Tag: Red Bank

RED BANK – As the state enters peak hurricane season – which lasts through October – environmental advocates and elected officials from the Two River area rallied Monday at Riverside Gardens Park to urge Gov. Phil Murphy, Assembly Speaker Craig Coughlin and Senate President Nick Scutari to pass the Climate Superfund Act before the legislative session ends in January 2026.

RED BANK – In May 2024, The Two River Times embarked on a new era in its 35-year history. Local businessman Domenic DiPiero donated the newspaper to a newly created 501(c)(3) nonprofit foundation, positioning the weekly periodical as a nonpartisan community voice that would continue to lead the way as a primary source of local news and community happenings well into the 21st century and beyond.

RED BANK – Although he has sold more than 130 million albums worldwide, Jon Bon Jovi appeared humbled as a plaque in his honor was unveiled at the debut of the Count Basie Center for the Arts Walk of Fame.

RED BANK – Whether a major redevelopment or a minor subdivision, borough residents have been consistently voicing opposition to what they see as overdevelopment. At a recent meeting, the borough’s planning board approved a rehabilitation designation for two properties, but tabled a subdivision request at 106 Leighton Ave. after neighbors raised concerns about growth, density and neighborhood character.

RED BANK – On Sunday, Sept. 7, Stephy’s Place, a support center for grief and loss, will mark 10 years of serving those recovering from the death of a loved one by hosting a Walk of Remembrance and Healing.

RED BANK – Red Bank officials took another step toward a possible Riverwalk – a public walkway – along the Navesink River, unanimously designating two parcels along the river as areas “in need of rehabilitation” at the latest council meeting.

RED BANK – Campbell Scott couldn’t be more thrilled to be portraying the meticulous detective Hercule Poirot in the upcoming Agatha Christie mystery, “Murder on the Links,” at Two River Theater. The Belgian-French accent, the signature waxed mustache – it’s an actor’s dream.

RED BANK – Samantha Bee is no shrinking violet when it comes to taboo subjects. So, when the comedian and former correspondent for Comedy Central’s “The Daily Show” started experiencing some harsh symptoms of menopause, she decided to open up the conversation, albeit with her signature humor.

RED BANK – The borough council unanimously approved a $4.875 million bond ordinance for the first phase of construction on the long-awaited Department of Public Works facility, which will replace deteriorating temporary trailers that have housed workers for more than two decades.

RED BANK – Several downtown Red Bank business owners are calling on borough officials to shut down Broadwalk, the seasonal pedestrian plaza launched in 2020 as a COVID-19 relief measure, arguing at a council meeting and in a new petition that the popular attraction has become detrimental to businesses outside its perimeter.