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# Rumson-Fair Haven Retrospect

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- [Retro RFH Graduation Traditions](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rfh-graduation/) - Our annual RFH graduation reprise in honor of the RFH Class of 2025 ... Congrats! RFHers are doing the graduation walk tonight. And it's a walk that has veered off onto different paths over the years — but always to Pomp & Circumstance. Wow. So much has changed, yet stayed the same. The venue has A classic retro graduation reprise in honor of the RFH Class of 2025
- [Retro Gowned-Up Fair Haven Girl Grads](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-gowned-up-fair-haven-girl-grads/) - It's about that time of the year. Yes, it's that time when Fair Haven eighth graders do two walks of tradition — the final walk down Third Street and that graduation walk. All the grads are always gussied up for the milestone moments. Though, back in the 1970s, there was no Third Street walk between
- [Retro Stylin' 2002 Knollwood Grads](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-knollwood-boys-style/)
- [Rumson Police Report: Vehicle Thefts, Burglary, Assault, Graffiti, Vandalism](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/rumson-police-report-vehicle-thefts-burglary-assault-graffiti-vandalism/) - The following May criminal incidents and arrests were reported by Rumson police. An arrest does not constitute a conviction. Criminal Incidents • A Highland Avenue resident on May 28 reported that their Ford truck had been stolen from the driveway overnight. Patrolman Timothy Lackner took the report. • Patrols responded on May 27 to a
- [Focus: Solstice River Walk Solace](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/focus-solstice-river-walk-solace/) - It doesn't have to be the longest day of the year to get the most out of the warmth of river time before the sun sets, calling it a day — a first summer day. The day may be over, but the river time feeling is forever docked in the mind. The fair haven on A soothing photo gallery of the riverfront in Fair Haven, a reflective piece and the weather forecast.
- [Prosecutor: Photo & Info Updated; Help Finding Missing Teen Still Needed](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-photo-help-finding-missing-teen-still-needed/) - A missing teen from the Cape May area who was spotted in Eatontown on June 11 was found and went missing again early this week. Authorities are, again, asking for the public's help in finding her. The missing teen, identified as 15-year-old Alexandria Deuter, was most recently seen walking at about 5:15 p.m. on Monday,
- [Prosecutor: Authorities Ask for Help in Finding Missing Teen](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-authorities-ask-for-help-in-finding-missing-teen/) - The Monmouth County Prosecutor's Office has shared the following plea from the Cape May County Prosecutor's Office ... Authorities are actively searching for a local teenager who has been missing since last weekend. The missing juvenile, identified as 15-year-old Alexandria Deuter (pictured above), was last seen walking in the area of the 100 block of
- [Clean Ocean Action: Fight Against 'Massive Industrial Assault' on Ocean Ensues](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/clean-ocean-action-fight-against-massive-industrial-assault-on-ocean-ensues/) - The fight to keep the ocean clean has reverted and intensified. Clean Ocean Action is rallying against what it has dubbed an "unprecedented massive industrial assault proposed to the ocean." The environmental group has revived the Clean Ocean Zone (COZ) legislative campaign originally developed years ago for a federal law to protect the "rich vibrant
- [Retro Fair Haven Fisk AME Chapel Folks](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-fair-haven-fisk-ame-chapel-folks/)
- [Weekly Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge Travel Advisory](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/weekly-rumson-sea-bright-bridge-travel-advisory-11/)
- [Weekly Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge Travel Advisory](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/weekly-rumson-sea-bright-bridge-travel-advisory-10/) - This week's Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge replacement activity continues Monday through Friday during the hours of 7 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. every day with a few new notes to roadway and sidewalk users. Monmouth County officials advise ... Roadway and sidewalk users should be aware of some changes in that area. This means ... Vehicles must
- [Ode to the Grand Daddies of the R-FH Area](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/ode-to-the-grand-daddies-of-the-r-fh-area/) - Our annual tribute ... It's Father's Day weekend. And, we at Rumson-Fair Haven Retrospect are of the mind that the actual day on Sunday was really about much more than flipping a burger and patting a good ol' dad on the back. It's bigger than that. It goes way beyond your own dad's back yard
- [Rumson Police Report: Smash & Grab Car Burglary](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/rumson-police-report-smash-grab-car-burglary/) - While continuing to urge residents to lock cars and valuables in them because of heightened car thefts in the area, Rumson police are alerting area residents of a different sort of criminal activity that is becoming rampant and occurred in Rumson this past weekend — smash and grab car burglary. Rumson police are investigating a
- [The R-FH Area Weekend: Full-On Fair Haven Day Resurrected](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/the-r-fh-area-weekend-full-on-fair-haven-day-resurrected/) - Fair Haven Day will be back in full force this Saturday with its original organizer at the helm again. After pandemic time off and the non-profit that has funded and coordinated the event on hold for a while, all systems are go. There's no downsized reincarnation or combo creation. They're back to the Fair Haven
- [RFH's Chris Lanzalotto: Monmouth County Athletic Director of the Year](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/rfhs-chris-lanzalotto-monmouth-county-athletic-director-of-the-year/) - He's the top high school athletic director in the county. Rumson Fair Haven Regional High School's (RFH) Chris Lanzalotto has been named Shore Conference Monmouth County Athletic Director of the Year 2023. Lanzalotto, who stepped into the athletic director role at RFH 10 years ago, won the honor due to his exemplary overseeing and expansion
- [Scene Around: Rumson School's Out Clap-Out](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/scene-around-rumson-schools-out-clap-out/) - School's out in Rumson! And while tradition dictates that Fair Haven's eighth grade grads to the infamous walk down Third Street to much fanfare, Rumson students do what they call a "clap-out." And it just happened very recently. They're leaving the hallowed halls of Forrestdale School and moving on to the next block at Rumson-Fair
- [RFH's Christina Gauss: National Geographic Society Grosvenor Teacher Fellow](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/rfhs-christina-gauss-national-geographic-society-grosvenor-teacher-fellow/) - Rumson-Fair Haven Regional High School's (RFH's) Christina Gauss has done it again. The RFH Spanish teacher, advisor, mentor, avid community volunteer, 2020 RFH Educator of the Year and Monmouth County Teacher of the Year has been named a member of the 15th cohort of Lindblad Expeditions and National Geographic Society Grosvenor Teacher Fellows. Gauss is
- [Scene Around: Retired Fair Haven Teacher Trippin'](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/scene-around-retired-fair-haven-teacher-trippin/)
- [Retro Knollwood Grads' Class Trippin'](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-dude-ranch-hangin-knollwood-kids-teachers/) - School's out and graduation's near — very near. And the heat is always on to seek out a good time among class friends. So, there's nothing quite like a final class trip to — with class clowns, friends, foes and teachers. Yes, teachers — sun bathing and all. This particular trip was taken in 1974
- [In Memoriam: Lifelong Shrewsbury Resident, RBR '96 Grad, Rayna Eyerman, 44](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-lifelong-shrewsbury-resident-rbr-96-grad-rayna-eyerman-44/) - Lifelong Shrewsbury resident, Red Bank Regional High School (RBR) Class of 1996 graduate, mom, teacher, volunteer, Little Peas of Mind co-owner, Rayna Eyerman, passed away unexpectedly on June 9, as the result of sudden heart failure. She was 44. Rayna was born on Sept. 1, 1978 in Staten Island, NY, but was a lifelong resident
- [In Memoriam: Longtime Fair Havenite Dave McKissock, 90](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-longtime-fair-havenite-dave-mckissock-90/) - Longtime Fair Havenite David Lee McKissock passed away on June 2. He was 90. A Boston native, Dave graduated from Milton Academy and went on to receive an undergraduate degree from Middlebury College where he met his wife, Diana, of 67 years. He was predeceased by: four half-siblings, Allan Jr. and Gordon McKissock, Barbara McKissock
- [In Memoriam: Longtime Riverview Employee, Dolores Galatro, 79](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-longtime-riverview-employee-dolores-galatro-79/) - Longtime Riverview Medical Center employee, Dolores Ann Galatro, passed away peacefully on Friday, July 3, surrounded by her children. She was 79. For more than 33 years, Dolores worked in scheduling at Riverview Medical Center, where she was known for her dedication, reliability, and warm personality. She took great pride in her work and built
- [Retro Rumson Dock Cat-Eyed Coolness](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rumson-summer-dock-grin/) - Reprise from Aug. 23, 2022, because we're coming out of heat wave and some crazy July weather ... 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 Police Report: Assault, Nuisance, Underage Drinking, Harassment](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/rumson-police-report-assault-nuisance-underage-drinking-harassment/) - The following June arrests were reported by Rumson police. An arrest does not constitute a conviction. Arrests • Michael Hammer, 36, of Keansburg, was arrested in the area of Waterman Avenue on June 29 on an outstanding warrant out of Wall Township Municipal Court. • Gina Russomanno, 58, of Rumson, was arrested at Rumson Police
- [Retro Rumson July 4th Pint-Sized Patriotic Posers](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rumson-pint-sized-patriots/) - It's the Fourth of July. Cheers to the pint-sized patriots of yesteryear! This snapshot back in time may not have been the actual Fourth of July gala, but it was definitely a celebration of patriotism in Victory Park in Rumson — likely one of the Spirit of '76 bicentennial kind and post-parade. Regardless, tphere's nothing
- [Retro Fair Haven Folk Singers' Patriotic Beat](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-fair-haven-folk-singers-patriotic-beat/) - Hey, Mr. Tamborine kid, play a song for us! It wasn't all about the guitar strumming, singing and parading on patriotic holidays only. Back in those '76 Bicentennial times, the Fair Haven Folk Singers were particularly patriotic and playing to their own ... tambourines and ukulele, too, for any given opportunity. Play was the operative
- [The R-FH Area July 4th Fun: Fireworks, Sandy Hook Seining, Firecracker 5K](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/the-r-fh-area-july-4th-fireworks-sandy-hook-seining-firecracker-5k/) - Well, after many America 250 celebrations, the ode to the U.S.A. and its birth will culminate in a sparkly kaboom for its gala birthday. While Rumson no longer hosts fireworks, there will be displays on and around the Navesink River and beyond. And there will be some shore fun going on, too ... The shore
- [Prosecutor: Ex-Cop Gets 5 Years in Prison for $75K PBA Theft](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-ex-cop-gets-5-years-in-prison-for-75k-pba-theft/) - A police officer has been sentenced to five years in state prison for stealing more than $75,000 from his Policeman’s Benevolent Association (PBA) chapter, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Wednesday. Abraham “Jason” Gassman, 53, a former South Brunswick officer, was sentenced during a hearing held yesterday before Monmouth County Superior Court Judge
- [Retro Neighborhood Bathing Beauty Besties](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-fair-haven-bathing-beauty-buds/)
- [In Memoriam: Former Longtime Red Bank Resident, Volunteer, Georgie Terry, 99](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-former-longtime-red-bank-resident-volunteer-georgie-terry-99/) - Former longtime Red Bank resident, teacher's aide and Lunch Break volunteer, Georgiana "Georgie" Louise Redick Terry passed away on June 22 in Raleigh, NC. She was 99. Life, faith, and family Georgie was born to Robert Redick and Henrietta Redick, and grew up alongside her sisters, Anita DeSilva and Jane Redick, and her brothers, Robert
- [Retro Rumson Pier Summer Sunning Daze](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-sunning-old-rumson-pier/)
- [In Memoriam: Longtime Fair Haven Resident, Ingrid Marxen, 85](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-longtime-fair-haven-resident-ingrid-marxen-85/) - Longtime Fair Haven resident, beloved mother, grandmother and friend, Ingrid Karin Marxen, "left us peacefully surrounded by the love of her family." She was 85. Born in Pinneberg, Germany to the late Heinz and Gertrude Drews, Ingrid was the devoted and loving wife of Horst Marxen, with whom she shared decades of beautiful memories until
- [RFH Stars Shine in Talent Show](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/rfh-stars-shine-in-talent-show/) - The following is an edited press release from Rumson-Fair Haven Regional High School: The stars shone brightly at the 2015 Rumson-Fair Haven Regional High School (RFH) Talent Show. Proceeds from the April 9 show — organized by the Student Government Association (SGA) and featuring a variety of crowd-pleasing entertainment by dancers, singers, musicians and comedians
- [Dancing for RFH's George Giffin](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/dancing-for-rfhs-george-giffin/) - By George, it was an evening all about dance and raising funds for a good cause! The George Giffin Memorial Dance-a-Thon was dubbed a good time for all on Saturday. The popular Rumson-Fair Haven Regional High School science and dance teacher and coach passed away last year. In finding a fitting way to memorialize him
- [Subdivision Deemed Good Fit for Longtime Fair Haven Church Property](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/subdivision-deemed-positive-use-for-longtime-fair-haven-church-property/) - By Elaine Van Develde Before long, Fair Haven's Church Street will no longer be true to its namesake. The borough's Planning Board unanimously approved a three-home subdivision — of one 3,000- and two 2,000-square-feet, roof-porched homes with garages and decks — on the .54-acre parcel of land at the corner of River Road and Church Street,
- [RFH Girls Winter Track Team Scores Big](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/rfh-girls-winter-track-team-scores-big/) - The following is an edited press release from Rumson-Fair Haven Regional High School: The Rumson-Fair Haven Regional High School (RFH) Girls Winter Track Team has earned a double victory. The team garnered the school’s first Group II State Relay championship for Winter Track and scored its fourth consecutive Central Jersey Group II Sectional title. The historic State
- [Retro Snow-Capped Peninsula House Paradise](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/warm-retro-thoughts-rfhers-p-house/)
- [Retro Rumson Cheers from Frank's](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rumson-cheers-from-franks/) - Cheers to Friday, a Rumson icon and his iconic River Road spot! That would be Tony Mellaci and his father's bar, Frank's. The door was always open at the place, welcoming Rumson friends for a cold one, a Mellaci sausage sandwich, a little camaraderie and good conversation among locals. The senior Mellaci, Frank, owned it
- [In Memoriam: Former Rumson Country Day School and Rumson Country Club President, Dan Finley Jr., 83](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-former-rumson-country-day-school-and-rumson-country-club-president-dan-finley-jr-83/) - Former Rumson Country Day School and Rumson Country Club president, Dan Finley Jr., died quietly on June 16. He was 83. Dan was born in Akron, OH, on March 30, 1943. After his father returned from military service, the family eventually settled in Middletown. After graduating from Rumson Country Day School, Dan studied at the
- [Prosecutor: Former Area Cop Pleads Guilty to Endangerment, Sexually Explicit Criminal Computer Activity Involving Two Teen Girls](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-former-area-cop-pleads-guilty-to-endangerment-criminal-computer-activity-involving-two-teen-girls/) - A former area police officer has pleaded guilty to charges stemming from engaging in criminal activities involving the sexual exploitation and endangerment of two teenage girls, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced Thursday. During a hearing held yesterday before Monmouth County Superior Court Judge Jill G. O’Malley, 49-year-old Kevin Ruditsky, a former Manalapan
- [Getting the Clear Retro RFH Graduation Picture](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rfh-graduation-clarity/) - Sometimes those '70s RFH graduation memories are not all a blur. They're crystal clear. In focus. Like this Pomp and Circumstance walk snapshot back in time. It's been almost a week since the RFH Class of 2026 did their graduation walk. So, we're taking you back to a walk of the dinosaur kind — that
- [In Memoriam: Red Bank Resident, Joe DeVincent, 71](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-red-bank-resident-joe-devincent-71/) - Red Bank resident Joe DeVincent passed away on June 20. He was 71. Joe graduated from the State University of New York at Albany. He began his political career in the late 1980s as campaign manager and congressional aide for Congressman Robert J. Mrazek. Later he served in various posts on Long Island including director of
- [Retro RFH '60s Daisy Chain Gang](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rfh-class-of-65-daisy-chaining/) - In honor of RFH graduation ... Reprise of a classic originally posted in June of 2022 ... That's the sight of the girls working on the Daisy Chain gang! When it comes to RFH graduation traditions gone, the Daisy Chain is a classic, well-remembered one. So are the links in the chain — the girls,
- [Prosecutor: 21-Year-Old Area Man Charged with Attempted Murder in Monday Shooting](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-21-year-old-area-man-charged-with-attempted-murder-in-monday-shooting/) - A 21-year-old area man has been charged with attempted murder and related weapons offenses in connection with a Monday shooting, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Tuesday. Jaiden V. Edwards, 21, of Keansburg, was charged with one count of first-degree attempted murder, one count of second-degree unlawful possession of a weapon (handgun), and
- [Police Report: Burglary, Theft, Assault, False Public Alarm, Criminal Mischief](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/police-report-burglary-theft-assault-false-public-alarm-criminal-mischief/) - The following May criminal incidents and arrests were reported by Red Bank police. An arrest does not constitute a conviction. Criminal Incidents • The theft/shoplifting of $85 worth of fuel from a gas station on Shrewsbury Avenue was reported on May 31. Patrolman Andrew Todd took the report. • The theft/shoplifting of a green dress, valued at
- [Scene Around: RFHers Reuniting After 45 Years](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/scene-around-rfhers-reuniting-after-45-years/) - Reunited and it feels so good. Sure does. It also feels like it was only a few years ago that RFH classmates of a long-gone era graduated. OK, so the Peaches and Herb song Reunited was a '78 song and we're talking about the RFH Class of 1981. Close enough. And the sentiment is definitely
- [In Memoriam: Rumsonite Rob Graffeo, 61](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-rumsonite-rob-graffeo-61/) - Rumsonite Rob Graffeo passed away on June 19, surrounded by the love of his family. He was 61. Rob began his career at Salomon Brothers in 1991 and went on to hold senior leadership positions at Credit Suisse, Bank of America, Merrill Lynch, and J.P. Morgan. He later served as chief information officer at Angelo,
- [Retro RFH Graduation: The Daisy Chain Girl](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rfh-graduation-the-daisy-chain-girl/) - The following was originally posted in May of 2017. It is being re-run in honor of graduation, time honored traditions of the past, and this RFH Daisy Chain girl of '78, who passed away in February of 2018 — Daryl Cooper Ley. In high school social circles, it was considered a popularity status symbol to
- [Prosecutor: Area Little League Prez Charged with Stealing more than $73K from League](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-area-little-league-prez-charged-with-stealing-more-than-73k-from-league/) - An area little league president has been charged with pilfering more than $73,000 from the organization over the course of roughly three years, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Friday. Donald Petito, 42, of Freehold, president of the Freehold Township Little League, has been charged with third-degree theft by unlawful taking or disposition
- [Cheers to the Grand Daddies of the R-FH Area](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/remembering-grand-daddies-of-the-r-fh-area/) - It's Father's Day. And, we at Rumson-Fair Haven Retrospect are of the mind that the day was really about much more than flipping a burger and patting a good ol' dad on the back. It's bigger than that. It goes way beyond your own dad's back yard and a grilling or two. Growing up in
- [Prosecutor: 33-Year-Old Area Man Gets Life in Prison for 2023 Murder](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-33-year-old-area-man-gets-life-for-2023-murder/) - A 33-year-old area man has been sentenced to life in prison plus ten years on murder and weapons charges stemming from a fatal 2023 shooting, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Friday. Eddy Vilus, of Asbury Park, was sentenced on Tuesday before Monmouth County Superior Court Judge Henry P. Butehorn. Vilus received life
- [Scene Around: Fair Haven Graduation Walk Talk](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/scene-around-fair-haven-graduation-walk-talk/) - They walked the walks — two, that is. Yes, Fair Haven's Knollwood School eighth grade graduation happened last night. The Knollwood Class of 2026, soon to be RFH Class of 2030, took two walks into and out of the school — figuratively speaking, at least. One was, of course, that Pomp and Circumstance filing into the
- [In Memoriam: Former Fair Havenite Maura Hickey McCarthy, 61](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-former-fair-havenite-maura-hickey-mccarthy-61/) - Former Fair Havenite Maura Hickey McCarthy, of Red Bank, formerly of passed away on Monday, June 15. She was 61. Maura was born July 12, 1964 in New Rochelle, NYto George and Pat Hickey. She grew up in Spring Lake and Sea Girt with her four siblings, Tara, Kate, Jim and Brannigan. In 1990, Maura
- [Retro Knollwood Grads Walking the Walk](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-graduation-walk-from-knollwood/) - It's graduation day for Fair Haven's Knollwood School Class of 2026. One of the steadfast traditions is, in addition to the usual walk to get the diploma, the one from Knollwood down Third Street to Sickles School for that graduation dance. it starts at All along the way, the grads are greeted by cheering families
- [In Memoriam: Red Bank Resident, Mary Trozzo, 89](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-red-bank-resident-mary-trozzo-89/) - Red Bank resident, Mary Trozzo, formerly of Astoria, Queens, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 15. She was 89. Born in Brooklyn, NY to Antonio and Assunta De Gioia, Mary was one of seven children. She grew up and lived in various parts of Long Island and Queens, ultimately settling in Astoria, Queens, and then
- [Retro RFH Guys' Summer Dive](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rfh-guys-summer-dive/) - The sun has been brutal in its summer sneak peaks these days. So, daydreaming about a cool summer time when a dive into the ocean in Sea Bright was all you needed comes a lot easier than that ball of fire and that imminent need to chill. For that reason, and nostalgia, of course, the Retro Pic
- [In Memoriam: Fair Haven- and Rumson-Raised RFH '78 Grad, Pattie Leutz Lyons, 66](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-fair-haven-and-rumson-raised-rfh-78-grad-pattie-leutz-lyons-66/) - Fair Haven and Rumson-raised Rumson-Fair Haven Regional High School (RFH) Class of 1978 graduate, avid volunteer, rugby enthusiast, wife, mom and "friend to all," Pattie Leutz Lyons, "passed from this life peacefully on June 14 at home and surrounded by the family she loved with all her being." She was 66. Pattie was born in
- [Retro Fair Haven Day with Iconic Fair Havenites](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-fair-haven-day-with-iconic-fair-havenites/) - It's time for the new Fair Haven Day tradition for the 14th time, well, 13th, if you discount the pandemic year. An in its 14th year, Fair Haven Day will celebrate America's 250 in tandem at the usual place, Fair Haven Fields, on Saturday. Fair Haven Day was borne out of the 2012 Fair Haven
- [DWI Checkpoint Set for Friday Night](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/dwi-checkpoint-set-for-friday-night-9/) - Summer is coming and so are DWI checkpoints to kick off the weekend. On Friday, June 12 ... The Monmouth County DWI Task Force will be conducting a DWI checkpoint from 8 p.m. to midnight in Neptune Township. The checkpoint details ... Starting at 8 p.m., at 3701 Route 33, within the Jumping Brook Shopping
- [In Memoriam: Longtime Red Bank Resident, Popular Barber, Community Guru, Bob Lanfrank, 85.](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-longtime-red-bank-resident-popular-barber-community-guru-bob-lanfrank-85/) - Longtime Red Bank resident, barber and community guru, Robert “Bob” Lanfrank, passed away peacefully on June 7. He was 85. Born to the late Robert Alfred Lanfrank and Evelyn Lanfrank, Bob dedicated his life to his family, his community, and the profession he loved. At just 17, he began his career at Cardner’s Barber Shop
- [Retro Fair Haven 8th Grade Grads](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-fair-haven-8th-grade-grads/)
- [Rumson Police Report: DWIs](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/rumson-police-report-dwis/) - The following May arrests were reported by Rumson police. An arrest does not constitute a conviction. Arrests • Konstantin Natsis, 62, of Rumson, was arrested in the area of Bingham Avenue and Bingham Hill Circle on May 16 and charged with driving while intoxicated (DWI) by Sgt. Michael Berger. • Shawn Ryan, 56, of California,
- [Environmental FYI: Monmouth U, Surfrider Foundation Partner to Expand Ocean Water Quality Monitoring](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/environmental-fyi-monmouth-u-surfrider-foundation-partner-to-expand-ocean-water-quality-monitoring/) - Monmouth University will serve as the newest partner in the Surfrider Foundation’s Blue Water Task Force (BWTF), a nationwide network dedicated to monitoring water quality at public beaches. Through the agreement, signed on June 5 in advance of today’s World Oceans Day celebration, Monmouth will fill an important gap in the BWTF’s East Coast coverage and augment
- [Retro RFH Buds and Bridge Messaging](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rfh-buddies-bridge/) - There's nothing like a best buddy — or a few best buds. There was also nothing like the combination of best friends and the iconic bridge that was a leftover statue or cement billboard of sorts from the McCarter estate in Rumson. So, to pay tribute to both buds and the bridge, the Retro Pic
- [Focus: Ending Ruth Blaser's Love Story in Her Fair Haven](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/focus-ending-ruth-blasers-love-story-in-her-fair-haven/) - Once upon a time, a gladly landed in a little peninsula borough in New Jersey called Fair Haven. The fashion plate of a fly raised her four boys as a single divorcee, as they called it back then, clipping hedges in hot pants in front of her "5-2-3 River Road" (as she said it) home,
- [Prosecutor: 32-Year-Old Man Convicted of Ex-Girlfriend's 2022 Murder](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-32-year-old-man-convicted-of-ex-girlfriends-2022-murder/) - A 32-year-old man has been convicted of the 2022 murder of his ex-girlfriend, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Friday. Following a trial that began early last week before Monmouth County Superior Court Judge Jill G. O’Malley, a jury deliberated over two days before finding Jordan J. Vilcatoma-Correjo, of Edison, guilty of first-degree
- [Retro Cool River Rat Daze](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-little-river-rats/)
- [In Memoriam: Monmouth U, Brookdale, Georgian Court Professor Jerry Cook, 85](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-monmouth-u-brookdale-georgian-court-professor-jerry-cook-85/) - Longtime literature, writing and film appreciation professor, Jerry Cook, passed away peacefully on May 28. He was 85. Gerald was known by many names: Cookie to his closest family; Wawa to his loving nephews Robert and Stephen Cook; Uncle Jerry to his many nieces, nephews, and grandnephews; and Jerry to his friends. "But the name
- [In Memoriam: Former Longtime Rumsonite, Barbara Gabriel, of Monmouth Beach, 92](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-former-longtime-rumsonite-barbara-gabriel-of-monmouth-beach-92/) - Former longtime Rumsonite, Barbara A. Gabriel, more recently of Monmouth Beach, passed away peacefully on Monday, June 1, at Complete Care in Shrewsbury. She was 92. Barbara was born in Perth Amboy to John and Olga (Schaker) Demcoe. She and her late husband Frank raised their children in Rumson, before moving to the Admiralty in
- [Retro RFH Boys on Track](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rfh-boys-on-track/) - You could say this bunch of RFH boys was on track for success ... and some fun along the way. Note: The poser with running shoes for eyes. The shoes have eyes? Or the eyes have shoes? Which came first?
