Category: HUB News

  • High flying

    Left: Will McMullin prepares to launch his kite during the Sea Bright Kite Festival held on the public beach on April 25. Center: Brian McMullin runs to get his kite aloft. Right: Bart Healey’s unique Red Baron kite begins its ascent. PHOTOS BY MATT DENTON

  • ‘What more can be done?’ is the critical question that can save a stroke victim

    The normal response from the doctor used to be,“He suffered a stroke. There’s nothing more we could do.” Especially if the patient sought medical care after the six-hour treatment window. Today, the response should be much different. So it’s critical the patient’s loved ones or caregiver ask the all-important question:“What more can be done?” Not…

  • Meridian Health to elevate cancer services in Monmouth and Ocean County facilities

    Furthering its commitment to improve the health and well-being of the residents of New Jersey, Meridian Health has launched a $128 million investment to bring a higher level of care close to home by enhancing its cancer services in Monmouth and Ocean counties.The massive project builds upon well established and trusted cancer services already offered…

  • Marchers stand together for justice, equality

    By ADAM C. UZIALKO Staff Writer Representatives of the Greater Long Branch Chapter of the NAACP and religious leaders march along Liberty Street during the March for Change held May 3. FRANK GALIPO Religious and community leaders hosted a solidarity march through Long Branch to show support for the “Black Lives Matter” demonstrations across the…

  • Sea Bright poised to move forward with funds in place

    By KATHY CHANG Staff Writer SEA BRIGHT — With a total of more than $16 million in grant funding received to date since superstorm Sandy, this stormravaged borough is moving forward. “The per capita in grant funding in print is eye-popping — $16,235.81,” Mayor Dina Long said. “I would say we have done pretty well.”…

  • Local chefs, new offerings mark second season of farmers market

    By KATHY CHANG Staff Writer SEA BRIGHT — New and exciting things are in store for customers of the Sea Bright Farmers Market, which is returning for a second year. Opening day is set for May 7. The market is held 2-7 p.m. every Thursday through September in the municipal parking lot on Ocean Avenue…

  • Common mistakes made on home renovation projects

    Home improvement projects can turn a house into a home. Homeowners plan scores of renovations to transform living spaces into rooms that reflect their personal tastes and comforts. Homeowners going it alone may find things do not always go as planned. In fact, a Harris Interactive study found that 85 percent of homeowners say remodeling…

  • G.P. Pool Service Inc. can take care of all your pool needs

    G.P. Pool Service Inc., located in Jackson, is a family-owned business serving Ocean, Monmouth and Middlesex counties with 40 years of experience installing and servicing inground, steel wall vinyl liner pools.Whether you are a first-time customer or upgrading an existing pool, they can help you turn your yard into a summer paradise to be enjoyed…

  • Sea Bright may require badges on weekends at Anchorage Beach

    By KATHY CHANG Staff Writer SEA BRIGHT — Beginning Memorial Day weekend, beachgoers may need a badge on weekends to access Anchorage Beach, which has been free to the public. Borough officials have been moving forward with plans to charge for access to Anchorage Beach on Saturdays and Sundays. If the Borough Council adopts the…