Tag: Red Bank

RED BANK – The Monmouth Boat Club has secured a $750,000 state grant to replace its century-old foundation, preserving a historic waterfront landmark that has stood since 1879.

RED BANK – As it transitioned to nonprofit status, The Two River Times commissioned a 2025 audience survey from News Revenue Hub to explore what the community values most about the weekly paper and what role the newspaper plays in the lives of Two River residents.

RED BANK – Two people tied to Dynasty Smokes, the tobacco and vape shop on Monmouth Street, have been arrested by borough police following a months-long investigation into the alleged illegal distribution of marijuana and other controlled substances.

RED BANK – As the beach tan starts to fade, county officials are gearing up for an autumn lineup worth falling for following a record-breaking summer that brought in $32 million in beach revenue from shore towns in Monmouth County.

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.