TOP NEWS
High Technology named No. 1 STEM High School in the Country
High Technology High School (HTHS), part of the Monmouth County Vocational School Dis- trict, was named the No. 1 STEM school in the nation in the 2026-2027 Best High Schools rankings by U.S. News & World Report.
Settlement Proposed for Middletown Circus Liquors Site
MIDDLETOWN – The township has released a settlement agreement that could end a three-year affordable housing lawsuit around the development of the 52-acre former Circus Liquors property on Route 35.
LIFESTYLES
Long-Fanged Feline ‘Evil Larry,’ a Social Media Favorite, Will Return to...
Something evil is coming, and it’s in the form of a black cat named Dexter. Or, as his legions of fans around the world know him, “Evil Larry.”
Artist Finds Inspiration from Beloved Farmyard Residents
WEST LONG BRANCH – For the past 15 years, Jill Kerwick has lived on a 48-acre farm along with her husband, Arthur Kontos, and their rabbits, goats, cows, mini donkeys, horses, chickens, peacocks, quails, guinea hens, cats, a pheasant and a turkey.
SPORTS
BUSINESS
SPECIAL FEATURES
Williams’ Five-TD Night Gives Rumson-Fair Haven a Big Thursday Night Win
HOLMDEL – There were 140 plays and 68 points on the scoreboard, but in the end, Rumson-Fair Haven’s depth wore down an exciting and explosive Holmdel attack.
Scudder Preserve: A Living Conservation Laboratory for All
MIDDLETOWN – Residents of Monmouth County have received a wonderful gift – one that can make being outdoors even more rewarding this autumn.
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
There’s Nothing Like a Jersey Tomato
Tomato season is the epitome of New Jersey. We’re the Garden State for a reason. Jersey tomatoes are harvested from early July through October, with peak season arriving in August.
The Scoop N Scootery is Red Bank’s Hottest New Line – But it’s Not...
Warm weather calls for cold treats, and if you’re anything like me, a post-beach cup of ice cream is nonnegotiable. The perfect Jersey Shore day, I’d argue, always ends with something sweet and frozen.
Flaky and Fabulous: In Search of the Perfect Croissant
There is nothing quite like a pastry and a shot of fresh espresso to start the day – a ritual commonly associated with Europe, and one often lost in America. My favorite: a well-made croissant, golden and delicate, almost airy.
From Salads to Success – The Evolution of the Blonde Shallot
Life doesn’t slow down, and neither does the way we eat. As schedules get fuller and routines more mobile, food has quietly evolved to keep up, reshaping everything from how meals are prepared to how we bring them home.
Small Cookies, High Stakes: The Art Behind the Perfect Macaron
The first time I made macarons, I was 14. My family was on vacation in Paris, and we spent an entire day tucked away in an underground kitchen, La Cuisine Paris, learning the art of the notoriously fickle macaron.
ENTERTAINMENT
Food Trucks, Fairs and Fundraisers for Local Fire Departments
Sea Bright Fire and Rescue hosted its first annual Food Truck Festival June 26, along the Monmouth Beach seawall.
Two-Minute Wonders: FilmOneFest Returns to Atlantic Highlands
Filmmakers from more than 100 countries, including Kazakhstan, Brazil, Peru, Canada, Ukraine, Indonesia and Bangladesh, submitted films. Out of 1,430 entries, 63 were ultimately chosen by the submissions committee. Various categories include comedy, drama, sci-fi, horror, experimental, documentary, animation, student films and those from New Jersey filmmakers and female filmmakers.
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...
