A two-day gun buyback program aimed to provide an anonymous way to surrender weapons brought in 359 guns this past weekend at locations in Asbury Park and Rumson, according to a news release from the Monmouth County Prosecutor’s office. On Friday, 209 firearms were surrendered: 112 in Asbury Park and 97 in Rumson. On Saturday, […]

The Human Rights Campaign is in need of volunteers to staff a tent during the 23rd Annual LGBTI Pride Celebration to be held on June 1. No experience is necessary; both new and experienced volunteers are welcome. Three shifts are available, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.; noon to 3 p.m.; and 2 to 5 p.m. The […]

[Update: The original release issued incorrectly stated the city’s annual Memorial Day service in Veteran’s Park hosted by VFW Post #1333 would commence at 11 a.m. The services will begin at 10 a.m. This article has been updated to reflect that change.] Governor Chris Christie will make a stop on the Asbury Park boardwalk May 23 […]

Two different groups planted a total of 30 new trees in Asbury Park on Saturday, May 17. Through a donation made by Manasquan-based Sunshine Girl Charities Inc., the city’s Environment and Shade Tree Commission [ESTC] planted seven fruit trees adjacent to the community garden behind the municipal complex. Two 6-foot apple trees, two plum trees, […]

The Skate and Surf Festival made a successful return to the city where it began over the weekend. Approximately 3,500 people attended the festival by police estimates, according to Asbury Park Police Deputy Chief Anthony Salerno. “It was a peaceful, well-behaved gathering,” Salerno said. “The promoter had plenty of security and law enforcement to assist […]

With the addition of a new director of education, Broadway talent to increase students’ exposure to professional talent, and a partnership with Kula Cafe to offer teen open mic music sessions at the restaurant, Lakehouse Music Academy continues to grow. The progressive music school recently welcomed Robert Lamont [shown above] as director of education. Robert is […]

New Jersey alternative rock band Garden State Line is proud to call the Stone Pony its new home and join a list of predecessors who’ve started at Stone Pony, including Bruce Springsteen, Patti Scialfa and Jon Bon Jovi, according to a venue news release. From knocking the Smithereens’ socks off to sharing the stage with […]

Potential prom queens from around the area ventured to Asbury Park Thursday to find the dress of their dreams at the Charity Kings-sponsored “Wish Upon a Prom” event. The event invites young ladies to choose complimentary formal wear and accessories for the prom. The charity group amassed a collection of over 600 dresses and several […]

Members of the city’s Environment and Shade Tree Commission [ESTC] tore out old bushes in front of the Asbury Park Post Office Wednesday in preparation of the 75 new, red Knockout Rose Bushes they will plant in the coming weeks. City resident Daniel Weiss donated the money for improvements, according to Tom Pivinski, ETSC chair. […]

When Asbury Park resident Judi Hull returned to her home at 403 Sewall Avenue Wednesday, she found the 30-foot Elm tree that used to be in front of her home had been removed. She immediately logged onto a social media website restricted to Asbury Park residents and city officials for answers. The removal of the tree […]