- [In Memoriam: Longtime Rumsonite, Bunny Resley Harrison, 78](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-longtime-rumsonite-bunny-resley-harrison-78/) - Longtime Rumsonite, Bonita "Bunny" Kay Resley Harrison, passed peacefully from glioblastoma, surrounded by family and friends, at her Rumson home on Sycamore Lane on May 30. She was 78. Born in Hagerstown, MD on April 3, 1948, Bunny was the daughter of Floyd Robert and Barbara Isabelle Jones Resley, both of whom predeceased her. Bunny
- [A Revival: Holy Cross Church](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/expanding-holy-cross-church/) - By Elaine Van Develde When it comes to Holy Cross Church in Rumson, you could say it's a case of that old Peter Allen song, Everything Old is New Again — and, maybe, vice versa. The long-anticipated, beleaguered church restoration/expansion project broke ground in the spring of 2013. When portions at the rear of the 1885
- [Police Report: Burglary, Theft, Aggravated Assault, Weapons, Terroristic Threats, Defiant Trespass, DWIs](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/police-report-burglary-theft-aggravated-assault-weapons-terroristic-threats-defiant-trespass-dwis/) - The following April criminal incidents and arrests were reported by Red Bank police. An arrest does not constitute a conviction. Criminal Incidents • An incident of criminal mischief to a motor vehicle in the area of W. Bergen Place was reported on April 26. The vehicle's owner reported damage, valued at $50, to the driver’s
- [Ruth Blaser's Fair Haven Mic Drop: Soaring with the Principles of an Iconic Dragon Gadfly](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/ruth-blasers-fair-haven-mic-drop-soaring-with-the-principles-of-an-iconic-dragon-gadfly/) - We are gathered here today ... in gratitude for a Fair Haven gadfly. Mic drop. Gadfly. It's a caricature of those governing body meeting regulars, the characters who persists in challenging authority or the status quo, holding officials accountable, prompting change or even self-reflection. Gadfly. It's not the true menace it sounds like. In fact,
- [Prosecutor: Accident Kills Pedestrian and Injures Child Carried by Him](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-accident-kills-pedestrian-and-injures-child-carried-by-him/) - A Saturday night accident that resulted in the death of a male pedestrian the child he was carrying is under investigation, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Sunday. On Saturday, May 30, at 9:16 p.m., in Aberdeen, police responded to the intersection of Route 35 and Cliffwood Avenue on a report of a
- [Prosecutor: Early Sunday Shooting Incident Under Investigation](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-early-sunday-shooting-incident-under-investigation/) - An investigation is underway into a shooting incident that occurred early this morning that left one victim injured, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Sunday. At approximately 12:05 a.m., in Howell, police responded to a 911 call for a shooting incident on the 200 block of Alexander Avenue. Upon arrival, police found an
- [Fair Haven Meeting Notes & Quotes](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/fair-haven-meeting-notes-quotes-2/) - Monday's Fair Haven Borough Council meeting was a workshop meeting. In workshop meetings, things are what they sound like. The governing body "workshops" issues. They mull ideas and prospective solutions. We will say "mull" to go with the fall season, like spiced cider. And, just like that, things can get spicy at council meetings. But A round-up of news nuggets and informational tidbits about beauty, prized haunts, events, trees and brush and the Quote of the Meeting from Monday's Fair Haven Borough Council workshop meeting.
- [Public Fishes for Reason Native Fair Havenite Tossed from Volunteer Spot](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/public-fishes-for-reason-native-fair-havenite-tossed-from-volunteer-spot/) - Fair Haven residents and beyond are still fishing for an answer to what they see as a rogue wave of a Fair Haven governing body decision to knock a volunteer out of a regional committee, of his own resurrection, designed to protect the Navesink River. What was dubbed an unprecedented "slap in the face" turned What transpired regarding the revocation of volunteer Brian Rice's position on the regional Navesink River Municipalities Committee before, during and after Monday's Fair Haven Borough Council meeting. And a Tuesday reconciliation and clarification between Rice and the mayor on the issue.
- [In Memoriam: Longtime Rumsonite, Educator, Former Oceanic Fire Co. Chief, Charley Shay Sr., 85](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-longtime-rumsonite-educator-former-oceanic-fire-co-chief-charley-shay-sr-85/) - Longtime Rumsonite, educator, former Oceanic Fire Company chief, Charley Shay Sr., passed away peacefully at home on April 15, surrounded by family. Born on Jan. 6,1941 at Monmouth Medical Center, after a short drive up Ocean Avenue, Charley’s many years were spent in Rumson. Charley is survived by: his wife, Ann Marie; his son, Charles
- [Prosecutor: Area Man Charged with Wife's Murder](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-area-man-charged-with-wifes-murder/) - An area man has been charged with the murder of his wife in their home, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Friday. Michael A. Kless, 67, has been charged with first-degree murder, fourth-degree unlawful possession of a weapon (barbell), and third-degree possession of a weapon for an unlawful purpose stemming from a Wednesday
- [Retro RFHer's Spring Day Tripping](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rfh-spring-lunch/)
- [In Memoriam: Red Bank Resident Don Hebert,](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-red-bank-resident-don-hebert/) - Red Bank resident Donald Hebert passed away on May 21, surrounded by family and friends that he loved so dearly. He was 82. Don was born in Newark, NJ to Albert and Hilda (Renner) Hebert. He proudly served in the U.S. Marine Corps, graduated from Rutgers University and had a many decades-long career at Public
- [Old News: RFH Hollywood-Style Prom Glamming](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/old-news-rfh-hollywood-style-prom-glamming/) - The RFH Senior Prom was Friday and people are still talking about it and its stylings — or writing about it on social media. The photos of prom ways of 2024 gave fossils of RFH yesteryear proms something to talk about — in their vintage minds, anyway.
- [In Memoriam: Former Longtime Rumsonite, Tilda O'Connor, 88](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-former-longtime-rumsonite-tilda-oconnor-88/) - Former longtime Rumsonite, Mathilda "Tilda" Donahue O’Connor, passed away peacefully on May 11, 2026, in Arlington, VA, surrounded by the family she spent her lifetime nurturing. She was 88. She loved sports and competition. Her lifelong love for the New York Yankees began in 1947, inspired by her favorite uncle, Alec. As a young girl,
- [In Memoriam: Red Bank Resident, John Watson](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-red-bank-resident-john-watson/) - Red Bank resident, John Watson, passed away peacefully on May 22, following a courageous battle with Parkinson’s disease. Born to the late Ralph and Constance Watson, John grew up in Oceanside, Long Island, NY, where his lifelong gift for connection was already apparent. In his high school yearbook, it was beautifully noted that John "would
- [Prosecutor: Scooter Driver Killed in Crash; Investigation Ensues](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-scooter-driver-killed-in-crash-investigation-ensues/) - An accident that killed a scooter driver is under investigation, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Tuesday. On Monday, May 25, at approximately 5:50 p.m., Wall Township police responded to the intersection of Route 35 and Belmar Boulevard on a report of a vehicle-versus-scooter crash. A preliminary investigation revealed that a female driver
- [In Memoriam: Rumson-Raised Fair Havenite and Longtime Teacher, Marjorie Abson, 82](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-rumson-raised-fair-havenite-and-longtime-teacher-marjorie-abson-82/) - Rumson-raised Fair Havenite and longtime Rumson Country Day and Knollwood School teacher, Marjorie Anne "Grammy" Gibson Abson, passed away on May 19 in Neptune. She was 82. Born on Sept. 9, 1943, in Summit, to Royal H. Gibson Sr. and Anne Jacoby Gibson, Marjorie cultivated a lifelong love of learning and community. She is survived
- [Retro RFH Pre-Prom Fun](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rfh-pre-prom-fun/) - A reprise originally posted in June of 2019 just because ... it's prom season! It's half past RFH Senior Prom time. And we know that some prom traditions have been upheld through generations while others have not — and sometimes that's a good thing, depending on the trend. One thing's for sure, though, and that's
- [Prosecutor: Area Teen Charged with Vehicular Homicide in Pedestrian Accident](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-area-teen-charged-with-vehicular-homicide-in-pedestrian-accident/) - An area teen has been charged with vehicular homicide and related charges in connection with the death of a male pedestrian earlier this month, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Saturday. Jennifer Perez-Martinez, 19, of Long Branch, has been charged with first-degree vehicular homicide and second-degree leaving the scene of an accident resulting
- [Retro Rumson Eighth Graders' Memorial Day](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rumson-eighth-graders-memorial-day/) - It's set to be a Memorial Day of the traditional kind in the Rumson-Fair Haven area — rain be damned. The day will be kicked off by parades in Rumson and Fair Haven and solemn services at Victory and Memorial parks, bringing people in the communities together to remember. Groups, standing shoulder-to-shoulder, honoring those who
- [Retro Good Fair Haven Summertime Grilling](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-good-fair-haven-grilling/) - Well, there's nothing like a good Memorial Day grilling. And there's also nothing like getting your kid to flip those burgers and tend to the grill like a serious party master — like this barbecue scene back from 1974 in Fair Haven.
- [Retro Fair Haven Folk Singers' Americana Parading](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-fair-haven-folk-singers-song-of-simple-joy/) - Sing it! Row that boat ashore, Michael, Mary, Karen, Lynn, and whoever else has an oar. And, whatever you do, don't rain on their parade! You couldn't if you tried. Back in the early 1970s, nothing stopped the Fair Haven Folk Singers from strumming, singing and parading — not even the threat of more dreaded
- [In Memoriam: Red Bank Native, 50-Year Fireman, Bob Talerico, 85](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-red-bank-native-50-year-fireman-bob-talerico-85/) - Red Bank native, longtime Red Bank Fire Department member and Red Bank High School graduate, Robert Talerico, passed peacefully on May 18 surrounded by his loving family. He was 85. Robert was born on Sept. 6,1940 at his family home in Red Bank, delivered by his aunt, who was a midwife. He was the son
- [Prosecutor: Area Man Gets Life Plus 16 Years in Family Murder](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-area-man-gets-life-plus-16-years-in-family-murder/) - The brother of an area man who was found dead along with his wife and two children in November of 2018 has been sentenced to four consecutive life sentences plus 16 years without the possibility of parole for the family's murder, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Tuesday. Paul J. Caneiro, 59, of
- [In Memoriam: Red Bank Native, RBC '56 Grad, Assistant to Rumson Dentist, Nancy Hickey, 87](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-red-bank-native-rbc-56-grad-assistant-to-rumson-dentist-nancy-hickey-87/) - Red Bank native, Red Bank Catholic High School graduate and former dental assistant to Rumson's Dr. Louis Mellaci, Nancy Hickey, of Tinton Falls, passed away peacefully on Saturday, May 16. She was 87. Nancy is pre-deceased by: her sister, Barbara Moffett; and her brother, Frank Wise. She is survived by: her beloved husband of 56 years,
- [In Memoriam: Longtime Rumsonite, Pioneer of Monmouth County Library System, Renee 'Bozzi' Becker Swartz,91](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-longtime-rumsonite-pioneer-of-monmouth-county-library-system-renee-bozzi-becker-swartz91/) - "Mom, Gigi, Bozzi — you gave ALL of us wings to fly: to be the best we could be; to make the world a better place; that nothing was too hard for us; to love and be dedicated to our families. We love you." ~ Addie Swartz Longtime Rumsonite, Renée "Bozzi" Becker Swartz, beloved mother,
- [Retro Happy Road Trippin' RFH Campers](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-four-happy-rfh-campers-a-tradition/) - Road trip, happy campers! Yes, when the spring air hits, a fever spikes to pack it in and get away by going back in time with old buddies. The RFH Class of '78 guys in this crew have been friends forever. Decades ago, they started their own little inner circle tradition of taking an annual
- [In Memoriam: Longtime Rumsonite, Dory Reagan, 95](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-longtime-rumsonite-dory-reagan-95/) - Longtime Rumsonite, Dolores "Dory" Federkeil Reagan, passed away peacefully at Arbor Terrace on Thursday, May 14. She was 95. Born in Bayonne to William and Marie Federkeil, Dory grew up in Elizabeth and was a 1948 graduate of Battin High School. She worked for Prudential Insurance for three years, then married the love of her
- [Scene Around: A Fair Haven Sanctuary Rededication for the Birds](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/scene-around-a-fair-haven-sanctuary-rededication-for-the-birds/) - It's for the birds — and area nature lovers. The Harding Bird Sanctuary in Fair Haven was rededicated on its 70th anniversary of existence on Saturday. The rededication came with some additions for the birds and bats as well as landscape beautification, officials said in a released statement. In honor of Fair Haven Garden Club members
- [In Memoriam: Former Longtime Sea Bright Resident and Teacher, Rosemary Walters, 90](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-former-longtime-sea-bright-resident-and-teacher-rosemary-walters-90/) - Former longtime Sea Bright resident and teacher, Rosemary Louise Walters, of Monmouth Beach, passed away peacefully at home on the morning of May 4 with her trusted aide, Annette Ramsey, and close friend and assistant, Tracy Thompson, by her side. She was 90. Born on June 20, 1935 in White Plains, NY, to James Edward
- [Scene Around: Rumson, Fair Haven Cops Ride for Those Who Died](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/scene-around-rumson-fair-haven-cops-ride-for-those-who-died/) - They're riding for those who died. Thursday marked the start of the Police Unity Tour. The tour, trumpeting the motto, "We Ride for Those Who Died," takes hundreds of current and retired police officers from all over New Jersey on a bicycle ride to the National Law Enforcement Memorial in Washington DC in honor of
- [Focus: An RFH PAS Final Bow](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/focus-an-rfh-pas-final-bow/) - It was no performance. When Rumson-Fair Haven Regional High School Performing Arts (PAS) seniors got together for a banquet recently, it was more like a very real final bow to one another for a bittersweet goodbye flush with impromptu performance and love of the arts and one another. You didn't have to be there to
- [Retro River Cruise into Sunny Daze](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-river-cruise-into-summer-daze/) - Call it a boatload of waterborne sunshine. On the cusp of the unofficial start of summer in less than two weeks, thoughts turn to sunny cruising on the Navesink River. The sunny part covers both weather and spirit, as nothing is as good for the Rumson-Fair Haven area kid's soul as a little river time.
- [Prosecutor: Former Cop Gets 17 Years for 2021 Vehicular Homicide, DUI](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-former-cop-gets-17-years-for-2021-vehicular-homicide-dui/) - A former police officer has been sentenced to 17 years in state prison on vehicular homicide charges stemming from a fatal motor vehicle collision that killed a husband and wife in 2021, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Thursday. John P. McClave III, of Toms River, a former Hillside (Union County) police officer,
- [Remembering 50-Year Fair Havenite Annette Allen with a Smile Back](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/remembering-50-year-fair-havenite-annette-allen-with-a-smile-back/)
- [Scene Around: RFH Senior Pre-Prom Stylin'](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/scene-around-rfh-senior-pre-prom-stylin/) - A look at the pre-prom experience for RFH Senior Prom goers.
- [Focus: Rumson Country Clubbing for the Non-Profit Stephy's Place Cause](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/focus-rumson-country-clubbing-for-the-non-profit-stephys-place-cause/)
- [In Memoriam: Fair Haven-Raised RFH '72 Grad, Former Policeman, Fireman, Mike Raleigh, 72](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-fair-haven-raised-rfh-72-grad-former-policeman-fireman-mike-raleigh-72/) - Fair Haven-raised Rumson-Fair Haven Regional High School (RFH) graduate and former borough policeman and fireman, Mike Raleigh, passed away after a battle with cancer on May 11 in Stuart, FL, where he had been more recently living. He was 72. Born on Feb. 1, 1954 to Maurice and Blanche Raleigh, who predeceased him, Mike grew
- [In Memoriam: Red Bank Resident Mary Zemann, 69](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-red-bank-resident-mary-zemann-69/) - Red Bank resident Mary Zemann passed away on May 5. She was 69. Born Mary Belmonte in South Amboy, Mary most recently lived in Red Bank. She was a graduate of St. Mary’s High School in South Amboy and Caldwell College in Caldwell. Mary is predeceased by: her parents, Joseph and Mary Claire Belmonte; and
- [Retro Rumson Police Line-Up](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rumson-police-line-up/) - We know it's National Police Week. It was kicked off with the annual Police Unity Tour culminating in Washington D.C.. Rumson Police Sgt. Bryan Dougherty has always been a regular on the ride. With the chief's accomplishment and service in mind, the Retro Pic of the Day honors the Rumson Police Department with a glimpse back
- [Retro Fair Haven Police Line-Up](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-fair-haven-police-line-up/) - In recognition of National Police Week, we are reposting this Retro Pic of the Day of Fair Haven police ... It's National Police Week, so it's only fitting that we take a look back at the Fair Haven Police Department. This look goes back to 2001. It features some officers who have since retired, some
- [Sailing into River Rats Season: The FYI on Classes & Open House](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/sailing-into-river-rats-season-the-fyi-on-classes-open-house/) - Rats! It's something that might be said if taking the plunge into a longtime classic summer ritual of learning to sail and belonging to The Fair Haven River Rats — that 70-year-old non-profit educational sailing organization on the Navesink River — is missed. So, the Rats are advising all in the area on specifically what's
- [Rumson Police Report: Joyriding, Jailed for Driving While Suspended, Contempt](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/rumson-police-report-joyriding-jailed-for-driving-while-suspended-contempt/) - The following April arrests were reported by Rumson police. An arrest does not constitute a conviction. Panagioti Kardasis, 44, of Hackensack, was arrested at Rumson Municipal Court on April 9 and charged with driving while suspended by Patrolman Donald Morse. Kardasis was taken to the Monmouth County Correctional Institution. Jonah Snell, 29, of Red Bank,
- [Remembering R-FH Area Mamas' Legacies](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/remembering-the-legacy-of-some-mamas-of-the-rumson-fair-haven-area/) - It's Mother's Day weekend. And, we at Rumson-Fair Haven Retrospect are thinking, the day should not just be one in which kids dutifully pay attention to the woman who pretty much, well, twisted her heart up and spit it out to ride a Big Wheel at 100 miles per hour with no helmet. OK, so that was
- [Retro Fair Haven Baseball Giants](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-fair-haven-baseball-giants/) - Little league is in full swing, but there are no Giants. Back in the late 60s or early 70s, there was a whole team full. That team was led by forever Fair Havenite Bill Lang, who was laid to rest back in 2021. He was a giant of a personality and volunteer for all things
- [In Memoriam: Rumson-Raised Longtime Fair Havenite, Teddy Bowers Clifford, 79](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-rumson-raised-longtime-fair-havenite-teddy-bowers-clifford-79/) - "She was a woman of remarkable warmth, wit, and grace, whose curiosity about the world and genuine interest in the people around her left a lasting impression on all who knew her." Rumson-raised longtime Fair Havenite, beloved wife, mother and friend, Theodora “Teddy” Bowers Clifford, passed away peacefully on May 5, at Riverview Medical Center,
- [Retro RFH Sunny Daze Stoop Squatters](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rfh-sunny-daze-stoop-dwelling/) - Let the sun shine! Bring it back! There have been some sun shiny spring days lately; but, today is an exception. The sun will return by Friday, though, because spring has really sprung. And back in the 1970s at RFH, busting out of the hallowed halls was the thing to do when the fiery orb
- [Police Report: DUIs, Disorderly Conduct](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/police-report-duis-disorderly-conduct/) - The following April arrests were reported by Sea Bright police. An arrest does not constitute a conviction. Arrests • John E. Niederer, 28, of the Belford section of Middletown, was arrested in the area of Ocean Avenue and Via Ripa on April 26 and charged with driving under the influence of alcohol/drugs (DUI), and related
- [Prosecutor: Area 19-Year-Old Facing Attempted Murder, Weapons Charges in Shooting](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-area-19-year-old-facing-attempted-murder-weapons-charges-in-shooting/) - An area teen has been charged with attempted murder and related weapons charges stemming from the Thursday shooting incident in Freehold Borough, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Tuesday. Kanye P. Faucette, 19, of Keansburgh, has been charged with first-degree attempted murder, second-degree unlawful possession of a weapon (handgun), and second-degree possession of
- [Retro RFH Baseball Tackle Time](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rfh-baseball-tackle/) - In an effort to pay homage to baseball season, these RFH baseball of a more casual kind retro pics, originally posted on April 10, 2019 are being reprised. Have you ever had a tackle strategy like this in your ball game? Isn't football the tackle sport? Well, that may be, but by the looks of
- [Retro RFH Baseball Guys & Ghouls](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rfh-ballfields-guys-ghouls/) - Forget "Play ball!" It's more like "Where's the ball?Aaaaand swing! Call it "playing the field incognito" — or something. Yes, we've explored old times, uniforms and players on the RFH baseball field and in the dugout. Yes, it's baseball season. But, one thing we've yet to look into is why there was a lone ballplayer
- [Focus: Fair Haven Police Officers' National Unity Tour Trek](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/fair-haven-police-officers-national-unity-tour-trek/) - Police officers from across the nation arrived in Washington D.C. at the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial on bicycles last week and Fair Haven Police Patrolmen John Waltz and Dwayne Reevey and former Chief Darryl Breckenridge were riding with them. It was the culmination of the annual Police Unity Tour to benefit the National Law Enforcement
- [Focus: America 250 Tea Time in Fair Haven](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/focus-america-250-tea-time-in-fair-haven/) - It was tea time on Sunday in Fair Haven. Rather than a day of rest, the day was full of America 250 festivity at the Smart Start Preschool venue with a good, old-fashioned tea party. Fancy that! The patriotic dress-up-and-play party was replete with: tea, of course, in a 250th Anniversary blend, hat-festooned ladies who
- [In Memoriam: Longtime Little Silver Resident, Bill Lunz, 86](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-longtime-little-silver-resident-bill-lunz-86/) - Longtime Little Silver resident, William W. “Bill” Lunz, passed away on April 29, at Riverview Medical Center. He was 86. Bill was born on Jan. 20, 1940, in Newark — well on his way to the life he loved most: outdoors, near the water, and with a fishing pole never too far away. He was
- [Old News: Springing into the May Pole Dance](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/old-news-springing-into-the-may-pole-dance/) - It's May Day! And, back in the day, there was a dance for that — around a May Pole. It's something that's rarely seen these days, if at all. But, while memories of May Pole dances in Rumson and Fair Haven haven't surfaced, such pagan holiday dances were a yesteryear tradition in Sea Bright when
- [Prosecutor: Afternoon Area Shooting Under Investigation](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-afternoon-area-shooting-under-investigation/) - From the Monmouth County Prosecutor's Office ... Members of the MCPO Major Crimes Bureau and the Freehold Borough Police Department are actively investigating the shooting of an adult male that took place on East Main Street between South and Center streets this afternoon. This is believed to have been an isolated incident, with no known
- [In Memoriam: Former Longtime Fair Havenite, Area Builder, Cliff Shaw Sr., 88](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-former-longtime-fair-havenite-area-builder-cliff-shaw-sr-88/) - Former longtime Fair Havenite and area builder, Clifford "Cliff" Malcolm Shaw Sr., passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, April 25. He was 88. "A man of strength, integrity, and deep devotion to his family, Cliff lived a full and meaningful life defined by hard work, generosity, and unwavering love." Born on Jan. 3, 1938,
- [Fate of Former Fair Haven Sunoco?](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/fate-of-former-fair-haven-sunoco/) - By Elaine Van Develde It's official. Fair Haven is down to one gas station in town. As locals have long speculated what will replace the nearly three-year shuttered former Fair Haven Sunoco at the corner of River Road and Cedar Avenue, equipment has been digging into the tarred lot, fenced-in lot and officials have only
- [St. George's-by-the-River Goes to the Dogs ... and a Hamster](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/st-georges-by-the-river-goes-to-the-dogs-and-a-hamster/) - You could say that the Saturday's pet-friendly church service at Rumson's St. George's-by-the River Episcopal Church was a howling — perhaps hamster-ease squeaking — success. It wasn't "ruff" to see that the estimated 35 or so dogs and one hamster (aptly named Hamstee) enjoyed the first of now monthly bring-your-pet worship time. There was a lot
- [Day is Done: Sunset for Patrolman Henne](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/day-is-done-sunset-for-patrolman-henne/) - After being posthumously promoted from Fair Haven Police Department Special Officer Class II to Patrolman at his wake on Friday night, the final radio call for Robert J. Henne, badge # 37, was made. And his new badge number was retired. The patrolman was laid to rest on Saturday. The sunset that chilly night at the Fair Haven
- [Nightfall: A Fair Haven in Mourning](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/nightfall-a-fair-haven-in-mourning/) - Rest in peace, Fair Haven Police Special Officer Class II Robert J. Henne ... "Our world will never be the same without him. Heaven has another angel to look over us ..." — Audrey Murphy Henne — Photos/Elaine Van Develde
- [Fire: Rumson VNA Show House Up in Smoke](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/fire-rumson-vna-show-house-up-in-smoke/) - The historic Rumson mansion known as Blithewald was all set for a Saturday Gatsby-themed gala to kick-off its month-long feature as the Visiting Nurse Association's (VNA) fifth Stately Homes by-the-Sea Designer Show House — until a fire ravaged it. The 19th century home to the Widener family, at 76 Buena Vista Ave., went up in flames on the upper floors and
- [Flavour Festival Fun](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/flavour-festival-fun-2/) - The sun was out on Sunday and so were plenty of people — at Red Bank's International Flavour Festival. There were craft and food booths galore and plenty of music. Take a look at our photo gallery for a glimpse into the day. Enjoy!
