For over 10 years and counting, 83-year-old Ken Roth has greeted those who descend from the southbound NJ Transit train at Asbury Park’s Transportation Center. A lifetime member of the Asbury Park Chamber of Commerce, Roth said greeting visitors from 11 am to 2 pm Saturday and Sunday from Memorial Day weekend through Labor began […]

The Third Annual Asbury Park Day celebration returns Saturday with a mission to unite the city’s diverse population. Organized by a group of westside citizens and organizations, the annual event was created by a June 15, 2016 proclamation set forth by the City Council that marks the fourth Saturday in June as Asbury Park Day. […]

In celebration of National Bike Month recognition, the Mayor’s Wellness Committee and its community partners have announced a series of educational and safety awareness events. The community partners include the Asbury Park School District, Asbury Park Complete Streets Coalition, EZ Ride, High Voltage Cafe & Grocery, Second Life Bikes, words! Bookstore, and Zagster. The events […]

Spring Sunset Bike Ride The Asbury Park Complete Streets Coalition Community Bike Ride returns 6:30 p.m. Tuesday. All ages and skill levels are invited to participate in this spring sunset ride that begins and ends at Springwood Avenue Park, located at the corner of Atkins Avenue. Participants should dress for the weather and helmets are […]

The local group advocating for safer streets for all who use them will received its second state recognition this weekend. In October the Asbury Park Complete Streets Coalition was awarded a Champion Award during the State Department of Transportation’s Complete Streets Summit. Now the New Jersey Bike & Walk Coalition will recognize the advocacy group […]

The Mayor’s Wellness initiative to advance a healthier lifestyle for members of the community is picking up steam. Having launched this summer, a committee comprised of residents and health professionals have joined forces with existing programs and organizations to further their mission. Among them is the NJ Healthy Corner Store Initiative, done in partnership with […]

Business Plan Tutorial Women With Vision Network Founder Rev Sandra Gonzalez will host How To Write A Business Plan from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday at the Neptune Township Library [25 Neptune Blvd]. Held in conjunction with SCORE of Monmouth County and NJ – PACCI of Monmouth County, the free event aims to empower those […]