Driving Jersey brings us “Here’s The Story: Season’s Greetings from Asbury Park” in honor of their 5th anniversary airing on PBS/NJTV at 8 p.m. Wednesday. The broadcast, their first hour-long show, takes a comprehensive look at Asbury’s past, present and future, according to a written announcement. It spotlights the reflections and predictions of those who […]

A Christmas Gospel Concert to honor the life of Tamara Wilson Seidle brings with it a message of peace and support for her nine children. “This will be the children’s first Christmas without their mother,” Ret. Asbury Park Police Lt. George Corbin of Asbury Park Community Action Network [APCAN] said. “We wanted to do something […]

The intent may have been for a little holiday fun and cheer while collecting nonperishable food and unwrapped toys for those most in need but it went horribly wrong for downtown residents and at least three business owners who opted to shutter their doors early Saturday night as Santacon participants populated the area. Aside from […]

Two key position within the municipal administration have been filled. City Manager Michael Capabianco said the Director of Public Works and the newly created Director of Communications hires will start their posts on January 4. Former Hillside Township Public Works Supervisor William ‘Billy’ McClave of Howell will be heading the Department of Public Works. According […]

This weekend kids of all ages got their rock on at the inaugural Family Holiday Rock Show at the Stone Pony. Close to 600 people attended the Sunday afternoon event was sponsored by Lakehouse Music Academy to benefit Asbury Park Music Foundation’s “Music Saved My Life” youth initiative. Headliners included Play Date – the award […]

April 9th is the end goal for 30 Asbury Park middle-schoolers who took their first step this weekend in becoming entrepreneurs. “I want to learn about starting my own business,” said Mekhi Birch, 12, who has aspiration of becoming a software developer for the video and computer gaming industry. Mekhi is among those who joined […]

Imagine meeting a friend you have not seen for years. One with whom you shared a strong bond only to have life take you in different directions. Then, suddenly the two of you meet up and you are sharing your life’s travels when you realize the person sitting before you sharing their journey has grown […]

Pro wrestling came to town Thursday night to raise money for the Asbury Park Toy Drive. Held at Johnny Mac House of Spirits on Main Street, the Rockin’ Wrestling show featured the Ocean County Pro Wrestling Syndicate and their theatrical moves. Ten members of the local wrestling circuit battled as Jeff Luke and The Battery […]

The 23rd Annual Asbury Music Award [AMA] categories are jam-packed with nominees as varied as the city’s music scene. Hosted by comedian Taylor Allen, the local entertainment accolade features over 40 awards presented by guest presenters, according to its social media website. The event, presented by The Saint in conjunction with Asbury Music Co., begins […]

The proposed changes to the Asbury Park parking guidelines have been posted on its municipal website. Presented during Monday night’s meeting, the new guidelines call for a hike in weekend metered parking rates in the business district and along the waterfront but a reduction in day rates in parts of the business district. Asbury Park […]