- [Retro Ode to Fair Haven Firemen](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-ode-to-fair-haven-firemen/) - Firefighters from several area municipalities swarmed to the scene of Monday's fire at the historic Blithewald mansion in Rumson. All are volunteers. The fire took roughly six hours to quell at the hands of hundreds of area firemen. Yesterday, we took a look back at the 2015 Rumson Reorganization and its firemen at the ceremony. Today,
- [Retro RFH Baseball Dugout Homerun](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-focus-on-rfh-baseball/) - Play ball! Well, spring has arrived and RFH Baseball season has begun. And RFH players are set for a home run of a season, as usual. So, in honor of the start of the season, here's a reprise look back dto baseball times and familiar faces at RFH in the 1970s. This Retro Pic of
- [In Memoriam: Longtime Rumsonite, Former Rumson Beauty Salon Hairdresser, Carmela Mastria, 99](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-longtime-rumsonite-former-rumson-beauty-salon-hairdresser-carmela-mastria-99/) - Longtime Rumsonite and former Rumson Beauty Salon hairdresser, Carmela "Camille" Mastria, passed away peacefully in her home on Saturday, April 25. She was 99. Born in Sant’ Andrea, Calabria, Italy, Carmela moved to Red Bank in 1934, when she was 6 years old, with her family to seek a better life in America. After graduating
- [In Memoriam: Monmouth Beach-Raised, Eric Pegosh Jr., 44](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-monmouth-beach-raised-eric-pegosh-jr-44/) - Monmouth Beach-raised Eric Donald Pegosh Jr., of Atlantic Highlands, passed away on April 22. He was 44. Born July 29, 1981 in Long Branch NJ to Eric Donald Pegosh, Sr and Nadine Ann Pegosh. Eric grew up in Monmouth Beach and graduated from Monmouth Beach Elementary School and Shore Regional High School. Eric worked for
- [Retro RFH Spring Fever Frolicking](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rfh-spring-fever-frolicking/)
- [Scene Around: A Polished RFH Grad and a Monumental Fair Haven Preservation Task](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/scene-around-a-polished-rfh-grad-and-a-monumental-fair-haven-preservation-task/) - They're polished, alright — RFH Class of '78 grad Doug DiStefano and his monument subject, that is. DiStefano, of Monument Conservation Partners, has been seen around the towns, and out of the towns, doing some preservation of monuments that have been in need of a bit of sprucing up to bring out the best in
- [In Memoriam: Former Little Silver Resident and Restaurateur, Brian Daneman, 65](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-former-little-silver-resident-and-restaurateur-brian-daneman-65/) - “To everything there is a season, and a time to every purpose under heaven.” — Ecclesiastes 3:1 Former Little Silver resident, Brian Paul Daneman, passed away on April 20. He was 65. Born in Brockton, MA, Brian grew up in the Lincroft section of Middletown and graduated from Middletown High School South. in addition to
- [In Memoriam: Fair Havenite Ann Tickner Jankowski](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-fair-havenite-ann-tickner-jankowski/) - Fair Havenite Ann Tickner Jankowski passed away peacefully at her home, surrounded by loved ones, on April 19. Ann grew up in Bay Head and Mantoloking and was a true “Jersey Girl.” She gradually moved up the coast, eventually settling in Fair Haven. She was a graduate of Monmouth University, earning both her B.A. and
- [Retro TGIF Fair Haven Sleepover](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-tgif-fair-haven-sleepover/) - If there was ever a perfect night for a classic pre-teen sleepover, tonight might just be the night. It's all about kid spring fever and celebrating the season with a little help from friends. In the early 1970s, those girls' night sleepovers were all the rage. And this snapshot back to one at the Fair
- [Police Report: Aggravated Assault, Serious Bodily Injury Threat, Weapons Possession](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/police-report-aggravated-assault-serious-bodily-injury-threat-weapons-possession/) - The following March arrests were reported by Little Silver police. An arrest does not constitute a conviction. Arrests • Jaque Coleman, 25, of Long Branch, was arrested at Little Silver Police Department on March 14 on a summons and charged with simple assault and threat of serious bodily injury by physical menace. • Charles Colon,
- [Retro RFH Prom Dress & Tradition](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rfh-prom-dress-tradition/) - Well, it was junior prom night for RFHers last week. And, to take a look at the social media photos floating around out there is to know that the times sure have changed, starting with the prom look. The dresses. The hair. The after-prom events. Dresses first. We thought we were pretty cool with our
- [Retro RFH Prom Posers](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rfh-prom-posers/) - A reprise, originally posted on June 10, 2021, to honor the best of RFH prom times during prom season ... The colors were deeper, the hair was higher and hemlines, too. The top song was George Michael's Faith. The year was 1988 and the pre-prom scene for RFHers was the same, yet different.
- [Celebrating Frankie's Fair Haven Legacy of Luck and Smiles](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/celebrating-frankies-fair-haven-legacy-of-luck-and-smiles/) - I could still see him. I believe everyone could. He was standing right up front in the far corner of the packed room. He could see it all from there. And, boy, was he smiling. Head tilted back a bit, to take it all in as best he could, his iconic smile spoke a thousand
- [In Memoriam: Longtime Fair Havenite, Bill Mieth Jr., 83](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-longtime-fair-havenite-bill-mieth-jr-83/) - Longtime Fair Havenite and 32-year Fair Haven Fire Department social member, William F. “Bill” Mieth Jr., passed away peacefully with his family by his side on April 16. He was 83. A 38-year Fair Haven resident, Bill was born in New York City to William F. Mieth, Sr. and Jean (Yorey) Mieth. Bill was predeceased
- [Focus: Liberty Tree Takes Root in Fair Haven](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/focus-liberty-tree-takes-root-in-fair-haven/) - “I am well aware of the toil and blood and treasure, that it will cost us to maintain this Declaration, and support and defend these states. Yet through all the gloom, I can see the rays of ravishing light and glory. I can see that the end is worth more than all the means; and
- [Focus: Locals' Summer Boat Ride Rumson Island Style](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/focus-locals-summer-boat-ride-rumson-island-style/) - Call it just another local's summer boat ride. It's the scalding sun before the storm on the Shrewsbury River. The scene ... It's peaceful. It's mighty scenic. It's iconic. It's reminiscent of all that soothes and is local — like good times and on and around Rumson's Gunning Island and the Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge. It's
- [Focus: Relishing a Summery Fall Day on the River in Rumson](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/focus-relishing-summery-fall-day-river-rumson/) - There's nothing quite like a sun-kissed morning down by the river between a child and a loved one, sand between the toes, water lapping, soaking up the serenity, exploring the Navesink. That was the scene recently in Rumson at Victory Park. Take a look ... (and don't forget to click to enlarge!) — Elaine Van
- [RFH PAS Takes Final Bow for the Year at Banquet](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/rfh-pas-takes-final-bow-for-the-year-at-banquet/) - Another closing, another bow for the year ... Rumson-Fair Haven Regional High School (RFH) Performing Arts Society (PAS) students have had a usual busy year. There have been concerts, marching and coffee houses for jazz, concert and band musicians as well as Tower Singers. There have been shows — Matilda and Nutcracker — for Tower
- [Focus: An RFH Class of 2025 Graduation Snapshot](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/focus-an-rfh-class-of-2025-graduation-snapshot/) - They did it. They walked the walk. They flipped the tassels. They tossed the caps. The seniors of the Rumson-Fair Haven Regional High School (RFH) Class of 2025 graduated last night. In a now traditional commencement ceremony at Monmouth University, the graduates, flanked by families and friends, did the Pomp and Circumstance walk, heard those
- [Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge Travel, Construction Advisory](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/rumson-sea-bright-bridge-travel-construction-tides-advisory-8/) - Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge replacement activity is on its status quo construction hours schedule, from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. through Friday, weather permitting, with a schedule of the new bridge span openings in effect. The precise construction that is scheduled is listed below. Shrewsbury River travel advisory information is also included. On the Shrewsbury River
- [The R-FH Area July 4th Weekend: Fireworks, 'The Prom' and a Run](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/the-r-fh-area-july-4th-weekend-fireworks-the-prom-and-a-run/) - The boom of July 4th festivities is set to ignite some fun in the Rumson-Fair Haven area. Starting on Thursday night, tonight, the area skies will be flush with fireworks. If you're on the Navesink River or near, you'll be able to see the Hackensack Meridian Riverview Medical Center Foundation's fireworks display coming from the It's what's going on this holiday weekend in the Rumson-Fair Haven area
- [Focus: Rumson River Walk Into Sunny Fall Daze](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/focus-rumson-river-walk-into-sunny-fall-daze/) - Sometimes the soul just needs a little river walk on a sunny day. Soaking it all up in Rumson can be a cure-all. Solitary, accompanied by some critters of the water or just the waterscape's company, walking into it is a hug from heaven. Walk along and breathe in all in, knowing that some sunny
- [R-FH Area Friday: Buoy Tree, RFH Grads' Book Signing, Holiday Stroll and Santa](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/r-fh-area-friday-buoy-tree-rfh-grads-book-signing-holiday-stroll-and-santa/) - Friday night promises to be a festive holiday night in Fair Haven. It all starts at 5:30 p.m. with the annual tradition of Santa coming to town, or, rather, getting a ride down the street in a fire truck to visit with the kids. Then there's the holiday stroll, replete with horse-drawn carriage rides through
- [In Memoriam: Rumson-Raised Longtime Locust Resident, Sandy Halsey, 95](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-rumson-raised-longtime-locust-resident-sandy-halsey-95/) - Rumson-raised longtime Locust resident and Sea Bright Beach Club, and Rumson Country Club member, Alexander "Sandy" Van Rensselaer Halsey passed away peacefully on March 5 in Bluffton, SC, surrounded by his children and devoted caregiver, Lisa. He was 95. Sandy was born on June 24, 1930 in New York City to Charles Day Halsey and Helen
- [Focus: Benched for River Time Warmth](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/focus-benched-for-river-time-warmth/) - Sometimes, being benched is a good thing. It's springtime and the livin' is downright summery these days. So, being benched with a Navesink River view at the Fair Haven Dock is just what the winter-weary doctor ordered for perennial river-time seekers. Sopping up this kind of sunny river time heals the hometown heart of whatever
- [In Memoriam: Former Fair Haven Sunoco Gas Station Owner, Rick Duckworth, 74](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-former-fair-haven-sunoco-gas-station-owner-rick-duckworth-74/) - Former Fair Haven Sunoco gas station owner, Richard "Rick" Duckworth, passed away peacefully on March 31 in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, surrounded by his family. He was 74. Born July 3, 1951 in Oceanport, Rick spent most of his life there. A graduate of Shore Regional High School, he started a successful landscaping business prior to
- [Retro Fair Haven Spring Swing](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-swing-into-spring/) - There's nothing quite like a spring swing. OK, so this may have been summer. The shorts tell all — sort of. But the beautiful simplicity of a plain ol' spring swing just suits a summery hot spring day like today perfectly. And what better way to celebrate swinging fully into spring with the warmth of
- [In Memoriam: Fair Haven-Raised RBR Grad, Carl Goosch, 66](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-fair-haven-raised-rbr-grad-carl-goosch-66/) - Fair Haven-raised Red Bank Regional High School (RBR) graduate, Carl Goosch, passed away on April 7. He was 66. Carl was the son of the late Ernest and Margaret Smith Goosch. Raised in Fair Haven, he graduated from RBR in 1977. Carl was employed by various companies over the years, including Globe Petroleum, Mylor HVAC
- [In Memoriam: Red Bank Resident, George Blauvelt Jr., 82](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-red-bank-resident-george-blauvelt-jr-82/) - Red Bank resident, George H. Blauvelt Jr., formerly of Brooklyn, NY, passed away on Sunday, April 12. He was 82. Born in Brooklyn to George and Sophie Blauvelt, George was one of two children. He enlisted in the U.S. Army in 1963, serving in Japan during the Vietnam War. Upon his return home, he began
- [Prosecutor: Man Charged with False Alarm, Destructive Device Possession in St. Pat's Parade Cancellation Incident](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-man-charged-with-false-alarm-destructive-device-possession-in-st-pats-parade-cancellation-incident/) - A 56-year-old man who alerted law enforcement officials to a possibly suspicious device found in Keansburg on the morning of the Borough’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade, causing the cancellation of the parade, is facing charges in connection with the incident, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Tuesday. Christopher J. Otis, of Brick, has
- [Retro Rumson Dog Daze of Spring](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rumson-dog-daze-of-spring/) - Sometimes when spring has sprung and the sun is gone for a day, you have to search doggedly for that sign that the blooms haven't gone bust. And sometimes that literally means a doggone look-out on high for any sign of the sun peering out from the clouds. Dog stay, not gone, in this case.
- [In Memoriam: Rumson-Raised RFH '88 Grad, Delia Tanger, 55](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-rumson-raised-rfh-88-grad-delia-tanger-55/) - Rumson-raised Rumson-Fair Haven Regional High School (RFH) graduate, Delia Ann Tanger, passed away on April 10 after a long illness. She was 55. Born on May 25, 1970, in Milwaukee, WI, the family later moved to Nebraska and then to Rumson following the parents’ divorce. In 1978, Marguerite, known to friends and family as Penny,
- [Prosecutor: Pedestrian Killed in Fatal Accident; Investigation Underway](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-pedestrian-killed-in-fatal-accident-investigation-underway/) - A Tuesday accident that resulted in the death of a female pedestrian is under investigation, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Friday. On Tuesday, April 7, at 10:56 p.m., in Manalapan, township police responded to area of Route 9 South in the vicinity of 355 Route 9 and Russell Court. A preliminary investigation
- [Retro RFH Boys' Spring Fever-Fueled Ride](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-spring-ride-rfh-boys/) - With temps rising this week and the sun showing its face, spring fever is spreading like wildfire. And with the little bit of warmth, thoughts turn back to a younger than springtime time for a couple of RFH boys, their bikes and that ride. Ahhhhh ... Know who they are? What are they up to? Just where are they going. How about those bikes? The cars?
- [In Memoriam: Former Pour House, Main Street USA, Sitting Duck and Grist Mill Owner, Bob Horsman, 91](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-former-pour-house-main-street-usa-sitting-duck-and-grist-mill-owner-bob-horsman-91/) - Shrewsbury resident and former longtime Pour House, Main Street USA, Sitting Duck and Grist Mill owner, Robert "Bob" Gerald Horsman, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, April 7, at his home. He was 91. Born on Nov. 16, 1934, in Long Branch, Bob was the son of William and Geraldine Horsman. He graduated from Long Branch
- [In Memoriam: Longtime Little Silver Resident, Actor, Artist, Ron Lotozo, 84](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-longtime-little-silver-resident-actor-artist-ron-lotozo-84/) - Longtime Little Silver resident, Ronald Lawrence Lotozo, passed away peacefully on April 5. He was 84. Ron will be remembered for his boundless creativity, his hearty laugh, and his wonderfully wild sense of humor. He leaves behind a legacy of love, artistry, and unforgettable stories that will continue to inspire all who knew him. That
- [Scene Around: Raising the Roof for Childhood Cancer Support in Rumson](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/scene-around-raising-the-roof-for-childhood-cancer-support-in-rumson/) - 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. Fundraisers affiliated with Childhood Cancer Society (CCS), a Monmouth County-based national 501(c)(3) nonprofit dedicated to supporting families battling pediatric cancer, gathered back in early March at Red Horse Steakhouse by
- [In Memoriam: Longtime Fair Havenite, Avid Volunteer and Community Activist, Ruth Blaser, 88](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/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. More about Ruth Blaser ... Born on Dec. 12, 1937, in Elizabeth to Ruth M. Ohlson and Leo A. Hauser, Ruth was the eldest of Ruth and
- [In Memoriam: Little Silver Resident, Nancy Gulick, 80](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/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. Born on Dec. 14, 1945 in Long Branch, Nancy was the daughter of the late Edwin R. Stanley and Ella Toner. She grew up in Middletown and
- [Retro RFHers' Blooming Spring Fling](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rfhers-blooming-spring-fling/) - You could say they got the fever — spring fever ... for a fling ... or going steady ... or something. It was the late 1970s at RFH, the sun was shining and so was a popular high school couple in the Class of '78. While it looks like a perfect spring fling kind of
- [In Memoriam: Fair Haven-Raised Rocky's Barbershop Owner, Chelly Rago, 55](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-fair-haven-raised-rockys-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
- [In Memoriam: Longtime Rumsonite, Pat McMahon, 91](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/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. Pat was born and raised in the Vailsburg section of Newark. The only daughter, she was greatly favored by her father Charles and much loved by her mother Anna. She
- [In Memoriam: Former Rumson and Fair Haven Resident, Maria Zifchak, 86](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/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. Born on Jan. 3, 1940, Maria was the beloved daughter of the late Robert Harding
- [Retro Spring Chillin' RFH Style](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-ode-to-spring-at-rfh/)
- [Rumson Police Report: DUIs, Contempt of Court](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/rumson-police-report-duis-contempt-of-court/) - The following March arrests were reported by Rumson police. An arrest does not constitute a conviction. Leslie Walsh, 53, of Rumson, was arrested in the area of Bingham Avenue and East River Road on March 25 and charged with driving under the influence of alcohol/drugs (DUI) by Patrolman Kevin Walsh. Nicolas Villadabeltran, 19, of Elizabeth,
- [Retro Fair Haven Easter Peep Hunters](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-egg-hunt-with-two-rfh-grads/)
- [Old News: The Truth About Being the Easter Bunny](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/old-news-being-the-easter-bunny/)
- [In Memoriam: Longtime Area Nurse, Volunteer, Vicki DeNoia, 75](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/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. Vicki's professional journey spanned decades of exceptional care and leadership in nursing and health care. She began her nursing career at Riverview Medical Center working
- [Prosecutor: Fatal Accident that Killed Pedestrian Under Investigation](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-fatal-accident-that-killed-pedestrian-under-investigation-3/) - A Friday accident that resulted in the death of a pedestrian is under investigation, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Wednesday. The accident details ... On Friday, March 27 at 7:18 a.m., Eatontown police responded to the area of Route 35 and the jug handle at Monmouth Mall. A preliminary investigation revealed that
- [Scene Around: Painting the Way to Spring](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/scene-around-painting-the-way-to-spring/) - With every season, there is a reason ... for a new mural to be painted on the side of Fair Haven Hardware. That season now, of course, is spring and it's enough reason for Rumson artist Jim Fitzmaurice to break out the vibrant-hued acrylics and make a creative beautification statement for all to take-in. Talk
- [In Memoriam: Longtime Monmouth Beach Resident, Barbara Borys, 93](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-longtime-monmouth-beach-resident-barbara-borys-93/) - Longtime Monmouth Beach resident, Barbara Joan Borys, passed away on Friday, March 27, after 13 years at Seabrook Village in Tinton Falls. She was 93. Born on Nov. 22, 1932, in Mt. Vernon, NY to Edward and Clara Carlson, she pursued her education at the University of Madrid and the University of Mexico. She was
- [Focus: A Locals' Summer for the Birds](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/focus-locals-summer-birds/) - It's that time of the year when the beaches are pretty barren. It's locals' summer. Perfect time for serenity and little waterfront trek. That's how it was recently on Sea Bright Public Beach — a stroll in solitude accompanied only by the birds, the sea, freshly combed sand and solace. Walk along and take in
- [In Memoriam: Longtime Fair Havenite, Mary Jane Sauer, 84](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-longtime-fair-havenite-mary-jane-sauer-84/) - Longtime Fair Havenite and "devoted mother, grandmother and great-grandmother," Mary Jane Sauer, passed away peacefully on March 25, surrounded by her loving daughters. She was 84. Born on April 25, 1941, in Jersey City, Mary Jane was the daughter of Mary Jane and Richard Brennan. She spent her early years in Jersey City before moving
- [In Memoriam: Lifetime Sea Bright Resident, Bill Rain, 70](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-lifetime-sea-bright-resident-bill-rain-70/) - Lifetime Sea Bright resident, Bill Rain, passed away. He was 70. Bill is survived by: his sister, Virginia Herman, and her husband, Robert; two nephews, Robert Herman and his wife, Jennifer, and Thomas Herman and his wife, Laurie; and three nephews and nieces, Ryan, Ella and Elijah. A celebration of life will take place on
- [In Memoriam: Longtime Red Bank Dentist, Dr. Edward Olsen, 76](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-longtime-red-bank-dentist-dr-edward-olsen-76/) - Longtime Red Bank dentist, Dr. Edward Olsen, passed away peacefully on Monday, March 23, surrounded by his loving partner and wife of 23 years, and his devoted sister. He was 76. Born on July 19,1949 in Brooklyn, NY to the late Mary Apicella and Edward Olsen Sr., Ed graduated from Belmont Abbey College, where he
- [Prosecutor: Cop Pleads Guilty to $75K Theft from PBA Coffers](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-cop-pleads-guilty-to-75k-theft-from-pba-coffers/) - A police officer has pleaded guilty to pilfering more than $75,000 from his Policeman’s Benevolent Association (PBA) Chapter, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Friday. Abraham “Jason” Gassman, 53, a former South Brunswick officer, pleaded guilty to second-degree theft during a hearing held on Thursday before Monmouth County Superior Court Judge Henry Butehorn.
- [Retro RFH Spring Bust-Out](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rfh-spring-bust-out/) - Open a new window? Old window? There's nothing quite like the feeling of busting out of the not-so-hallowed halls of RFH. And sometimes the only way to do that is to open a not-so-new window and let the sun shine in — especially if you're stuck on the third floor in what was likely a
- [In Memoriam: Longtime Rumsonite, Deane-Porter Teacher, Sue Gavin, 85](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-longtime-rumsonite-deane-porter-teacher-sue-gavin-85/) - "It is with heavy hearts we announce the death our beloved and beautiful" longtime Rumsonite and former Deane-Porter kindergarten teacher, Suzanne "Sue" Elizabeth Gavin. She passed away peacefully on March 21 at home after a long illness. She was 85. Sue was born on Sept. 10, 1940 in Jersey City, where she lived and grew
- [In Memoriam: Former Longtime Fair Havenite, Mary Lyn Cady-Bilow, 89](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-former-longtime-fair-havenite-mary-lyn-cady-bilow-89/) - Former longtime Fair Havenite, mom, wife, seamstress, actress, singer and adventurer, Mary Lyn Cady-Bilow, passed away peacefully in the company of her family on March 20. She was 89. More about Mary Lyn ... Born on June 8, 1936 in Plainfield, Mary Lyn lived most of her life in Fair Haven and Long Branch. She
- [Scene Around: Clean Ocean Action Keeps Rallying Against NESE Pipeline](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/scene-around-clean-ocean-action-keeps-rallying-against-nese-pipeline/) - A tsunami of a rally, spearheaded by Clean Ocean Action environmentalists, against the proposed methane gas pipeline 23.4 miles off the shores of the ocean took place on March 25. Many, including elected officials, environmentalists and area residents, gathered by the water they are trying to protect in Atlantic Highlands. The message, or demand, as
- [In Memoriam: Former Longtime Fair Havenite, Garden Club Member, Dianne Kavanagh, 86](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-former-longtime-fair-havenite-garden-club-member-dianne-kavanagh-86/) - Former longtime Fair Havenite Dianne Kavanagh, more recently of the Lincroft section of Middletown, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, March 14. She was 86. Born on March 18, 1939, in New York, NY, Dianne was the daughter of Perry and Audrey LeRoy. She was raised in Queens and graduated from Flushing High School
- [Retro RFH Spring Fever Frolicking](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rfh-spring-frolicking-part-ii/)
- [Alert: Sewer Pipe Break on Fair Haven River Shore](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/alert-sewer-pipe-break-on-fair-haven-river-shore/) - Stay out of the river. There's been a sewage seep. That was the advisory shared by Fair Haven Borough Administrator Chris York on Tuesday morning. Without much detail available, York sent an email to residents explaining that "a sewer pipe break was found on the beach near the Shrewsbury Yacht Club" in the borough. Sewage
- [In Memoriam: Red Bank-Raised RBC Grad, Judy Wolchak, 89](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-red-bank-raised-rbc-grad-judy-wolchak-89/) - Red Bank-raised Red Bank Catholic High School (RBC) graduate, Judy Wolchak, more recently of Shrewsbury, passed away peacefully in her sleep on March 16. She was 89. Born Judith Emily Layton on Oct. 4, 1936 in Red Bank, in addition to RBC, she attended St. James Grammar School. After graduating from RBC, she worked as
- [Prosecutor: Fatal Accident that Killed Pedestrian Under Investigation](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-fatal-accident-that-killed-pedestrian-under-investigation-2/) - An accident last week that resulted in the death of a male pedestrianis under investigation, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Tuesday. The accident details ... On Wednesday, March 18, at approximately 6:20 a.m., Matawan police responded to area of Railroad Plaza and Johnson Street. A preliminary investigation revealed that a male taxi
- [Retro RFH Tower Players' 'My Fair Lady' '80s Play Time](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rfh-tower-players-play-time/) - The RFH Tower Players have played hard, as usual, and the troupe opened its spring musical Evil Dead on Friday night. The spring musical at the high school is long standing tradition — and one that has come with much accolades for fine artistic work. It is the 70th anniversary of My Fair Lady's Broadway
- [In Memoriam: Rumson-Raised RFH 2016 Grad, Athlete, Artist, Writer, Becca Ley, 28](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-rumson-raised-rfh-2016-grad-athlete-artist-writer-becca-ley-28/) - It is with great sadness that the passing of Rebecca "Becca" Edith Ley is announced. Becca passed away on March 8 at 28 — a beautiful soul taken too soon. The Rumson-raised Rumson-Fair Haven Regional High School (RFH) Class of 2016 graduate was born at Riverview Medical Center in Red Bank on Jan. 18, 1998.
