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Asbury Park Riots In 1970 Form Basis of Coming of Age Story
For over fifty years, Paul Bomba had a story he wanted to tell. It's a tale about Asbury Park that starts off in July of 1970 as the beach town erupts with racial unrest. Three unlikely teenage friends (Adam, Mollie, and Howard) struggle with family conflicts and their racial, cultural and class identities in the midst of the chaos. The town and those teens will never be the same.
What's new at the Jersey Shore in summer 2024? Here are 9 things you need to know
Brooklyn Adams, the owner of Lava Java in Lavallette, has hired and trained her crew, over-ordered supplies, and is putting the finishing touches on a new, full-service coffee window that can alleviate the long lines inside the cafe. The weeks leading up to Memorial Day have been slower than last...
Toms River Mayor Leaves Meeting Over Ciba Lawyer Argument
TOMS RIVER – Choosing a lawyer to represent the town in a Ciba Geigy settlement caused angry yelling and even led to the mayor and business administrator leaving a Township Council meeting. Ciba spent decades poisoning the ground and water in town. Its current owner, BASF, will preserve 1,000...
Getting Ready For Summer, Officials “Unlock The Ocean”
LAVALLETTE – When you unlock something as large and valuable as the Atlantic Ocean, you need a big key and that is exactly what local government officials brought with them to the beach to kick off the summer season. The event showcased the Philadelphia Avenue gazebo and shoreline of...
Join the Celebration: Neptune City's 4th Annual LGBTQ Pride Flag Raising on June 1st
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Hazlet and Keyport Remember--You are Invited to Memorial Day Ceremonies. Read more:
On Monday, May 27, Hazlet and Keyport will be hosting special ceremonial events to honor those who made the ultimate sacrifices for our freedom. See details: IN THE BAYSHORE: On Monday, Memorial Day, 2024, The Hazlet Township VFW 4303 will hold its annual Memorial Day ceremony, May 27 at 10 a.m. All are invited to join the veterans to respect and remember our nation's fallen.The event will be held at 1776 Union Ave, Hazlet, NJ 07730-2444. In Keyport there are a series of ceremonies on Memorial Day. See flyer below: For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
This Is The Most Charming Restaurant In New Jersey
There are two things that New Jersey has that work well together. When you add up our charm and great food, it equals a great dining experience. Experts say this is the most charming restaurant in New Jersey. When you think of charm, you can't help but imagine that amazing...
Here Is The Most Family Friendly Town In New Jersey
Despite the nationwide reputation New Jersey has, we are a pretty nice place, and there is one particular town that is even nicer than the rest, at least according to a published report. No matter where you go in the Garden State, you are going to run into nice people....
Belmar to Honor Fallen Heroes with Memorial Day Ceremony
BELMAR, NJ - The Belmar community is invited to join the Mayor and Council for a Memorial Day Ceremony to honor those who have bravely given their lives in service to the nation. The ceremony is scheduled for Monday, May 27th, at 9:00 am, and will take place at Memorial Field on Monument Row, nestled between 12th and 13th on Main Street. This annual event is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by military personnel to protect freedom and peace. Attendees are encouraged to gather together to pay their respects and remember the courage of these fallen heroes.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Regardless of weather conditions, the Memorial Day ceremony will proceed as planned. Should inclement weather arise on Monday morning, the event will be relocated to the Courtroom at Borough Hall to ensure that the community can still pay their respects comfortably. The ceremony promises to be a respectful and solemn occasion, providing an opportunity for reflection and gratitude for the ultimate sacrifices made by American servicemen and women. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
Must See Newly Painted Water Tower In Ocean County, NJ
I have discussed it before (photography) and shared photos I have taken over the years. It's a hobby for me and I do love capturing photos from all over our travels. If you are into photography as a hobby then you know what I am talking about. It's a passion to capture great subjects and scenery when you can. Whether it's a beautiful sunrise or sunset or a puppy sleeping, getting a great pic is always satisfying. In this particular case, it's the "water tower". Yes seems like a boring subject but there is a lot of features when it comes to water towers. Their shape, their design, their history, and the art are all part of what makes "water towers" a great subject. If you go to cities you will always find water tanks and towers scattered throughout the skyline and I love taking photos of those old ones, they make great black-and-white photos. Today a trend in suburban towns is to customize and paint their water towers, making them a piece of art in the sky.
10 most expensive homes sold in Monmouth County, May 13-19
A house in Rumson that sold for $4.3 million tops the list of the most expensive residential real estate sales in Monmouth County in the past week. In total, 215 residential real estate sales were recorded in the county during the past week, with an average price of $819,907, or $401 per square foot.
Toms River Hires Law Firm to Fight Plan to Turn Federal Toxic Waste Site Into Homes and Park
Toms River Mayor Dan Rodrick and the township council have hired a law firm to fight the State of New Jersey and BASF Chemical Corp, the current owner of the Ciba-Geigy federal Superfund site, in court. The township chose the Law Firm Of Donald F. Burke as special counsel to prevent the state plan to allow the company to build on 250 acres of the Superfund site responsible for water pollution and cancer-related deaths and illnesses throughout the township. “We need a law firm highly skilled in litigation,” said Mayor Rodrick. “The last administration wanted to use our in-house attorney,
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