Category: Tri-Town News

STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER ERIC SUCAR Guests stroll the grounds at the Freedom Fest State Fair at the Horse Park of New Jersey, Upper Freehold Township, July 8. Fair season will continue with the Monmouth County Fair, Freehold Township, July 22-26.

By CHRISTINE BARCIA Staff Writer There will be something for everybody to enjoy at the 41st annual Monmouth County Fair. “We are gearing up for another five days of traditional family fun, along with some new highlights,” said Karen D. Jarmusz, assistant superintendent of recreation, Monmouth County Park System. The Monmouth County Fair will take…

By ANDREW MARTINS Staff Writer Almost a decade after the Jackson Women of Today moved its food pantry to space at a Department of Public Works (DPW) facility, municipal officials are still working with the group to find a new location for the operation. Since 2007, the Jackson Food Pantry has been providing food, supplies…

More than 300 people visited Fair Winds Farm in Cream Ridge on June 28 as a spotlight was placed on the standardbred industry. In top photo, Dr. Patricia Hogan speaks about her work at the Hogan Equine Clinic. Guests came from near and far and had a chance to get to know the farm’s equine…

HOWELL — The Township Council has introduced an ordinance amending guidelines for the construction of affordable housing at a specific location in Howell. The ordinance was introduced on June 15 and will have a public hearing and possible vote for adoption on July 20. According to the ordinance, the intent of the Moderate and Low…

TOP PICK Vinnie Medugno & Charlie Poveromo Legends Promotions presents a night of music and comedy, featuring “Americas Funniest Ventriloquist” John Pizzi, on July 18 at 8 p.m. at the Middletown Arts Center, 36 Church St. Middletown. Pizzi, a Manalapan resident, brings his unique brand of comedy, magic and ventriloquism to audiences at comedy clubs,…

JACKSON – Police are searching for two men who entered a Jackson home and robbed the residence of cash and jewelry. One person who was in the house told police he was held at gunpoint during the incident. The incident occurred at 9:30 p.m. July 2 at a home on Abercorn Court in the Winding…

PHOTOS BY MATT DENTON Thousands turned out to celebrate Independence Day at the 25th Annual OceanFest held along the oceanfront Promenade in Long Branch. Among the attractions that drew crowds to the family friendly festival were professional sand sculptures, live musical performances, children’s activities and entertainment, an Afro-Caribbean music and dance festival, crafts and delicious…

By KENNY WALTER Staff Writer Steve Dillon of Monroe Township cleans his 1935 Graham at the Classic Car Cruise held at The Shoppes of Old Bridge on July 3. STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER ERIC SUCAR Car enthusiasts, as well as families and investors, are flocking to car cruise nights throughout New Jersey to take a look at…