Tag: Long Branch
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Fundraiser for pediatric brain tumor research slated
LONG BRANCH — Turning Point Restaurants will again partner with the Kortney Rose Foundation (KRF) and host the seventh annual “Great Food for a Great Cause” fundraiser from 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Feb. 27 and 28 at each of the restaurant’s 11 locations. Restaurant guests who donate a minimum of $25 to KRF on either date…
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LB Planners differ on mixed-use proposal
By Kenny Walter Staff Writer LONG BRANCH-After a lukewarm response by the Long Branch Planning Board, the developer of a proposed mixed-use building on Brighton Avenue is considering amending his plans. Martin Grubman, principal of Emgee Realty LLC, requested that the board carry his application for two retail units and 12 residential units for 57-61…
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Many brave cold for MLK ceremony in Long Branch
By Kenny Walter Staff Writer LONG BRANCH–Community leaders and city residents braved the cold weather for the annual celebration of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Jason Roebuck, director of Public Safety, said during the Jan. 18 ceremony, which was held at the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Monument Park, that police departments…
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City moving forward on beach concessions
By Kenny Walter Staff Writer LONG BRANCH—After two straight record-breaking beach seasons, the city is adding amenities to the boardwalk for the 2016 season. Business Administrator Howard Woolley Jr. said during the Jan. 12 Workshop meeting that three concession stands are currently being constructed in coordination with the rebuilding of the boardwalk, He also reported…
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District finally sets closing date on West End School
By Kenny Walter Staff Writer LONG BRANCH- After several delays, the Long Branch School District finally has a closing date on the former West End Elementary School building. Superintendent Michael Salvatore said the district and the buyer, NJ Repertory Company, have set a closing date that will finally pave the way for the theater company…
