Howell
LATEST NEWS
Jackson, NJ man drowns swimming in Delaware River
Authorities have recovered the body of a Jackson man who drowned while swimming in the Delaware River this weekend. The body of Jeysson Ariel Osorio-Reyes, 24, was found Saturday night, according to National Park Service spokesperson Kathleen Sandt. Search crews including divers, volunteers, and NPS rangers found Osorio-Reyes around 7...
Hackensack Meridian sues feds claiming underpayment, citing new Supreme Court ruling
At least one major New Jersey institution wasted little time to act on the U.S. Supreme Court's major ruling last week that overturned the so-called "Chevron Doctrine," making it easier now to challenge federal regulators in court. Hackensack Meridian Health, which operates 18 hospitals across New Jersey, has sued the...
MAILBAG: Real Estate Investors Are Absolutely Not The Reason You Don’t Have A House
After reading the recent letter complaining about realtors and real estate investors, I completely understand the feeling of despair that people have when homes double in prices and they completely missed it. It’s terrible, and there probably has never been something like the price appreciation that we just had during covid. However, to try and paint the investors as the main cause – or even a significant cause – is simply ignorant.
Mountain Lion Reportedly Dangerously Close To Upstate New York
A number of reported mountain lions have been spotted just outside the Hudson Valley. The wild animal was reported in New Jersey, in a county that borders Orange County. Mountain Lion Reported Near Orange County, New York. A mountain lion was reportedly seen in Sussex County, New Jersey. A listener...
Common Calendar, Packet Papers, July 5
Burlington, Mercer, Middlesex, and Somerset counties. New Jersey Blood Services (NJBS), a division of New York Blood Center, which provides blood for local patients, is looking for a few good volunteers. The blood drive volunteer is an integral member of our team whose tasks include assisting donors with registration and/or...
Belmar Independence Day show to light up the night July 6
BELMAR — The community is welcomed to join together this weekend for the third annual Independence Day Show. The holiday celebration, presented by Raising4 Inc. and the Borough of Belmar, will light up the night with a free concert, computerized light show and fireworks display on Saturday, July 6. The show will start with a pre-show concert at 8:30 p.m.
Firefighters, residents burned in Toms River, NJ townhouse fire
TOMS RIVER — Six townhouse units were burned at a Jersey Shore complex early Monday morning leaving, residents displaced and several firefighters injured, according to officials. Two townhouses were ablaze at the Mariner's Cove townhouses off Kettle Creek Road in the Silverton section of Toms River when firefighters arrived...
Unique pop-up gallery opens in Red Bank with photos from Danny Clinch
The famed photographer and musician Danny Clinch has opened a new pop-up gallery, featuring world class photos from many rock and roll legends. The gallery is Transparent by the Tracks and located on Monmouth Street by the Red Bank, NJ train station. Clinch’s photos will include Jersey legends Bruce Springsteen...
RED BANK THROWBACK: 1983’s “WORST FIREWORKS EVER”
(Courtesy of Red Bank Public Library) Click to enlarge.) Forty years ago this week in 1984, The Red Bank Register reported pyrotechnicians worked “very carefully” on Red Bank’s Fourth of July fireworks display to ensure “no repeat of last year’s problems.”. That ominous reference made...
Marucci Park phase three plans presented at Spring Lake council
SPRING LAKE — As construction on phase two of the Marucci Park project nears its start, Spring Lake is in the process of trying to secure grant funding for the next stage of that project, phase three, which is expected to begin construction in 2025. Matthew Mariano of (Avakian Inc.) gave a presentation at the June 25 mayor and council meeting outlining what the project has looked and will look like leading up to phase three, what that phase aims to accomplish and what would be needed.
Eagle Scouts Spotlight: Meet Manasquan’s Outstanding Youth Leaders
MANASQUAN, NJ - In honor of our independence, we are celebrating an organization that has been integral to the fabric of the United States for 114 years - the Boy Scouts of America, specifically the Eagle Scouts. At this week’s Manasquan Council meeting, the governing body and Senior Vice Commander of the VFW Post 1838, Glenn Miller, honored four Eagle Scouts: William Minervini, Lucas Nordell, Ryan Rose, and Alexander Schmieder. To become an Eagle Scout, a scout must fulfill several requirements, demonstrating leadership, service, and outdoor skills. These requirements ensure that the scout has a well-rounded experience,...
10 most expensive homes sold in Ocean County, June 24-30
A house in Beach Haven that sold for $3.4 million tops the list of the most expensive residential real estate sales in Ocean County in the past week. In total, 61 residential real estate sales were recorded in the county during the past week, with an average price of $514,527. The average price per square foot ended up at $358.
Boathouse Bar and Grill Faces Foreclosure as Debt Reaches Nearly $4 Million
BELMAR, NJ –As originally reported by TAPinto yesterday, The Boathouse Bar and Grill, once a favored destination, is facing foreclosure. First Platinum Capital Corp. has secured a Final Judgment for Foreclosure against the establishment as well as a residential property owned by co-owner Matt Harmon in Sea Girt, in an effort to collect on a substantial debt. The debt owed by brothers Tim Harmon and Matt Harmon has ballooned to $3,997,945.21, stemming from a Secured Promissory Note dated May 13, 2022. Due to lack of payments, the original amount of $3,250,000 has significantly increased over the past...
Spectacular Fireworks Light Up Asbury Park Beach
ASBURY PARK, NJ – The weather for the fireworks display on the beach in Asbury Park could not have been better on Wednesday night. On a cool night in the beginning of July, the most comfortable outfit seemed to be a hoodie sweatshirt paired with shorts and flip-flops. Families packed the boardwalk while over a dozen boats sat just off the beach, watching the fireworks that started promptly at 9:00 PM. Businesses along the boardwalk were jammed with customers in places like The Break and Low Dive, along with other establishments like Coney Waffle. The fireworks display,...
Freehold Man Charged With Attempted Murder In Ocean County
MONMOUTH/OCEAN COUNTY – Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer announced that on July 3, 2024, Michael Vulpis, 26, of Freehold Borough, was charged with Attempted Murder, Possession of a Weapon for an Unlawful Purpose, Unlawful Possession of a Weapon, and being a Certain Person Not to Possess a Weapon or Ammunition, in connection with an incident that occurred in Jackson Township on June 27, 2024.
Welcome to NewsBreak, an open platform where diverse perspectives converge. Most of our content comes from established publications and journalists, as well as from our extensive network of tens of thousands of creators who contribute to our platform. We empower individuals to share insightful viewpoints through short posts and comments. It’s essential to note our commitment to transparency: our Terms of Use acknowledge that our services may not always be error-free, and our Community Standards emphasize our discretion in enforcing policies. We strive to foster a dynamic environment for free expression and robust discourse through safety guardrails of human and AI moderation. Join us in shaping the news narrative together.