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Red Bank Man Charged in Shrewsbury Fatal Pedestrian Collision
FREEHOLD, NJ: A Red Bank man has been charged for leaving the scene of an accident that resulted in the death of a pedestrian in Shrewsbury, according to an announcement by Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago on Friday. Jose Rodriguez-Jimenez, 40, faces one count of second-degree, “Knowingly Leaving the Scene of an Accident Under Certain Circumstances.”CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER The incident occurred on Monday, August 5, shortly after 2:45am. Shrewsbury police responded to a 911 call reporting an unresponsive man lying in the northbound lane of Shrewsbury Avenue. The victim, later...
3-Year-Old Dies After Being Pulled From Toms River Pool
TOMS RIVER — A 3-year-old child died on Wednesday evening after being pulled out of a swimming pool in the backyard of a township home, authorities confirmed. According to the Toms River Police Department, a 911 call came in for a report of an unresponsive child who had been pulled out of the water at a home on Hazelwood Drive.
Body cam footage of surfer arrest on Belmar beach released by chief of police
BELMAR — Police Chief Tina Scott has issued a second press release regarding the arrest of a surfer on Belmar beach this past Tuesday, along with body camera footage from the arresting officer during the incident. The Aug. 22 press release and body camera footage, issued by Chief Scott on the Belmar Police Department Facebook page, comes two days after the arrest of a surfer on 19th Avenue beach — an altercation that sparked outrage online after a witness of the arrest posted footage on Facebook.
Sign Up for Harvey Cedars Catboat Races
Harvey Cedars’ summer activities come to a traditional end with the annual catboat races on Sunday, Sept. 1, off Sunset Park. The event begins with a skippers meeting at 12:30 p.m. at the park near the water tower, followed by races beginning at 1 p.m. An awards ceremony is held at the park gazebo, where there will also be beer and wine and light fare.
'I got a wonderful girl': Marlboro WWII vet saluted for 100th birthday, 75th anniversary
MARLBORO - Ben Indelicato had just graduated from high school in Brooklyn when the Army draft notice arrived. It was 1943, and World War II was raging. “Uncle Sam said, ‘I need you,’” the Marlboro resident recalled. “It was my duty. Nobody wants to go. But you go.” So off he went to the...
Men's Soccer Falls In Season Opener At Monmouth
WEST LONG BRANCH, N.J. – The Fairfield University men's soccer team opened the 2024 season with a 4-0 setback against Monmouth University on the road. The Stags controlled flow through the first 20 minutes and created several opportunities, placing pressure on the Monmouth back line. Kris Naicker was up front for the first two chances, the first coming off a full sprint down the left flank before cutting back toward goal. He released a shot that forced Hawks goalkeeper Eryk Dymora to make a play to the lower corner of the net.
Join the Red Bank Annual Townwide Yard
RED BANK, NJ: The Red Bank Annual Townwide Yard Sale will be held on Saturday, September 21, from 9:00am to 2:00pm. The deadline for registration is Wednesday, September 18.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER The rain date for the event is Sunday September 22, but the library will NOT make this call -- that is up to the individual sellers. Participants will be added to the Yard Sale map for a $10 fee with proceeds going to the Red Bank Public Library. Registered homes will be placed on the Yard Sale map, which will be available...
Spotswood PTA to Welcome Students Back with Annual Ice Cream Socials
SPOTSWOOD, NJ - Spotswood School District students return to classes on Thursday, September 5. Once again, the Spotswood PTA is welcoming the district's youngest students back-to-school by hosting ice cream socials at the Schoenly and Appleby Schools. The ice cream socials started as a way for parents and kids to meet their new classmates, teachers and principals. This family-friendly event is always a big draw and a huge hit. The Spotswood PTA is hosting the Schoenly School's Ice Cream Social on Friday, September 6 at 6:30 p.m. in the school's multipurpose room. It's the Appleby School's turn on Friday, September 13 at 6 p.m. CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER In 2023, the Spotswood PTA received the Exceptional Local Unit Award at the New Jersey PTA Convention Awards. Volunteers for the Spotswood PTA support the Schoenly, Appleby and Memorial Middle School with special in-school activities, family-friendly events like bingo, book sales, holiday shops, plant sales, assemblies and more. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Florida trio charged in apparent acid attack that left a New Jersey woman with burns to a third of her body, prosecutors say
Three Florida residents have been arrested in connection to an apparent acid attack on a New Jersey woman who suffered burns to more than 35% of her body, according to a Gloucester County Prosecutor’s Office press release obtained by CNN affiliate KYW.
