• School’s holiday drives help those in need

    Saint James Elementary School at 30 Peters Place in Red Bank recently held two drives to help those in need locally and globally. The school held its annual Thanksgiving Food Drive in November. Fourth-grade teacher and Student Council moderator Kathleen Kelly, organized the drive, which was sponsored by the Student Council. Students were asked to…

  • Avoiding pitfalls that can derail your diet

    Healthy Resolutions Diet and exercise go hand-in-hand for men and women looking to improve their overall health. While it can be tempting to skip a workout in favor of relaxing on the couch at home, the temptation to cheat on your diet is far more pervasive, as dieters know that a high-calorie treat or second…

  • Program stresses role of male figures in student success

    By KAYLA J. MARSH Staff Writer The Fatherhood Initiative Program at Red Bank Regional High School was set up on Dec. 4 to celebrate the men who positively impact the lives of male students. LITTLE SILVER — Studies show that the influence of a paternal figure in a young man’s life encourages them to do…

  • Red Bank to honor jazz aficionado Gatta

    By JEREMY GROSSMAN Staff Writer The pocket park at the corner of Shrewsbury Avenue and Drs. James Parker Boulevard will be named the Ralph “Johnny Jazz” Gatta Park in honor of the beloved resident. JEREMY GROSSMAN/STAFF RED BANK — A man described by borough officials as a fixture in the west side community is set…

  • Livoti’s honors Jewish community

    By JEREMY GROSSMAN Staff Writer In celebration of Hanukkah, Livoti’s Old World Market, Marlboro, has placed a menorah in the store, courtesy of the Center for Jewish Life, Marlboro. Rabbi Yossi Kanelsky speaks with co-owners John Livoti and Mike Ali. STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER ERIC SUCAR MARLBORO — In celebration of Hanukkah and the local Jewish community,…

  • NOTES

    The Tower Hill Choir will present the free concert, “Gloria! A Concert for Christmas,” at 7 p.m. Dec. 20 at First Presbyterian Church at Red Bank (Tower Hill), 255 Harding Road, Red Bank. The choir will sing Antonio Vivaldi’s “Gloria” and Christmas carols, accompanied by a chamber orchestra and harp. For more information, call 732-747-1348…

  • Sea Bright church to provide temporary home for library

    By GREG KENNELTY Staff Writer SEA BRIGHT — The J.W. Ross Cultural Arts Center/Library will use the Sea Bright United Methodist Church as a temporary home until a permanent facility is constructed. According to Borough Administrator Joseph Verruni, the church at 1104 Ocean Ave. could begin hosting the temporary library by early February, pending council…

  • Event to support high school programs

    The Rumson-Fair Haven High School Foundation will hold its Après Ski winter fundraiser from 7-10 p.m. Jan. 24, at the Knights of Columbus’ facility at 200 Fair Haven Road, Fair Haven. The Foundation is a charitable organization whose mission is to fund projects and grants that enrich education programs at the high school, including field…

  • Inquiry into diesel fuel spill off Sandy Hook continues

    By GREG KENNELTY Staff Writer MIDDLETOWN — A “sheen” of diesel fuel visible on the waters and shoreline of Sandy Hook had largely dissipated by Dec. 15, according to a National Park Service (NPS) official. According to NPS Sandy Hook Unit Coordinator Pete McCarthy, the diesel film first reported on Dec. 11 was from an…

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