- [Cooper's Legacy: The Art of Circle Gaming Among Childhood Friends](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/coopers-legacy-the-art-of-circle-gaming-among-childhood-friends/) - "We're captive on the carousel of time ... We can't return. We can only look behind from where we came and go round and round and round in the circle game ..." ~ Joni Mitchell The news hit his nimble-footed, intricately painted-and-penned world like a sledge hammer. Thirty-year-old Thomas "Cooper" Ley had died. He was
- [Retro Forrestdale Basketball Slam Dunk](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/an-retro-rfh-basketball-score/)
- [Prosecutor: Area Man Pleads Guilty to Murder Trial Witness Retaliation, Weapon Possession](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-area-man-pleads-guilty-to-murder-trial-witness-retaliation-weapon-possession/) - An area 21-year-old man has pleaded guilty trying to intimidate a witness who testified in a 2024 murder trial and unlawful possession of a weapon, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Thursday. On Tuesday, before Monmouth County Superior Court Judge Joseph W. Oxley, Jaisun Z. Brown pleaded guilty to a charge of second-degree
- [Retro RFH NYC St. Patrick's Day Parade March](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rfh-nyc-st-patricks-day-parade-step-dancing/) - Our annual St. Patrick's Day memory reprise, just because ... it's a classic scene that must be revisited ... In the Rumson St. Patrick's Day Parade's aftermath, we're looking back at the luck of the Irish and not-so-Irish at RFH and another parade — the big one. We are remembering a time when the RFH
- [Police Report: Theft, Drugs, Evidence Tampering, Fraud, Child Endangerment, Defiant Trespass, Harassment](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/police-report-theft-drugs-evidence-tampering-fraud-child-endangerment-defiant-trespass-harassment/) - The following February criminal incidents and arrests were reported by Red Bank police. An arrest does not constitute a conviction. Criminal Incidents • The theft of a wallet, containing roughly $1,000 in cash and personal documents, from a motor vehicle in the area of McLaren Street was reported on Feb. 22. Patrolman James McGee took
- [Old News: Rumson Briody & Fair Haven Teahan Irish Connections](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/old-news-rumson-briody-fair-haven-teahan-irish-connections/) - Top o' the Irish afternoon to ya! On this St. Patrick's Day, we are delving back into a couple of Irish connections in the area. For one, if it were back in the day, like, say, 1985, most Rumson-Fair Haven area folks would find themselves migrating over to Briody's, that place that is now Surf If it were the 1970s or 80s, a Rumson or Fair Havenite might just be at Briody's in Rumson ... having pizza. Yes, pizza. Best around. Or they might be at Fair Haven bed & breakfast in Ireland. Hmmmm ... Take a jaunt back with us to those connections you never realized ...
- [Retro RFH St. Patrick's Day Parading](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rfh-st-patricks-day-parading/) - The Rumson St. Patrick's Day Parade passed by last Sunday. And we're thinking that there's nothing quite like celebrating tomorrow's St. Patrick's Day, Irish or not, with a couple of bulldogs leading your alma mater's marching band. That's how RFH did it back in 1993. It's not every day you see a couple of dogs marching ... just a St. Patrick's Day parade day in 1993. Who are those RFH dogs? Did you march with RFH in a St. Patrick's Day parade? Which one? Band? Drill Team?
- [RFH Tower Players Bring 'Evil Dead' Musical to Life on Stage](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/rfh-tower-players-bring-evil-dead-musical-to-life-on-stage/) - The Rumson-Fair Haven Regional High School (RFH) Tower Players are bringing cult classic Evil Dead: The Musical, High School Version to life on stage. With its book and lyrics by George Reinblatt and music by Frank Cipolla, Christopher Bond, Melissa Morris, and George Reinblatt, the spring musical production set to open on Friday night, March 20,
- [Retro RFH Girls' Night TGIF Calling](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rfh-girls-night-tgif-calling/) - What do you get when you put a gaggle of RFH girls in a flowery '70s wallpapered kitchen with a nouveau push-button wall phone? A girls' night — starring the phone. We're not saying that was the case here, just imagining. Follow us in this inspired daydream into the past. Hey, there was such a Cheers to TGIF, a gaggle of RFH girls of decades past, flowery wallpaper and the star entertainer of the night ... the push-button wall-mounted landline phone! Prank call anyone?
- [Rumson Police Report: Prohibited Weapons Possession, Receiving Stolen Property, Fencings](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/rumson-police-report-prohibited-weapons-possession-receiving-stolen-property-fencings/) - The following February arrests were reported by Rumson police. An arrest does not constitute a conviction. Arrests Joseph Vulpis, 62, of Rumson, was arrested on Feb. 27 and charged with two counts of possession of prohibited weapons, two counts of certain persons not to possess weapons, two counts of receiving stolen property and other related offenses. Juanita Bell, 44, of Matawan,
- [Prosecutor: Former Police Officer Convicted of Two Counts of Vehicular Homicide in Fatal 2021 Accident](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-former-police-officer-convicted-of-two-counts-of-vehicular-homicide-in-fatal-2021-accident/) - A former police officer has been convicted at trial of vehicular homicide in connection with a fatal 2021 accident that killed two people, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Thursday. Following a weeklong trial before Ocean County Superior Court Judge David M. Fritch, 38-year-old John P. McClave III, of Toms River, a former
- [Retro RFH Dank Day Riders in the Commons](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rfh-living-to-ride/) - The sun has made an appearance or two lately, even though there are still a few snow piles standing, but it's now back to rain, thunder and, yes, dank days. And people, like cooped-up RFH students are likely stir crazy and ready to make a break for it and ride out of bleak winter blues
- [In Memoriam: Former Longtime Fair Havenite, Maureen Perkins, 84](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-former-longtime-fair-havenite-maureen-perkins-84/) - Former longtime Fair Haven resident, Maureen Perkins, more recently a 40-year Tinton Falls resident, passed away in the comfort of her home surrounded by her loving family on March 7. She was 84. Maureen was born in Neptune to the late James B. and Grace B. (Brown) Cabaniss. She was a well-regarded and respected (GS13)
- [Retro RFH Slam Dunk of a Cheer](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-cheer-male-cheerleaders-rfh-basketball/) - A double-dose special basketball court cheer reprise, because the RFH champs are at it again ... and this is a real slam dunk! Yes, it's basketball season at RFH. And on March 6, the RFH Boys Basketball team became the state Central Group II Sectional champs. Now, that win earned some major cheers. But, have
- [In Memoriam: Fair Haven-Raised Longtime Red Bank Resident, Edith Blake, 108](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-fair-haven-raised-longtime-red-bank-resident-edith-blake-108/) - Fair Haven-raised Edith Antoniette Albert Blake, a beloved matriarch and longtime resident of Red Bank, passed away peacefully on March 7, at the age of 108, surrounded by her loving family in Toms River. On February 14, 1938, she married Charles Blake, in Queens, NY. They were married 52 years until his passing in 1990.
- [In Memoriam: Former Noted Chef, Monmouth Beach, Oceanport Resident Peter Schneider, 88](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-former-noted-chef-monmouth-beach-oceanport-resident-peter-schneider-88/) - Former well-known area chef, Joachim P. “Peter” Schneider, a longtime Monmouth Beach and Oceanport resident, passed away at home on March 3, surrounded by his family. He was 88. Peter was born in Offenburg, Germany to the late Karl and Margarethe Schneider. Peter was a communicant of the Church of the Precious Blood in Monmouth
- [In Memoriam: Longtime Fair Havenite, Marie Wilkinson, 73](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-longtime-fair-havenite-marie-wilkinson-73/) - Longtime Fair Havenite Marie Francis Wilkinson "departed her earthly body on this journey of life" on March 6. She was 73. Born in Casper, WY, the second of six children, her family moved several times in her younger years, with stints in Iowa, Minnesota and Georgia, before finally settling in NJ in 1968. She is
- [Retro Rumson St. Patrick's Day Parading](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rumson-st-patricks-day-parading/) - Drum roll, bagpipes and march ... in time-step with a now 13-year Rumson tradition — the borough's St. Patrick's Day Parade. The parade passed by on Sunday. So, to commemorate the now more than decade of tradition, the Retro Pic(s) of the Day offer a look back to parades dating back to the first in 2013.
- [The R-FH Area Weekend: St. Patrick's Day Parade & Hibernian Party](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/the-r-fh-area-weekend-st-patricks-day-parade-hibernian-party/) - The weekend, or Sunday, to be exact, promises to be a luck of the Irish kind of time. Call it Slainte Sunday. To start the day on Sunday, the Rumson St. Patrick's Day Parade marches into its 13th year starting at 1 p.m. at the intersection of Allen Street and River Road. It continues down
- [Prosecutor: Fatal Three-Vehicle Accident Under Investigation](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-fatal-three-vehicle-accident-under-investigation/) - A Thursday afternoon fatal three-vehicle accident is under investigation, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Friday. The accident details ... Shortly after 5:20 p.m. on Thursday, March 5, Wall Township police responded to the area of Route 70 and Morningstar Road on a report of a collision. There, first responders found the three
- [Prosecutor: Accident Claims Life of Pedestrian; Investigation Ensues](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-accident-claims-life-of-pedestrian-investigation-ensues/) - A fatal accident on early Thursday morning that claimed the life of a young female pedestrian is under is under investigation, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Friday. The accident details ... On March 5 at approximately 2:10 a.m., Neptune Township police responded to the area of Route 35 and West Lake Avenue
- [Retro RFH Dismal Day Class Clowning](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-clowning-around-rfh/) - There's one in every class — a class clown. And when the school days are chilly and dismal and students' silly energies are pent up indoors, clowning around becomes an art form. At RFH back in the 1970s, the art was taken to an extreme one fine, dull day. Not that we're encouraging any
- [Retro RFH Boys of Cool Lounge Daze](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rfh-boys-of-backgammon/) - When the stinging wintry chill still pierces the air and rainy, dank days continue in the week's forecast, the time is right for a Retro Pic of the Day reprise classic to take you back to Senior Commons lounging days with a little backgammon on the side ... or something. What's an RFH student to
- [Prosecutor: 22-Year-Old Area Man Pleads Guilty to 2025 Murder](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-22-year-old-area-man-pleads-guilty-to-2025-murder/) - An area 22-year-old man has pleaded guilty to an aggravated manslaughter charge stemming from a fatal 2025 stabbing, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Wednesday. During a hearing held before Monmouth County Superior Court Judge Jill G. O’Malley on Monday, Nija Faust, of Long Branch, pleaded guilty to the single charge of first-degree
- [In Memoriam: Rumson-Raised Longtime Fair Havenite, RFH Grad, Pauline Sorrentino Smith, 85](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-rumson-raised-longtime-fair-havenite-rfh-grad-pauline-sorrentino-smith-85/) - Rumson-raised longtime Fair Havenite and Rumson-Fair Haven Regional High School (RFH) graduate, Pauline Ann Sorrentino Smith, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Feb. 25. She was 85. Born in Red Bank and raised in Rumson, Pauline was a lifelong resident of Monmouth County. She graduated from RFH and then from Katharine Gibbs Secretarial School
- [In Memoriam: Longtime Rumsonite, Real Estate Agent, Ann Doran, 95](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-longtime-rumsonite-real-estate-agent-ann-doran-95/) - "It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our mom," longtime Rumson resident, real estate agent, wife, grandmother and great-grandmother as well, Ann Doran, on Feb. 21. Just eight days shy of her 96th birthday, Ann was 95. She is predeceased by: her loving husband , Frank; and her tremendous son, Tom.
- [Retro St. Patrick's Scout Chorus Line](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-st-patricks-scout-chorus-line/) - Shamrock-topped scout chorus line? Not quite, but close. It is that time of the year when those St. Pat's Day festivities begin, after all. The popular '70s Broadway show hadn't even been conceived of yet, after all. But, somehow, this group of Fair Haven scouts, or rather, their leaders, had the idea when it wasn't
- [In Memoriam: Longtime Rumsonite, Lori Slavin, 86](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-longtime-rumsonite-lori-slavin-86/) - Longtime Rumsonite, Lorraine “Lori” Slavin, passed away peacefully at home on Feb. 28, surrounded by her loving family. She was 86. Born on March 4, 1939, Lori spent her childhood in the Pelham Bay neighborhood of the Bronx, NY. She later made her home in New Jersey, where she lived most of her life in Middletown
- [Retro RFH Boys' Wintry TGIF Toast](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rfh-boys-wintry-tgif-toast/) - Raise your plastic cups and party on! It's time for a little chill and retro toast to the impending weekend of breaking out of all the snow and taking the snap out of the cold snap with the warmth of some RFH guys of the late '70s and early '80s. There's nothing quite like roughing A look back at how the cool guys of RFH did TGIF.
- [Prosecutor: Area Teacher Charged with Weapons Offense](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-area-teacher-charged-with-weapons-offense/) - An area teacher has been charged with the possession of an illegal weapon, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Thursday. Kevin J. Hasbrouck, 36, of Point Pleasant Beach, a teacher in Neptune Township, has been charged with a single count of a fourth-degree weapons offense after being found to be in possession of
- [Retro RFH Snow Day Hill Thrill](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rfh-snow-day/) - Snowy days — or, rather, snow avalanche of late — bring back memories of winters past and how RFHers of yesteryear found some simple fun pretty fast when the school bell didn't ring ... or it did, but there was an escape to a thrill of a hill. So, the Retro Pic of the (George)
- [In Memoriam: Mary Gagliardi, Mom, Grandmother to Rumson Family, 88](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-mary-gagliardi-mom-grandmother-to-rumson-family-88/) - Mary Gagliardi, "a treasured soul known for her loving nature and friendly demeanor," passed away on February 20, 2026, at the age of 88. Her final days were spent in Rumson, where she passed, surrounded by the love and warmth of her family. Born on Sept. 20, 1937, in Brooklyn, NY, to Ida and Rudolf
- [A Birthday Wish: Going Back Home with Mom](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/one-special-retro-fair-lady/) - Our annual reprise honoring the inspiration for R-FH Retro — my mom, Sally Van Develde — on what would have been her 103rd birthday. A birthday wish ... Happy Heavenly Birthday, Mom. You remain in the hearts of so many ... Besides, I won't let them forget. "If I ever go looking for my heart’s
- [Prosecutor: Area Teacher/Coach Gets 51/2 Years for Sexual Assault of Student](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-area-teacher-coach-gets-51-2-years-for-sexual-assault-of-student/) - A 36-year-old Middletown High School North teacher and girls' basketball coach has been sentenced to five-and-a-half years in state prison for engaging in a sexual relationship with one of his students, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Tuesday. Under the terms set down by Monmouth County Superior Court Judge Henry P. Butehorn during
- [Focus: Filling Up On Community, Spaghetti and Meatballs](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/focus-filling-up-on-community-spaghetti-and-meatballs/) - Plates weren't just full, they were overflowing — with spaghetti, meatballs and community love. The Fair Haven Fire Department's Annual Angelo DePonti Memorial Spaghetti Dinner on Saturday night gave all who attended and served gullets and hearts full of good food and support. Upstairs at the firehouse, the room was overflowing with fire department volunteers,
- [In Memoriam: Longtime Rumsonite, 'Queen of Social Intoxication,' Diane Dey, 95](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-longtime-rumsonite-queen-of-social-intoxication-diane-dey-95/) - Longtime Rumsonite Diane Merrall Dey, 95, more recently of Atlantic Highlands, "received her angel wings on Saturday evening, Feb. 7. She departed peacefully at home, in the presence of her loving daughter, Merrall, while the Commendation of the Dying was invoked by Father Hank Hilton." Diane was born on Oct. 11, 1930, in Orange, the
- [Scene Around: New Rumson Officers on the Police Beat](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/scene-around-new-rumson-officers-on-the-police-beat/) - There are four new patrolmen on the police beat in Rumson. Two are new to the department and two rose up in its ranks. The two new patrol officers sworn in to the Rumson Police Department at the June 3 Borough Council meeting were Hannah Certo and Kevin Walsh, a social media post from the Four new Rumson police patrolmen were sworn in at a recent Borough Council meeting.
- [Tim Cronin: A Rocker's Legacy of Connection & the Life Celebration to Come](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tim-cronin-a-rockers-legacy-of-connection-the-life-celebration-to-come/) - It was just over two weeks ago that a capacity crowd gathered at The Whitechapel Projects in Long Branch to honor 63-year-old iconic rocker Tim Cronin, of Ribeye Brothers, Monster Magnet and Jack's Music Shoppe fame, and raise funds to help ease any hardships in his battle with ALS. The countless photos told an artistic
- [Old News: Stirring the Pot at the Spaghetti Dinner](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/old-news-stirring-the-pot-at-the-spaghetti-dinner/) - The following is a reprise of our Old News column, originally posted on Jan. 30, 2024, about the Fair Haven Fire Department's Spaghetti Dinner, because tonight's the night for the longtime annual tradition. Mangia! People have been filling their gullets with a heaping helping of spaghetti and meatballs at the Fair Haven Fire Department's annual
- [The R-FH Area Weekend: Spaghetti Dinner Date](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/the-r-fh-area-weekend-spaghetti-dinner-date/) - Tomorrow is not just another Saturday night. And you do have someone — a whole Fair Haven Fire Department community. It's a traditional date. The fire department's Annual Angelo DePonti Memorial Spaghetti Dinner will be cooking from 5 to 8 p.m. at the firehouse at 645 River Road. The price is right, too, at $20
- [In Memoriam: Longtime Sea Bright Resident, Rose Corrado, 78](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-longtime-sea-bright-resident-rose-corrado-78/) - Longtime Sea Bright resident, Rose Corrado, passed away peacefully on Feb. 17, surrounded by her family. She was 78. Born Rosa Maria Buttacavoli in Belmonte Mezzagno, Sicily on May 22, 1947 (IYKYK), Rose immigrated to the United States at the age of 15 with her parents and two sisters, eventually settling in Garfield. She met the
- [Prosecutor: 26-Year-Old Man Gets 30 Years for 2024 Fatal Shooting](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-26-year-old-man-gets-30-years-for-2024-fatal-shooting/) - A 26-year-old man has been sentenced to 30 years in state prison for the 2024 fatal shooting of a man, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Thursday. Gaetano S. Scannavino, 26, with a last known address in Brooklyn, was sentenced before Monmouth County Superior Court Judge Henry P. Butehorn on Wednesday. The sentence
- [In Memoriam: Longtime Rumsonite and RFH '65 Grad, Carol Friscia Butler, 78](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-longtime-rumsonite-and-rfh-65-grad-carol-friscia-butler-78/) - Longtime Rumsonite and Rumson-Fair Haven Regional High School (RFH) graduate, Carol Friscia Butler, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, on Feb. 12 in Morgantown, WV. She was 78. Carol was born on April 22, 1947 to the late Frank and Dorothy Friscia in Red Bank. She graduated from RFH in 1965. After graduating from high
- [Retro RFH Class Prez Stuff](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rfh-class-prez-stuff/) - It's the stuff ... ing presidents are made of — or something like that. In honor of Presidents' Day (week), we're honed in on presidents of the high school class kind — not country. And there have been many class presidents at RFH, some of whom have stuck out like beacons of, well, zaniness. Call them
- [Police Report: 4K Theft, Assault, Weapons, Terroristic Threats, Child Endangerment, Harassment, Criminal Restraint](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/police-report-4k-theft-assault-weapons-terroristic-threats-child-endangerment-harassment-criminal-restraint/) - The following January criminal incidents and arrests were reported by Red Bank police. An arrest does not constitute a conviction. Criminal Incidents • An incident of criminal mischief in the area of Throckmorton Avenue was reported on Jan. 30. The owner of a vehicle reported damage to the windshield valued at $700. Patrolman Jhonathan Quispe
- [In Memoriam: Rumson Resident, Barbara DeVito, 88](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-rumson-resident-barbara-devito-88/) - Rumson resident, Barbara DeVito, formerly of Colts Neck, passed away peacefully on Saturday, Feb. 14. She was 88. Born to Francis and Margaret Casey and raised in Jersey City, Barbara was one of five children. Barbara is predeceased by: her parents; her beloved husband of 45 years, Vincent J. DeVito (2002); her siblings, Dennis Casey
- [Prosecutor: 33-Year-Old Area Man Found Guilty of 2023 Murder](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-33-year-old-area-man-found-guilty-of-2023-murder/) - A 33-year-old area man has been convicted at trial of murder, murder conspiracy and related weapons charges stemming from fatal 2023 shooting, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Tuesday. Following a month-long trial before Monmouth County Superior Court Judge Henry P. Butehorn, Eddy Vilus, of Asbury Park, was found guilty of: first-degree murder,
- [Retro RFH Presidential Spirit of '76](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rfh-presidential-spirit-of-76/) - Spirit of '76 captured by the RFH Class of '76Photos/RFH Yearbook It's Presidents' Day, officially Washington's Birthday. So, it seemed only appropriate to continue in that theme with retro RFH photos — class presidents, their teams and even the top administrator. Why not? If the day fits ... And, lest we forget that back in
- [In Memoriam: Rumson-Raised RFH '96 Grad, Son, Husband, Father, John Sievers Ekdahl, 47](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-rumson-raised-rfh-96-grad-son-husband-father-john-sievers-ekdahl-47/) - "John quietly and bravely fought his way through cancer treatment to the very end ... May his memory bring comfort to those who knew him and continue to inspire all who were touched by his life." ~ family of John Ekdahl Rumson-raised Rumson-Fair Haven Regional High School (RFH) graduate, son, husband, father, John Sievers Ekdahl,
- [In Memoriam: Longtime Rumson Resident, Carolyn Ott, 95](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-longtime-rumson-resident-carolyn-ott-95/) - Carolyn Anita DeDecker Ott, "a cherished Rumson resident of more than 70 years," passed away peacefully at the age of 95. Carlolyn (nee DeDecker) was born on Valentine’s Day, 1930, in North Bergen. She is survived by: her son, Edward Jr., and his wife, Kate; her grandchildren, Anna and Timothy; and five great-grandchildren. Visitation will
- [FYI: On and Around the New Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/fyi-whats-going-on-around-the-new-rumson-sea-bright-bridge/) - Yes, the new Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge is complete. It's been functional for months now. Still, there are some finishing touches on and around the bridge continuing. There are improvements underway to Jumping Point Park by the bridge in the West Park section of Rumson next to the bridge. Monmouth County awarded $367,817 in funds from
- [In Memoriam: Longtime Red Bank Resident, Cathleen Murray, 100](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-longtime-red-bank-resident-cathleen-murray-100/) - Longtime Red Bank resident, Cathleen Mary Murray, passed away on Feb. 10, her family at her side. She was 100. Born in Staten Island, NY on Aug. 9, 1925, Cathleen lived in Holmdel for more than 20 years before moving to Red Bank. She was a member and vice president of the Holmdel Board of
- [Old News: Valentine's Day Sweet, Sour and Doughy Deeds](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/old-news-valentines-day-dough-perfume-and-vinegar/) - A Valentine's Day reprise from last year ... Call it Valentine's sustenance. Since Cupid's arrow was first slung back in the dark ages, there have been hard hits, softer ones and total misses since. But there's always been a little bit of sweet, sour and downright doughy satiation for the Valentine's Day palate, with a
- [Prosecutor: Brother Found Guilty of Family's 2018 Murder](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-brother-found-guilty-of-familys-2018-murder/) - The brother of a man who was found dead along with his wife and two children days before Thanksgiving 2018 has been convicted at trial of murdering them, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Friday. Following a month-long trial before Monmouth County Superior Court Judge Marc C. Lemieux, 59-year-old Paul J. Caneiro of
- [In Memoriam: Longtime Red Bank Resident, Tom Stamm, 78](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-longtime-red-bank-resident-tom-stamm-78/) - Longtime Red Bank resident, Thomas Edward “Tom/Poppy” Stamm, passed away peacefully on Thursday, Feb. 5. Born in Hoboken to Joseph and Barbara Stamm, Tom graduated from Hoboken High School before proudly enlisting in the U.S. Navy, serving honorably during the Vietnam War aboard the USS Pickaway. Tom is predeceased by his parents and his precious
- [Retro RFH Library Chillin'](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/rainy-day-retro-ode-rfh-aides/) - #post_excerptGo back to the 1970s with us ... When the cold sets in and RFH students are trapped indoors, they drive the aides to all sorts of things. What did you do to make them resort to chair battle or a "Go play in traffic!"?
- [Saying Goodbye to Longtime Fair Haven Teacher, 'Jeannie' Burgess, Mrs. B.](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/saying-goodbye-to-longtime-fair-haven-teacher-jeannie-burgess-mrs-b/) - Students called her Mrs. B. She was Jeannie to fellow teachers. She was Jean Burgess — Nellie Jean (Badida) Burgess. She taught in the Fair Haven schools for 33 years. The valued longtime Fair Haven wife, mom, teacher, colleague and friend to many passed away peacefully on Jan. 28 in Chester, VA. She was 73.
