Tag: Middletown
Tales from the Movie Set: Background Actors Get Their Close-Up
MIDDLETOWN – Susan Kyrillos has played many roles in her life, including principal of her business development and public affairs consulting firm, counselor to the president of Monmouth University, board member and trustee of various nonprofits, mother of two and wife of former senator Joe Kyrillos. But a film extra – or “BG” for background, as she recently learned the lingo – on a movie set was a new one for her.
Monmouth County Horseback Riders Help Feed Ukraine
Facing soaring temperatures, the Colts Neck Trail Riders Club (CNTRC) member’s spirits remained high as Monmouth County’s equestrian community rode head-to-head in its May 22 Tatum Park Hunter Pace.
Ladies, Start Your Engines! Middletown Native is Honda’s First Woman Engineer...
When Nicole Rotondo got the green flag to work her dream job at Honda, she never really thought about being a trailblazer. But that’s exactly what happened Sunday at the 106th running of the Indianapolis 500...
Offshore Wind Project Picks Up Steam, Some Voice Concern
An April agreement between the New Jersey Economic Development Authority and Orsted Offshore North America has cleared a path for Ocean Wind 1, the Garden State’s inaugural offshore wind development, a boon to Gov. Phil Murphy’s vision of achieving 100 percent clean energy for the state by 2050.
Hollywood on the Navesink
It’s lights, camera, action for a Port Monmouth Elementary School that has sat dormant since a March 2020 Middletown Township Board of Education vote shuttered the nearly century-old facility.
Where Is The Money Going In 2022?
year’s totals, and no tax increase, the majority of Two River-area municipalities are nearing the conclusion of their own budgetary processes, certifying spending plans with a multitude of intriguing takeaways.
After Seven-Year Reprieve, Mater Dei Prep Closing for Good
Seven years after a group of alumni and parents successfully saved Mater Dei Prep from closing, the Catholic high school will succumb to declining enrollment and financial shortfalls this June, shuttering for good.
With Auto Thefts on the Rise, Officials Demand Stronger Legislation, Penalties
Mayor Tony Perry called Middletown “one of the safest towns, not just in New Jersey but in America” at a press conference this week, but noted that feeling of security is waning as the entire county – and state – sees a rise in auto thefts.
Oasis Welcomes Spring and Introduces Young Adults to Farming
The pace of life quickens at Oasis tlc farmstead as spring arrives. This year, a sense of excitement is in the air as well, as the nonprofit expands its therapeutic program for young adults with autism and celebrates Autism Acceptance Month with special events.
Holmdel Continues Public Hearing on Enclave
During a meeting on the evening of April 6, the Holmdel Zoning Board of Adjustment continued its public hearing on the farmstead located at 470 Red Hill Road.

















