Focus: Santa Claus Comes to Fair Haven

Well, the weather outside was threatening to be slightly frightful on Friday night as Fair Haven’s Tree Lighting and Holiday Stroll got under way. But, despite a little drizzle rain, the annual tradition went on without a hitch. Delightful.

The stage for holiday merriment was set at the usual spot at Memorial Park, people gathered, Santa arrived via firetruck, the tree was lit strolling and festivities abounded.

Take a look for a glimpse into the night … (And don’t forget to CLICK to ENLARGE and scroll!)

— Photos/Elaine Van Develde

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Prosecutor: Two Asbury Cops Face Additional Misconduct, Vandalism Charges

A suspended Asbury Park police officer and a former special law enforcement officer are now facing additional charges in connection with two separate September vandalism incidents, Monmouth County Prosecutor Christopher J. Gramiccioni announced.

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Prosecutor: 30-Year-Old Man Arrested on Aggravated Assault by Auto Charges for June Accident

A 30-year-old man has been arrested in connection with a June motor vehicle collision with pedestrians that left two victims injured, Monmouth County Prosecutor Christopher J. Gramiccioni announced.

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Scene Around: A Fair Havenite’s Beautiful Morning & Forecast

Sunrise view from Manhattan
Photo/Bill Heath

It’s not the musical Oklahoma, but the song “Oh, What a Beautiful Morning” certainly came to mind when seeing this snapshot from Fair Havenite Bill Heath, retired borough police officer and now a captain with SeaStreak Ferries.

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Prosecutor: Man Convicted in 2018 Animal Cruelty Case

A 36-year-old Long Branch man has been convicted of fourth-degree animal cruelty for locking an 8-month-old dog in a cage and leaving it in the rising tide in Sandy Hook Bay in July of 2018, Monmouth County Prosecutor Christopher Gramiccioni announced on Thursday.

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Retro RFH Singers’ Song

It’s that time of the year when the Rumson-Fair Haven Regional High School Tower Singers sing — in concert. The Tower Singers are singing this year, of course. There will be the usual high school winter concert. But, their first gig this year will be in touring fashion to the town next door, Red Bank, on Saturday at 12:15 p.m. at Garmany.

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Memorial Set for Longtime Fair Havenite & Volunteer, Nancy Drake

A memorial has been set for longtime Fair Havenite Nancy Badt Drake on what would have been her 89th birthday, from 1 to 4 p.m. on Wednesday at John E. Day Funeral Home, Red Bank. A service will begin at 2:30 p.m.

Nancy passed away on Nov. 7 at Brandywine Assisted Living in Shrewsbury.

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Police Report: Theft & Shoplifting

The following recent criminal incidents were reported by Shrewsbury police:

• There was a report of a shoplifting in the area of Shrewsbury Avenue on Nov. 21. The victim reported that merchandise was stolen.

Patrolman Kyle Ludwig is investigating.

• A shoplifting of $189 worth of merchandise from a store in the area of Broad Street was reported on Nov. 16.

Sgt. Jessica Boyd is investigating.

• There was a report of a theft in the area of Broad Street on Nov. 16. The victim reported that $550 worth of property was stolen.

Patrolman Joseph Barnicle is investigating.

• There was a report of a theft in the area of Shrewsbury Avenue on Nov. 16. The victim reported that property was stolen.

Patrolman Daniel DeCristofaro is investigating.

In Memorium: Former Rumson Country Day Head Master & Oceanic Library President, Skip Sykes

Former president of Oceanic Free Library and Rumson Country Day School Head Master Donald “Skip” Sykes passed away on Tuesday, Nov. 26 at his Rumson home after a long illness.

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