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Atlantic Highlands Celebrates Chef’s Return from ICE Custody
ATLANTIC HIGHLANDS – A wave of support swept through Atlantic Highlands Nov. 22 as more than 170 community members gathered at Veterans Park to welcome home local chef and restaurant owner Ruperto Vicens, who was recently released on bond from Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) detention.
Weinstein Wins Middletown BOE Seat in Recount
MIDDLETOWN – Sara Weinstein secured the final open seat on the Middletown Board of Education (BOE) after a tie-breaking recount Friday, Nov. 21, that gave her just eight votes more than her running mate, James Cody.
LIFESTYLES
An ‘Arctic Legend:’ Monmouth Museum Exhibits Life-Size Narwhal
LINCROFT – Although it is known as the unicorn of the sea, a 20-foot narwhal is now floating inside the Monmouth Museum.
The Stage is Set to Celebrate 100 Years of Count Basie...
RED BANK – Ninety-nine years ago, on Nov. 11, 1926, a movie theater opened its doors at 99 Monmouth St. Over the decades, it has served as a beacon of entertainment for Red Bank and the greater Monmouth County community.
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BUSINESS
SPECIAL FEATURES
Meet the Candy Lady of Holiday Express
Holiday Express, the beloved local nonprofit that brings music and joy to groups throughout the Two River area and beyond, is known for its talented musicians, dedicated volunteers and generous supporters.
An ‘Arctic Legend:’ Monmouth Museum Exhibits Life-Size Narwhal
LINCROFT – Although it is known as the unicorn of the sea, a 20-foot narwhal is now floating inside the Monmouth Museum.
EDUCATION
TOWN JOURNAL
Hope Springs Eternal During Red Bank Charity Walk
RED BANK – Since 2017, the JBJ Soul Foundation and JBJ Soul Kitchen have been hosting a Day of Hope Walk to recognize local charitable organizations that do so much to support Monmouth County residents.
FOOD
The Makings of a Jersey Bagel
The holiday season evokes a familiar feeling of homecoming for many of us. A mass pilgrimage back to the places we call home to celebrate. When I was in college, coming home for the holidays meant indulging in my favorite Jersey delicacies that just aren’t the same in Upstate New York, even though it isn’t that far away.
A Feast To Beat The Heat
This summer, needing a distraction from the sometimes oppressive heat and humidity, a dinner featuring great food and wines in a scenic, air-conditioned, indoor setting seemed like a good idea.
Is the Hype of Attending Your Local Farmers Market Worth It?
Every week, or sometimes just once a month, neighbors head to their local farmers markets to stock up on fresh produce, hand-crafted goods and pantry staples from their favorite local vendors. These markets have become more than just places to buy food; they’re spaces where community, sustainability and tradition thrive.
Rise & Shine – Your Starter Needs to be Fed
If sourdough has existed forever, why has it only recently stepped into the spotlight?
New Jersey Diners: A Culinary Classic
There might not be anything more quintessentially New Jersey than sitting down in a diner. And chances are you won’t have to go far to find one, with nearly 600 across the state.
ENTERTAINMENT
Country Music Making Inroads in a Rock County
Although commonly known as a summer hangout, the PNC Bank Arts Center in Holmdel is also the place to be in autumn. Fans still have time to catch a show – and some fall foliage – before the amphitheater closes for the season.
Rock Review: Local Pride – Christian Sparacio
Sparacio has been creating and performing music for years. He will be performing at Red Tank Brewing...
Rock Review: Expanding Horizons
By Chris Spiewak
Evolution is important in the career of any artist. No songwriter...
Beloved Arts Educator Retires From Count Basie
By Allison Perrine
RED BANK – Passionate. Resourceful. Committed.
That’s how...
Shakespeare for High School Students – 2021 Virtual Style
Two River Theater's popular education program, A Little Shakespeare, has morphed into a new program during the pandemic: Tiny Shakes: Romeo and Juliet.
