Two community events will be taking place at local churches this weekend. First up is the 10 am to noon Survivors of Everyday Gun Violence Listening Project and Vigil at Second Baptist Church, located at 124 Atkins Ave. The featured guest speaker is Regina Thompson-Jenkins, whose son Tre Devon Lane died after shielding two friends […]

Gov. Phil Murphy made a return to Asbury Park Sunday, attending the morning worship service at St. Stephen Episcopal AME Zion Church on Springwood Avenue. “I’m here today to do much more than worship with you,” the Middletown resident said. “I am here today to say thank you, among other things, to this community for […]

Church and state came together Sunday during the annual reflection and celebration of the life of Rev Dr. Martin Luther King Jr, held at St Stephens AME Zion Church on Springwood Avenue. Held for over 15 years, the event recognizes city residents and leaders who contribute significantly to civil rights, education, social justice, peace and […]

The next phase of assisting residents with the expungement process kicks off at 7 p.m. Friday at St. Stephens AMEZ Church on Springwood Ave. Expungement asks courts and/or law enforcement agencies to modify, seal, or eliminate criminal records. Once complete, a criminal record cannot be viewed by the public and recipients do not have to […]