- [Focus: Sunny Shrewsbury River Daze](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/focus-sunny-shrewsbury-river-daze/) - Out came the sun and sopped up all the snow, leaving behind some hope for brighter days, vaccinations and a closer-knit spring. With the sun making its welcomed appearance this week, memories of basking in it along the Shrewsbury River in the fall became less distant. So did thoughts of a sunnier spring than last
- [Rumsonite Jeff Walling Joins Sandy Hook Foundation Board](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/rumsonite-jeff-walling-joins-sandy-hook-foundation-board/) - The Sandy Hook Foundation, the nonprofit dedicated to the preservation of Sandy Hook's natural, cultural and historic resources and visitor experience enhancement, has named two new members to its Board of Trustees, one a Rumsonite. Jeff Walling, of Rumson, and Jeff Burman joined the board of the official nonprofit partner of the National Park Service
- [In Memoriam: Longtime Little Silver Resident, Bob Harris, 83](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-longtime-little-silver-resident-bob-harris-83/) - Longtime Little Silver resident, Robert “Bob” Fulton Harris, passed away in the comfort of his home on Feb. 6. He was 83. Born in Albany, NY to the late James and Ruth (Badgely) Harris, Bob honorably served in the U.S. Army actively from March of 1966 through August of 1975 as a major who was
- [Prosecutor: Former Area Teacher Gets 10 Years for Sexual Assault of Two Students](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-former-area-teacher-gets-10-years-for-sexual-assault-of-two-students/) - A former high school English teacher has been sentenced to 10 years in state prison for separately engaging in numerous sexual acts with two of her students over the course of several years, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Thursday. Julie Rizzitello, 37, of Brick, a former teacher at Wall Township High School,
- [In Memoriam: Former Longtime Rumson Schools Art Teacher, Little Silver Resident, Barbara Stender, 92](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-former-longtime-rumson-schools-art-teacher-little-silver-resident-barbara-stender-92/) - Former longtime Rumson schools Art teacher, Little Silver resident, Barbara Ann Ruh Stender, passed away on Sunday, Feb. 8. She was 92. Barbara was born on Dec. 30, 1933 in Bayonne. She is survived by: her children, Jeffrey Stender, of Key Largo, FL, Mark Stender, of North East, MD, Beverly Kalinsky (Michael), of North East,
- [Retro RFH Senior Lounge Groovin'](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rfh-rainy-day-senior-lounge-groove/) - The year was 1974 and the top hits were The Way We Were and Seasons in the Sun. Ironic ... And back in that year, the seniors at RFH had plenty of joy and fun and some seasons out of the sun. That was OK, though, because they had they had the Senior Commons for
- [Frankie Mazza: A Fair Haven-Raised Smile to Live By](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/frankie-mazza-a-fair-haven-raised-smile-to-live-by/) - It was his smile that said it all — soft and clear. It whispered "hold each homegrown memory close for comfort." It exhaled without letting go. His happy sigh said, "Everything is just fine, because we'll always just be kids walking back home together." We knew everything would always be just fine as long as
- [In Memoriam: Rumson-Raised RFH Grad, Patty Roberto, 87](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-rumson-raised-rfh-grad-patty-roberto-87/) - Rumson-raised Rumson-Fair Haven Regional High School graduate, Patty “Grammy” Roberto, more recently of Monmouth Beach, passed away peacefully on Feb. 6 with her family by her side. She was 87. Born on Feb. 15, 1938 in New York City, Patty's family moved to the Jersey Shore when she was a young girl. She grew up
- [Retro RFH Foul Weather Junior 'Lounging'](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rfh-mod-junior-lounging/)
- [Prosecutor: 18-Year-Old Indicted on Murder, Weapons Charges in 2025 Pier Village Shooting](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-18-year-old-indicted-on-murder-weapons-charges-in-2025-pier-village-shooting/) - One teen has been indicted on murder and related weapons offenses stemming from the 2025 fatal shooting incident at Pier Village in Long Branch. Two other teens have been indicted on conspiracy and weapons offenses in connection with the incident, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Monday. Dwayne Exilus, 19, Isaiah Z. Walker,
- [In Memoriam: Red Bank-Raised Longtime Little Silver Resident, Teacher, Rose Marie Accardi, 86](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-red-bank-raised-longtime-little-silver-resident-teacher-rose-marie-accardi-86/) - Longtime Little Silver resident and teacher, Rose Marie Crupi Accardi, passed away peacefully at home on Jan. 31, surrounded by her family. She was 86. Born in Long Branch on Jan. 11, 1940 to Dominic and Isabella Crupi after their emigration from Calabria, Italy with their three sons, Rose grew up in Red Bank. There, she met
- [Police Report: DUIs, Drug Possession, Obstruction](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/police-report-duis-drug-possession-obstruction/) - The following January arrests were reported by Monmouth Beach police. An arrest does not constitute a conviction. Arrests • Justin Liotta, 29, of Marlboro, was arrested in the area of Ocean Avenue and Tradewinds Lane on Jan. 17 and charged with driving under the influence of alcohol/drugs (DUI). • Garrett Homsany, 37, of Cranford, was
- [Prosecutor: Area Man Found Guilty of 2023 Attempted Sexual Assault, Robbery of Teen](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-area-man-found-guilty-of-2023-attempted-sexual-assault-robbery-of-teen/) - An area man has been convicted at trial of the 2023 attempted sexual assault and robbery of a teen, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Thursday. Following a two-week trial before Monmouth County Superior Court Judge Paul X. Escandon, J.S.C., Anthony Burke, 48, of Freehold Borough, was found guilty of: first-degree attempted aggravated
- [Focus: River Freeze-n-Play](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/focus-river-freeze-n-play/) - It's not every day that heaven freezes over, but it happened over the weekend when the Navesink River's tide stayed put with the first full river freeze in decades. The slice of Rumson-Fair Haven area heaven and habit became an iceberg town unto itself. And gliding has been the mode of river heaven transportation and
- [In Memoriam: Former Garden Vegetarian Restaurant Owner, Fair Havenite, Ty Yolac, 82](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-fair-havenite-former-garden-vegetarian-restaurant-owner-ty-yolac-82/) - "The most authentic person on earth," Ty Yolac, of Fair Haven, peacefully passed away on Jan. 27 at Riverview Medical Center in Red Bank, surrounded by loved ones. He was 82. Born in Elazig, Türkiye he was the middle child of three to Nevzat Yolac and Rebia Senel, government-paid teachers. Because of their work Ty,
- [Retro RFH Ski Clubbing Coolness](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rfh-ski-club/) - Yes, we are in the throes of winter and its big chill and freeze-out. After lots of snow and ice, the sun has come out this week and made the cold sting just a little softer. With that heap of white stuff turning into slippery slopes of solid ice, minds might be transported in time
- [Focus: Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge Open; Roadway, Traffic Pattern Alerts](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/focus-rumson-sea-bright-bridge-open-roadway-traffic-pattern-alerts/) - The new Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge is fully open to both motorists and pedestrians. Monmouth County officials advise, though, that there are still some final roadway and sidewalk work being done as well as new traffic patterns. Here's some views of the bridge from Fair Havenite and R-FH Retro photo contributor Nick Lenczyk ... On the
- [Focus: Fair Faces of Firemen's Night](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/focus-fair-faces-of-firemens-night/) - It used to be called Firemen's Night. It was the night when firemen from all over the state rode in to the fairgrounds at the Fair Haven Firemen's Fair on their firetrucks amid a flurry of blaring sirens and flashing lights. It was a way to celebrate volunteer firefighters and first aiders hosted by their
- [RFH Family Ties: Honoring Two Iconic Coaches/Teachers](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/rfh-family-ties-honoring-two-iconic-coaches-teachers/) - Say "uncle" and hold on tight. One could say it's never time to say "uncle" when it comes to letting go of the memories of two iconic Rumson-Fair Haven Regional High School (RFH) teachers/coaches. And it's really not a problem — never relenting on remembrance. No reason to let such good go, right? Saying "uncle"
- [The 2025 Fair Haven and Rumson Local Government Election FYI](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/the-2025-fair-haven-and-rumson-local-government-election-fyi/) - As people go to the polls to vote in Rumson and Fair Haven on Tuesday, or even if votes have already been cast, there are some facts about the boroughs' governing bodies and their function and history that may have eluded many. So, the notion in mind that an informed voter is a better voter,
- [In Memoriam: Fair Haven-Raised RFH Grad, Connor Riley, 32](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-fair-haven-raised-rfh-grad-connor-riley-32/) - Fair Haven-raised Rumson-Fair Haven Regional High School (RFH) graduate, football player, son, brother, uncle and friend to many, Connor James Riley, passed away on Jan. 15. He was 32. Connor James Riley was born on Nov. 12, 1993, at Riverview Medical Center in Red Bank to his loving parents, longtime Fair Havenite John C. Riley
- [Rumson Police Report: DUI, Contempt](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/rumson-police-report-dui-contempt/) - The following end-of-December and January arrests were reported by Rumson police. An arrest does not constitute a conviction. Oscar Lopez-Mendez, 36, of Red Bank, was arrested in the area of Rumson Road and Bingham Avenue on Dec. 25 and charged with driving under the influence of alcohol/drugs (DUI) and related motor vehicle offenses by Patrolman
- [Retro Skate on Thick Ice](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-mccarter-skate/) - It's not as if most any adventurous kid wouldn't try a little skating on thin ice in more ways than one. But, the ice was definitely thick enough at McCarter Pond in Fair Haven this one January day in 2015. As people flocked to the Navesink River, which hasn't been frozen enough to even walk
- [Prosecutor: Area Woman Pleads Guilty to 2024 Attempted Murder of Boyfriend](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-area-woman-pleads-guilty-to-2024-attempted-murder-of-boyfriend/) - An area woman has pleaded guilty to the 2024 attempted murder of her then-boyfriend by driving over him with her vehicle, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Monday. During a hearing held before Monmouth County Superior Court Judge Jill G. O’Malley on Wednesday Jan. 28, Yvette C. Barnes, 42, of Keansburg, pleaded guilty
- [In Memoriam: Native Red Bank Resident, Red Bank Roofing Owner, Navy Vet, Boatsman, Joseph Ruffini, 63](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-native-red-bank-resident-red-bank-roofing-owner-navy-vet-boatsman-joseph-ruffini-63/) - Native Red Bank resident, Joseph Louis Ruffini, passed away on Saturday, Jan. 24, peacefully, surrounded by his loved ones at Riverview Medical Center in Red Bank, the same hospital where he was born on Aug. 6, 1962. He was 63. Born and raised in Red Bank, Joe spent years of his life dedicated to his
- [In Memoriam: Longtime Middletown Resident and Former Zoning Board Chair, Jim Hinckley, 86](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-longtime-middletown-resident-and-former-zoning-board-chair-jim-hinckley-86/) - Longtime Middletown resident and former Zoning Board and Sewage Authority chairman and Planning Board vice chairman, James "Jim" Hinckley, passed away on Jan. 27, 2026. He was 86. A lifelong resident of New Jersey, Jim was born in Jersey City, married and started a family in Hasbrouck Heights, and lived in Middletown for the past
- [Retro Fair Haven Snow Day Creation](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-fair-haven-snow-day/) - A reprise from February of 2017 in honor of the next snowfall due today ... With the onslaught of icy snow lately and the freeze over, there's been a lot of chatter about snow days and how to get creatively constructive with the white stuff. Well, in the 1970s, a few R-FH area kids took
- [Prosecutor: Area Teen Indicted on Attempted Murder Charges in Shooting](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-area-teen-indicted-on-attempted-murder-charges-in-shooting/) - An area teen has been indicted on attempted murder and related weapons charges stemming from a September shooting incident, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Friday. Calvin Joseph, 18, has been charged with one count of first-degree attempted murder, one count of second-degree unlawful possession of a weapon (handgun), and one count of
- [Retro Smokin' Cold Fair Haven Snowman Daze](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-smokin-cold-fair-haven-snow-man-build/) - Call him smokin' cold Frosty. He's that apparently armless blob of snow day snow at the hands of four Fair Haven miscreants of the 1960s. This crew of four assembled, as all good snow day kids did, after a snowfall fit for snowman making. They were on Third Street at the Robbins' house; and, it
- [In Memoriam: Red Bank Resident Patricia Agius, 82](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-red-bank-resident-patricia-agius-82/) - Red Bank resident, Patricia Rose Agius, passed away on Jan. 16. She was 82. Patricia was predeceased by: her parents, Vincent and Veronica Nardini; and her siblings, James, John, and Margaret. She is survived by: her loving husband, Joseph; their three sons, Joseph (Sandra), James (Lisa), and John; her cherished grandchildren, Joseph, Katherine, Ella, Claire,
- [Retro Ice Storm Chillin'](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/icy-cold-r-fh-area-memories/) - Our Retro Pic of the Day is a reprise from an original 2015 post to commemorate a real chill of an ice storm that paralyzed the Rumson-Fair Haven area in '73. A reminder in heaps of melting snow and cold that it could be worse ... Chill out with thaw and the reminder that, though
- [In Memoriam: Former Little Silver Resident and Councilman, Bill McQueeney, 82](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-former-little-silver-resident-and-councilman-bill-mcqueeney-82/) - "May the road rise to meet you, may the wind be always at your back. May the sun shine warm upon your face, The rains fall soft upon your fields. And until we meet again. May God hold you in the palm of His hand." ~ Irish blessing Former Little Silver Borough Councilman and volunteer,
- [In Memoriam: Red Bank Resident, Regina Sturnialo, 66](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-red-bank-resident-regina-sturnialo-66/) - Red Bank resident Regina A. Sturnialo passed away peacefully at home on Jan. 21. She was 66. Born in Brooklyn, NY, Regina was the beloved daughter of the late Anthony and Marylou Yacovacci. Raised in Staten Island, she was a graduate of Tottenville High School, then continued her education at the College of Staten Island,
- [Police Report: Theft, Burglary, Assault, Weapons Possession, Drugs, Terroristic Threats](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/police-report-theft-burglary-assault-weapons-possession-drugs-terroristic-threats/) - The following December criminal incidents and arrests were reported by Red Bank police. An arrest does not constitute a conviction. Criminal Incidents • An incident of criminal mischief — graffiti — in the area of Locust Avenue was reported on Dec. 24. An electrical box was tagged with black paint. Patrolman Preston Mellaci took the
- [Retro RFH Snow Day Drive](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rfh-snow-daze-drive/) - Snowy weather at RFH in the late 1970sPhoto/George Day A reprise in honor of the first major R-FH area snowfall of the New Year and nostalgia for the days of waiting for the snow day whistle to blow and goofing off. Yes, before the morning phone call and electronic communications, there was only the fire
- [Retro RFH TGIF Toga Gals ... and Guy](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rfh-tgif-toga-gals-and-a-guy/) - #post_excerptHere's to good RFH friends and some warm, quality toga party time! It's all about taking the chill out of the weekend weather with a little toasty look back. Toga! Recognize these toga party peeps?
- [In Memoriam: Former Fair Havenite Joe Sraeel Jr., 87](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-former-fair-havenite-joe-sraeel-jr-87/) - Former Fair Havenite Joseph Edward Sraeel, Jr. passed away peacefully on Jan. 21. He was 87. Born in Asbury Park on Oct. 14, 1938, Joe was a lifelong resident of the Jersey shore, happily residing in Fair Haven, Middletown, Manasquan and, finally, Red Bank. He attended Mt. Carmel elementary school in Asbury Park, St. Rose
- [Retro RFH Basketball Slam Dunkin'](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-ode-to-rfh-basketball-season/) - Well, boys basketball season at RFH is here; and, it's usually slam dunk of a success.
- [Prosecutor: Former Area Teacher Pleads Guilty to Aggravated Sexual Assault of Student](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-former-area-teacher-pleads-guilty-to-aggravated-sexual-assault-of-student/) - A former area teacher has pleaded guilty to the aggravated sexual assault of one of her teen students, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Thursday. During a hearing held on Wednesday before Monmouth County Superior Court Judge Jill G. O’Malley, Allison Havemann-Niedrach, 45, of Jackson (Ocean County), a former teacher at Freehold Intermediate
- [Retro Schwenker's Pond Skkkk ... aters](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/skating-past-schwenkers-pond/) - #post_excerptA look back at a frozen in time skating experience in Fair Haven. How did we know the ice was safe? We called a number. It began with Shadyside ... Anyone? Who remembers the number? Favorite skating outfit of your decade?
- [In Memoriam: Longtime Little Silver Resident, Maureen Enander, 93](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-longtime-little-silver-resident-maureen-enander-93/) - Longtime Little Silver resident, Maureen G. Enander, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by family on Friday, Jan. 2. She was 93. Born and raised in Plainfield, she was the daughter of Homer and Mae Gilbert, big sister to Wally and her cousin Lorraine, and little sister to her cousin Bud. She was a graduate
- [Retro Fair Haven Snow Day Sirens](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/17474/) - Well, after a lot of warnings and prep, the week's ones played host to yet another snowstorm that wasn't. Oh, there was some snow and freeze for a few morning minutes, but it was no Blizzard of '96 or '78. Yes, back in the day, there were plenty of snowstorms that actually snowed Rumson-Fair Haven
- [Focus: Light and Snow Dust for MLK Day, Week](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/focus-light-and-snow-dust-for-mlk-day-week/) - Snow skies have cleared up for the start of the week, leaving behind a dusting of snow and a forecast of slightly warmer days ahead. On this day of remembrance for slain civil rights leader Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., thoughts of peace are on the minds of many. And a still, snow-dusted Fair Haven
- [In Memoriam: Native Red Banker, Longtime Little Silver Resident, RBR Teacher, Mary Todt](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-native-red-banker-longtime-little-silver-resident-rbr-teacher-mary-todt/) - Native Red Banker, longtime Little Silver resident and Red Bank Regional High School (RBR) teacher, Mary Helen Mutch Todt, passed away on Jan. 13. The daughter of Helen Lois (Brevoort) and William Warren Mutch, she was born in Red Bank at what was Riverview Hospital when it was a house with 32 beds on the
- [In Memoriam: Longtime Middletown Resident, Jennifer Beardsley](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-longtime-middletown-resident-jennifer-beardsley/) - Longtime Middletown resident, Jennifer Beardsley, passed away peacefully on Jan. 11 in Red Bank, surrounded by her four children. She was predeceased by: her beloved husband, James Beardsley; her parents, Robert C. Stanley and Nancy Knothe McDannold; her brother, Philip Stanley; her sister-in-law and best friend, Elizabeth “Buffy” Havard; and her nephews, Chester and William
- [Retro RFH TGIF Toga Party](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rfh-toga-party-time/) - Make a one-time donation Your contribution is appreciated. Donate Make a monthly donation Your contribution is appreciated. Donate monthly Make a yearly donation Your contribution is appreciated. Donate yearly
- [Prosecutor: Wednesday Night Shooting Under Investigation](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-wednesday-night-shooting-under-investigation/) - A joint investigation, between local police and the Monmouth County Prosecutor's Office (MCPO) detectives, of a Wednesday night shooting is underway, an update from the Monmouth County Prosecutor's Office said. Members of the MCPO’s Major Crimes Bureau and the Howell Township Police Department are conducting the investigation of the incident that took place in Howell
- [RFH Achieves Gold AP Honor Roll Status](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/rfh-achieves-gold-ap-honor-roll-status/) - Rumson-Fair Haven Regional High School (RFH) has made the honor roll. The College Board announced that RFH has been named to the Advanced Placement® Program (AP®) School Honor Roll, earning a Gold distinction. The AP School Honor Roll recognizes schools in which AP programs are delivering results for students while broadening participation. Schools can earn
- [In Memoriam: Longtime Rumsonite, Oceanic Hook & Ladder Fire Co. Lifetime Member, Ron Vilardi Sr., 85](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-longtime-rumsonite-oceanic-hook-ladder-fire-co-lifetime-member-ron-vilardi-sr-86/) - Longtime Rumsonite, Ronald Vilardi Sr., passed away peacefully on Jan. 13. He was 85. Born to the late Johanna Rich and John Vilardi, he was predeceased by his parents, his stepfather, Frank Rich, and his brother, John W. Vilardi. He is survived by: his beloved wife of 64 years, Joan (Casey) Vilardi, "with whom he
- [In Memoriam: Longtime Shrewsbury Sailing  & Yacht Club and Sea Bright Beach Club Member, Riverview Volunteer, Barbara Young, 92](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-longtime-shrewsbury-sailing-yacht-club-and-sea-bright-beach-club-member-riverview-volunteer-barbara-young-92/) - Longtime Shrewsbury Sailing and Yacht Club and Sea Bright Beach Club member, Barbara Ann Young, passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by family, on Jan. 12. She was 92. Born in Buffalo, NY, Barbara's was raised in Buffalo, NY, Kankakee, IL, and Pittsburgh, PA. She attended St Lawrence University, graduating with a B.A. There she
- [Retro Rumson Basketball Court Drama](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rumson-basketball-court-drama/) - I spy ... a slam dunk? High hoop hopes? There's an awful lot going on in this 1970s shot of the sidelines of basketball game players, a ref and watchers at Forrestale School. The ref is poised for a good whistle blow. The sidelined players are hawking the hoop. One is lounging and watching. A A look back at some basketball court spectating at Forrestdale School in Rumson in the early 1970s.
- [Retro Schwenker's Pond Winter Wonderland Fun](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-schwenkers-pond-time/) - With the hint of sun and tinge of milder weather these days, R-FH area people were popping up all over the great outdoors for a little fairer weather respite. Some iconic respite spots never change, either. Some usually flock to Sea Bright beach and the riverfront for a little warm sun and solace to take
- [Breaking for RFH Alum Charlie Volker's Olympic Bobsled Team Victory](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/breaking-for-rfh-alum-charlie-volkers-olympic-bobsled-team-victory/) - Rumson Fair Haven Regional High School (RFH) alumnus star football and track athlete Charlie Volker has laced up a different pair of athlete's spikes, taken to a new frontier and locked in on a new athletic adventure as a member of the U.S. Olympic Bobsled Team. After graduating from RFH and the Princeton University as
- [Remembering Rob Bruce; Fair Haven-Raised RFH '77 Grad, Pop Culture Icon Found Dead](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/remembering-rob-bruce-fair-haven-raised-rfh-77-grad-pop-culture-icon-found-dead/) - #post_excerptThe 62-year-old was found dead in a Red Bank storage unit on New Year's Eve. His death is being investigated, but not ruled foul play.
- [County Planning Merit Awards 2025: Sea Bright Riverfront Park Recognized](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/county-planning-merit-awards-2025-sea-bright-riverfront-park-recognized/) - The Monmouth County Board of County Commissioners joined the Monmouth County Planning Board to honor seven recipients with 2025 merit awards during a December Planning Board meeting. A passive park on the Shrewsbury River near the new Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge that was planned in Superstorm Sandy's wake, was one of those projects honored. The 2025
- [Prosecutor: Auto Body Repair Company Owner Charged in $42K Fraud Scam](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-auto-body-repair-company-owner-charged-in-42k-fraud-scam/) - The owner of an area auto-body repair company has been charged with pilfering more than $42,000 from insurers, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Tuesday. Barry Barbella, 67, of Howell, with the business based in Englishtown, has been charged with third-degree forgery, third-degree theft, and third-degree uttering a forged instrument. An investigation
- [In Memoriam: Longtime Fair Havenite, Former PTA President, County Child Study Supervisor, Volunteer, Peggy Lancton](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-longtime-fair-havenite-former-pta-president-county-child-study-supervisor-volunteer-peggy-lancton/) - Longtime Fair Havenite, Margaret Ann "Peggy, Boots" Lindberg Lancton passed away peacefully on Saturday, Jan. 10, at her Fair Haven home. Born in Fredericton, New Brunswick, Canada to Dorothy and Malcolm Lindberg, at about the age of 9 she and her family moved to the upper west side of Manhattan, where she was raised as
- [Retro RFH Junior 'Pop' and Chill Lounging](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rfh-junior-pop-lounging/) - When chilly days and Mondays got RFH juniors a little down, they just copped a squat with a pop in the Junior Lounge. OK, so in these parts soda is what more midwesterners call pop. In this case, though, pop just sounds more fun. It also rhymes with cop — as in squat. Perfect together,
- [Retro Blizzard of '96 Among RFH Friends](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/going-back-blizzard-96/) - It's a classic snow story worth repeating ... Our Retro Pic of the Day takes us back to a blizzard that was true to its word. What was dubbed The Blizzard of '96 hit the Rumson-Fair Haven area with full force in early January of 1996. This one lived up to its promise to render everyone
- [In Memoriam: Lifetime Red Bank Resident, Fred Buonanno Jr., 94](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-lifetime-red-bank-resident-fred-buonanno-jr-94/) - Lifetime Red Bank resident, Federico "Fred" F. Buonanno Jr., passed away on Dec. 27, 2025, in Shrewsbury. He was 94. Born in Long Branch, Fred lived his entire life in Red Bank, with the exception of his final 18 months, when he lived at Sunrise at Shrewsbury. Visitation will be on Wednesday, Jan. 14, from
- [Scene Around: In with the New Community Leaders in Fair Haven](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/scene-around-in-with-the-new-community-leaders-in-fair-haven/) - New year, new council members, emergency responder line officers and all sorts of political appointees and contracts. That's how it goes every new year in every municipality. And Fair Haven is no exception. At the top of the visibility list is always newly elected governing body representatives. This year, with two outgoing Republicans, Kristen Hoey
- [Focus: Faces and Places; Community Cousins and Anchors of 2025](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/focus-faces-and-places-community-cousins-and-anchors-of-2025/) - Another year, more milestones, tradition and connection. That's how went in the Rumson-Fair Haven community in 2025. The usual. But always an unusually good ususal when Rumson and Fair Haven are home. This year brought with it some loss, some gain, some reuniting and traditions new and old taking hold — as usual. Yes, some
- [In Memoriam: Longtime Red Bank Resident, RBC Grad, Basketball Officiator, Educator, Tom Lopes, 83](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-longtime-red-bank-resident-rbc-grad-basketball-officiator-educator-tom-lopes-83/) - Longtime Red Bank resident and Red Bank Catholic High School (RBC) graduate, Thomas C. Lopes, passed away peacefully with family by his side on Saturday, Dec. 27, 2025, following a long and courageous battle with illness. He was 83. Thomas, affectionately known as “Tom”, was born on July 21st, 1942 in Union City, NJ to
- [Retro Prized Rumson Firemen Line-Up](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-prized-rumson-firemen-line-up/) - New year, new fire department line officers. That's how it goes. Since the dawn of Rumson, Fair Haven and all towns' time, reorganization has been a New Year rite of passage. So, in honor of celebrating the swearing in of new fire department line officers, we're taking you back to 1950 in Rumson. And while
- [The Art of Exploring the Ocean's Connection with Humanity](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/kimberly-callas-the-art-of-exploring-the-oceans-connection-with-humanity/) - The art of the connection between the ocean and humanity will soon be on display. Ocean Bodies, a solo exhibit by multimedia artist Kimberly Callas, will be hosted by Monmouth University at its Ice House Gallery starting Thursday. The exhibition will open on Feb. 6, with an evening reception from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., and
- [In Memoriam: Former Rumson Resident, Fred Kulawiec, 99](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-former-rumson-resident-fred-kulawiec-99/) - Former Rumson resident, Frederick "Fred" Eugene Kulawiec, "a beloved father, grandfather, and great-grandfather," passed away on Dec. 22, 2025. "Blessed with a long and outstanding life, Fred was 99 years old." Born in Newark on Oct. 2, 1926, to Antonio and Genevieve (Misiak) Kulawiec, Fred attended St. Casimir School and Eastside High School. Upon graduating
- [Police: Rumson Teen Party Busted](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/police-rumson-teen-party-busted/) - Rumson police have arrested two borough teens on charges in connection with underage drinking at a large Saturday party allegedly hosting juveniles. The 18-year-old Rumson party host was arrested and charged with maintaining a nuisance, serving alcoholic beverages to underage persons, and disorderly conduct after police responded to an 11 p.m. call reporting the party
- [Retro RFHers' Cheers to Auld Lang Syne](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rfhers-cheers-to-auld-lang-syne/) - A reprise from December of 2023, just because as a new year comes, remembering lifelong friendships and continuing to celebrate them, even when untimely loss hits, is true auld lang syne ... Cheers! Auld Lang Syne. The lyrics of the song are all about friendship — forever friends raising a glass and toasting to the
- [In Memoriam: RFH '80 Grad, Radio Personality, Karen Golembeski Lewis, 63](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-rfh-80-grad-radio-personality-karen-golembeski-lewis-63/) - Rumson-Fair Haven Regional High School (RFH) Class of 1980 graduate, radio personality, mom, daughter, sister, and friend to many, Karen Golembeski Lewis, "passed peacefully into the arms of Jesus on Dec. 26 to celebrate her 63rd birthday." Born on Dec. 26, 1962 in Jersey City, Karen graduated from RFH and then Ithaca College in 1984.
