Monthly Archives: August 2023

Obituaries

In Memoriam: Longtime Fair Havenite, Avid Volunteer, Al Schiavetti Jr.

Longtime Fair Havenite, Alfred John Schiavetti Jr., “passed away peacefully surrounded by his family on June 28, overlooking the beloved Navesink River after a courageous battle with cancer.”

His memorial gathering has been slated for Sept. 9.

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Police and Fire, Regional Interest

Prosecutor: Pedestrian Killed in Accident; Authorities Investigating

A pedestrian early Saturday morning was struck by a vehicle in Keyport and killed. Investigating authorities are seeking witnesses to the incident, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Saturday.  

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News

DWI Checkpoints Set for Weekend

It’s summertime and DWI checkpoints, run by the Monmouth County DWI Task Force and local police, are operating just about every weekend in Monmouth County.

This weekend, there are two set to run from 9 p.m. on Friday through 2 a.m. on Sunday in Sea Bright and Shrewsbury, respectively.

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Local Life, Opinion

Retro Fair Candy Apple Daze

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Candy, Ray and Marion Bennett tend to the candy apples at the Fair Haven Firemen's Fair circa 1979 Photo/Fair Haven Fire Department Yearbook, courtesy of Evie Connor Kelly
Candy, Ray and Marion Bennett tend to the candy apples at the
Fair Haven Firemen’s Fair circa 1979
Photo/Fair Haven Fire Department Yearbook, courtesy of Evie Connor Kelly

The Fair Haven Firemen’s Fair is one week away from its opening night. With the fair, of course, comes goodies. Confections. Fair food. One favorite that hasn’t made a comeback and won’t still is the candy apple. So, we look back and reminisce about a fair treat and tradition gone with this “back by popular demand” reprise and a little addition …

How do you like them apples? If the name fits, you know … And it did. She may not have been the actual boss lady of the booth, but perhaps we could call her the Big Dipper? I mean, who better to one of those at the helm the candy apple operation at the Fair Haven Firemen’s Fair than a woman named Candy — Candy Bennett?

The Retro Pic of the Day offers a glimpse back to fair days in 1979 with yet another fair family affair at another booth — the candy apple booth (or corner of the Out Back, or what used to be called just the hot dog booth).

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Obituaries

In Memoriam: Lifetime Red Bank Resident, 63-Year Fire Department Member, Louis Galassi, 93

Lifetime Red Bank resident Louis Galassi passed away on Monday, Aug. 14. He was 93.

Born and raised in Red Bank, Louis graduated from the Red Bank school system. He joined the U.S. Army in 1951 and served during the Korean War, earning a Bronze Service Star.

Louis worked for the Borough of Red Bank for many years and was a 63-year member and volunteer with the Red Bank Fire Department Union Hose Co. Louis was also a long-time member of Tower Hill Presbyterian Church in Red Bank.

“A quintessential Italian-American gentleman who loved the melodies of Frank Sinatra, Louis was the devoted patriarch of his family. He enjoyed his time in the kitchen, cooking amazing meals that were relished by family and friends, and was especially known for his delicious meatballs. Rena was the love of his life and it was love at first sight when they met, and they carried that love throughout their 68 years of marriage, delighting in a spin across the dance floor whenever they could. Selfless, generous, kind, humble and caring, Louis had the biggest smile to warm your heart. He enjoyed tennis, skiing, boxing, movies, heading out to the stores and was fun to be around.”

Louis was predeceased by: his infant son, William Galassi, in 1960; his parents, Pietro and Angelina Galassi; and his brothers, Sammy and Peter Galassi.

He is survived by: his wife, Catherine “Rena” (nee: Webb); his children, Lou-Ann Howell and husband David, and Rose-Ann D’Andrea and husband Paul; three grandchildren, Heather Obrochta and husband Joseph, Ryan Howell and Kimberly D’Andrea; his great-grandchildren, Sage, Brody and Owen Obrochta. Caring uncle of Debbie, Peter, Gina, Lynn and Bill and brother-in-law of Ginger Galassi and Mary Galassi. He also leaves behind his cherished grand-dogs, Zac and Gus.

Visiting hours were held on Thursday, Aug. 17, from 3 to 7 p.m. at the John E. Day Funeral Home, Red Bank. The funeral service will be held on Friday, Aug. 18, at 11 a.m. at Tower Hill Presbyterian Church, 255 Harding Road in Red Bank, followed by burial at Fair View Cemetery in Middletown.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Louis’ memory to the Red Bank Fire Department, PO Box 8622, Red Bank, NJ 07701.

— Edited obituary prepared by family via John E. Day Funeral Home

Local Life

Retro RFH Class of ’73 Reuniting & 50th Rev-Up

It’s summertime and the RFH reunions are revving up with a big “Cheers to the class!” — whichever it may be.

In fact, the RFH Class of ‘73 is celebrating half a century since graduation with its 50th reunion on the same night that the Class of ’78 is having its 45th — Aug. 26.

