Prosecutor: 1991 Cold Case Murder Solved

A 1991 Asbury Park murder has been solved after new DNA evidence testing provided a crucial break in the case, Monmouth County Prosecutor Christopher J. Gramiccioni announced on Friday.

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Prosecutor: Trio Indicted on Charges Related to 2019 Manalapan Murder

Two men and a woman were indicted on Tuesday morning for their respective roles in the October shooting death of a Manalapan man, Monmouth County Prosecutor Christopher J. Gramiccioni announced on Wednesday.

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Christina Gauss: RFH Educator of the Year

“(Christina) Gauss embodies everything that RFH stands for: she empowers her students to explore their passions, she inspires them to thrive, increases their knowledge, confidence, creativity, and compassion and truly seeks to foster global citizenship each and every day. She is an educator that others should seek to emulate in all aspects; and Rumson Fair Haven is proud to formally honor her achievements!”

RFH officials

That is the sentiment echoed throughout the Rumson-Fair Haven Regional High School (RFH) community and it’s the reason why Spanish teacher, advisor, mentor and community member, Christina Gauss, has been named RFH Educator of the Year for 2020.  

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Prosecutor: Police Officer Charged with Theft, Forgery

An 18-year veteran police officer was charged on Monday with theft and forgery related to a rental property he owned in Brielle, Monmouth County Prosecutor Christopher J. Gramiccioni announced.

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Focus: River Reflection

Sometimes the reflection at the waterfront in the Rumson-Fair Haven area is a mirror glass one. Still. Vivid. A picture with a clear message staring back at you from beneath.

It’s a picture of calm insight. It’s casting back of a similar scene with something new to see in the frame freeze of the water. Reflection. It gives you the chance to see more … without the blindness that the light can bring.

Take a look and find your own retrospective view …

Photos/Elaine Van Develde

Prosecutor: 23-Year-Old Father Facing Murder Charge in 2019 Death of His Infant

A Monmouth County man has been arrested and charged with murder and related offenses in connection with the death of his 6-week-old baby girl, Monmouth County Prosecutor Christopher J. Gramiccioni announced on Thursday.

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Remembering Rumson Police Chief ‘Rick’ Tobias

“The Rumson Police Department is mourning the loss of Retired Chief Richard ‘Rick’ Tobias.

“For several years, Chief Tobias served as juvenile officer for the PD. His efforts changed the paths of countless members of Rumson’s youth for the better. 

“Chief Tobias was known for his big heart and willingness to help anyone in need. He was a great asset to the community and will be missed.” 

Rumson Police Department

It’s the story of a retired police chief, an officer on the Rumson beat for many years who passed away on Jan. 18 at 67 after a heroic battle with cancer. And there’s always an image to illustrate a story.

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Prosecutor: Employee Arrested on $150K Theft Charges

A former office administrator of a pain management center in Wall Township has been arrested and charged with stealing more than $150,000 from the business, Monmouth County Prosecutor Christopher J. Gramiccioni announced on Tuesday.

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Prosecutor: Former Affordable Housing Alliance Employee Pleads Guilty to $400K Theft

A former Neptune Affordable Housing Alliance director of administration has pleaded guilty to pilfering more than $400,000 from the organization, Monmouth County Prosecutor Christopher J. Gramiccioni announced.

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