A Sunday afternoon stabbing is still under investigation by Asbury Park police and the victim is recovering from non-life threatening injuries. On Sun., Nov. 17 at about 12:45 pm, an Asbury Park Police officer was alerted to a victim lying in the area of the entrance to the Family Dollar store at 623 Main St. […]
Continue readingLibrary Holds Holiday Tree Auction
The Friends of the Bradley Beach Library are again holding their Holiday Tree silent auction. Members of the Friends have crafted one-of-a-kind tabletop holiday trees, which will be on display at the library from Dec. 4 through Tues., Dec. 10. On Dec. 10 7 pm the auction will close and winners will be notified. Most […]
Continue readingThe Question is…
The Coaster asks, “Should we discontinue turning the clocks back and forth twice a year?”
Continue reading‘A Very Holiday Show’ at Paramount Theatre Dec. 8
The holiday season is finally here, and here’s a way to get in the spirit by combining a memorable evening of live music with the holiday spirit of giving. The Asbury Park Music Foundation presents the second Annual “A Very Asbury Holiday Show” Dec. 8 to benefit The Boys and Girls Club of Monmouth County, […]
Continue readingMeeting Cancelled
The special meeting of the Asbury Park City Council scheduled for tonight (Nov. 14) has been cancelled.
Continue readingAsbury Park City Manager Resigns
Asbury Park City Manager Michael Capabianco has resigned. His final day will be Nov. 30. The City Council confirmed Wednesday that he submitted his resignation. He has served as the city manager since his appointment Oct. 28, 2015. In a statement released Wednesday the mayor and council said, “The entire governing body wishes to recognize […]
Continue readingOakhurst Foodtown Will Increase Perishable Food
By DON STINE It may be a little darker in the Super Foodtown on Route 35 in Ocean Township but the store will also become a lot greener. In the near future the redesigned store will handle primarily perishable foods and products, like fruits, vegetables, fish, prepared meats, salads, dairy, and frozen foods, along with […]
Continue readingFirst United Methodist Church for Sale in Bradley Beach
By PETE WALTON The First United Methodist Church in Bradley Beach has been listed for sale. The asking price is $1.29 million. The building and property, last used as a church more than five years ago, is owned by the Ocean Grove Camp Meeting Association. Bradley Beach Mayor Gary Engelstad said he was recently informed […]
Continue readingKula Farm Holds Class on Creating a Herbal Thanksgiving
By JOANNE L. PAPAIANNI Kula Farm in Asbury Park, which grows herbs and vegetables year round in its oversized greenhouse, is presenting classes for those who would like to learn to cook healthier meals. Recently, teacher Laura Mayer, presented ways to create an herbal Thanksgiving meal. Those attending learned how to cook a wild rice […]
Continue readingAmerican Legion Collecting New Hats, Gloves for Local Children
By DENISE HERSCHEL With the cold weather now upon us, there are many in the local community who are in need of warm apparel during the fall and winter months. Since 2016 the American Legion Auxiliary, Unit 346, has been sponsoring the “Share the Warmth” drive asking their members to collect new hats, gloves, and […]
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