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"Pavement heave" damages portion of Garden State Parkway in Toms River
A portion of the Garden State Parkway in New Jersey buckled Tuesday night, forcing emergency repairs that led to major delays.Officials say a "pavement heave" occurred in the southbound lanes in Toms River, causing southbound traffic to be backed up for up to 15 miles in Ocean and Monmouth counties.Heaving happens when moisture trapped under asphalt is subjected to extreme temperatures.The affected lanes were repaired and reopened by 10 p.m. Tuesday.For the latest traffic in your area, click here.
Monmouth Battlefield: Historians say industrial building developer distorted their views
MANALAPAN - In mid-June, the author of "Fatal Sunday," Mark Lender, checked an email address that he had left unmonitored and saw an email from a historian with the Monmouth County Historical Society. Lender was surprised to learn that an attorney had appeared before the Manalapan planning board in March...
WARNING: Invasive Jellyfish With Painful Sting is Increasing at the Jersey Shores
While you head to the Jersey shores to soak up the sun this summer, be sure not to also soak up a painful sting from these small suckers. Once again, the clinging jellyfish are back at the Jersey shores - and they're back with a tiny vengeance. jelljer. Officials are...
National Retailer Closing It’s Last Remaining New Jersey Store
National Retailer Closing It's Last Remaining New Jersey Store. It is the end of Bob's Stores in New Jersey as the national retailer continues its shutdown around the nation. The final New Jersey location is located in Monmouth County and it will close its doors in Freehold. According to the...
What $400,000 can buy you in Monmouth County
Prospective homebuyers considering the real estate market had a range of options in various neighborhoods throughout the region between June 24 and June 30. In this article, we outline recent property sales in Monmouth County, all of which featured homes under $400,000. Here, we provide a breakdown of the top...
Monmouth County Fair will pop up in Freehold in late July
FREEHOLD TOWNSHIP — The 49th annual Monmouth County Fair has a date and a location. Rides, music, and food are scheduled to take over the East Freehold Showgrounds for five days later this month. There is a general admission charge to enter the venue, for adults and older kids.
Little League World Series is far off but powerhouse South Wall team dreaming big
WALL — The South Wall Little League Baseball team has absolutely dominated its competition in the District 11 Tournament for coastal Monmouth County teams so far this summer. Is there talk of a trip to Williamsport and Little League World Series? The team's first baseman gave a short and simple answer. “Yes, 100%,” said Michael Lutkiewicz, 11. ...
$1M Powerball ticket bought in N.J. was sold at convenience store
The $1 million Powerball ticket bought in New Jersey for Saturday’s lottery drawing was sold at a convenience store in Monmouth County. The lucky winner purchased the second-prize ticket at Soda King on Gordons Corner Road in Manalapan, state lottery officials said Monday. The winning numbers were 26, 51,...
Boys & Girls Clubs of Monmouth County’s 17th Annual “Swing for the Kids” Golf Tournament a Resounding Success
Asbury Park, NJ – June 26, 2024 – The Boys & Girls Clubs of Monmouth County (BGCM) hosted its 17th annual “Swing for the Kids” golf tournament on Monday, June 24th, at the prestigious Hollywood Golf Club in Deal. The event was a tremendous success, generating much-needed revenue to support after-school and summer camp programs for over 1,350 children from Asbury Park, Neptune, Long Branch, and Red Bank.
Fourth of July fireworks and more things to do this weekend at the Jersey Shore
If there's one thing Americans can agree on, it's fireworks. We love the colors as they light up the sky, the spectacle, the oohs and aahs from the masses of people around us. At the Shore, there are lots of places to see fireworks for the Fourth of July. Some have festivals featuring music, food and children's activities. Here's a look at when and where to see fireworks by town and by date.
Make smartphones easier for older people with Middletown man's app
MIDDLETOWN - After his mother was diagnosed with Parkinson's disease some 15 years ago, Saeed Saatchi and his sister, Soodie, were quickly stretched thin. Saatchi, a telecommunications engineer, was helping raise two teen daughters and traveled frequently for his job. Soodie took on the primary responsibility of caring for their mother, even though she, too, had a full-time job.
When ‘universal’ pre-K really isn’t: Barriers to participating abound
Even when states claim to have “universal” pre-K, some of the most comprehensive programs only serve a slice of kids who are eligible. The post When ‘universal’ pre-K really isn’t: Barriers to participating abound appeared first on New Jersey Monitor.
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