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Police and Fire, Red Bank Police & Fire Files

Police Report: Theft, Graffiti, Burglary, Weapons & Ammo Possession, Assault, Criminal Sexual Contact, Drugs, DWI, Defiant Trespass

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

Criminal Incidents

• The theft of a Big Ripper SE bicycle, valued at $1,500, from the area of Bridge Avenue was reported on July 30.

Patrolman Piero Vescio took the report.

• An incident of criminal mischief in the area of Maple Avenue was reported on July 30. Graffiti was scrolled on a billboard.

Patrolman Jeffrey Lewandowski took the report.

• An incident of criminal mischief in the area of Catherine Street was reported on July 29. The side of a building was tagged (graffiti) in blue paint.

Patrolman Christopher Fuentes took the report.

• An incident of criminal mischief in the area of Broad Street was reported on July 29. The owner of a property reported the front window of a business, valued at $1,000, was broken.

Patrolman Jeffrey Lewandowski took the report.

• An incident of criminal mischief in the area of Broad Street was reported on July 29. The owner of a business reported damage to a yellow mop bucket, valued at $75, owned by the business.

Patrolman Christopher Fuentes took the report.

• The theft of a Jimmie Huang wedding dress, valued at $3,200, from a Monmouth Street business was reported on July 28.

Patrolman Taylor Doremus took the report.

• The theft of four bottles of Casamigos Reposado Tequila, valued at $258, from a Broad Street business was reported on July 24.

Patrolman Jeffrey Lewandowski took the report.

• An incident of criminal mischief in Marine Park was reported on July 23. The playground was tagged with black paint.

Patrolman Kristin Altimari took the report.

• An incident of criminal mischief in the area of Shrewsbury Avenue was reported on July 20. A resident reported a building was tagged with blue and green paint.

Patrolman Christopher Fuentes took the report.

• An incident of criminal mischief in the area of Leighton Avenue was reported on July 20. A patrol officer reported graffiti. Multiple road signs were tagged with paint.

Patrolman Darren McConnell took the report.

• An incident of criminal mischief, graffiti, in the area of Monmouth Street was reported on July 18. An owner of a business reported a building was tagged with white and black paint.

Patrolman Kristin Altimari took the report.

• The theft of a license plate from a vehicle in the area of Newman Springs Road was reported on July 17.

Patrolman Christian Nelson took the report.

• An incident of criminal mischief, graffiti, in the area of Maple Avenue was reported on July 13. An employee reported that multiple areas in the parking lot of a business were tagged with white, yellow, and purple paint.

Patrolman Preston Mellaci took the report.

• An incident of criminal mischief, graffiti, in the area of Monmouth Street was reported on July 13. The owner of a business reported that the rear of the building was tagged with red and blue paint.

Patrolman Frank Metta took the report.

• An incident of criminal mischief in the area of Monmouth Street was reported on July 11. The owner of a business reported damage to an American flag displayed on the front of the business. The flag was valued at $60.

Lt. Robert Kennedy took the report.

• The shoplifting of $136.44 worth of merchandise from a Water Street business was reported on July 11.

Patrolman Christopher Fuentes took the report.

• An incident of criminal mischief in the area of Oakland Street was reported on July 11. An employee reported damage to a folding table valued at $40.

Patrolman Michael Zadlock took the report.

• An incident of criminal mischief in the area of Leighton Avenue ws reported on July 9. The caller reported that a stop sign, sidewalk, and a vacant residence were tagged with spray paint.

Patrolman Luke Cahill took the report.

• An incident of criminal mischief in the area of W. Bergen Place was reported on July 9. A patrol officer reported that the wall of a building was tagged with blue spray paint.

Patrolman Luke Cahill took the report.

• The theft of $400 in cash from a wallet that was left at a Broad Street business was reported on July 9.

Sgt. Matthew Ehrenreich took the report.

• An incident of criminal mischief in the area of Globe Court was reported on July 7. The owner of a vehicle reported damage to the hood and front driver’s side fender.

Patrolman Frank Metta took. the report.

• An incident of criminal mischief in the area of Locust Avenue was reported on July 3. It was reported that a fence, slide and other parts of the property were tagged with purple spray paint.

Patrolman Luke Cahill took the report.

Arrrests

• David, Martinez, 18, of Newark, was arrested in the area of Monmouth Street on July 31 and charged with disorderly conduct by Patrolman Preston Mellaci.

• Cristian Rivas-Beltran, 29, of Red Bank, was arrested in the area of Monmouth Street on July 29 and charged with driving while intoxicated (DWI) by Patrolman Froilan Hernandez.

• Juan Paulino-Guerrero, 41, of Bronx, NY, was arrested in the area of Tilton Avenue on July 26 and charged with receiving stolen property, hindering apprehension and criminal simulation by Patrolman Preston Mellaci.

• Jonothan Ramos-De La Rosa, 39, of Bronx, NY, was arrested in the area of Tilton Avenue on July 26 and charged with receiving stolen property, hindering apprehension and criminal simulation by Patrolman Preston Mellaci.