Cops release video of Jersey Shore surfer arrest, deny he was tackled for not having a beach badge
WARNING: This video contains graphic language. A surfer thrown to the ground and taken into custody by Belmar cops Tuesday was arrested because he didn’t cooperate with police — and not because he didn’t show his beach badge, the borough’s police chief said. Belmar police released...
Spend An Afternoon In This Beautiful New Jersey Town Before Summer Ends
Put this charming Monmouth County town on your list of places to visit in New Jersey this summer. It's home to a coffee shop you're sure to love and a downtown area with lots of shops and restaurants you're sure to love too!. I was introduced to this small town...
Asbury Park Hosts "Big Splash" End of Summer Celebration this Saturday
ASBURY PARK, NJ - The City of Asbury Park is set to close out the summer in style with the "Big Splash End of Summer Celebration" this Saturday, August 24th. The event, which runs from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m., promises a day packed with fun and festivities for the whole family. Taking place at the field on Atkins and Bangs Avenues, next to the City’s Water Spray Park between Barack Obama and MLK Schools, the celebration will feature waterslides, music, and delicious snacks, offering a perfect way to cool off and enjoy the summer sun one last time.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER The event is proudly sponsored by the City of Asbury Park's Department of Community & Cultural Affairs, highlighting the city's commitment to fostering community spirit and providing enriching experiences for its residents. For more information about the "Big Splash" event, residents are encouraged to contact the Department of Community & Cultural Affairs at 732-502-5753. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Monroe Commons project to require multiple approvals
A resident of the neighboring property to a proposed two-lot subdivision on Lakes Road spoke out against the proposal during a public hearing at the August 20 Monroe Planning Board meeting, saying that she disagreed with the assumption that it would have minimal impact on the area. She said she would like to see more information and that her interactions with the project have left her with questions. The resident also said she was concerned about the size of the lot and the lack of division between it and her property.
Asbury Park Man Indicted For Toms River Hookah Lounge Murder
Ocean County Prosecutor Brad Billhimer announced that Eric Manzanares, 24, of Asbury Park, was indicted by a Grand Jury sitting in Ocean County on the charges of Murder, Attempted Murder, Aggravated Assault, Unlawful Possession of a Weapon, Possession of a Weapon for an Unlawful Purpose, Possession of a High Capacity Ammunition Magazine and two counts of being a Certain Person Not to Possess a Weapon, all in connection with the murder of Nymere Tinsley, 25, of Brick Township, which occurred in Toms River on August 27, 2022.
NJ DWI checkpoints this weekend at the Shore
Impaired driving isn’t worth the risks: loss of life, fines, incarceration, license suspension and more. The Monmouth County DWI Task Force has ramped up efforts all summer long to drive home the message, and efforts aren’t over. Neptune City’s checkpoint is from 10 p.m. to 2 a.m.; all...
Prison for NJ man who ripped off MILLIONS from grieving military families
TRENTON — A Monmouth County U.S. Army Reserves major has been sentenced for ripping off at least two dozen grieving Gold Star families for a few million dollars collectively. Caz Craffy, 42, of Colts Neck, would serve 12 1/2 years in federal prison for making risky investments while working...
Belmar Cops Under Fire for Video Showing Chokehold Performed on Badgeless Surfer
Responding Officers are seen in the video posted to Facebook User Austin Downs page placing a surfer in a chokehold and arresting him seemingly for a report that he wasn’t showing his beach badge. According to a post from the Department, The individual, 28-year-old Liam Mahoney of Junction City, California, has been charged with Disorderly Conduct and Resisting Arrest, both disorderly persons offenses, as well as Obstruction of Justice, a petty disorderly persons offense. He was also issued a borough ordinance for Beach Badge Required. A thorough review of the circumstances of the arrest will be conducted, in accordance with applicable New Jersey Office of the Attorney General guidelines. NJ.com also noted that Belmar Beach requires badges from 9-5 weekdays and 9-6 pn weekends and holidays.
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