Hazlet & Keyport Top Stories
By JEANNE WALL
April 29, 2026
MONMOUTH COUNTY, NJ: You are invited to the Night on the Mediterranean, the 6th Annual Fashion Show to Benefit the Maddy Massabni Foundation, for Menstrual Toxic Shock Awareness -mTSS. The annual Butterflies for Maddy Fashion Show Fundraiser is from 6:30pm to 9:30pm. and will feature designs from ...
MONMOUTH COUNTY– Monmouth County Clerk Christine Giordano Hanlon is advising voters that mail-in ballots for the 2026 Democratic and Republican Primary Elections are available.NOTE: The deadline for completed applications submitted by regular mail is seven days before the election, which is ...
HIGHLANDS, NJ – Keyport remained undefeated with an 8-5 baseball victory over Henry Hudson on Monday.Casey McCarthy went 2-for-3 with a triple and three runs batted in for Keyport (10-0), which scored seven runs in the third inning to take an 8-1 lead.Tristan Knoblauch doubled and drove in a run ...
NEW JERSEY — The family of a NJ woman, who drowned in a tragic 2025 sinkhole accident, has filed a wrongful-death lawsuit that names Carteret, Middlesex County, Woodbridge, and the Middlesex Water Co. as defendants.The victim, 36-year-old Shelly Malbranche, died on July 26, 2025, in an accident on ...
HAZLET, NJ: A day of community, remembrance, and family fun is set to return this spring as Christian Marchena Day brings residents together for a meaningful and festive gathering at Veterans Memorial Park, honoring a beautiful life, taken too soon.Scheduled for Saturday, May 16, 2026, from 12:00 ...
ASBURY PARK, NJ – The long-anticipated restoration of the Paramount Theater took a significant step forward this week, as the Mayor and City Council approved a resolution authorizing the next phase of construction on the historic boardwalk landmark.The vote clears the way for Phase II of the $11.7 ...
Colts Neck, NJ — A heartfelt new book written by a mother and her son is resonating with readers and families alike, arriving at a time when awareness and understanding are more important than ever. April has long been recognized as Autism Awareness Month in the United States. In recent years, many ...
ABERDEEN, NJ: State Police and local first responders are on the scene of a car crash on the GSP southbound, near Aberdeen/Hazlet area. Reports indicate a vehicle rolled over and is smoking. Avoid the area at this time, traffic is backed up and lane closures are in effect.
West Orange, NJ – Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center, Jersey City Medical Center, Monmouth Medical Center, and Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital have been named to Newsweek’s 2026 list of Best Maternity Care Hospitals. The annual list, presented by Newsweek and Statista, highlights the top ...
Dear Monmouth County Residents, Spring is in full swing here in Monmouth County, and with the warmer weather finally upon us, there is a renewed sense of energy and excitement throughout our communities. From outdoor events and community gatherings to important discussions about our future, this is ...
HOLMDEL, NJ: A community tradition is set for this weekend! With Earth Day having just passed, the community of Holmdel is continuing the celebration with one of its most anticipated annual traditions—the Earth Day Festival & Greenway Walk at beautiful, historic Bayonet Farm. Article continues ...
HAZLET, NJ: The Hazlet Business Owners Association (HBOA) continues to play a vital role in connecting, supporting, and advocating for local businesses throughout Hazlet and the surrounding Bayshore region. The organization brings together business owners, professionals, and community leaders to ...
MONMOUTH COUNTY: Earth Day is a powerful reminder that while April 22 every year, is set aside to celebrate our planet, caring for the environment is something we can—and should—do every day. In Monmouth County, that message resonates strongly thanks to the area’s commitment to preserving open ...
Shari LaRosa's new book "Enchanting the Sea With My ADHD has recently won the Mom’s Choice Award®!NEW JERSEY/FLORIDA: Before she became an award-winning children’s author, Shari LaRosa was helping children navigate their inner worlds as a licensed clinical therapist—and that perspective continues ...
MONMOUTH COUNTY, NJ: Join the talk, Tuesday, April 28, 8:30am. ChamberCast at Bell Works, with the Monmouth Regional Chamber of Commerce, will feature fantastic guests who are making positive changes in our local landscape through neurodiversity appreciation and understanding, job training, and ...
