
Detours to Begin Due to Bridge Repair on Laurel Avenue
The Holmdel Police Department announced that there will be detours established in the area of the Laurel Avenue Bridge starting
HFEE Announces Annual Gift to Holmdel School
The Holmdel Foundation for Educational Excellence (HFEE) is thrilled to announce its annual gift for the 2021-22 school year. In
Lilly Shapiro Makes History with 800, 1,600-Meter Wins at Meet of Champions
Was it a smile of relief or joy on Lilly Shapiro’s face? A little bit of both, the Colts Neck
RFH Lacrosse Coach Begins 19th Season, Looking to Continue Legacy
Rumson-Fair Haven Regional High School girls’ lacrosse Coach Amy O’Keefe began her 19th season coaching the Lady Bulldogs and is