Monthly Archives: June 2023

Crime, Regional Interest

Prosecutor: Man Charged with Aggravated Assault in DWI-Related March Accident

An Ocean County man has been arrested and charged with two counts of aggravated assault in connection with an allegedly alcohol-fueled March accident that left a woman and her son injured in Wall Township, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago and Wall Township Police Chief Sean O’Halloran jointly announced on Thursday.  

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Police and Fire, Red Bank Police & Fire Files

Police Report: Theft, Harassment, Defiant Trespass, Drugs, Assault, Disorderly, DWI

The following May criminal incidents and arrests were reported by Red Bank police. An arrest does not constitute a conviction.

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Local Life, Opinion

Retro Rumson Albertina Steam Ship Dock & Stroll

Albertina docked in Rumson circa 1920
Photo/collection of Loujeanne Cuje

There’s a Navesink River waterfront spot in Rumson that’s an iconic slice of waterborne travel history. More than a century ago, the vicinity was the site of flourishing happy-go-lucky times of transport and community. It was the site of the Rumson Dock where the famous Albertina steam ship made stops for commuting, community and entertainments’ sake.

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Schools Scene

Scene Around: RFH Girls Flag Football Champs

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They’re number one in more ways than one.

The girls who comprise the first Rumson-Fair Haven Regional High School (RFH) Girls Flag Football team on Tuesday won their first sectional championship, making the team number one in the Shore Conference.

The final score was 26-13 in the RFH team’s win over Middletown High School South. With only two losses (8-2) in the season, the game that sent RFH to the Shore Conference was its win 17-6 over Pinelands in the semifinal.

So, the team, with Randy Kalman as head coach, basked in its winning first season as the girls savored that major win moment. Take a look at the photos above for a glimpse into the winning moment, courtesy of RFH mom Jenny Costello. (Click on one photo to enlarge and scroll.)

“Exciting day!!! First RFH Girls Flag Football Team are the Shore Conference Champs!! Great team and great coaches!!
The Bulldogs are just killing it all over!! 💜“

RFH alum and team member mom Jenny Costello

Flag football has become a popular sport in the high school arena, with 14 school teams competing this season. There’s talk of it going NJSIAA-approved next season. More are expected to join next year.

— Photos/Jenny Costello

Crime, Regional Interest

Prosecutor: MCCI Inmate Pleads Guilty to Supplying Drugs that Caused Fatal Overdose

A Monmouth County Correctional Institution (MCCI) inmate has pleaded guilty to providing a fellow inmate with the drugs that caused his fatal overdose last year, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Tuesday.

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News

Weekly Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge Travel Advisory

Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge replacement construction activity continues this week as developments maintain status quo.

The work this week will continue during the hours of 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday. On Friday, work will be done from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m..

During these time slots, Monmouth County officials advise …

Roadway and sidewalk travelers …

  • All roadway and sidewalk travelers should be aware of construction and delivery vehicles entering and exiting the work areas on both sides of Rumson Road in Rumson and on the southbound side of Ocean Avenue in Sea Bright.
  • Temporary delays are possible on any contractor work day due to movement of construction vehicles and equipment.
  • The eastbound sidewalk on the bridge has been reopened for pedestrians and bicyclists.

Waterway travelers …

  • Bridge replacement work activity continues on both sides of the Shrewsbury River south of the bridge.
  • The 65-foot navigational channel width is expected to remain in effect until the fall of 2023.
  • Please see the Public Notice for information on future changes to channel access.
Crime, Regional Interest

Prosecutor: Former Gymnastics Coach Charged with Sex Crimes Against 3 Gymnasts

An Ocean County man who had worked as a youth gymnastics coach in several locations across Monmouth County for the past 30 years has been arrested and charged with committing sexual offenses against three of the gymnasts he coached while they were juveniles, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Monday.

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