During this challenging time the Wesley Lake Commission invites all residents, business owners and visitors to enjoy the natural beauty and recreational activities surrounding our lakes- Deal Lake, Sunset Lake and Wesley Lake. The Wesley Lake Commission, which is comprised of residents and employees from the city of Asbury Park and Neptune, is responsible for […]
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Retired Amtrak Employee Helping Those in Need
What started as a Christmas Project in 2016 has turned into a full time job to help thousands of needy people with daily hygiene. Kevin Garrison started the Blessing Bag Brigade while working for Amtrak in New York City and seeing so many homeless people on the streets as he made his way to and […]
Continue readingPreparing for a Summer Unlike Any Other
In our new world where most of us don’t leave home without a mask shore towns are preparing for Memorial Day weekend, the unofficial start of summer. But it will be unlike any other. Boardwalks have been reopened but in some you must keep to the right and be mindful of social distancing. Police will […]
Continue readingAsbury Park Shooting Investigated
The Monmouth County Prosecutor’s is investigating shots fired May 15 at approximately 10:30 p.m. near the Asbury Park Village housing complex. Police were called the area and located Tykee Mitchell, 26 of Asbury Park, suffering from a gunshot wound. He was subsequently transported to a local hospital for treatment. The incident is under investigation by […]
Continue readingFormer Asbury Park Chamber Director Remembered
Joan Flatley, who served as the executive director of the Asbury Park Chamber of Commerce and kept it operating when not many tourists visited the city, died May 7. She was 91. Those who knew her, and there are many including mayors, council members and business owners, describe her as an angel, a second mother […]
Continue readingAsbury Park Beaches and Boardwalk to Open for Memorial Day Weekend
To provide a safe and healthy environment for beach visitors during the COVID-19 pandemic, and comply with the latest state and federal guidance, the City has developed an opening plan resulting from a culmination of efforts by City Council, the Beach Office, the Department of Public Works, the Office of Emergency Management and the Asbury […]
Continue readingAsbury Park to Purchase Equipment to Fight Virus
The city of Asbury Park is expected to approve the spending of $23,390 on PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) at its meeting May 13. The equipment includes face masks, gowns, face shields and goggles. Also on the agenda is a vote to exceed the 2.5 percent state budget cap limit by 3.5 percent, an increase of $1,531,620 […]
Continue readingVote Expected on Asbury Park School Budget
The finance committee and administration of the Asbury Park Board of Education are working this week to pare down an expected increase of $2 million in property taxes in the 2020-2021 school budget. The budget is scheduled to be voted on May 7 at a meeting at 7 p.m. At this time the budget features […]
Continue readingUpdates on Asbury Parking and Sewer and Tax Payments
These parking and transportation updates for Asbury Park are effective immediately and until further notice: Metered parking regulations will be reinstated beginning Friday, May 1 at 5 p.m. Metered parking regulations had been suspended since March 22.. Residents will be required follow paid parking guidelines and are urged to use the Park Mobile app (www.parkmobile.io) […]
Continue readingHere Comes the Summer of 2020 – or Maybe Not
By ED SALVAS The period from mid-April to Memorial Day is usually a hectic time for shore boardwalk merchants and restaurant owners. Opening the door, cleaning up, ordering and hiring. A busy time. But this year is unlike any other. Most boardwalks are closed and the Memorial Day weekend opening is no sure thing. And […]
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