In Memoriam: Longtime Monmouth Beach Resident, Cheryl Koelsch Johnston, 80

“Cheryl’s presence in our lives was a gift. She taught us what it means to care deeply, give generously, and love without limits. May her memory continue to inspire kindness, connection, and the everyday acts of support that defined the way she lived.” ~ family of Cheryl Johnston

Longtime Monmouth Beach resident, Cheryl Ann Koelsch Johnston, passed away peacefully on April 18. She was 80.

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Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge Travel Advisory

Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge replacement construction activity remains status quo with some new alerts and construction work scheduled from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. for through Saturday this week, weather permitting.

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In Memoriam: Former Longtime Fair Havenite, RFH Grad, Noted Area Chef, Tommy Ekleberry, 73

Former longtime Fair Havenite and Rumson-Fair Haven Regional High School (RFH) graduate and well-known area chef, Thomas “Tommy” Edward Ekleberry, passed away on April 11. He was 73.

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George Giffin: Retro RFH Prom Dancing King

George Giffin dancing at the 1963 prom Photo/courtesy of Debra Giffin Schluter
George Giffin dancing at the 1963 prom
Photo/courtesy of Debra Giffin Schluter

This is a classic that’s been seen before, but warrants another look, considering the timing …

It’s prom season — again. And the prom is all about dressing up, coupling up and dancing. Well, that’s most of what it’s all about, anyway.

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Police Report: Attempted Murder, Weapons Possession, Theft, Burglary, Drug Manufacturing & Dealing, Assault, DWI

The following March arrests were reported by Red Bank police. An arrest does not constitute a conviction.

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Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge Travel Advisory

Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge replacement construction activity remains status quo this week, with work scheduled from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. for through Friday, weather permitting.

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Prosecutor: Fatal Shooting that Killed 19-Year-Old Under Investigation

The fatal Tuesday shooting of a 19-year-old is being investigated by Monmouth County Prosecutor’s Office Major Crimes Bureau detectives and police, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Friday.

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