Asbury Park

City resident shares story in honor of World MS Day

oral medication tranforms her quality of life

By Michelle Gladden
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In September 2009, Leslie Ferrier was readying for a new job as human resource director for a skin care company in the city. But within a few days the first symptoms of Multiple Sclerosis [MS] would change the course of her life. “It started in my legs,” Ferrier said. “It felt like ants were crawling […]

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May 27, 2015
Asbury Park

The Sun’s City Council Preview

special events fees, city code, and beach menu items on agenda

By Michelle Gladden
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The Asbury Park City Council is scheduled to hold a workshop meeting at 6 p.m. Tuesday in council chambers at City Hall. A public participation session is scheduled to take place near the end of the meeting, after comments from city officials. Items on the agenda for the meeting include: • Special event considerations include […]

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May 26, 2015
Asbury Park

Jersey Shore gets excellent marks for summer season

Beaches in good shape - DEP Commisioner Bob Martin

By Michelle Gladden
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Beachgoers and boaters along the Jersey Shore can relish in the fact that our sand, sea, and lakes are as good as it gets. Two and a half years after Superstorm Sandy, the Jersey Shore’s environmental recovery has been excellent, Department of Environmental Protection [DEP] Commissioner Bob Martin said this week during the NJ Sea […]

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May 23, 2015
Asbury Park

Vegan donuts debut at Purple Glaze

Hendrix inspired - features traditional to the sublime

By Michelle Gladden
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The small donut shop on the corner of Summerfield and Emory opened quietly two weeks ago but quickly made its mark this week. “I highly recommend it, the cake is so moist,” said Joy Barrie of Neptune City who made her second trip in as many days. “Everyone should get a dozen of their different […]

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May 22, 2015
Asbury Park

United by Blue opens on AP boardwalk

'Responsible durable goods' sold for the sake of good

By Michelle Gladden
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The Philadelphia-based United by Blue has landed on Asbury Park’s boardwalk and with its summer outpost comes the mission to keep the world’s waterways and oceans clear of trash. “For every product sold, the company vows to cleanup one pound of trash,” summer outpost manager David Laegen said. “That sale will help us clean up […]

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May 21, 2015
Asbury Park

Boardwalk performers face $30 fee increase

Changes include moving 100 feet after 3 hours if asked

By Michelle Gladden
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Boardwalk performers face a $30 annual fee increase should the City Council vote next Wednesday to approve changes to the guidelines that govern what is permitted along the waterfront. Currently performers pay a $20 annual license fee. The City Council also will vote to place a stipulation on the amount of hours a performer can […]

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May 20, 2015
Asbury Park

iStar to kick off summer season 3 p.m. Friday

Summer Experience program includes beach badges, lockers, & free ride

By Michelle Gladden
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Waterfront redeveloper iStar Residential will kick off the summer season with attendance at the city’s grand reopening ceremony 3 p.m. Friday at Asbury McLoone’s Grill, located at 1200 Ocean Avenue. The city-sponsored, ribbon cutting event officially opens the beaches and boardwalk for the 2015 summer season. iStar officials say The Crew [shown above] will be […]

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May 19, 2015
Asbury Park

Beach Bar Extension to 5th Avenue Beach Denied

City Council votes no to liquor license expansion

By Michelle Gladden
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The City Council unanimously denied boardwalk redeveloper Madison Marquette’s request to extend Beach Bar service onto the beach south of Convention Hall. Mayor John Moor said he did not think it was appropriate to extend bar service to the Fifth Avenue beach, one the busiest areas along the city coastline. “We granted them permission last […]

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May 19, 2015
Asbury Park

City engineer leaves post

Cunha criticizes unnamed 'select few wielding immense power'

By Dan Jacobson
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City Engineer Joseph Cunha’s last day on the job was Friday and his departure appears not to be a happy one, according to an email he sent to city hall coworkers and community leaders. “It has always been my firm belief that the greater good shall ultimately prevail in times of woe as evidenced by […]

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May 18, 2015
Asbury Park

Dreams realized at Charity Kings’ Wish Upon a Prom event

600 girls from across the state attend free prom dress giveaway

By Michelle Gladden
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As Fabienne Cetoute set out to find her first formal dress, she perused aisles filled with over 600 prom dresses. Wanting the right dress, with just the right fit, for her first formal, the 13-year-old quickly opted for a sleeveless turquoise mini dress with a side train. The trouble came when her focus shifted to […]

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