It was all about raising funds, having fun and fostering connections via an iconic Rumson spot and chef in the name of childhood cancer support.
Scene Around: Raising the Roof for Childhood Cancer Support in Rumson
Monthly Archives: April 2026
In Memoriam: Longtime Fair Havenite, Avid Volunteer and Community Activist, Ruth Blaser, 88
Longtime Fair Havenite, avid volunteer and iconic community activist, Ruth A. Blaser, passed away peacefully on March 28, “surrounded by the love of her family.” She was 88.
In Memoriam: Little Silver Resident, Nancy Gulick, 80
Little Silver resident, Nancy Gulick, “a beloved wife, mother, grandmother, aunt, and friend,” passed away peacefully on Wednesday, March 11, at her Little Silver home. She was 80.
Retro RFHers’ Blooming Spring Fling
You could say they got the fever — spring fever … for a fling … or going steady … or something.
In Memoriam: Fair Haven-Raised Rocky’s Barbershop Owner, Chelly Rago, 55
“It is with profound love and heavy hearts we announce the passing of a remarkable woman whose life was a living testament to compassion, strength and unwavering generosity.” ~ loved ones of Michelle Rago in her obituary
Fair Haven-raised Michelle “Chelly” Rago passed away on April 1 at Monmouth Medical Center, where she was born on March 11, 1971. She was 55.
In Memoriam: Longtime Rumsonite, Pat McMahon, 91
Longtime Rumsonite, Patricia “Pat” Ann Doherty McMahon, passed peacefully in her home of more than 50 years while surrounded by her children. She was 91.
In Memoriam: Former Rumson and Fair Haven Resident, Maria Zifchak, 86
Monmouth Beach resident, Maria H. Zifchak, formerly of Fair Haven and Rumson, “a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and friend, passed away peacefully, leaving behind a legacy of love and a life defined by devotion to her family.” She was 86.
Rumson Police Report: DUIs, Contempt of Court
The following March arrests were reported by Rumson police. An arrest does not constitute a conviction.
Retro Spring Chillin’ RFH Style
Photo/George Day
A reprise of a very popular Retro Pic of the (George) Day that pays homage to spring — RFH style … Now where were these RFHers? Word has it that they were far off campus …
Spring has truly sprung. In fact it’s bloomin’ bouncing into seasonal warmth lately, save for a few bad days.
Retro Fair Haven Easter Peep Hunters
Photo/Elaine Van Develde
Some bunny’s full of Peeps! Not a peep about any golden egg, either!
Well, it’s that “eggcellent” season for the classic Easter egg hunt. There have been many over the years and recently in the R-FH area. And there are bound to be more today, Easter, in many a back yard.
Old News: The Truth About Being the Easter Bunny
Ahhhhh, the Easter Bunny … the tradition, the joy, the mystery, and, yes, the horror.
There’s a lot more to the symbolically giant fluffy rodent with cartoon eyes in a fixed freaky stare and a head the size of one of the small children he visits on Easter. For instance, his head pops off. It’s also a sweaty death trap. Those are facts, people. I know. I was the Easter Bunny quite a few times.
In Memoriam: Longtime Area Nurse, Volunteer, Vicki DeNoia, 75
Longtime area nurse, Vicki DeNoia, MSN, RN-C, APRN, BC, NP-C, passed away peacefully on March 26, “leaving behind a legacy of compassion, dedication, and service to others.” She was 75.
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