- [Retro RFH '80s Girls Auld Ichabod's Acquaintance](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rfh-80s-girls-auld-ichabods-acquaintance/) - Well, we know full well that in the rare event auld acquaintance be forgot, there's always a reminder of what was — and how unforgettable it is. This time the auld acquaintance is among a gaggle of girls who are all still friends from the RFH Class of '83. They dubbed themselves the original Brat Cheers to auld acquaintances never forgotten! We take you back to a classic Ichabod's getaway on Christmas night among 80s RFH girls.
- [In Memoriam: Area Orthopedic Surgeon, Bernie Murphy, 83](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-area-orthopedic-surgeon-bernie-murphy-83/) - Little Silver resident, Bernard Patrick Murphy, "a deeply committed husband, father, grandfather, and respected orthopedic surgeon," died peacefully at home on Dec. 28, surrounded by his family. He was 83. Bernie and Rita wintered at Johns Island Club in Vero Beach, FL, where together they enjoyed a life filled with friends, travel, and even more
- [Retro RFHers' Christmas Break Party Time](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rfhers-christmas-break-party-time/) - When the main Christmas festivities are over and Santa skips town, it's time for all good RFHers who are on that first college break to reunite and resume the reunion party before their graduation year ends. This party? Well, it was among an RFH couple and crew that somehow missed this pic in 1978. Fear
- [In Memoriam: Red Bank Native, RBC Grad, Jonathan Burden, 56](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-red-bank-native-rbc-grad-jonathan-burden-56/) - Red Bank native and Red Bank Catholic High School (RBC) graduate, Jonathan Burden, passed away suddenly on Dec. 1 at his Red Bank home. He was 56. Jonathan was born on Jan. 7, 1969, in Red Bank, to Mary Lou and Charles Burden. He graduated from Red Bank Catholic High School in 1987 and earned
- [Prosecutor: Former Red Bank Church Pastor Charged with Repeated Aggravated Sexual Assault of Juvenile Parishioner](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-former-red-bank-church-pastor-charged-with-repeated-aggravated-sexual-assault-of-juvenile-parishioner/) - A former Red Bank church pastor has been arrested and charged with the repeated aggravated sexual assault of a juvenile parishioner, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Monday. Enrique Molina, 50, has been charged with: two counts of first-degree aggravated sexual assault, four counts of second-degree endangering the welfare of a child, three
- [In Memoriam: Longtime Red Bank Resident, Holy Cross, RBC Grad, Jeri Held, 81](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-longtime-red-bank-resident-holy-cross-rbc-grad-jeri-held-81/) - Longtime Red Bank resident, Geraldine "Jeri" Kimmel Held, passed peacefully on Christmas Eve with her husband of 61 years, Gregory, and their children by her side. Jeri was a beloved member of The Church of St. Anselm (Wayside), "where her last activity was singing with the choir, a fitting preparation to meet God face-to-face in
- [In Memoriam: Red Bank Resident, Suburban Pharmacy Owner, Alice Condina, 88](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-red-bank-resident-suburban-pharmacy-owner-alice-condina-88/) - Red Bank resident, Alice Condina, passed away on Dec. 18. She was 88. Alice was predeceased by: her husband of 65 years, Joseph L. Condina; her parents, Larry and Marie Vernol; her in-laws, Joseph and Fortuna Condina; her brother and sisters, Eugene Vernol, Joan Buenaga, and Julie Brown; as well as sisters-in-law, Maria Burgess and
- [Rumson Police Investigating Saturday Night Motor Vehicle Burglary](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/rumson-police-investigating-saturday-night-motor-vehicle-burglary/) - Rumson police are investigating a Saturday night motor vehicle burglary. The burglary happened between 8 and 8:15 p.m. in the area of Bellvue and Heathcliff avenues, police said in a released statement. The alleged burglar was described as wearing dark clothes with a hood and neck gaiter that covered the face. The person was seen
- [In Memoriam: Longtime Fair Havenite, Wade A. Davis, 83](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-longtime-fair-havenite-wade-a-davis-83/) - Longtime Fair Havenite, Wade A. Davis, passed away on Dec. 29 after a long and courageous battle with Parkinson’s disease. He was 83. He graduated from Atlantic Highlands High School and was employed by Andersen Equipment Service in Atlantic Highlands for 25 years. Then in 1989, he formed his own company, Davis Equipment Sales, Inc.,
- [A First Fair Haven Christmas](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/1965-fair-haven-christmas/) - The annual Christmas reprise from R-FH Retro ... Merry Christmas, Rumson and Fair Havenites! Cherish your day, make those memories and hold on tight to them. One day they will be your best Christmas present. Our Retro Pic of the Day takes you back to 1964 and a first Christmas in Fair Haven for this
- [Rumson Police: DUI in School Zone, Alcohol & Minors, Marijuana](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/rumson-police-report-dui-school-zone-serving-alcohol-minor-marijuana-possession/) - The following arrests were made and reported by Rumson police. An arrest does not constitute a conviction. • Robert Brown, 24, of the Lincroft section of Middletown, was arrested on June 18 and charged with driving under the influence (DUI) in a school zone by Patrolman Donald Schneider. • Ernesto Antonio-Cruz, 22, of Bound Brook,
- [Prosecutor: SUV vs. Bicycle Accident Leaves Cyclist Hospitalized](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-suv-vs-bicycle-accident-leaves-cyclist-hospitalized/) - An accident on Monday evening between a motorist and a bicyclist in Atlantic Highlands is under investigation, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Tuesday. At approximately 5:45 p.m. on Monday, Atlantic Highlands police responded to the area of Route 36 and First Avenue on a report of a collision. There, first responders found
- [Santa Lapped: 'Ho, No!'](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/santa-lapped-ho-no/) - A reprise of Santa trauma originally posted in 2021 ... Classic! We have a once, twice, teetering on three times the misery in this Santa pose.
- [Prosecutor: Area Man Convicted of Crack Cocaine Dealing, Possession](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-area-man-convicted-of-crack-cocaine-dealing-possession/) - An area man has been convicted of crack cocaine dealing and possession charges, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Monday. Following a one-week trial before Monmouth County Superior Court Judge Jason Rockwell, 50-year-old Timothy Bethea, of Tinton Falls, was found guilty by a jury on charges of: second-degree possession of a controlled dangerous
- [In Memoriam: Little Silver Resident, Beverly Blanchet Reiss, 90](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-little-silver-resident-beverly-blanchet-reiss-90/) - Little Silver resident, Beverly Blanchet Reiss, passed away at home on Dec. 19. She was 90. Beverly was the second of five daughters of Lucille and G. Arthur Blanchet. Beverly graduated from Marymount College, Tarrytown, NY, and was a longstanding communicant of The Church of the Nativity, Fair Haven. Beverly was predeceased by: her eldest
- [In Memoriam: Red Bank-Raised RBC Grad, Renowned Seamstress, Carmela Gambacorto Garthwait, 87](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-red-bank-raised-rbc-grad-renowned-seamstress-carmela-gambacorto-garthwait-87/) - Red Bank-raised Red Bank Catholic High School graduate and renowned seamstress, Carmela Garthwait (nee Gambacorto), passed away peacefully on Dec. 18, surrounded by family. She was 87. Born in Long Branch on Oct. 6, 1938 to the late Tina and James Gambacorto Sr., Carmela was raised in Red Bank and graduated from Red Bank Catholic
- [Scene Around: A Solstice Celebration Walk](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/scene-around-a-solstice-celebration-walk/) - Sometimes in the chill of the night, the way is lit toward the warmth of community. That way was a serene solstice walking path lit on Sunday by the Fair Haven Fields Natural Area Committee and friends. The group took a little lantern-dotted serenity walk through the borough's Natural Area, taking in the wooded nature,
- [In Memoriam: Former Longtime Rumsonite, Little Silver Resident Abi Mayans, 101](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-former-longtime-rumsonite-little-silver-resident-abi-mayans-101/) - Former longtime Rumsonite Peregrina Mayans, of Little Silver, passed away peacefully at home in Little Silver on December 17 at the age of 101. In addition to Miguel, Maryellen, Michael, and Elena, Abi is survived by her younger sister, Aurora Bermudez, of La Coruña, and by several nephews and nieces living across Spain. A mass
- [Prosecutor: 20-Year-Old Area Man Facing Attempted Murder, Weapons Charges in Shooting](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-20-year-old-area-man-facing-attempted-murder-weapons-charges-in-shooting/) - A 20-year-old area man is facing attempted murder and weapons possession charges stemming from a Tuesday shooting incident, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Friday. Jordan Woolfolk, of Freehold Borough, has been charged with two counts of first-degree attempted murder, along with single counts of second-degree unlawful possession of a weapon (handgun), second-degree
- [Retro 'Ho No' Santa Trauma](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-ho-no-santa-trauma-iii/) - We're bringing this scary Santa gem back from the 2018 archives. Originally posted on Dec. 12, 2018, this is the stuff priceless scary Santa pics are made of ... This one was from 2010. We wish these older now twins a very happy holiday and thanks for the bowl full of jello belly laugh! Sometimes
- [In Memoriam: Longtime Sea Bright Resident, Bob Morrone, 80](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-longtime-sea-bright-resident-bob-morrone-80/) - Longtime Sea Bright resident, Robert “Bob” James Morrone, passed away on Saturday, Dec. 13, at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital in New Brunswick. He was 80. Born on May 18, 1945, in Jersey City, New Jersey, to Vincent Morrone and Antoinette (Bellino) Morrone, Bob lived in Yardley, PA before Sea Bright. He was the beloved
- [Retro RFH Holiday-Spirited Tower Singing](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/chorus-rfh-style-past/) - It's that time of the year when the Rumson-Fair Haven Regional High School Tower Singers sing — in that traditional winter concert. And they've sung. The instrumental groups play, too. We've already reprised that part of those concert times of yesteryear, ironically, with the death of RFH's former longtime instrumental director, Ken Walters. In our
- [In Memoriam: Little Silver-Raised, Holy Cross, RBC Grad, Peter Marrin, 47](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-little-silver-raised-holy-cross-rbc-grad-peter-marrin-47/) - Little Silver-raised Red Bank Catholic High School graduate, Peter Tompkins Marrin, of Long Branch, passed away unexpectedly at home of natural causes on Dec. 15. He was 47. Born in Red Bank to Richard Marrin and Gail Cooper Marrin on Jan. 5, 1978, Peter grew up in Little Silver, the youngest of six children. He
- [Prosecutor: Three Area Men Indicted on Murder Charges Stemming from March Homicide](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-three-area-men-indicted-on-murder-charges-stemming-from-march-homicide/) - Three area men have been indicted on murder and weapons charges stemming from the March fatal shooting of an 18-year-old, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Tuesday. Aiden Terlecki, 19, of Middletown, Joshua Moore, 21, of Neptune Township, and Jahsaad M. Banks, 19, of Asbury Park, have been charged with one count each
- [A Tale of Firehouse Santa Tradition](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tradition-fire-house-santa-pics/) - Because Santa Claus is everywhere these days ... our annual reprise ... By Elaine Van Develde It's that time of the year when a longstanding Fair Haven tradition comes to mind and heart — those classic kid photos at the firehouse with Santa. There's the park. Then there's the firehouse. That was today, Sunday. I remember
- [In Memoriam: Red Bank Native, Former Little Silver Resident and Longtime School Secretary, Donna Mazza, 81](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-red-bank-native-former-little-silver-resident-and-longtime-school-secretary-donna-mazza-81/) - Red Bank-raised former Little Silver resident and longtime Markham Place School principal's secretary, Donna Lee Matthews Mazza, more recently of Tinton Falls, passed away peacefully on Dec. 12. She was 81. Born on Oct. 9, 1944, in Red Bank, Donna was a lifelong Monmouth County resident "whose warmth, dedication, and love for family and friends
- [In Memoriam: Former Longtime RFH Band Director Ken Walters, 96](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-former-longtime-rfh-band-director-ken-walters-96/) - Former longtime Rumson-Fair Haven Regional High School (RFH) Band Director Ken Walters, formerly of West Long Branch, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Friday morning, Dec. 12. He was 96. Born on Dec. 17, 1928, in New York, NY, Ken spent much of his youth in Shreveport, LA, where he discovered his lifelong passion for
- [Retro RFH Winter Concert Players](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rfh-winter-concert-players/) - All RFH concerts have singers and players — of the Tower variety. The RFH Tower Singers sang around the towns over the weekend. And then there are those annual RFH Winter Concerts. The singers sing holiday songs and the players of various RFH instrumental ensembles play. At times, in RFH history, the two did meet
- [Prosecutor: Area 18-Year-Old Charged with Attempted Murder, Weapons Possession in Shooting](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-area-18-year-old-charged-with-attempted-murder-weapons-possession-in-shooting/) - An area teen has been charged with attempted murder and weapons offenses in connection with a September shooting incident, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Friday. Calvin Joseph, 18, of Asbury Park, was charged with one count of first-degree attempted murder, one count of second-degree unlawful possession of a weapon (handgun), and one
- [Camping in a Historic Spot Comes to Sandy Hook](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/camping-in-a-historic-spot-comes-to-sandy-hook/) - Camping steeped in Cold War history has come to the National Park Service Gateway National Recreation Area's Sandy Hook Unit. The group camping area at Sandy Hook is now open to the public for the first time, hosting groups of up to 30 campers. The Sandy Hook Foundation, the official nonprofit partner to Sandy Hook,
- [In Memoriam: Longtime Red Bank Resident, George Doherty Jr., 95](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-longtime-red-bank-resident-george-doherty-jr-95/) - Longtime Red Bank resident, George Doherty Jr., passed away peacefully on Wednesday, June 25. He was 95. Born on May 3, 1930, to George and Elizabeth Doherty, George’s early years were spent in Parkchester in the Bronx, "where he met the love of his life, Doris Moody." He was predeceased by his wife, Doris. George A service is set for July 11.
- [Scene Around: RFH Tower Singers' Holiday Serenading](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/scene-around-rfh-tower-singers-holiday-serenading/) - Oh, those Rumson-Fair Haven Regional High School (RFH) Tower Singers have been singing up a winter storm. The group over the weekend hit a high note with its holiday caroling, sprinkling a little music and joy around the towns. Decked out in Santa and reindeer regalia, they regaled all with some holiday-spirited tunes and smiles.
- [Prosecutor: Area Man Gets 17 Years for 2023 Attempted Murder](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-area-man-gets-17-years-for-2023-attempted-murder/) - An area man has been sentenced to 17 years in state prison on attempted murder and weapons charges stemming from a 2023 shooting incident outside his girlfriend’s home, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Thursday. Pietro A. Ventricelli, 47, of Howell, was sentenced on Tuesday by Monmouth County Superior Court Judge Joseph W.
- [RFH Student-Athletes' College Commitments Signed](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/rfh-student-athletes-college-commitments-signed/) - Letters of Intent are signed. It's official. Four more Rumson-Fair Haven Regional High School (RFH) senior student-athletes have committed to their chosen colleges — athletically and academically. Flanked by families, friends, coaches, teammates, teachers and administrators, the RFH student-athletes donned their new college colors and signed the letters, cementing their commitments on Dec. 4. These
- [Retro Scary Santa Gag-n-Smile](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-scary-santa-gag-n-smile/) - Gag me with a ... Santa? It's not every kid whose Santa picture time involves trying to cram a fist down the throat mid-scream. It's just (well, so far) little Emma Van Horn — ohhhh, so many years ago. While it's true that this Santa's teeth are freakishly pearly white and he's uncharacteristically toothy-grinned at
- [Prosecutor: Grand Jury Clears Fair Haven Cop Involved in 2024 Rumson Suspect Chase Shooting](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-grand-jury-clears-fair-haven-cop-involved-in-2024-rumson-suspect-chase-shooting/) - A Monmouth County Grand Jury has declined to file criminal charges against a Fair Haven police officer in connection with a 2024 non-fatal police-involved shooting in Rumson, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Tuesday. Fair Haven Police Patrolman Brooks Robinson’s use of deadly force stemming from the Rumson incident was investigated by the
- [Rumson, Fair Haven Schools Rate Among Top in State](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/rumson-fair-haven-schools-rate-among-top-in-state/) - It was a very good year in academia for a few Rumson and Fair Haven schools. U.S. News and World Report in late November released its comprehensive 2025 ranking of the state's top elementary/middle schools. After reviewing and rating roughly 47,000 elementary and middle schools nationwide and 2,339 in New Jersey, the report cited that
- [Retro Sea Bright Santa Stop and Shop](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-sea-bright-shop-santa-time/) - A reprise, just because Santa times have begun and this is a classic Sea Bright Santa moment of yesteryear between two RFH grad sisters ... Ca Ching! Santa really knew how to "sleigh" kids in the '60s! As you wait for the jolly big guy in red to hit that rooftop or shimmy down the
- [Prosecutor: Area Man Indicted on Witness Retaliation Charge in Murder Trial](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-area-man-indicted-on-witness-retaliation-charge-in-murder-trial/) - An area man has been indicted on a witness retaliation charge stemming from threats made against a witness who testified in a 2024 murder trial, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Friday. Jaisun Z. Brown, 21, has been charged with second-degree witness retaliation in connection with the incident. The case background ... An
- [Prosecutor: 24-Year-Old Area Man Indicted on Attempted Murder, Weapons Charges](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-24-year-old-area-man-indicted-on-attempted-murder-weapons-charges/) - A 24-year-old area man has been indicted on attempted murder and weapons charges stemming from a September shooting incident, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Friday. Zion J. Langhorne, of Tinton Falls, has been charged with first-degree attempted murder, second-degree unlawful possession of a weapon (handgun), second-degree possession of a weapon for an
- [In Memoriam: Red Bank Resident, Amy Donington, 59](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-red-bank-resident-amy-donington-59/) - Red Bank resident and "deeply beloved mother, daughter, sister, friend, and member of her community," Amy Donington, passed away on Sunday Nov. 23, after a hard-willed fight against pancreatic cancer. She was 59. Born at Overlook Hospital in Summit and raised in Millburn and Short Hills, Amy attended Saint Rose of Lima Elementary School in
- [Retro RFHers' Cool Campus Hangout](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rfhers-cool-campus-hangout/) - A winter version reprise, by popular demand in honor of Toni Pomphrey, who worked there and recently passed away, and Lisa Preston, the RFH Class of '75 girl at the counter who also passed and just had a birthday ... Campus was a "free period" hot spot, as RFH dinosaurs know ... It's all about
- [Rumson Police Report: Drugs, Burglary Warrant, DUIs, Disorderly, Obstruction](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/rumson-police-report-drugs-burglary-warrant-duis-disorderly-obstruction/) - The following November arrests were reported by Rumson police. An arrest does not constitute a conviction. Arrests Nicholas Savino, 54, of Old Bridge, was arrested in the area of Ridge and Hance roads on Nov. 27 and charged with driving under the influence of alcohol/drugs (DUI) by Patrolman Donald Morse. Emma Cosgrove, 18, of Rumson,
- [In Memoriam: Former Longtime Rumsonite, Toni Pomphrey, 85](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-former-longtime-rumsonite-toni-pomphrey-85/) - Former longtime Rumsonite Antoinette Jean Pomphrey, affectionately known as Toni, more recently of Shrewsbury Township, passed away at home surrounded by her family on Thursday, Nov. 6. She was 85. Born June 10, 1940 in Long Branch to Frank and Mary Puglisi, Toni went on to graduate from Red Bank Regional High School and have
- [Retro RFH Cheer for the Boys](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/a-retro-rfh-powder-puff-cheer/)
- [In Memoriam: Fair Haven Resident, Michele Loughran, 58](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-fair-haven-resident-michele-loughran-58/) - Fair Haven resident, "beloved wife, mother, sister, and cherished friend," Michele Loughran, passed away on Friday surrounded by her family. She was 58. Michele brought beauty, grace, and love into the lives of all who knew her. Michele proudly served the United States Department of Justice for nearly 32 years, offering dedication, expertise, and unwavering
- [A Retro Happy Thanksgiving from the Kids' Table](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-happy-thanksgiving-kids-table/) - Our annual Thanksgiving tribute to the kids' table ... Remember that? Happy Thanksgiving, all! Stay safe. Stay healthy. Enjoy! It's Thanksgiving, and, yes, it's all about giving thanks. So, the Retro Pic of the Day is an ode to just that. It's a snapshot back in time to the 1960s with a sibling duo from
- [Old News: Giving Thanks for Missing Spouses, Turkeys, Butts, Beer and a Banshee of a Doctor](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/old-news-giving-thanks-for-missing-spouses-turkeys-butts-beer-and-a-banshee-of-a-doctor/) - To have or have not on Turkey Day ... There were things that were a focal part of tradition on Thanksgiving Day decades ago — in the 1948 Red Bank Register archives, to be exact. Those things are traditions rarely shared, much less championed and advertised now. But, hey, everyone has to live a little
- [Old News: Giving Thanks for a 1948 Playground, $1 Butts, $2.50 Dinner, Missing Spouses, a Rat War and Verga's Midnight Bath](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/old-news-giving-thanks-for-a-1948-playground-1-butts-2-50-dinner-missing-spouses-a-rat-war-vergas-midnight-bath/) - There's been a lot of hoopla over the new hoops at the revamped McCarter Park in Fair Haven. And it was 76 years ago that the original "playground" seed was sown and there were some pre-Thanksgiving headlines and ads that would make your gravy-sopped, turkey-lovin' head spin. So, the ribbon was cut on the refurbished
- [Retro RFH Football Halftime Show Folk](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rfh-football-halftime/) - It's not all about the game when it comes to RFH's football games. Games have always been a very entertaining full-on production, featuring a big halftime show. And, back in the day, that classic RFH-RBC rivalry game always one of the showiest, most unique halftimes of all high schools. They featured, twirlers, color guard, marching
- [In Memoriam: Red Bank Resident Barbara Grant, 90](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-red-bank-resident-barbara-grant-90/) - Red Bank resident Barbara Grant passed away peacefully at her home on Nov. 14. She was 90. Barbara was born on June 11, 1935, in White Plains, NY. A graduate of Syracuse University, Barbara spent the summer before her senior year working at Continental Can Company to finance a move from the family home to
- [Retro RFH Thanksgiving Touchdown](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rfh-football-homecoming-game/) - If some old RFHers had a pre-Thanksgiving turkey wishbone to yank on, they may be hoping to pull the bigger end to make a wish to revisit their own RFH Thanksgiving Day Homecoming game. Yes, the homecoming of today is already over and the RFH Dawgs are already on the state championship path. But, back
- [Prosecutor: Area Man Arrested, Charged with Sexual Assault of 13- and 16-Year-Old](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-area-man-arrested-charged-with-sexual-assault-of-13-and-16-year-old/) - An area man has been arrested and charged with committing sexual crimes against two children, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Monday. Raul F. Lopez, a/k/a Lee Escobar, 45, of Long Branch, has been charged with first-degree aggravated sexual assault, second-degree sexual assault, two counts of third-degree endangering the welfare of a child,
- [In Memoriam: Red Bank-Raised, RBH '53 Grad, Community 'Firebrand,' Barbara 'Bobbie' Thorpe, 89](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-red-bank-raised-rbh-53-grad-community-firebrand-barbara-bobbie-thorpe-89/) - Red Bank-raised Red Bank High School graduate, Barbara "Bobbie" Thorpe, of the Lincroft section of Middletown, passed away on Nov. 20, "just four days shy of her 90th birthday." She was 89. She was known as "a firebrand for many local issues," friend Don Watson commented on her obituary. "Barbara will always be an inspiration
- [Retro RFH Tower Players Play Time](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rfh-tower-players-play-time-2/) - Tonight, the RFH Tower Players are opening their fall show of the school year — Frozen Jr.. The RFH shows of this era are always billed as Tower Players plays, because, of course, it's the drama club. But, in the age of the RFH Tower Player dinosaur, playing with the Tower Players was a bit
- [Curtain to Go Up on RFH Tower Players' 'Frozen Jr.'](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/curtain-to-go-up-on-rfh-tower-players-frozen-jr/) - Call it a cool production. The curtain goes up Friday on the Rumson-Fair Haven Regional High School (RFH) Tower Players in their fall musical production of Frozen Jr.; and the show will run through Sunday. With the book by Jennifer Lee and music and lyrics by Kristen Anderson-Lopez and Robert Lopez, the show is a
- [In Memoriam: Native Red Banker, Longtime Little Silver Resident, Vaccarelli's Bakery Owner, Chick Vaccarelli Jr., 97](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-native-red-banker-longtime-little-silver-resident-vaccarellis-bakery-owner-chick-vaccarelli-jr-97/) - Native Red Banker, longtime Little Silver resident, owner of Vaccarelli's Bakery, James V. “Chick” Vaccarelli Jr., "beloved father, grandfather, and great-grandfather," passed away peacefully on Nov. 15. He was 97. Born to immigrant parents, James and Maria Vaccarelli, owners of Vaccarelli’s Bakery (1918 – 2001) in Red Bank, Chick was the youngest of six children.
- [In Memoriam: Longtime Sea Bright Resident, Musician, Former Drummer in Tim McLoone's Atlantic Coast Band, Carl Wendelken, 78](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-longtime-sea-bright-resident-musician-former-drummer-in-tim-mcloones-atlantic-coast-band-carl-wendelken-78/) - Longtime Sea Bright resident, musician and former drummer in Tim McLoone's 1970s Atlantic Coast Band, Carl Wendelken, passed away on Sunday, Nov. 16, at Riverview Medical Center in Red Bank after a long illness. He was 78. Born in 1947 and raised in Cranford, Carl came to Monmouth County in the 1960s to attend then
- [Prosecutor: 24-Year-Old Man Indicted on Vehicular Homicide Charge in 2024 Fatal Crash](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-24-year-old-man-indicted-on-vehicular-homicide-charge-in-2024-fatal-crash/) - A 24-year-old man has been indicted on a vehicular homicide charge stemming from the death of a driver in a 2024 head-on collision, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Thursday. Deryn R. Gomez, 24, of Brick, has been indicted on the second-degree charge stemming from the incident. The case background ... On Oct.
