Locals have been long buzzing about when or if the new Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge will ever be opened for traversing. And it will — sooner than many anticipated.
New Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge to Open for Travel
Monthly Archives: July 2025
Police Report: Drug Possession, CDS Paraphernalia, Fugitive from Justice, DUI
The following June arrests were reported by Shrewsbury police. An arrest does not constitute a conviction. Note: DUI is a motor vehicle offense in the state of NJ.
RFH Class of ’75 Set for 50th Reunion; Shout-Out to Find the Missing
Call it Dawggone golden … with purple highlights, of course.
Scene Around: Fair Haven Schools Upgrades Progress Report
Dubbed Vision 2020 Strategic Plan, a $15.6 million referendum for improvements to Knollwood and Viola L. Sickles schools in Fair Haven is showing some wind-up finishing touches.
In Memoriam: Longtime Red Bank Resident, Maria Caterina Vespa, 90
Longtime Red Bank resident, Maria Caterina Vespa, passed away peacefully in Red Bank on July 22. She was 90.
Born on Sept. 1, 1934, in Sant’Andrea Jonio, Italy, Maria Caterina was the daughter of the late Antonio Varano and Marianna Samà and the loved mother of Mariateresa Vespa and Anna Christensen.
“A beloved mother, grandmother, and friend, Maria Caterina immigrated to the United States and made her home in Red Bank, where she built a life rooted in dedication, resilience, and care.
Loved ones of Maria Caterina Vespa in her obituary
“She worked diligently for local garment manufacturers and later at Riverview Medical Center in Environmental Services until her retirement in 1999.
“Maria Caterina was known for her tireless work ethic and her pride in everything she did. Generous, amiable and hardworking, she had a gift for nurturing life and creating warmth. She was a familiar and well-loved presence among coworkers, neighbors, and her fellow Italian-American compatriots in the community. She was a communicant of St. Anthony of Padua Roman Catholic Church, and her faith was an integral part of her life …
“Maria Caterina will be remembered for her strength, generosity, and the love she poured into everything she did. Her legacy lives on in the lives she touched and the family she leaves behind.
“Mamma, your help, love and strength will always live in our hearts.”
Maria Caterina was predeceased by: her beloved husband of 42 years, Settimio Vespa (1998); her cherished daughter, Maddalena “Mina” (DeSanctis) Vespa (2007); grandson, Neils Christensen (2014); and her siblings, Vincenzo, Andrea, and Vittoria Varano.
She is survived by: her devoted daughters, Mariateresa Vespa and Anna Christensen (Neils); her loving granddaughter, Monica Christensen Ryan (Chris); grandson, Sandro Anello; her treasured great-grandson, Jasen Ryan; her sister, Teresa Varano (Lijoi); and cousins, nieces and nephews.
Prayers and donations can be made to St. Anthony of Padua Roman Catholic Church.
— Edited obituary prepared by family via John E. Day Funeral Home
- In Memoriam: Red Bank-Raised Longtime Little Silver Resident, Teacher, Rose Marie Accardi, 86
- Police Report: DUIs, Drug Possession, Obstruction
- Prosecutor: Area Man Found Guilty of 2023 Attempted Sexual Assault, Robbery of Teen
- Focus: River Freeze-n-Play
- In Memoriam: Former Garden Vegetarian Restaurant Owner, Fair Havenite, Ty Yolac, 82
Retro Rumson Dock Cat-Eyed Coolness
Photo/courtesy of Paul Karinja.
Reprise from Aug. 23, 2022, because we’re having a July heat wave …
There’s nothing quite like sitting on the dock of the … river in Rumson. Though this was never seen as wasting time. Savoring it was more like it. Still is.
Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge Summer Travel & Construction Advisory
Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge replacement work is on its status quo schedule this week, from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. through Friday Aug. 1, weather permitting. Specific construction scheduled for the week are listed below the travel advisory information.
In Memoriam: Longtime Rumson Resident, Mary Frances Croft, 78
Longtime Rumson resident, Mary Frances Croft, passed away at home on July 25 after a long illness. She was 78.
Born on September 28, 1946, in Jersey City, Mary grew up in West New York, NJ. She graduated from St. Joseph’s High School and Berkeley School, New York City in 1966.
After graduation, “Mary began her career at Cowles Communications (LOOK magazine) and continued to work with the Cowles family and foundation long after LOOK magazine ceased publication. At her time of death Mary was still working for the Cowles family.
Loved ones of Mary Frances Croft in her obituary
“Mary loved to travel and took many trips to see Europe, Canada, and the USA. Some of her favorites were Nantucket, Cape Cod and the National Parks. She spent her early travel years tent camping with family and friends and later in a camper with her sister and her beloved golden retrievers.”
Mary is survived by: her beloved sister, Betty; her brothers, Donald and Walter and sister-in-law Rose Mary Croft; her nieces, Jennifer Lehman and Vanessa Croft; her nephew, Christopher Croft; and two grand-nephews and a grand-niece.
Memorial visitation will be held on Thursday, July 31, from 3 to 6 p.m., with the prayer service at 5:30 at Thompson Memorial Home, 310 Broad St., Red Bank, NJ 07701. Donations welcomed to Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation, 733 Third Avenue, Suite 510, New York, NY 10017.
— Edited obituary prepared by family via Thompson Memorial Home
- In Memoriam: Red Bank-Raised Longtime Little Silver Resident, Teacher, Rose Marie Accardi, 86
- Police Report: DUIs, Drug Possession, Obstruction
- Prosecutor: Area Man Found Guilty of 2023 Attempted Sexual Assault, Robbery of Teen
- Focus: River Freeze-n-Play
- In Memoriam: Former Garden Vegetarian Restaurant Owner, Fair Havenite, Ty Yolac, 82
Prosecutor: Area Man Charged with $141K Cell Phone Theft
A local man has been arrested and charged with stealing more than 100 cell phones from his employers, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced Friday.
DWI Checkpoint Set for Saturday Night
Summer is in full swing, and so are regular DWI checkpoints. The Monmouth County DWI Task Force has announced that there will be another DWI checkpoint on Saturday night.
Simple Summer: The RFH Musical Mom Connection on the Dock
“This is me not crabbing on the dock during a concert! Thanks to everyone who came out to listen to The Band of the Two Rivers season finale!” ~ Joanne Formisano
Photo/Joanne Formisano
No one was crabby about it, just fishing for some music. Call it a simple summer note of musical appreciation and RFH connection. An RFH Performing Arts Society mom took center dock to play to her own tune of musical talent with the Band of the Two Rivers on Wednesday.
In Memoriam: Longtime Sea Bright Resident, Ed Wheeler, 87
Longtime Sea Bright resident, Ed Wheeler, passed away on July 18. He was 87.
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