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Retro RFH Band Woodwind Play Time

RFH Band’s Woodwind Section of 1980
Photo/RFH Yearbook

The RFH Band has played on … and on … and on for decades. And with the RFH Marching Band’s latest triumph as a Tournament of Bands champ, it was only fitting that a retro tribute to the band be played.

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In Memoriam: Former Longtime Fair Havenite, LaVanche ‘Lee’ Walker Weber, 97

Former longtime Fair Havenite LaVanche Eleanor Walker Weber, known to one and all as “Lee”, passed away peacefully on Monday, Sept. 23, at home with her children by her side. She was 97.

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Police Report: Burglary, Theft, Receiving Stolen Property, Harassment, DUI, Disorderly

The following August arrests were reported by Middletown police. During the month of August, Middletown police answered 4,604 calls, among which were 366 first aid calls, 34 fire calls, 194 accidents, and 17 domestic violence. Eight arrests were made solely on outstanding contempt of court warrants. No dates for each arrest were included in this police report. Shoplifting (with no merchandise value included by police) and contempt of court arrests were excluded. An arrest does not constitute a conviction.

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In Memoriam: Rumson-Raised RFH 2005 Grad, Daniel Brown, 37

The family of Daniel Brown would like everyone to remember and take heed of these words of wisdom: “Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a battle you know nothing about.” 

Rumson-raised Rumson-Fair Haven Regional High School (RFH) 2005 graduate Daniel Brown passed away on Sept. 18, 2024. He was 37.

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In Memoriam: Longtime Sea Bright Resident, Steve Kelly, 79

“I am leaving you with a gift — peace of mind and heart. And the peace I give is a gift the world cannot give. So don’t be troubled or afraid.” ~John 14:27

“With heavy hearts full of love and cherished memories, we share our beloved Steve Kelly, of Sea Bright, passed into God’s graces on Sept. 20.” He was 79.

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Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge Roadway & Channel Travel Alerts

Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge replacement activity continues this week with new roadway and channel travel alerts. The work schedule remains from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., weather permitting, through Friday.

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