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Houses eyed for Shark River Coast Guard Station
AVON-BY-THE-SEA — Plans are underway to replace the former Shark River Coast Guard Station with several single-family dwellings. The 1.4-acre property was sold in early spring by the government for $6.35 million to the Clockworks Development Group and RBD Ventures. The station was decommissioned in 2021 and put under the direction of the federal government’s General Services Administration (GSA), which began accepting bids in January after the property was put up for public auction.
It was ‘Chinatown by the Sea.’ Inside a Jersey Shore town’s unknown history.
Bradley Beach, known for its scenic shorefront and foodie-friendly Main Street, also maintains a rich — if not unlikely — cultural heritage: The small Jersey Shore town was once known as Chinatown by the Sea. The migration of Chinese immigrants in New York City to the beachfront enclave...
N.J. school temporarily shuts down after alarming find in classrooms
A week before school is expected to start, Laura Donovan Elementary School in Freehold Township is temporarily closing after mold was found in classrooms, official said Thursday. The Monmouth County school district will reassign Donovan students to other local elementary schools while the mold issue is addressed, according to a...
DWI Checkpoints Set for Labor Day Weekend
Summer is wrapping up at the Jersey Shore with two DWI checkpoints over the Labor Day weekend in Monmouth County, starting tonight, Friday, the Monmouth County DWI Task Force announced. The DWI Checkpoint Details. On Friday night in Marlboro …. Starting at 9 p.m. on Friday and running until 1...
Free Clearwater Festival happening in Asbury Park this weekend
ASBURY PARK − The New Jersey Friends of Clearwater Festival, featuring live music, food, vendors and information about ways to protect the environment, takes place this Saturday and Sunday in Sunset Park. The free event runs from 1 to 8 p.m. on Aug. 31, and noon to 6 p.m. on Sept. 1 in the park, and is marking its 49th anniversary. Clearwater was founded in 1966 by folk music legend and activist Pete Seeger and his wife,...
Dead but not buried: NJ funeral home kept remains for 31 years, lawsuit says
MIDDLETOWN — For 31 years Debbie Uraga has dutifully visited her father's grave site on his birthday, holidays and Father's Day. But it turns out his cremated remains were sitting on a shelf in the basement of the funeral home that handled his arrangements, according to a lawsuit. George...
The nutty reasons for big power outages in Monmouth County, NJ
HOWELL — Around 11,000 JCP&L customers in Monmouth County lost power this week in the latest of a series of outages this summer with wacky origins. An animal zapped itself at a Howell substation on Wednesday morning, News 12 New Jersey reported. It chewed through electrical equipment, tripped circuit...
NJ students can’t return after building health hazard discovered
FREEHOLD TOWNSHIP — Students at a Monmouth County elementary school will start the school year in different schools because of the cleanup of mold in classrooms found over the summer. Schools Superintendent Neal Dickstein said a remediation company has been working seven days a week on cleanup at the...
Bridge Linking Brick, Wall Townships Shut Down Following Inspection
A bridge that links northern Brick Township with Wall Township – and the rest of Monmouth County – has been shut down after an inspection revealed it to be in need of repairs. The Monmouth County Commissioners released a statement Thursday saying the “W3 Bridge,” a small span...
Azarian announces Neptune Plaza reaches full occupancy
New Jersey — Azarian Realty Co. announced its newest signed lease with The UPS Store at Neptune Plaza Shopping Center in Neptune City. The UPS Store joins other tenants in the center including a ShopRite, and a free-standing TD Bank. Hobby Lobby has also been under construction in the center and is set to open soon in an expansive 58,952 s/f space. With the addition of The UPS Store, Neptune Plaza will be fully occupied.
Ocean County Man Indicted for 149 Counts of Animal Cruelty
Jeffrey S. Finlay — According to theOcean County Prosecutors Office, on August 28, 2024, Jeffrey Finlay, 56, of Brick Township, was indicted by a Grand Jury sitting in Ocean County on 149 counts of Animal Cruelty, in connection with events that occurred in Brick Township on May 4, 2023.
Boro to claim eminent domain on portions of two properties
POINT PLEASANT — The borough of Point Pleasant is claiming eminent domain on a small portion of a property on the corner of Beaver Dam Road and Bridge Avenue and another site in the Nellie Bennett marsh area. The action was introduced via three ordinances at the council meeting on Aug.
Monmouth County Fire Museum holds classic car and firetruck show
WALL TOWNSHIP — With a little help from its friends at InfoAge History and Science Museums, the Monmouth County Fire Museum (MCFM) showed off a sea of vintage firetrucks, military vehicles and cars this past Saturday, Aug. 24. Various organizations and car crazies from all over came to behold a sight of 20th-century trucks — both firetrucks and military-grade — as well as bright, shiny personally-owned cars that dated back to the earliest days of automobiles.
City of Asbury Park Launches "First Fridays Art & Sound at the Station"
ASBURY PARK, NJ - The City of Asbury Park is thrilled to announce the debut of "First Fridays Art & Sound at the Station," a brand-new event series set to kick off on Friday, September 6, from 5 to 8 pm at the Asbury Park Transportation Center (801 Springwood Avenue). This exciting new series will bring together local artists, musicians, and craft vendors in a vibrant celebration of creativity and community. Attendees can look forward to an evening filled with captivating art displays, live music performances, and unique crafts, making it the perfect way to start the weekend and immerse oneself in the rich cultural scene of Asbury Park. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Don’t miss this opportunity to experience the best of local talent and connect with the community in a lively, festive atmosphere. For more details, visit www.cityofasburypark.com/firstfridays. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
NJ shore landfill hit with nearly $300K fine
Despite being closed for decades, a former landfill at the Jersey Shore has been hit with a nearly $300,000 fine amid pollution claims. State environmental regulators issued the fine to the owners of the Aeromarine property in Keyport following recent inspections. The violations found included the improper closure of the landfill and lack of control over access.
New Jersey Drivers Think This Is Our Area’s Most Dreaded Road
The easy answer to the question of which road in Monmouth and Ocean Counties is ‘all of them’, but we dug a little deeper. You can make a compelling argument for at least a dozen roads in our area that could proudly hold this title. And frankly, each...
Sickles family might be on the way to reopening Little Silver supermarket after court OK
The owner of Sickles Market in Little Silver has received an OK from a bankruptcy court judge to bring in an investment group to start a process that may resurrect the 116-year-old Monmouth County business. Robert H. Sickles can sign an agreement with 1663 Partners LLC, which seeks to form subsidiaries that would own Sickles Market, his house in Rumson and property in Little Silver, and Sickles Market's brand and intellectual property. Sickles, his two daughters and...
Belmar’s 48th Annual 5 Mile Run to Take Over Oceanfront This Saturday
BELMAR, NJ - The 48th Annual Belmar 5 Mile Run is set to make waves this Saturday, August 31, 2024, with a start time of 8:00 AM. Hosted by the Goodwill Hose Co., the Borough of Belmar, and the Jersey Shore Running Club, this event will showcase the scenic Belmar oceanfront and local streets while raising funds for the Goodwill Hose Co. As one of New Jersey’s largest road races, the event anticipates over 2,500 participants. Residents and spectators should be aware of significant traffic disruptions, as Ocean Avenue will be closed along its entire length, with additional street closures impacting Belmar from E Street east to Ocean Avenue. Runners are encouraged to arrive early to navigate the affected areas. The race will be followed by an after-party at Bar Anticipation in Lake Como, offering a festive conclusion to the day’s events. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
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