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An Inside Look at the Bruce Springsteen Center for American Music
WEST LONG BRANCH – The new building that will house the renamed Bruce Springsteen Center for American Music will officially open to the public June 7.
Court Rules Colts Neck Must Zone Three Sites for Affordable Housing
COLTS NECK – A legal challenge from two developers, backed by the statewide advocacy group Fair Share Housing Center, has compelled township officials to designate three large properties for affordable housing.
LIFESTYLES
Garden State Film Festival to Showcase a Wealth of Local Talent
ASBURY PARK – The Garden State Film Festival (GSFF) is coming back for its 24th year, ready to showcase 205 films from 19 countries across nine venues in Asbury Park and Cranford. The festival runs from March 26 to 29.
‘American Idol’ Showcases Three New Jersey Contestants
Three tremendously talented New Jersey residents made it as far as Hollywood Night on the ABC singing competition “American Idol,” but only two will be moving forward.
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BUSINESS
SPECIAL FEATURES
Music to Their Ears: All Shore Band Concert Hits the High...
NEPTUNE – More than 300 people attended the 2026 All Shore Band Directors Concert at Neptune High School March 21, where student musicians from across Monmouth and Ocean counties came together for a regional performance shaped by auditions, rehearsals and the work of directors from many schools.
The Two River Times 2026 All-Area Hockey Team
Christian Brothers Academy had an uncharacteristic 14-11 season, yet still finished ranked sixth in the final state hockey poll. The Colts should bounce back with a lot of young talent returning.
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
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.
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.
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.
