Saturday marks the fifth anniversary of the annual Promenade of Mermaids, an event that attracts hundreds [if not thousands] of all ages donning their best mermaid wears to the Asbury Park waterfront. This year, the City’s own Deputy Mayor Amy Quinn will serve as the parade’s Grand Marshal.  “I have never been a Grand Marshal […]

Women from across the state and beyond will come together Saturday to participate in the return of the Asbury Park Women’s Convention, being held 10 am to 3 pm at the Stone Pony [913 Ocean Ave]. Organized by four Asbury Park creatives, the annual nonpartisan event aims to address the issues that affect women across […]

The City of Asbury Park passed a resolution at last night’s Council Meeting supporting NJ Local Government Week, a weeklong celebration that raises awareness about the importance of municipal government and its daily impact on residents. The initiative, which takes place April 7-13, 2019, is sponsored by the NJ State League of Municipalities and encourages […]

With a new twist, vibe, and venue, the team behind the Annual Asbury Park Women’s Convention [APWC] have announced this year’s event will take place from 10 am to 3 pm at the legendary Stone Pony, located at 913 Ocean Ave. “I’m really excited about the venue change to the Stone Pony,” Co-Founder and Comedian […]

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 […]

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, […]

City Manager Michael Capabianco has appointed Deputy Chief David Kelso to the role of Chief of Police. Kelso, who was promoted to Deputy Chief in April 2017, has headed the daily operations of the over 91 member police force, often promoting from within the ranks. He also oversaw the police department’s accreditation process, granted in […]

The Asbury Park City Council has announced two initiatives aimed at inviting public participation. First up will be a 7 p.m. Nov. 29 Committee Information Session at the Asbury Park Senior Center, located at 1201 Springwood Avenue, 2nd Floor. Lead by Deputy Mayor Amy Quinn and Councilwoman Eileen Chapman, the meeting aims to foster community […]

The City of Asbury Park’s Public Arts Commission has unveiled a new mural in the City’s Transportation Center, located off Main Street at Cookman Avenue, by artist Kevin Hebb. “The Asbury Park Public Arts Commission recognizes that art is integral to the vibrancy of the community, which is why we promote the development of public art,” Deputy […]

Power to the Polls: A Feminist Halloween Party with the goal of empowering through a nonpartisan platform will be held 5 pm Sunday at The Asbury, located at 210 Fifth Ave. The dress as your favorite women in history event is organized by those behind two of the city’s most empowering feminist events in recent […]