NEPTUNE, NJ – Keyport scored a run in the top of the seventh to break a tie and went on to a 4-3 baseball victory over Neptune on Monday.Jacob Pinto hit a solo home run for undefeated Keyport (8-0) and Casey McCarthy hit a triple and drove in a run.Winning pitcher Paxton Douglass allowed three hits ...
HAZLET, NJ – Dylan Hernandez pitched a six-inning one-hitter to lift Raritan to a 10-0 baseball victory over Freehold Borough on Monday.Hernandez struck out four batters and walked one in his 73-pitch effort.Will Meehan went 3-for-4 with a triple and four runs batted in. Tyler Benedict was 2-for-3 ...
HOLMDEL, NJ – Holmdel established a five-run lead after two innings and went on to a 7-3 softball victory over Raritan on Monday.Molly Debias and Emma Vanario each collected two hits and each drove in two runs for the Hornets (8-0), who scored three runs in the second inning to take a 5-0 ...
HOLMDEL, NJ: 4:30pm: Â Firefighters are on the scene of a blazing car fire in Holmdel, on Laurel Avenue between Satinwood and Continental Boulevard. Eyewitnesses report there was a loud explosion before the car burst into flames. There is a traffic advisory in effect and a traffic is being diverted ...
KEYPORT, NJ: The Borough Police have noticed that there is a road closure and detour on Maple Place between Perry St and Kearny S. The road will be closed from 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Monday, April 20th through Friday, April 24th, for road repair operations. Please plan accordingly.Â
KEYPORT, NJ: In the small bayshore community of Keyport—often referred to as the “Pearl of the Bayshore”—concern is growing over what some residents and experts describe as a troubling pattern of cancer diagnoses. Known for its waterfront views, walkable downtown, and tight-knit neighborhoods, ...
HAZLET, NJ: For many residents and those in surrounding towns, some of the best summer memories can be made at the Hazlet Township Swim Club! Make plans to enjoy sunny days with kids, poolside laughs with friends, and taking a cool dip — just minutes from home. There’s something for everyone at the ...
 Fri., Sat., Sun., Through April 26Company — The MusicalStep into an immersive, in-the-round production of Stephen Sondheim’s Company, where you’ll feel like a guest at Bobby’s birthday party. Surrounded by music, laughter, and the complexities of modern relationships, follow Bobby as he navigates ...
Spring is here, which means allergy season is too. In this Q&A, Catherine A. Monteleone, MD, Director of Allergy and Immunology at Rutgers Robert Wood Johnson Medical School and affiliate of Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital and RWJBarnabas Health Medical Group, shares how this spring’s ...
RED BANK, NJ: The Borough of Red Bank is turning Riverside Gardens Park into an open‑air canvas this spring with the Red Bank Graffiti Jam, a community‑driven celebration of street art, creativity, and local talent. The event will be held Saturday, April 25, from 12 noon to 5:00 pm at Riverside ...
When we talk about binge drinking, it’s often in the context of college-aged adults. However, Alexis LaPietra, DO, FACEP, Medical Director of the RWJBarnabas Health Institute for Prevention and Recovery (IFPR) and Director of Addiction Medicine for Emergency & Hospitalist Services at ...
MONMOUTH COUNTY: The Board of County Commissioners is once again championing local businesses and community connections with the return of its highly anticipated Spring Made in Monmouth Expo. Set for Saturday, May 2, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the event will take place at Brookdale Community College, ...
RUMSON, NJ: BIG!!  It’s a Whale of a Sale! Don't miss the famous Rumson Country Day School annual Rummage Sale — dubbed the largest tag sale in New Jersey! This beloved tradition is one of RCDS’s most impactful fundraisers, supporting the school’s tuition assistance program while also giving back ...
In recognition of National Donate Life Month, Cooperman Barnabas Medical Center (CBMC) hosted a heartfelt “kidneyversary” celebration honoring more than 70 patients who received kidney transplants at the hospital over 25 years ago.  “When this program was first introduced, we were building ...
MOMOUTH COUNTY: Residents across Monmouth County are invited to take an active step toward better brain health at the upcoming Annual Brain Health Fair, hosted on April 23 in Monmouth Beach. This free, public event will focus on a timely and important theme: exploring the positive impact of social ...