- [Police Report: Assaults on Police, Theft, Drugs, Weapons, Aggravated Assault, Evidence Tampering, Criminal Mischief, DWI, Disorderly](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/police-report-assaults-on-police-theft-drugs-weapons-aggravated-assault-evidence-tampering-criminal-mischief-dwi-disorderly/) - The following October criminal incidents and arrests were reported by Red Bank police. An arrest does not constitute a conviction. Criminal Incidents • The theft of a white mountain bicycle, valued at $50, from the area of Water Street was reported on Oct. 28. Patrolman Frank Metta took the report. • The theft of a Criminal incidents and arrests reported by Red Bank police.
- [Final Vote Count: Fair Haven Council Election Split-Ticket Win Stands](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/final-vote-count-fair-haven-council-election-split-ticket-win-stands/) - All of the votes have been counted now. It's official. The Fair Haven Borough Council election winners remain the same as when the unofficial results came in on election night. Numbers bumped up for all, Democrat Christina Malecki was still the top vote-getter, winning a final total of 1,577 votes. Republican Kevin Griffin garnering the
- [Prosecutor: 36-Year-Old Middletown HS North Teacher Pleads Guilty to Sexual Assault of Student](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-36-year-old-middletown-hs-north-teacher-pleads-guilty-to-sexual-assault-of-student/) - A 36-year-old Middletown High School North teacher has pleaded guilty to the sexual assault of a student at his school, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Wednesday. During a hearing held before Monmouth County Superior Court Judge Henry P. Butehorn earlier this week, the teacher, Justin McGhee, of Ocean Township, who also
- [Retro RFH Football Tackle Turkeys](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-look-rfh-football/) - Thanksgiving is coming and football is still being served up at RFH, but no longer on the big turkey day as it was for decades. And back in the day, in the 1970s, RFH's big football rivalry game, always against Red Bank Catholic, was on the table to start just about everyone's Thanksgiving Day —
- [RFH Student-Athletes' Signing of College Commitment](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/rfh-student-athletes-signing-of-college-commitment/) - Six Rumson-Fair Haven Regional High School (RFH) student-athletes have made their college choices official. Last week, on Wednesday, Nov. 12, they signed Letters of Intent, promising to continue their academic and athletic careers at the colleges and universities of their choice. Flanked by their families, friends, coaches, teammates, teachers, and administrators, the athletes donned their
- [In Memoriam: Longtime Rumsonite, Mom, Travel Agency Owner, Adventurer, Terri Hidu, 88](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-longtime-rumsonite-mom-travel-agency-owner-adventurer-terri-hidu-89/) - Longtime Rumsonite, mom, travel agency business owner, adventurer, Mary Theresa "Terri" Hidu passed away, "invited to receive communion at the Lord’s heavenly table," on Monday, Nov. 10. She was 88, just 12 hours short of her 89th birthday. Terri, originally spelled Terry (with a y), grew up in Bridgeport, CT, where her family stayed for nearly
- [Scene Around: Reunited RFH Icons' Family Prayers Answered](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/scene-around-reunited-rfh-icons-family-prayers-answered/) - It was about time that three families of area icons reunited and said a little prayer or several together. The time was Saturday and the prayers came in the form of a mass at Rumson's Holy Cross Church for iconic Rumson-Fair Haven Regional High School (RFH) coaches/teachers Hal Lorme and Tom Botti and their wives,
- [In Memoriam: 69-Year Fair Havenite, 'Miss Iris' Sears, 92](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-69-year-fair-havenite-miss-iris-sears-92/) - Sixty-nine-year Fair Haven resident, Iris Rousseve Sears, affectionately known as “Miss Iris,” passed away peacefully at "92 years young" at home with her family by her side on Tuesday, Nov. 11. Calling Fair Haven her home for most of her life, Miss Iris lived all over the globe before settling in the borough as a
- [In Memoriam: Longtime Rumson and Fair Haven Resident, Jay Darby, 87](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-longtime-rumson-and-fair-haven-resident-jay-darby-87/) - Longtime Rumson and Fair Haven resident James Joseph “Jay” Darby passed away on Saturday, Nov. 8, at home surrounded by his family. He was 87. Jay was born and raised in Jersey City to Madeline (Sheridan) and James E. Darby. He attended Oratory Preparatory School and went on to study at the University of Dayton
- [Old Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge Concrete to Get New Life as Fishing Reef](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/old-rumson-sea-bright-bridge-concrete-to-get-new-life-as-fishing-reef/) - Monmouth County officials fished for a way to preserve a big chunk of Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge history while supporting the area's ecosystem and found one. The concrete from the old bridge that is being demolished will be shipped to a designated spot off Sandy Hook to be repurposed as part of a new fishing reef
- [Retro RFH Cool Guys' Game & Ride](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rfh-joy-ride/)
- [The R-FH Area Weekend: A Memorial Mass and A Reunion For All](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/the-r-fh-area-weekend-a-memorial-mass-and-a-reunion-for-all/) - With the chill in the fall air and thoughts starting to turn to turkey and football, old-school RFHers are thinking homecoming. November used to be the time of year for such a thing. And it's happening in a couple different ways pre-Thanksgiving this year in Rumson. On the same day, this Saturday, there will be
- [Retro RFH Basketball Team Slam Dunk](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rfh-boys-basketball-champs/) - With the start of RFH Boys Basketball season coming and a memorial mass set for Saturday to honor a past iconic coach, Tom Botti (left), thoughts have turned back to the high school's teams of yesteryear. Those faces may still be familiar to RFH dinosaurs extraordinaire, but to the teammates of today, those uniforms are
- [Scene Around: Rumson Policing with a Special Friend](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/scene-around-rumson-policing-with-a-special-friend/) - Rumson police on Friday hosted a visit from a special new friend. That friend was bearing an in-person gift of bridging a gap in understanding protecting and serving between law enforcement and special needs people. The department was the 513th to spend time with Alex Mann, a young autistic man from Pennsylvania whose mission has
- [An R-FH Area Veterans' Homage](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/an-r-fh-area-veterans-homage/) - [Best_Wordpress_Gallery id="62" gal_title="Veterans"] [Best_Wordpress_Gallery id="63" gal_title="Veterans"] Our annual Veterans Day tribute ... (Click one of the photos in the above gallery to enlarge and scroll.) Their faces are the faces at the core of a close-knit community. Some have passed. Some are still with us. They are cherished. They are veterans. They were and are
- [Retro RFH Class in Gym](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rfh-gym-class/) - A reprise (originally posted on March 15, 2017, in honor of RFH gym teacher Lynn Broten, who recently passed away ... With the sting of the first fall frost and longing for that breath of warm fresh air, thoughts turn to days spent in the young teen sweat-infused gym at RFH. Oh, the ritual of
- [In Memoriam: Rumson-Raised Former Longtime RFH Teacher, Coach, Lynn Broten, 83](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-rumson-raised-former-longtime-rfh-teacher-coach-lynn-broten-83/) - Former longtime Rumson-Fair Haven Regional High School (RFH) gym teacher and coach and vice principal, Caroll "Lynn" Broten, more recently of Tinton Falls, passed away peacefully at Riverview Medical Center in Red Bank of complications due to COPD on Oct. 30. She was 83. Born in Newark in December of 1943, Lynn's early years were
- [In Memoriam: Red Bank Resident, Carol Crimoli, 76](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-red-bank-resident-carol-crimoli-76/) - Red Bank resident Carol Crimoli, 76, also of Fort Lauderdale, FL, passed away peacefully on Friday, Nov.7. She was 76. Born in Staten Island, NY to Aldo and Theresa Bertolini, Carol graduated from Curtis High School and received both her bachelor's and master's degrees from the College of Staten Island. She worked for almost three
- [Rumson Police Report: Terroristic Threats, Disorderly, Obstruction](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/rumson-police-report-terroristic-threats-disorderly-obstruction/) - The following October arrests were reported by Rumson police. An arrest does not constitute a conviction. Arrests • Shane Harrington, 42, of Rumson, was arrested in the area of Narumson and Forrest avenues on Oct. 5 and charged with terroristic threats by Patrolman Joseph Pignataro. • Sharon Shaffrey, 53, of the Leonardo section of Middletown,
- [Retro Sea Bright Corner of Melody, Sail & Cheers](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-sea-bright-corner-of-melody-sail-cheers/) - TGIF! Do you know where your imbibing fun-seekers were giving their thanks for the weekend in the '70s and '80s? No, not Cheers. It was a younger, hipper flashback Sea Bright version of it, though. The gathering spot was the iconic Melody Corner/Sail Inn. At the time it was owned by Ron Heinzman, who, for
- [Prosecutor: Drug Supplier Pleads Guilty to Reckless Manslaughter of Man](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-drug-supplier-pleads-guilty-to-reckless-manslaughter-of-man/) - A 40-year-old man has pleaded guilty to supplying a man with the drugs that killed him in 2023, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Friday. During a hearing held Monday before Monmouth County Superior Court Judge Jill G. O’Malley, Paul R. Clites, of Jackson, pleaded guilty to one count of second-degree reckless manslaughter
- [Prosecutor: Pedestrian Killed in Tuesday Accident; Investigation Ensues](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-pedestrian-killed-in-tuesday-accident-investigation-ensues/) - A Tuesday evening accident that resulted in the death of a female pedestrian is under investigation, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Thursday. In Ocean Township on Tuesday, Nov. 4, at 5:36 p.m., police responded to the area of Route 35 and Sunset Avenue on a report of a crash involving a vehicle
- [In Memoriam: Former Fair Havenite Charles Lowden, 92](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-former-fair-havenite-charles-lowden-92/) - Former Fair Havenite Charles Edward Lowden passed away peacefully on Oct. 31. He was 92. He was born on August 18, 1933 in Manhattan, NY to his parents, the late Ann T. McMahon Lowden and Charles S. Lowden. He moved to Jersey City at age seven. He attended Saint Paul’s Grammar School until 1947, where
- [Tight Fair Haven Council Race Shows Split-Ticket Victory](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tight-fair-haven-council-race-shows-split-ticket-victory/) - The unofficial election results are in; and, after what turned out to be a very tight race for two Fair Haven Borough Council seats, it looks like party tickets split, seating one Democrat and one Republican on the governing body dais, unless yet-to-be-counted provisional, mail-in and cure letter ballots change that. Both newcomers to the
- [In Memoriam: Little Silver Resident, Shrewsbury River Yacht Club Member, Bob McIntyre, 78](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-little-silver-resident-shrewsbury-river-yacht-club-member-bob-mcintyre-78/) - Little Silver resident, Robert “Bob” Frank McIntyre, passed away peacefully at home on Thursday, Oct. 30. He was 78. Born in Kearny to the late Frank McIntyre and Muriel Boyd, Bob was the oldest brother to his siblings Peggy Gordon, Wendy McIntyre, Sue McIntyre Forfar, Frank “Sandy”McIntyre and Dan Larrimore. Bob grew up in Kearny
- [Retro RFH Political Clubbing](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rfh-political-clubbing/) - A reprise of an RFH classic from 2016, just because it's that time again ... Election Day is here. And, as usual, political season has been in full swing in more ways than one — punches are being thrown in all directions. It's why they call it silly season. But, let's take the focus off the
- [In Memoriam: Longtime Rumsonite, Catherine Altavilla, 88](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-longtime-rumsonite-catherine-altavilla-88/) - Longtime Rumsonite, Catherine Julia Altavilla, passed away peacefully, with her family by her side, on Tuesday, Oct. 28. She was 88. Born and raised in Wilkes-Barre, PA, Catherine was a proud graduate of Hanover High School, Class of 1954. Catherine was predeceased by: her beloved husband of 56 years, Anthony D. Altavilla, "Together, they shared
- [In Memoriam: Longtime Popular RBR, RFH Teacher, Mater Dei Coach, John Quinn, 69](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-longtime-popular-rbr-rfh-teacher-mater-dei-coach-john-quinn/) - Longtime popular Red Bank Regional (RBR), Rumson-Fair Haven Regional (RFH) and Holmdel high schools teacher, coach, husband, father and grandfather, John Quinn, passed away on Oct. 30. He was 69. Born in Newark to Marion (Logan) Quinn and John Quinn, he has been a resident of Shrewsbury for more than 30 years. While at Manhattan
- [Rumson and Fair Haven Elections 2024: What You Need to Know](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/rumson-and-fair-haven-elections-2024-what-you-need-to-know/) - As people go to the polls to vote in Rumson and Fair Haven on Tuesday, there are some facts about the boroughs' governing bodies and their function and history that may have eluded many. So, the notion in mind that an informed voter is a better voter, here are some facts that may enlighten and
- [Retro RFH Ghostly Halloween Haunting](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/falling-retro-rfh-ghosts/) - A reprise from 2017, just because ... BOO! Scary season has set in ... in more ways than one. People in the Rumson-Fair Haven area have been haunting up their homes, crafting costumes and getting into the spirit. So, why not add a little extra retro spooking from RFH students of the past? BOO who
- [Prosecutor: Red Bank Deaths Being Investigated](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-red-bank-deaths-being-investigated/) - After two people were found dead in a Red Bank residence on Thursday, a joint investigation between the Monmouth County Prosecutor's Office Major Crimes Bureau and Red Bank police ensued. The Prosecutor's Office issued a statement in conjunction with Red Bank Police Chief Michael Frazee on Friday calling the deaths "no threat to the public."
- [Prosecutor: Fatal Accident that Killed Pedestrian Under Investigation](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-fatal-accident-that-killed-pedestrian-under-investigation/) - A Monday accident that resulted in the death of a pedestrian is under investigation, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Friday. On Oct. 27, at 6:17 p.m. in Long Branch, police responded to the area of Route 36 and Branchport Avenue on a report of a crash involving a vehicle and a pedestrian.
- [Old News: Political Street Fight, Drunk on 'Hootch,' Hallowe'en Hoopla, Hay, Dunking & Fiery Mischief](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/old-news-politics-hootch-halloween-hoopla-pranksters/) - #post_excerptThe scoops, scandals, oddities and coincidences and classic quotes and pics of the top stories of 100, 75, 50 and 25 years ago. We're talking Halloween, elections and a few other kooky news nuggets this week.
- [Retro Rumson Kids' Witching Hour](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rumson-witchy-pals/) - A Halloween reprise, just because it's an all-time favorite photo of costumed Rumson besties ... Are you a good witch or a bad witch? Which witch is which? Either way, or both, the rain never falls on some of the best of times between best buddies. And it all starts when they're growing up together
- [In Memoriam: Longtime Red Bank Resident, Rosanna Vescio, 85](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-longtime-red-bank-resident-rosanna-vescio-85/) - Longtime Red Bank resident, Rosanna Vescio, passed on Oct. 26, at The Atrium at Navesink Harbor in Red Bank. She was 85. Rosanna was born in Pantanella, Calabria Italy to Ernesto Vescio and Tomasina Mazzei. Rosanna is predeceased by: her husband of 60 years, Piero Gregorio Vescio; and her daughter, Laura (Vescio) McLean. Rosanna is
- [Retro RFH Rainy Day Lunching](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rfh-halloween-lounging-lunching/)
- [Prosecutor: Area Man Arrested, Charged with Monday Bank Robbery](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-area-man-arrested-charged-with-monday-bank-robbery/) - An area man has been arrested and charged with a bank robbery in Bradley Beach, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago and Bradley Beach Police Department Chief James Arnold announced on Wednesday. Demauriea A. Gray, 30, of Eatontown, was charged with one count of first-degree robbery stemming from the bank robbery. The case background ...
- [Prosecutor: 35-Year-Old Man Gets 10 Years for 2023 Sexual Assault of Child](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-35-year-old-man-gets-10-years-for-2023-sexual-assault-of-child/) - A New York man has been sentenced to 10 years in prison for the 2023 sexual assault of a child in an area motel room, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Tuesday. David Leigh, 35, of Auburn, NY, was sentenced on Friday by Monmouth County Superior Court Judge Natalie S. Watson. Under the
- [Retro RFH Halloween: Some Bunnies & Ghouls](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rfh-halloween-girls/)
- [In Memoriam: Longtime Rumsonite, Contemporary Motor Cars Owner, Allan Sockol, 96](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-longtime-rumsonite-contemporary-motor-cars-owner-allan-sockol-96/) - Longtime Rumsonite and former Contemporary Motor Cars dealership owner, Allan Jay Sockol, passed away peacefully on Wednesday, Oct. 22, with his beloved family by his side. He was 96. In the early days of sports cars, he became an avid enthusiast and purchased an Austin Healey from England in 1950, which he followed up with
- [In Memoriam: Red Bank Native, Community Pillar, Charlie Doremus, 82](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-red-bank-native-community-pillar-charlie-doremus-82/) - Charles Albert Doremus Former longtime Red Bank resident and community pillar, Charles "Charlie" Albert Doremus, more recently of Daphne, Alabama, passed away peacefully on Oct.12 with his loving wife, Melanie Miller Doremus, by his side. He was 82. Charles, also known by his friends as “Charlie," was born in Long Branch on Jan. 16, 1943,
- [Prosecutor: 18- and 21-Year Old Get Prison Time for 2023 Triple Shooting that Left One Dead](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-18-and-21-year-old-get-prison-time-for-2023-triple-shooting-that-left-one-dead/) - Two young men, 18 and 21, have been sentenced to prison terms for their roles in a July 2023 shooting that left one man dead and two others injured, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Friday. Ziamere Ivery, 18, of Neptune Township, and Michael Sally, 21, of Long Branch, having both pleaded guilty
- [Reflection: Retro Halloween Parading](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-fair-haven-halloween-parading/) - The following opinion piece on Halloween through the generations in Fair Haven was originally published in 2015. It is reprised annually ... The Fair Haven Halloween Parade passed by last weekend. Missed it! But, as always, this senior-aged (OUCH) kid from Fair Haven has some parading memories on which to reflect. Remember this scene? It's
- [In Memoriam: Longtime Rumsonite Jay Halikias, 54](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-longtime-rumsonite-jay-halikias-54/) - Longtime Rumson resident, Jason "Jay" Halikias passed away on Oct. 19. He was 54. Born and raised in Garden City, NY, Jay graduated from Loyola University of Maryland and spent his entire career on Wall Street. He was an Executive Director in Compliance at Oppenheimer & Co. Jay was predeceased by his parents, Dr. Thomas
- [Retro RFHers' Hunt for a Hippie Good Time](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rfhers-hunt-for-a-hippie-good-time/) - They were on the hunt for a great time filled with tradition. That was the crew of '78 on this very day, Oct. 22, 47 years ago, on that infamous Hippie Hill on the Haskell Estate in Middletown, where The Hunt was held annually back in the day. Remember? We do. Back in 1978, when
- [Retro RFHers' 'Hunt' for the Fun in Tradition](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rfhers-hunt-for-the-fun-in-tradition/) - With the news of the revival of a newer Rumson area tradition, the Rumson St. Patrick's Day Parade, comes the news that its grand marshal had a close relationship with the famed Hunt. The wife of this year's marshal, in fact, was the daughter of Hunt founder Amory Haskell. The family followed in his fundraising
- [In Memoriam: Former Red Bank Resident, Ellen Farley, 86](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-former-red-bank-resident-ellen-farley-86/) - Former Red Bank resident, Ellen Catherine Farley, passed away on Oct. 15 at Brandywine Assisted Living in Shrewsbury. She was 86. Born in the Bronx, NY to Michael and Helen Weismiller, Ellen was a wife and mother. Ellen and her husband, Edward Farley, were married for 55 years before his death in 2020. They raised
- [In Memoriam: Red Bank Resident, Photographer, Teacher, Lyn Schneider, 74](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-red-bank-resident-photographer-teacher-lyn-schneider-74/) - Red Bank resident, photographer, teacher, Lyn Schneider, affectionately known as “Rockstar,” passed away peacefully at home on Oct. 20 surrounded by "family she so deeply loved." She was 74. Born on Oct. 2, 1951, in Middlesex County, Lyn was the beloved daughter of Edward and Theresa Piasecki (Horn). She grew up alongside her siblings, Chris
- [Retro Halloween Class Act](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-knollwood-halloween/) - #post_excerptA look back to the 1990s and Halloween Fair Haven elementary schools' style. Bloody good!
- [In Memoriam: Shrewsbury Resident, Original Friendly Sons of St. Patrick Member, Peter Morley, 86](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-shrewsbury-resident-original-friendly-sons-of-st-patrick-member-peter-morley-86/) - Shrewsbury resident Peter Morley passed away peacefully on Oct. 10 near his home. He was 86. Born Oct. 4, 1939 in Yonkers, NY, to Irish-born parents, Peter was the oldest of five children. Peter and his former wife, Marilynne, raised their family in Colts Neck. He spent decades as a distributor for Safeguard Business Systems
- [Police Report: Robbery, Burglary, Drug Dealing and Manufacturing in School Zone, Theft, Assault, Terroristic Threats, Harassment, DWI, Graffiti](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/police-report-robbery-burglary-drug-dealing-and-manufacturing-in-school-zone-theft-assault-terroristic-threats-harassment-dwi-graffiti/) - The following September criminal incidents and arrests were reported by Red Bank police. An arrest does not constitute a conviction. Criminal Incidents • An incident of criminal mischief — graffiti — in the area of Bellhaven Park was reported on Sept. 27. A sign was tagged with black paint. Patrolman Christian Nelson took the report.
- [Retro RFHers' Hunt for Fall Weekend Fun](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rfhers-hunt-for-tgif/) - It's October and it's Hunt season. And any RFHer knows what that means — a sporty party in the great outdoors. While there still is a Hunt, it's not the same as what used to be over the bridge and on the hills of the Haskell Estate in Middletown in 1932 and went on there
- [Prosecutor: Three Area Men Charged in 18-Year-Old's Murder](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-three-area-men-charged-in-18-year-olds-murder/) - Three young area men have been charged in connection with the fatal shooting of an 18-year-old man earlier this year, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Thursday. Aiden Terlecki, 19, of Middletown, Joshua Moore, 21, of Neptune Township and Jahsaad M. Banks, 19, of Asbury Park, were charged with one count each of:
- [Retro Halloween Classroom Classic](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-fair-haven-classroom-halloween-classic/) - It's cool to be a ghoul in school, right? Wait. Is that a lobster raising its claw to answer the teacher? Why, yes, it is. The teacher is unfazed. But the lesson? Well, it seems that this day in a Fair Haven 1980s classroom is all about costumes and little to nothing about reading, writing
- [In Memoriam: Former Longtime Fair Havenite, 64-Year Fire Company Life Member, Actor, Broadcaster, Tom Dorick, 86](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-former-longtime-fair-havenite-64-year-fire-company-life-member-actor-broadcaster-tom-dorick-86/) - Sixty-four-year Fair Haven Fire Department member and former longtime Fair Havenite, actor, voice-over artist and radio broadcaster, Tom Dorick, more recently of The Villages, FL, passed away peacefully on Thursday, Oct. 9. He was 86. Tom's obituary, prepared by family via Banks/Page-Theus Funerals and Cremations ... Born on May 26, 1939, in Red Bank, New
- [Scene Around: Skeleton Out of the Closet for Spooky Season](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/scene-around-skeleton-out-of-the-closet-for-spooky-season/) - Oops! Looks like someone's skeleton is out of the closet ... and roaming the neighborhood in Fair Haven. This menace was one of the first to have escaped and be spotted looming on its own little fright saunter. There are other hobgoblins popping up and out around the Rumson and Fair Haven towns, too, these
- [Retro Halloween Schooling & Parading](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-halloween-schooling-parading/) - So, a karate kid, a baseball player, a cop, two witches, a vampire and a boxer walk onto a school stage ... That means only one thing. It's Halloween season and that means that soon it will be school pageant time — or whatever they call it. Yes, it's that time when all the little
- [In Memoriam: Former Little Silver Resident, Middletown South Grad, Kaylinn Scully, 20](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-former-little-silver-resident-middletown-south-grad-kaylinn-scully-20/) - "Everyone who ever met Kaylinn remembers her beautiful smile, kindness, and easygoing spirit. She had the biggest heart and was always willing to help anyone. Her willpower was strong and she always stayed true to her values and beliefs while still being the most considerate person you would have ever met." ~ loved ones of
- [Prosecutor: Pedestrian Killed in Saturday Accident](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-pedestrian-killed-in-saturday-accident/) - A Saturday morning pedestrian-vehicle accident that resulted in the death of a female pedestrian is under investigation, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Monday. The accident details ... On Oct. 11 at 7:33 a.m., Marlboro police responded to the intersection of routes 9 and 520 on a report of a crash involving a
- [Retro Firemen's Halloween Party Posse](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-motley-firemens-halloween-party-crew/) - It's spooky and kooky Halloween party season. And there's nothing quite like a costume party full of festive, fun fiends who take full advantage of the season to say the devil made them do it when it comes to tricks and the sometimes questionable treat of their disguises. Well, this party capture from a not-so-ghoulish
- [Retro RFH Halloween Parading](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rfh-halloween-parading-3/) - Well, the sun is out and it's time to start the Halloween parading and take it outside. It’s never too soon to start the festivities, after all. That's exactly what RFH seniors did in 1977. Danker days kept the costumed Halloween school day assembling, parading and festivities confined to the halls and Senior Commons, but
- [Rumson Police Report: Drugs, Shots Fired, Unlawful Weapons Possession, Underage Drinking, DUI, Contempt](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/rumson-police-report-drugs-shots-fired-unlawful-weapons-possession-underage-drinking-dui-contempt/) - The following September arrests were reported by Rumson police. An arrest does not constitute a conviction. Arrests • Robert Ellis, 36, of Highlands, was arrested in the area of Rumson and Willowbrook roads on Sept. 30 and charged with contempt of court by Patrolman James Camilleri. • Michael Gambino, 42, of Highlands, was arrested in the
- [Prosecutor: Bicyclist Killed in Accident; Investigation Ensues](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-bicyclist-killed-in-accident-investigation-ensues/) - A Monday night accident that resulted in the death of a male bicyclist is under investigation, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Wednesday. On Oct. 6 at 7:05 p.m., Neptune Township police responded to the intersection of Corlies Avenue (Route 33 West) and South Main Street (Route 71) on a report of a
- [Scene Around: An RFH Senior and a Heroic Locals’ Summer Save](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/scene-around-an-rfh-senior-and-a-heroic-locals-summer-save/) - What started out as a simple locals’ summer Sunday swim turned, with a deceptive tempestuous tide, into an ocean rescue at the skilled hands of off-duty Long Branch Ocean Rescue and Jersey Shore YMCA lifeguard Cameron Rice, a Rumson-Fair Haven Regional High School (RFH) senior and Fair Havenite. It all happened just before 3 p.m.
