The following criminal incidents and arrests were reported by Shrewsbury police. An arrest does not constitute a conviction.
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Retro RFH’s Keith McHeffey
He was raised in both Rumson and Fair Haven. He was an RFH graduate. He was a friend to many. He had a gift for making people laugh and love life. Then he lost his in the terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center in New York City on Sept. 11, 2001. He was Keith McHeffey.
Since his untimely death, friends have gotten together and started a tradition — an annual fundraising run in his name known as the KDM 3-Mile Fun Run/Walk, the proceeds of which benefit various youth-oriented activities, scholarships and sports. Registration for the March 11, 2017 run in Sea Bright has begun.
Known as a well-rounded, adventure-loving athlete, McHeffey “spent his life giving of himself to others. Now, we are giving back to the community in his good name. His life was a testament on ‘how to live,'” the mission statement on the KDM Foundation website says.
“The memory of Keith’s wit and humor serves as an inspiration to all of those fortunate enough to have been a part of his life,” another statement added.
So, the Retro Pic(s) of the Day honor Keith McHeffey with a look back at him and his RFH buds and a solo shot doing something he loved to do.
RIP, Keith. You are remembered. Run on …
— Elaine Van Develde
Photo/courtesy of Gregg Kennedy
Arresting Update: DWI, Marijuana, Defiant Trespass
The following recent arrests were reported by Red Bank police. An arrest does not constitute a conviction.
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Police Report: Theft of $4,800 Chanel Bag, Cell Phones
The following recent criminal incidents were reported by Red Bank police:
• A theft was reported on Jan. 13 in the area of Monmouth Street. The victim reported that a blue Chanel cross bag, valued at $4,800 and containing a black Chanel wallet (valued at $1,000), $1,500 in cash, an iPhone 6 in a gray case, a NJ driver’s license, numerous credit cards, an envelope filled with gift cards and three checkbooks, was taken from the front seat of a parked vehicle.
Patrolman Milton Gray IV took the report.
• A theft in the area of West Front Street was reported on Jan. 15. The victim reported a jet black Verizon iPhone 7 Plus was taken from a table in a restaurant.
Patrolman Benjamin Springer took the report.
• A theft in the area of Pearl Street was reported on Jan. 18. The victim reported that an iPhone 6 Plus with a white front and rose gold back with a white case was stolen.
Patrolman Milton Gray IV took the report.
• A theft was reported in the area of North Bridge Avenue on Jan. 22. The victim reported that a white Samsung Galaxy 6S cell phone with a purple case, valued at $500, was stolen.
Patrolman Shane Dengel took the report.
Focus: R-FH Area Women Marching
What started out being dubbed the Million Women March turned Women’s March on Washington ended up evolving into marches of the same ilk all over the country on Saturday.
The marches, while many were called non-partisan, were intentionally set on the day after the inauguration of the 45th President of the United States — Donald Trump. They were deemed a collective stand-up-and-march cross country show of support for women’s rights as hard-earned, strong and everlasting ones not to be trifled with by the new administration. Some area women did not share those feelings and said so on social media.
Nonetheless, from Asbury Park to Red Bank to New York to North and South Carolina and to Washington, D.C., many Rumson-Fair Haven area women (and men) of the past and present went to take part and peacefully say their peace on the subject among masses.
Many from the area shared snapshots of their day on Facebook.
Take a look …
Photos/Eileen Hershenov, Bonnie Werner-Swart, Jenifer Weber-Zeller, Monica Sheehan, Kate Grady, Robin Ens Wilkins, Anne Toronto McNamara, Tara Connelly, Connie Heath Thibeault, Rossi, Lisa Ericson, Mary Beth Gibson
Slideshow/Elaine Van Develde
Scene Around: Rumson’s ‘Can You Hear Me Now?’
Photo/Jenifer Weber-Zeller
A little observation …
It is certainly not your typical evergreen. In fact, there’s nothing evergreen about it, because its branches have to be replaced. And it’s branches aren’t really branches. They’re camouflage for that infamous Rumson cell tower.
We’re thinking that everyone knows and has always known it’s not a tree. It’s pretty obvious. And when the tower was first erected, it was a definite conversation piece around the towns.
And though the novelty of that conversation has worn off a bit, when the “tree” is getting a coiffing, the chatter starts again.
