A new group of Ocean Grove residents and business owners have introduced a new proposed program to address Ocean Grove’s seemingly intractable parking problems. The independent community group is called the Better Parking Alliance. Their goal is to “pinpoint and implement a parking solution that balances the needs of Ocean Grove’s diverse constituencies,” said the […]
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Wesley Lake Cleanup Oct. 19
A Wesley Lake Cleanup is scheduled for Oct. 19 from 9 a.m. to noon. Those participating are asked to meet at the footbridge across from the Asbury Festhalle and Biergarten on Lake Avenue, Asbury Park. The cleanup will focus on the city’s Cookman Avenue business district and raise awareness about discarded cigarette butts and the […]
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A Service of the Celebration of Life for Wayne T. ‘Ted’ Bell Jr. of Ocean Grove will be held Sat., Oct. 5, at 10 a.m. at St. Paul’s United Methodist Church in Ocean Grove, followed by coffee and light refreshments. In place of flowers, contributions can be made to one of the following: the Founders […]
Continue readingNeptune OKs Agreement for North End
By DON STINE After being stalled for 11 years, redevelopment at the North End beachfront of Ocean Grove took a big step forward this week when the Neptune Township Committee executed an agreement to have the long-vacant site developed. “This is the first step in the process. It doesn’t end tonight; it begins tonight,” Township […]
Continue readingHoliday Weekend a Winner
By JOANNE L. PAPAIANNI The holiday weekend, started with sunshine and crowds but fizzled out by Monday, Labor Day as heavy rain hit the area. However, beach revenues in Asbury Park were still over $100,000 for the weekend, close to last year’s, $110,000. Beach Utilities Manager Gary Giberson said he is pleased with the overall […]
Continue readingAnnual Fundraiser for Ocean Grove Beautification Project
The Ocean Grove Beautification Project will host its annual fundraiser at the Starving Artist Sat., Sept.14 and Sun., Sept. 15. The event is an important source of income towards their annual planting expenses especially with planting new perennials in our gardens. Expenses were greater this year due to the extreme heat and the frequency and […]
Continue readingOcean Grove at 150: When an aeroplane landed on Main Avenue
By Steven Froias Special to The Coaster Although its business district proper is small, Ocean Grove has been blessed by some beloved retail establishments throughout its 150 years. Aside from its fabled hotels and guest houses, commercial enterprises of renown and special fondness helped create the emotional infrastructure of the Grove over time. Because the […]
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OCEAN GROVE at 150 Part II: The Hotel That Fell Down
By Steven Froias Special to The Coaster Ocean Grove is rightfully celebrated for its quaint Victorian-era architecture. It’s stick-style cottages define the place – so much so that the Grove became a National Historic District in 1975. Another distinguishing feature of Ocean Grove architecture is its numerous hotels, Inns, guest houses and bed & breakfasts. […]
Continue readingRenovations, Historic Homes, Tents on Ocean Grove House Tour
The annual Ocean Grove House Tour is scheduled for Aug. 9. The Historical Society of Ocean Grove hosts its 51st Annual House Tour on Aug. 9 is a leading example of a 19th century planned community and contains over 1,000 Victorian homes, as well as many other important architectural styles. The self-guided tour will include […]
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Ocean Grove at 150: Groundhog Day at the Boardwalk
By Steven Froias Special to The Coaster Superstorm Sandy left a scar on the Jersey Shore that’s still healing. The ferocity of the destruction seemed to underscore the fragility of the unique ecosystem which forms our littoral life and bond with the Atlantic Ocean. In Ocean Grove, Sandy tore away the boardwalk and washed its […]
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