The Asbury Park City Council has announced a public participation meeting will be held from 7 to 9 pm Jan. 15 at Thurgood Marshall Elementary School, located at 600 Monroe Ave. The charrette-style meeting will allow attendees to vet proposed draft design options for the North End Boardwalk area, which includes refurbishing the boardwalk, upgrading […]

An Ocean Township man pleaded guilty to charges of aggravated manslaughter and armed robbery in connection with the 2017 killing of Trupal Patel, Monmouth County Prosecutor Christopher J. Gramiccioni has announced. Joseph Villani, 22, pleaded guilty on Friday to the first degree aggravated manslaughter charge, second degree conspiracy to commit armed robbery, first degree armed […]

The Center In Asbury Park has announced a need for volunteer chefs to prepare weekend meals for its residents. Located on Third Avenue in Asbury Park, the all-volunteer nonprofit has provided support services for those living with HIV/AID S and their caregivers since 1992. The weekend meals are needed for an average eight to 15 […]

Two local drives are kicking off the new year in Asbury Park. First up is the return of the Community Development and Recreation departments’ Winter Coat and Food Drive. Held in conjunction with the Quality of Life Committee, the public can donate new and gently worn winter wear for men women and children, as well […]

The Asbury Park City Council Tuesday reorganization not only featured the swearing-in of Mayor John Moor and Councilman Jesse Kendle, who won second terms in office during the November elections, it also included the unanimous vote for and swearing-in of Councilwoman Amy Quinn as Deputy Mayor. The 11 am meeting set the official 2019 calendar, […]