Tag: Politics

With the start of the new year, The Two River Times pulled the curtain back and asked state and federal representatives what matters they look forward to accomplishing this year and what topics they oversee on their respective committees.

RUMSON – In the Nov. 5 general election, Rumson Borough Council members Sarah Pomphrey and John Conklin, both Republicans, are seeking reelection unopposed this year.

SHREWSBURY – Four candidates are eyeing two open seats on the borough council this year, with Mayor Kimberly Eulner running unopposed in the upcoming Nov. 5 election.

Four candidates are challenging incumbent U.S. Rep. Frank Pallone for his New Jersey District 6 seat in the House of Representatives this November.

Voters in Monmouth County will have a choice between two vastly different candidates when they head to the polls in November to fill one open seat on the Monmouth County Board of County Commissioners.

As voters head to the polls in just a few weeks and mail-in ballots have already been sent, many residents across the country will face an unusual situation: they won’t have a choice in their local elections. Thousands of local races are going uncontested, meaning only one or even no candidates are running for an open position. This trend is evident across the nation, and the Two River area is no exception.

In this year’s municipal election, four candidates are vying for two council seats. Two Republicans are running for reelection to fulfill long-term projects and address new matters, while two Democrats look to bring new voices, transparency and political balance to the dais.

SEA BRIGHT/RUMSON – Initial primary election results indicate familiar faces will appear on the November ballot in Sea Bright and Rumson.

Before a capacity crowd in The Great Hall Auditorium at Monmouth University, current and former New Jersey legislators gathered to discuss the breakdown of civility and bipartisanship in politics.

“O say can you see” might be the five most famous words for any American. And while “The Star-Spangled Banner” is considered one of the most challenging songs to sing thanks to its wide-ranging melody, even if you aren’t a vocalist, you certainly know the tune (you’re probably humming it right now).