Towering over all trees, there it was years back when first erected — the nouveau tower tree, tree tower, or something like that. It was supposed to blend in. But, visible from a ride over the Oceanic Bridge’s Middletown side, the “tree” jutted up like a branched beacon rather than a member of the Rumson “blended” evergreen family.
But, who knew that the branches needed to be replaced now and again? Well, apparently, they do.
Rumsonite Jenifer Weber-Zeller caught a glimpse of the branch refreshment project herself a couple of days ago.
And here it is — not so ever green and branching out.
Now, that’s a tall order of a tree to climb. More proof that it really ain’t easy being green …
— Elaine Van Develde
Retro Rumson Pier Sunny Daze
Photo/courtesy of Jo Ann Slocum Mazzucca
Yes, dank days are dampening spirits lately. Warm, sunny memories can brighten them, though.
So, why not take a photo trip back to a simple day of sunning the old fashioned way on what was referred to as the Rumson Pier?
This look, in particular, offers a glimpse back to some very old time sun bathing — going back about 75 years. There was a lot of suiting up and little skin to show or sun, for that matter. But the bright smiles were bright by the Navesink River.
It’s the wishful thinking sunny days by the river Retro Pic of the Day, courtesy of Jo Ann Slocum Mazzucca. It’s a rare shot of some folks hanging out on the old pier (or dock) at Victory Park in Rumson with what was the bridge that connected Rumson to Middletown — what became the Oceanic Bridge — in the background.
According to Slocum Mazzucca, “My grandmother Lillian Turnbull Slocum is the far left with her hands folded. The picture was taken on the old pier (dock) at Victory Park in Rumson. Picture is about 75 years ago.”
Anyone remember the old pier/dock at Victory Park? Is this where the Barnacle Bill’s dock is now? How about those swim suits and dresses?
Many thanks to Jo Ann Slocum Mazzucca for this gem from her family photos!
Fair Havenite Soars to Eagle Scout Rank
Fair Havenite Michael Frissora has soared to the Boy Scouts of America’s Eagle Scout rank.
The award of the status, the highest attainment in scouting, was conferred by BSA Troop 67 Scoutmaster Michael Maier at a Court of Honor on Jan. 8 at Tower Hill First Presbyterian Church in Red Bank.
Police Report: Fraud, DWI, CDS Possession
The following criminal incidents and arrests were reported by Shrewsbury police. An arrest does not constitute a conviction.
Memorial Service Set for Sea Bright’s Kerry Ann Hon, 48
Kerry Ann Hon, of Sea Bright, passed away on Saturday, Jan. 14. She was 48.
Born in Stamford, CT, Kerry Ann moved to Sea Bright with her two sons and loved the area and going to the beach. She was a representative with Servepro in Middletown.
Surviving are: her sons, Eric and Nicholas Elfstrom; her parents Jack and Laurel Anderson Hon; and her brothers, Michael Hon and Bruce Benway.
A celebration of Kerry’s life will be held on Wednesday, Jan. 18 at 4 p.m. at Ron’s West End Pub, 103 West End Avenue, Long Branch.
To share a favorite memory or messages of condolence, please visit Kerry’s Book of Memories at www.woolleyboglioli.com.
— Obituary, courtesy of Wooley Boglioli Funeral Home,
RFH Makes AP Honor Roll
Rumson-Fair Haven Regional High School (RFH) is one of 433 school districts in the U.S. and Canada being honored by the College Board with placement on its 7th Annual AP® District Honor Roll.
To be included in the Honor Roll, RFH needed to, since 2014, increase the number of students participating in AP while also increasing or maintaining the percentage of students earning AP exam scores of 3 or higher.
RFH boasts a commitment to providing students with an array of AP courses that pique intellectual curiosity and prepare students for post-secondary studies.
“Congratulations to all the teachers and administrators in this district who have worked so tirelessly to both expand access to AP and also to help students succeed on the AP Exams,” said Trevor Packer, the College Board’s head of AP and Instruction.
In 2016, more than 4,000 colleges and universities around the world received AP scores for college credit, advanced placement, or both, and/or consideration in the admission process.
Inclusion on the 7th Annual AP District Honor Roll is based on a review of three years worth of AP data, from 2014 to 2016, and analysis of 37 AP exams, including world language and culture.
Criteria included:
Police Report: Theft, Criminal Mischief, Marijuana
The following recent criminal incidents and arrests were reported by Red Bank police. An arrest does not constitute a conviction.
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