Tag: Rick Geffken
Library’s Race Talk Looks at Slavery
In thinking of the history of slavery in the U.S., southern states may come to mind. But there was certainly slavery happening in northern states as well, including New Jersey – the last northern state to abolish slavery.
River News: Storm Surge Solutions, Surf Contest, Submarine Inventor
By Chris Rotolo |
Army Corps Extends Storm Surge Plan Timeline
Following months of public pushback, the U.S Army Corps of Engineers announced it would extend...
Historical Association Looks Forward To 2018
By Muriel J. Smith
RED BANK – It was a combination of the “Greatest Show on Earth” and the 119th annual meeting of the Monmouth...
Attempts To Rescue a Jersey Shore Landmark
By Jay Cook
Hidden in the shadow of the Highlands Bridge, the average beachgoer might be surprised to know they drive by one of the oldest...
The Hills Are Alive with the Sound of History
By Rick Geffken
When Sallie Adams and Tom Kaiser starting looking around Monmouth County for a new home in 1994, they were less interested in...
Effort To Save the Historic Sandlass House in Sea Bright From...
By Rick Geffken
It’s easy to look past the forlorn house on Sandy Hook as you loop off the bridge from the Highlands and head...
Shrewsbury Celebrates Its History
SHREWSBURY – In celebration of the 350th anniversary of New Jersey and the upcoming 70th anniversary of the borough, the Shrewsbury Historical Society announced...