Tag: Shrewsbury

  • MCAR names Realtor of the Year and Realtor-Associate of the Year

    MCAR names Realtor of the Year and Realtor-Associate of the Year

    The Monmouth County Association of Realtors (MCAR) announces they have chosen Fran Krumholz-Bookman, Century 21 Mack Morris Iris Lurie as 2016 Realtor of the Year and Lisa English, Keller Williams Realty East Monmouth as 2016 Realtor-Associate of the Year. These individuals are being recognized for their effort and work expended in the interest of their…

  • Shrewsbury looks to improve historic Wardell House

    Shrewsbury looks to improve historic Wardell House

    By KAYLA J. MARSH Staff Writer SHREWSBURY – The historic Wardell House could soon undergo some improvements as officials look to “stabilize” the building that once served as Borough Hall. At a June 20 meeting of the Borough Council, Mayor Donald Burden asked governing body members for permission to go out to bid to see…

  • Community Y spearheads coalition to help prevent teen suicide

    Community Y spearheads coalition to help prevent teen suicide

    By KAYLA J. MARSH Staff Writer SHREWSBURY — The Community YMCA is leading a coalition aimed at preventing suicide among teens and providing guidance and support to schools and communities in need after experiencing a traumatic loss. The Monmouth County Traumatic Loss Coalition for Youth, part of a statewide network, is a year-round program currently…

  • Public health forums on combatting mosquito-borne diseases slated

    Public health forums on combatting mosquito-borne diseases slated

    SHREWSBURY — Monmouth County officials will conduct a series of public health forums this summer to discuss the latest information about the Zika virus and mosquito-related issues. The forums are aimed at promoting Monmouth County’s initiative to join the campaign to Fight the Bite against mosquito-borne diseases. The forums are scheduled from 7:30-8:30 p.m. June…

  • ‘Summer Show of Painters’ on exhibit in July

    ‘Summer Show of Painters’ on exhibit in July

    The Guild of Creative Art will exhibit “Summer Show of Painters” from July 5-27 at its Main Gallery, 620 Broad St., Shrewsbury. An opening reception will be held from 3-5 p.m. July 10. Painters will display their works in acrylic, oil, pastel and watercolor. In addition, artwork by Guild exhibiting and associate members, reflecting an assortment of media and…

  • Residents will pedal to find cure for Type 1 diabetes

    Residents will pedal to find cure for Type 1 diabetes

    By KAYLA J. MARSH Staff Writer SHREWSBURY — The Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF) is sponsoring a series of bicycle rides throughout the country to help raise money to find a cure for Type 1 diabetes. For a few local residents, they will do their part in raising funds as they are in the process…

  • ‘Raven to Dove’ exhibit slated for June

    ‘Raven to Dove’ exhibit slated for June

    The Guild of Creative Art will exhibit “Raven to Dove,” featuring the works of Roberto Almeida, from June 4-29 at 620 Broad St., Shrewsbury. The opening reception of the exhibit will take place from 6-8 p.m. June 4 and feature “Winged Journey,” a live performance by Almeida at 6:30 p.m. Almeida is a Brazilian-born mixed-media…

  • Shrewsbury re-enters county’s Demonstration Program

    Shrewsbury re-enters county’s Demonstration Program

    By KAYLA J. MARSH Staff Writer SHREWSBURY — After spending time weighing facts and gaining input from local leaders and surrounding municipalities, the Borough Council unanimously voted to opt back into the Monmouth County Reassessment Demonstration Program. The decision occurred at the council’s May 2 meeting, where a resolution was adopted stating that the borough…

  • Red Bank High School inducts six alumni into hall of fame

    Red Bank High School inducts six alumni into hall of fame

    By KAYLA J. MARSH Staff Writer LITTLE SILVER — Students, faculty, staff and community members alike gathered at Red Bank Regional High School to welcome six new members into its Distinguished Alumni Hall of Fame. Every year, Red Bank Regional’s Buc Backer Foundation sponsors the induction of alumni who have enjoyed long, distinguished careers both…