Tag: Long Branch
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Black History Month talk set at library
To celebrate Black History Month, the Long Branch Free Public Library will host Dr. Walter D. Greason, of Monmouth University, from 1:30-3:30 p.m. Feb. 27 at 328 Broadway. Greason will hold an open forum on topics ranging from progress since the 1800s to contemporary challenges. All are welcome to attend. He is the author of “The…
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CBA wrestlers post third straight District 22 title
By Matthew Rocco Christian Brothers Academy (CBA) saw three of its wrestlers win gold to carry the Colts to a third straight NJSIAA District 22 team title. Senior Sebastian Rivera, a Northwestern University commit, earned his third career victory at districts, pinning Middletown High School North’s Sean Deering in the 113-pound championship bout. Nick Schutzenhofer…
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Benefit raises awareness, funds for pediatric brain tumor research
By KAYLA J. MARSH Staff Writer The Oceanport nonprofit Kortney Rose Foundation is once again teaming up with Turning Point restaurants to host the seventh annual “Great Food for a Great Cause” to help raise awareness and funds for pediatric brain tumor research. “Turning Point is one of Kortney Rose Foundation’s largest corporate sponsors, and…
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Developer to revise Pier Village III plans
By Kenny Walter Staff Writer LONG BRANCH-After four years of delays that included a debilitating hurricane and the eventual sale, the third phase of Pier Village may finally be moving forward. Representatives of developer Kushner Companies presented amended plans for the third phase during the Feb. 9 city Workshop meeting. Architect Tom Bowers said part…
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Learn to play backgammon at library
Winter is the perfect time to learn a new skill or try something fun. The Long Branch Free Public Library will hold an instructional class on playing backgammon from 1-3 p.m. March 7 at the main library’s Community Meeting Room at 328 Broadway. Backgammon is one of the oldest board games known. Winning requires an equal amount…
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Blood-pressure screening available at library
The Long Branch Free Public Library will host a free blood-pressure screening from 3-4 p.m. March 7 at 328 Broadway. This public service is available the first Monday of each month and is provided by the City of Long Branch Health Department and the VNA of Central New Jersey. A nurse will check your blood pressure and can…
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Grant will fund resiliency plan for 15 Two River towns
By Kenny Walter Staff Writer OCEANPORT- Several local municipalities will benefit from a federal grant to fund a 36-month study on sea-level rise and what can be done to improve resiliency and limit flooding. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) awarded the 15 municipalities comprising the Two River Council of Mayors a Regional Coastal…
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District 22 wrestlers begin quest for state championships
By Matthew Rocco Christian Brothers Academy (CBA), Raritan High School, Long Branch High School and Middletown High School North advanced as far as the sectional finals in the NJSIAA wrestling tournament, gathering momentum on the heels of the NJSIAA District 22 contest. CBA lost a heartbreaker to state rival St. Augustine Preparatory School in the…
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Library has free yoga classes for adults
The Long Branch Free Public Library offers beginner yoga classes for adults each Thursday from 5-6 p.m. in the library’s Community Room at 328 Broadway. Yoga is a low-impact, stretching exercise that helps adults increase their strength, flexibility and balance. Yoga is also effective in keeping the mind and body in good health. To participate,…
