• Christie announces $300 million in buyout funding

    Sayreville and South River residents affected by Sandy eligible for program Stella Morrison Households in Sayreville and South River are one step closer to their recovery from superstorm Sandy. Gov. Chris Christie announced May 16 that the federal government has approved $300 million to purchase 1,000 homes in New Jersey that were severely damaged during…

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    State University of New York Institute of Technology senior Caitlin Cottell (Eatontown) was named to the All-Northeast Athletic Conference (NEAC) Women’s Lacrosse All-Conference Second Team. The Red Bank Catholic High School graduate, who plays defense, scored 15 goals and had four assists for the Wildcats, which were 6-10 overall and 5-4 in conference play. A…

  • Pitchers carry RBC into postseason tournaments

    Caseys host Lancers in MCT semifinals BY WARREN RAPPLEYEA Correspondent Red Bank Catholic (RBC) High School’s baseball team heads into the Shore Conference Tournament with an 18-2 record, thanks in large part to a pitching staff that has produced a tiny 1.71 ERA. RBC’s pitchers have tossed six shutouts and have limited the opposition to…

  • Handle up as Monmouth Park opens 68th season of horse racing

    Pass You Bye Bye wins Decathlon Stakes Pass You Bye Bye (#3), with Julian Pimentel in the saddle, says “bye bye” to the field as he races to the win in the $75,000 Decathlon Stakes at Monmouth Park on opening day, May 11. BILL DENVER EQUI-PHOTO Monmouth Park kicked off its 68th season of thoroughbred…

  • Napolitano’s epic 1,600 victory highlights county track meet

    BY TIM MORRIS Staff Writer Monmouth Regional High School’s Ibrahim Al Soub gets ready to unleash a throw during the shot put competition at the Monmouth County Track and Field Championships held on May 8 at Holmdel High School. The Golden Falcons’ thrower established a new personal best with his 40-10 throw, which was good…

  • Middletown Arts Center welcomes spring

    Kaiza Lenz, “Moonlit Frog” oil on canvas The Middletown Arts Center (MAC) is presenting the Spring Art Exhibition, which features artwork representing everything related to the spring season. The show comprises painting, photography and works on paper, showcasing many talented artists from around the area. The exhibition will be on display in the MAC Gallery…

  • Newsted carries the ‘metal’ torch to the Stone Pony

    BY ANDREW MARTINS Staff Writer Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Jason Newsted (center) takes his new band out on the road, stopping at Asbury Park before a long string of European festivals. A wise Australian man once wrote, “It’s a long way to the top if you want to rock and roll.” For Jason…

  • Call to artists for Canterbury Art Show

    St. George’s-by-the-River Episcopal Church, 7 Lincoln Ave., Rumson, is seeking artists for its annual Canterbury Art Show, which will take place Sept. 20-22. Artists must register by June 3. Proceeds will benefit St. George’s outreach grants to more than 30 local agencies serving those in need in Monmouth and Ocean counties, including Lunch Break, Family…

  • Garden club meeting, luncheon May 23

    The Oceanport Garden Club’s final business meeting before the summer break will be held at 10 a.m. May 23 at the Old Wharf House, 316 E. Main St. An end-of-the-year luncheon for members will be held at noon on June 13, at Mia’s Restaurant, 249 E. Main St. The newly elected board officers for the…

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