• Yoryi Quezada-Paulino, 41, of Bronx, NY, was arrested in the area of Tilton Avenue on July 26 and charged with receiving stolen property by Patrolman Preston Mellaci.

• Nickoy Walters, 28, of Brooklyn, NY, was arrested in the area of Monmouth Street on July 23 and charged with obstructing the administration of law and disorderly conduct by Patrolman Christian Nelson.

• Anthony Rosario, 31, of Tinton Falls, was arrested in the area of N. Bridge Avenue on July 22 and charged with defiant trespass and contempt of court by Patrolman Tanner Shea.

• Marco Peralta-Santos, 28, of Red Bank, was arrested in the area of Bank Street on July 20 and charged with simple assault by Patrolman Froilan Hernandez.

• Robert Meloni, 58, of Bridgeton, was arrested in the area of Leighton Avenue on July 18 and charged with possession of drug paraphernalia and possession of prescription legend drugs by Patrolman Luke Cahill.

• Amanda Siecinski, 34, of Red Bank, was arrested in the area o f W. Sunset Avenue on July 17 and charged with simple assault and disorderly conduct by Patrolman Preston Mellaci.

• Jose Gomez-Pineda, 48, of Red Bank, was arrested in the area of Monmouth Street on July 17 and charged with criminal sexual contact and endangering the welfare of a child by Sgt. James Deponte.

• Tracie Royster, 52, of Neptune, was arrested in the area of Leighton Avenue on July 13 and charged with simple assault by Patrolman Luke Cahill.

• Oscar Martinez-Lopez, 41, of Long Branch, was arrested in the area of W. Front Street on July 12 and charged with driving while intoxicated (DWI) by Patrolman Jhonatan Quispe.

• Cristian Olivero, 27, of Neptune, was arrested in the area of Spring Street on July 12 and charged with burglary, criminal mischief, possession of a weapon for unlawful purpose and harassment.

• Johnny Vargas, 19, of Red Bank, was arrested in the area of Monmouth Street on July 9 and charged with unlawful possession of a handgun, possession of weapons for unlawful purpose, possession of penetrating bullets, and possession of large capacity ammo magazine by Patrolman Kristin Altimari.

• Kevin Aguilar-Aguilar, 21, of Red Bank, was arrested in the area of Monmouth Street on July 9 and charged with unlawful possession of a handgun, possession of weapons for unlawful purpose, possession of penetrating bullets, and possession of large capacity ammo magazine by Patrolman Kristin Altimari.

• Jordan Diaz-Jose, 20, of Red Bank, was arrested in the area of Monmouth Street on July 9 and charged with unlawful possession of a handgun, possession of weapons for unlawful purpose, possession of penetrating bullets and possession of large capacity ammo magazine by Patrolman Kristin Altimari.

• Pepita Gonzalez-Gadson, 30, of Red Bank was arrested in the area of Monmouth Street on July 9 and charged with unlawful possession of a handgun, possession of weapons for unlawful purpose, possession of penetrating bullets, possession of large capacity ammo magazine, possession of CDS and manufacturing or distributing CDS or intent to distribute CDS by Patrolman Kristin Altimari.

• Christopher Russell, 49, of Montclair, was arrested in the area of Monmouth Street on July 8 and charged with criminal mischief and contempt of court by Patrolman Preston Mellaci.

• Anthony Rosario, 30, of Tinton Falls, was arrested in the area of N. Bridge Avenue on July 8 and charged with defiant trespass by Patrolman Tanner Shea.

• Rogelio Palacios-Prado, 24, of Red Bank, was arrested in the area of River Street on July 3 and charged with obstructing administration of law by Patrolman Jhonatan Quispe.

• Jessica Martinez-Pena, 34, of Red Bank, was arrested in the area of River Street on July 3 and charged with obstructing administration of law and defiant trespass by Patrolman Taylor Doremus.

• Jessica Steele, 35, of Tuckerton, was arrested in the area of Bridge Avenue on July 3 and charged with possession of drug paraphernalia by Patrolman Taylor Doremus.

• Jose Sanchez-Martinez, 20, of Red Bank, was arrested in the area of River Street on July 3 and charged with obstructing administration of law and defiant trespass by Patrolman Christopher Fuentes.

• Hugo Sanchez-Pena, 37, of Red Bank, was arrested in the area of River Street on July 3 and charged with obstructing administration of law and defiant trespass by Patrolman Piero Vescio.

• Eriberto Barreto-Paredes, 33, of Red Bank, was arrested in the area of E. Bergen Place on July 2 and charged with driving while intoxicated (DWI) by Patrolman Ashon Lovick.

• Felix Camargo-Flores, 24, of Red Bank, was arrested in the area of Monmouth Street on July 1 and charged with driving while intoxicated (DWI) by Patrolman Christopher Fuentes.

** Police reported 10 arrests solely on contempt of court warrants. **