A new report available on the city’s website outlines the municipality’s expenses and revenue in 2016. “City Hall presents the First Annual Financial Report, covering the fiscal year of 2016 in Asbury Park,” City Manager Michael Capabianco writes in the introduction. “We begin this reporting tradition in order to share information about Asbury Park’s financial […]

After 30 years of performing on stages across the tri-state area and the northeast, singer-songwriter Jody Joseph [Bongiovi] is embarking on a new venture. First cousin to the famous rocker by the alternate last name, Joseph [below right] has launched Heartstrings, a nonprofit aimed at administering music workshops in collaboration with local organizations. “Music is […]

After five years of serving the homeless and at risk youth in Asbury Park, Covenant House will break ground on a home next week aptly named Rights of Passage. Made possible through a partnership with Interfaith Neighbors who owns the land, the five-bedroom home will help homeless young men on the way to independence. “The […]

DNC Chairman Tom Perez and Deputy Chair Keith Ellison’s visit to Asbury Park was made possible by the Monmouth County Democratic Organization. Their words were that of unity, resistance, and rallying for the common good in support of the everyday man and woman. “When we are united, our unity is our greatest strength and it’s […]