- [Retro RFH Boys of Soccer](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rfh-boys-of-soccer/) - Yes, soccer season has kicked in. We've paid ode to the season many times before with a couple of Retro Pic(s) of the (George) Day from RFH and the boys' team in the late 1970s. Well, following through with the soccer theme and the series of photos from the '70s, here's the team — the
- [Focus: Falling for Sea Bright Locals’ Summer](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/focus-falling-for-sea-bright-locals-summer-daze/) - They’re falling for it — that last bit of locals’ summer. Locals know what all those in the Rumson-Fair Haven area know: There’s nothing better than the off season on the beach on Sea Bright. Serenity nowwww is what it embodies. Beaches are barren. The sun is shining bright. Ocean waves are rolling with nature’s
- [Retro Rumson Cold Brew Tenders' TGIF](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rumson-cold-brew-tenders/) - Hey, brew tender, spend a little time with us! It's a wish that many wish would come true on a crisp, sunny fall locals’ summer day like today. Just picturing the scene, the very cool company and, the cold beverage on tap, among other things, thoughts revert to some cool Rumson guys serving up some
- [Monmouth University Urban Coast Institute to Host ‘Future of the Ocean Symposium’](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/monmouth-university-urban-coast-institute-to-host-future-of-the-ocean-symposium/) - A new wave of marine technologies such as artificial intelligence, autonomous underwater gliders, environmental DNA, and acoustic telemetry is rapidly changing how we study and what we know about our oceans. On Oct. 9, a panel of leading voices in ocean science and exploration will convene at Monmouth University for a conversation on actions the
- [Retro RFH Band Marching Times](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rfh-band-march/)
- [In Memoriam: Former Monmouth Beach Resident, Ellen McFadden, 88](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/inmemoriam-former-monmouth-beach-resident-ellen-mcfadden-88/) - Former Monmouth Beach resident, Ellen McFadden, passed away peacefully on Sept. 29, at home. She was 88. Ellen was the second oldest of five siblings, and she always had a fierce loyalty to her siblings. From a young age, she displayed a sharp intellect and strong ambition to better herself. She married Tom Bodeep, a
- [Scene Around: A Winning RFH Marching Band](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/scene-around-a-winning-rfh-marching-band/) - They’re marching to a first place winning beat — and it’s their own. The Rumson-Fair Haven Regional High School (RFH) Marching Band has scored its second first place win of the season on the field. The Bulldog band won on Saturday the Tournament of Bands competition, which included a win in the Best Music category.
- [Retro RFH Smiley Cheerleader Pile-up](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rfh-smiley-cheerleading-pile-up/) - "Push 'em back. Push 'em back ... waaaayyyy back!" We're not talking football with that. We're talking the year of that kind of cheer and its leaders — the RFH cheerleaders of the early 1970s. It was likely 1972 when this RFH yearbook snapshot was taken. Call it falling for the cheer with this pile of
- [In Memoriam: Longtime Red Bank Resident, Eleanor DePonte, 99](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-longtime-red-bank-resident-eleanor-deponte-99/) - Longtime Red Bank resident, Eleanor J. DePonte, passed away peacefully on Saturday, Sept. 27, at her home, surrounded by her family. She was 99. Born in Long Branch, Eleanor was the youngest child of Frank and Angelina DeSantis. She was a graduate of Long Branch High School. She worked as a sales associate at the
- [Prosecutor: Area Man Charged with Possession of Child Porn](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-area-man-charged-with-possession-of-child-porn/) - An area man has been charged with endangering the welfare of a child, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Monday. John T. Curley, 61, of Howell, has been charged with one count of third-degree endangering the welfare of a child (possession of child sexual abuse materials). An investigation into this matter was initiated
- [Retro RFH TGIF Brewhaha](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rfh-tgif-brewers/) - Those are not lined up bottles of Lowenbrau in this 1980s pic, yet RFH old timers can't help but hear the classic jingle in their minds when seeing this. "Here's to good friends. Tonight is kinda special ..." Yes. TGIF.
- [Retro Fair Haven Picture Day Class Action](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-fair-haven-picture-day-class-action/) - A reprise in honor of longtime iconic teacher and friend to many in the area, Gary Verwilt, who passed away recently … We're talking class action; and, it's not about a lawsuit — more like suiting up for a class picture. That's what they did back in the early 1970s. Well, at least one in
- [Prosecutor: Shots Fired in Rumson; Red Bank Man Arrested](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-shots-fired-in-rumson-red-bank-man-arrested/) - A Red Bank man has been charged in connection with a shots-fired incident in Rumson on Monday afternoon, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Wednesday. Terry Haupt, 42, has been charged with one count of certain persons not to possess a weapon, one count of third-degree unlawful possession of a weapon (rifle), and
- [Retro Joyous Fall for the Leaf Pile](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-joyous-fall-for-the-leaf-pile/) - Sometimes a kid just has to take the plunge and fall for it! Yes, it’s officially fall. But, it’s still locals’ summer for R-FH area folks. So, fear not, we may be falling for the season, but we’re not donning the jackets quite yet. Still, leaving behind the hot weather is something to jump for
- [Prosecutor: Former Low-Income Housing CFO Gets 7 Years for $2M Theft](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-former-low-income-housing-cfo-gets-7-years-for-2m-theft/) - The former chief financial officer of a low-income residential high-rise in Long Branch who stole nearly $2 million from his ex-employer has been sentenced to seven years in state prison, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Tuesday. John O’Donnell, 58, of Scotch Plains (Union County), was sentenced Friday by Monmouth County Superior Court
- [Prosecutor: Area Man Gets Life Plus 30 Yrs. for 2023 Home Invasion, Vehicular Homicide](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-area-man-gets-life-plus-30-yrs-for-2023-home-invasion-vehicular-homicide/) - An area man has been sentenced to life plus 30 years in state prison for a home invasion and subsequent motor-vehicle crash that resulted in a woman’s death a little more than two years ago, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Tuesday. Altonia D. Williams, 47, of Long Branch, was sentenced last
- [Focus: Cheers to 50 Years for the RFH Class of ‘75](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/focus-cheers-to-50-years-for-the-rfh-class-of-75/) - Like the song that topped the charts in 1975, you could have predicted that love would keep the RFH Class of ‘75 together. It was evident on Saturday night when more than 100 of the classmates who graduated together 50 years ago reunited for a three-day celebration, the main event of which was at Nauvoo
- [Prosecutor: Crash that Killed Motorcyclist Under Investigation](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-crash-that-killed-motorcyclist-under-investigation-2/) - A crash that resulted in the death of a male motorcyclist is under investigation, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Tuesday. At 12:08 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 19, Colts Neck police responded to the area of Route 537 and Willow Lake Drive o a report of a motorcycle-versus-electric delivery van (EDV) collision. A
- [Scene Around: RFH Class of ‘80 Reunited](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/scene-around-rfh-class-of-80-reunited/) - “There’s nothing like going home except going home and seeing friends. It was so fun! Did my soul good to see all these wonderful people.” — Bonnie Robinson Proof that there’s no place like home and awful lot of RFHers can, indeed, go home again to one another manifested in two banner-year reunions over the
- [Police Report: Theft, Assault, Drugs, Weapons Possession, Fraud, DWI, Graffiti, Disorderly](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/police-report-theft-assault-drugs-weapons-possession-fraud-dwi-graffiti-disorderly/) - The following August criminal incidents and arrests were reported by Red Bank police. An arrest does not constitute a conviction. Criminal Incidents • An incident of criminal mischief — graffiti — in the area of Leighton Avenue was reported on Aug. 31. The garage of a residence was tagged with blue paint. Patrolman Taylor Doremus
- [I'll Just Pick: Sweet Tavolo Gluten-Free](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/ill-just-pick-sweet-tavolo-gluten-free/) - It all started with a misbegotten box of bad muffin mix. A customer wanted Tavolo Pronto's Patti Balderas to whip him up some gluten-free muffins for his morning visit to the Fair Haven stop back in 2010. "I did it and they were awful, terrible" Balderas said. "I said, 'You can't really eat that.' So,
- [Retro RFH Reunion Hoopla](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rfh-reunion-hoopla/) - Well, the time has come for yet more RFH classes to have big number reunions this weekend. They would be the RFH classes of ‘80 and ‘75, celebrating their 45th and 50th, respectively. Talk about big ones … Wow! But, you know, there was always a first … The RFH Class of '78, pictured here
- [Focus: R-FH Area Women Marching](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/focus-r-fh-area-women-marching/) - What started out being dubbed the Million Women March turned Women's March on Washington ended up evolving into marches of the same ilk all over the country on Saturday. The marches, while many were called non-partisan, were intentionally set on the day after the inauguration of the 45th President of the United States — Donald
- [Prosecutor: NY Man Convicted of Aggravated Assault, Weapons Charged in 2003 Shooting](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-ny-man-convicted-of-aggravated-assault-weapons-charged-in-2003-shooting/) - A man from Brooklyn, NY man has been convicted of aggravated assault and weapons offenses in connection with a 2023 shooting that left a local man and woman injured, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced last Friday. Damian Bell, 51, will face a term of up to 60 years in state prison when he
- [Focus: Stars, Masks & RFH's 'Emma! A Pop Musical'](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/focus-stars-masks-rfhs-emma-a-pop-musical/) - This past weekend saw another opening of another Rumson-Fair Haven Regional High School (RFH) Tower Players show. But, for the first time in RFH history, it was a different kind of spring musical experience — the pandemic kind. Emma! A Pop Musical debuted under the stars and spotlights as a masked cast sang, danced and
- [Focus: Halloween Decoration Drive-By](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/focus-sights-of-a-halloween-decoration-drive/) - Halloween is in the air — and on lawns — in the Rumson-Fair Haven area. All you have to do is take a drive to get into the spirit — or crash into a few out of amazement, shock or fright. Do try this at home. Just leave the crashing part out and take in A Halloween decoration photo gallery of sights in the Rumson-Fair Haven area.
- [Old News: Stokes Law, Order & Grub](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/old-news-stokes-law-order-grub/) - Fair Haven kids and kids at heart are always stoked for Stokes and a trip back. We're taking you back to 1974 Stokes and the mess hall. It was something to write about. Still is. Read on ...
- [Scene Around: Celebrating Cooper Ley, Art & Giving](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/scene-around-celebrating-cooper-ley-art-giving/) - It was a day of celebration, gratitude, art, music, love and paying it all forward. Saturday was that day. It was the day of another pop-up art show, featuring the work of RFH 2011 grad Tom "Cooper" Ley, hosted by his sister, Adrienne (Addie, Ads), also an RFH grad. The reason? The idea was conceived
- [Chef Rossi: A Full Circle RFH Homecoming](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/chef-rossi-a-full-circle-rfh-homecoming/) - By Elaine Van Develde "I want you to know that I am so sorry I didn't make the effort to get to know you in high school," a Rumson-Fair Haven Regional High School (RFH) graduate said to classmate Chef Rossi last Thursday after the reading and signing of her book, The Raging Skillet: The True Life Story of Chef Rossi
- [Focus: Rumson Egg Hunt Eggcellence](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/focus-rumson-egg-hunt-eggcellence/) - The weather held out for the 37th Annual Rumson Egg Hunt on Saturday and every bunny was out for the prizes and the day at Victory Park. Sponsored by the all-volunteer Rumson Fire Department, kids in three age divisions combed the park for chocolate eggs and other prizes. It was an eggcellent day, according to
- [Services Set for Rumson's John Sullivan](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/services-set-for-rumsons-john-sullivan/) - We, at Rumson-Fair Haven Retrospect, extend our deepest sympathies to the Sullivan family and friends of John, whose final moments we saw spent proudly and happily marching in the Rumson St. Patrick's Day Parade on Sunday with his buddies in The Briody Bunch. We are so terribly sorry for your loss. Here are some happy moments
- [Focus: A Barn Theater Tribe Reunion](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/focus-barn-theater-tribe-reunion/) - Good show folk don't fade away, they reunite — regularly. That's the case with a group of actors and techies of the late 1970s and early 80s who have dubbed themselves the Tribe of Rumson's Barn Theater, a place aptly named because of its barn roots. They had a reunion on Saturday. Lots of bonds
- [Sea Bright's Simple Local Summer](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/sea-brights-simple-local-summer/) - It's that treasured time of the year for locals — locals’ summer. The weather is still prime for beaching it and the crowds are gone. It's time for locals in the Rumson-Fair Haven area to get some of what's left of the best of the sun, sand, surf and and solace in Sea Bright. Get
- [Focus: Backstage at RFH with Broadway Stars of the Future & Present](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/focus-backstage-rfh-broadway-stars-future-present/) - Stars were rising and shining on Monday night when talent from Monmouth County schools and a few Broadway stars got together Rumson-Fair Haven Regional High School (RFH) and sang and danced for a place to call home for homeless teens. Teens, pre-teens and even some pint-sized tykes put on a Night of Future Broadway Stars
- [Simple Summer: Fishin' for Some Crabby Dock Time](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/simple-summer-fishin-for-some-crabby-dock-time/) - What a catch! It doesn't get more simple or summery than crabbing and fishing on the Fair Haven Dock. It's a time-honored tradition. New restrictions? Not a 10-gallon cooler in sight. No mattresses. No fires. Nothing but a few fishermen and their bait, poles, traps and some good simple summer times down by the river.
- [In Memoriam: Kevin Arthur Spears](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-kevin-arthur-spears/) - Kevin Arthur Spears — devoted son, loving husband, steadfast brother, true friend, loyal and caring father, and terrific grandfather — passed away on Sept. 14, surrounded by family, after a short battle with metastatic pancreatic cancer. Kevin had a bait and tackle shop after he graduated from college, but a northeaster had other ideas about
- [Retro RFH 1930s Football Boys](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rfh-football-boys/) - With the advent of the football season comes memories of old days when the RFH Band played on with more members, but many may not recall that the football team was small. Band was big in the 1970s. But, going back more than half a century, like back to the 1930s, when RFH was Rumson
- [Book Fair Fun at Sickles School](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/book-fair-fun-sickles-school/) - Wild West was the theme for this year’s Book Fair at Viola L. Sickles School in Fair Haven. The Wild West Book Fair offered a unique venue for exploring a love of reading, as well as an array of books available for purchase. Sponsored by the Fair Haven PTA and featuring titles by Scholastic Publishing,
- [Jamie Laughinghouse, USMC, Inducted onto Knollwood's 'Wall of Honor'](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/jamie-laughinghouse-usmc-inducted-onto-knollwoods-wall-honor/) - There’s a new photo on the Wall of Honor at Knollwood School in Fair Haven. Another former student is being honored at his alma mater for serving his country. A photo unveiling ceremony was held at the school on Nov. 29 to honor Jamie Laughinghouse, U.S. Marine Corps, a 2013 Knollwood School graduate and a
- [RFH Students Aspire to Change Lives in Uganda](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/rfh-students-aspire-change-lives-uganda/) - Rumson-Fair Haven Regional High School (RFH) students are changing lives in Uganda. The third annual Home Run Derby to benefit Change A Life Uganda was held at the high school on April 28. Organized by the RFH Global Womens Empowerment Club and the RFH baseball and softball teams, the Home Run Derby is popular with
- [RFH Class of '78: Revving Up for a 40th Reunion](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/rfh-class-78-revving-40th-reunion/) - The year was 1978. Springsteen and Saturday Night Fever were hot. So were alligator shirts, espadrilles, top siders, Sun-In hair and dark baby oil and iodine enhanced tans. Life was pretty carefree for a class full of 314 Rumson-Fair Haven Regional High School (RFH) students who were about to graduate. Now, 40 years later, still
- [Focus: Serenity, Sun, Surf & Seagulls](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/focus-serenity-sun-surf-seagulls/) - As Hurricane Michael makes his menacing way up the coast, the weather forecast says that the Rumson-Fair Haven area will see some spill-over downpours on Thursday. But, there's also hope of a clear, crisp sunny weekend, especially on Sunday. Will it be warm enough to mingle with the surfers and seagulls at the beach? Time
- [Focus: Fair Haven Holiday House Decoration Winners](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/focus-fair-haven-holiday-house-decoration-winners/) - Drum roll please ... for, perhaps, the little drummer nutcracker boys on the front porch of the first-place winner of the first Fair Haven Holiday House Decoration Contest — the Ruscignos at 39 Parker Avenue. Ben, Maria and Rocco Ruscigno added some special touches this year, they said. They collected PJs for ill children and
- [In Memoriam: Lifelong Red Bank Resident, RBC Grad, Teacher, Ginny Samaras, 89](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-lifelong-red-bank-resident-rbc-grad-teacher-ginny-samaras-89/) - Lifelong Red Bank resident, Virginia K. “Ginny” Samaras, passed away peacefully on Thursday, Sept. 11, after a brief illness. She was 89. One of three children, Ginny was born in New Brunswick on Jan. 27, 1936 to William J. and Virginia Gold Kehoe. Raised in Red Bank, she attended and graduated Red Bank Catholic (RBC)
- [Focus: Power of Place 2018](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/focus-power-of-place-2018/) - There's a lot to be said about the importance of place in people's lives. It defines us in many ways. It brings us comfort. It triggers memories. It is a bookmark in our hearts. Oftentimes that important place is home. So, to pay homage to the profound power of place in the Rumson-Fair Haven area,
- [Focus: RFH's Addams Family ... A Closing Time](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/focus-rfhs-addams-family-a-closing-time/) - Well, the show is over and so is a chapter in Rumson-Fair Haven Regional High School (RFH) spring musical history. It was the last production for many seniors. There were lots of tears, smiles and hugs. Memories were made and connections forged that could last a lifetime. And an ending was marked for not only
- [Focus: Maddy Massabni's Birthday Gifting](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/focus-maddy-massabnis-birthday-gifting/) - It was a milestone birthday meant to embrace and roll softly away with the tide, the color, the sunshine, the love, the reminder of her ... Twenty-one pink roses in hand, they walked from Maddy Massabni's home to her favorite spot on the beach at Anchorage in Sea Bright. They were the loved ones of
- [RFH Graduation Tidbits & Pics](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/rfh-graduation-tidbits-pics/) - It was graduation time for the Rumson-Fair Haven Regional High School (RFH) Class of 2019's 230 seniors last Wednesday at Monmouth University. Encouraging her classmates to remember the "magical thoughts" of their childhood days, Valedictorian Annika Ross, who will attend College of the Atlantic in the fall, addressed all in attendance. Those magical thoughts, Ross
- [In Memoriam: Longtime Fair Havenite & Teacher, Pat Egan, 82](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-longtime-fair-havenite-teacher-pat-egan-82/) - On the cusp of the start of the school year, Fair Haven lost one of its most popular former longtime teachers. Fair Havenite and retired 25-year Knollwood and Viola L. Sickles schools teacher Patricia "Pat" Egan passed away peacefully on Saturday, Sept. 4. She was 82. Born in Teaneck on Christmas Eve 1939 to Elwyn Services are set to start on Friday, Sept. 9
- [Retro Rumson School Time Scowlers](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rumson-school-time-scowlers/) - Something went awry when the photographer gave the "Cheese!" cue to this motley crew of 1960s Rumson kindergarteners. It looks like they got a whiff of Limburger rather than Nufatchel to fuel their scowling little grimaces.
- [Focus: Cruisin' at the Car Show](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/focus-cruisin-at-the-car-show/) - Gray skies were cleared up with a sun shower of classic cars on Sunday when classics' engines were revved up for 20th Annual Fair Haven Fire Police & Auxiliary Car Show on the firehouse grounds on Sunday. Take a look at the photo gallery below for a glimpse into the classic community … [Best_Wordpress_Gallery id="149"
- [Focus: Santa Claus Comes to Fair Haven](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/focus-santa-claus-comes-to-town/) - Well, the weather outside was threatening to be slightly frightful on Friday night as Fair Haven's Tree Lighting and Holiday Stroll got under way. But, despite a little drizzle rain, the annual tradition went on without a hitch. Delightful. The stage for holiday merriment was set at the usual spot at Memorial Park, people gathered,
- [In Memoriam: Rumson-Raised Tom Horn, 65](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-rumson-raised-tom-horn-65/) - Rumson-raised Thomas "Tom" John Horn, of Atlantic Highlands, passed away on Feb. 27 at Riverview Medical Center, surrounded by those he loved most, including his cherished Aussie shepherd George. Services are now arranged. Tom was born in New York, NY, to his late parents E. Michael and Margaret ‘Peggy’ Horn. After several moves, the family
- [Focus: Rich Chandler's Fair Haven Goodbye](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/focus-rich-chandlers-fair-haven-goodbye/) - The picture of his childhood friend caught his eye. Among the cozy chatter of old friends and family, he left the conversation at the table staring, transfixed for a brief moment. The sudden silence in his own head overcame him, welled up a bit in his eyes as he moved toward the picture of his
- [New Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge Travel Advisory](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/new-rumson-sea-bright-bridge-area-construction-travel-advisory/) - The Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge is open and fully functional, but work continues. The contractor is scheduled to continue construction phase work on weekdays from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., weather permitting. Construction vehicles will continue to enter and exit the work areas on Rumson Road in Rumson and on Ocean Avenue in Sea Bright. Roadway
- [In Memoriam: Longtime Red Bank Resident, Popular Food Market Owner, Volunteer, Jack Readie, 86](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-longtime-red-bank-resident-popular-food-market-owner-volunteer-jack-readie-86/) - Longtime Red Bank resident and popular Readie’s food market owner, John J. “Jack” Readie, passed away Tuesday, Sept. 9, at home, while holding his daughters’ hands. He was 86. Jack was born in Brooklyn, NY, and raised in Winfield Park, but called Red Bank home for more than 60 years. Thanks to the good fortune
- [Focus: Knollwood Graduation Milestone Moments](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/focus-knollwood-graduation-milestone-moments/) - It's not just about the walk and the diploma. It's about the milestone moments — the before, during and after — of eighth grade graduation. It's the graduation that puts students on a new plane to growing up — getting set to go to high school. Last week, Fair Haven's Knollwood School eighth graders shared
- [A Happy 98th Birthday Tribute to a Fair Haven Icon: Ray Taylor](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/a-happy-98th-birthday-tribute-to-fair-havens-ray-taylor/) - Ray Taylor not only fought in World War II and the Korean War, he fought, in his own hometown, racism as a boy, not even allowed to attend the borough's Knollwood and Willow Street Schools. But he kept trucking, in his own gentile stride around town, with grace and wisdom to impart. Others learned from
- [Finale: A Pandemic-Style RFH Class of 2020 Graduation](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/finale-a-pandemic-style-rfh-class-of-2020-graduation/) - After a distanced drive-by, award-conferring and other piecemeal milestones, the Rumson-Fair Haven Regional High School (RFH) Class of 2020 culminated its graduation with an official diploma ceremony today — pandemic style. It happened on the morning of July 8, days after NJ Gov. Phil Murphy allowed for outdoor gatherings of up to 500. In a
- [A Jazzy Night on the Fair Haven Dock](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/a-jazzy-night-on-the-fair-haven-dock/) - It was a night of music, mingling and moseying down by the river. The final Concert at the Fair Haven Dock in the summer season was Saturday — right in the middle of a summer heatwave and in time for another iconic sunset on the Navesink River. Jazz group Lakewood Keys Jazz Band played and
- [Fair Haven Police Lt. McGovern Promoted to Captain](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/fair-haven-police-lt-mcgovern-promoted-to-captain/) - By Elaine Van Develde The smile is the same. The stripes on the uniform are different. On the heels of Fair Haven Police Chief Darryl Breckenridge's announcement of retirement, longtime Fair Haven police officer Joseph McGovern was promoted from lieutenant to captain at Monday night's Borough Council meeting. The promotion is a significant one in
- [Retro RFH TGIF Girls](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rfh-tgif-girls/) - #post_excerptGo back to a TGIF of a different RFH kind in the 80s with us. Now, what was your most inspired Friday night party antic back in the day? And did you really drink the beer or just hold it to look cool?
- [Scene Around: Commandeering a Coffin](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/scene-around-commandeering-a-coffin/)
- [Scene Around: RFH Marching Band, Color Guard Show Goes On](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/scene-around-rfh-marching-band-color-guard-show-goes-on/)
- [Remembering Fair Haven's Patrolman Robert J. Henne](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/a-thank-you-goodbye-to-fair-havens-patrolman-robert-j-henne/) - It was a year ago today that Fair Haven lost Patrolman Robert Henne. The loss of the friendly, compassionate cop was a devastating one. We, at Rumson-Fair Haven Retrospect, again offer our profound condolences to his loving family and many colleagues and friends. In memory of Robert, we are re-running our tribute to him that
- [9/11: Day's End Reflection, 23 Years Later](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/911-sunset-reflection-14-years-later/) - The following piece, with a few changes as time goes on, is published annually on 9/11 as a testament to never forgetting ... It was a beautiful Tuesday. The sun was smiling with a crisp warmth. The air was a snappy fresh. The coffee even tasted especially good. I remember. Most of us
- [9/11: We Remember](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/911-we-remember/) - Remembering those in the Rumson-Fair Haven and neighboring communities lost to the terrorist attacks of Sept. 11, 2001 ... Rumson James Martello Keith Coleman Keith McHeffey Michael J McCabe W. David Bauer Donald Walter Robertson Jr. Glen Wall, Greg Malone Michael Tucker Karl Smith Stephen Canaialosi. Fair Haven Ted Luckett Ed McNally Todd Pelino Kaleen Pezzuti.
- [Iconic Spot: The Girl From the Rumson Dock](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/iconic-spot-the-girl-from-the-rumson-dock/) - Svelte and coiffed and young and lovely, the girl from the Rumson Dock goes sunning ... and when she suns ... she gets her picture on a 1959 Rumson post card. You've likely seen the card. It's been in circulation for decades. But, that girl sitting on the dock has always been somewhat of a
- [Prosecutor: Murder Conviction in 2018 Roadside Slaying of 24-Year-Old Woman](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-murder-conviction-in-2018-roadside-slaying-of-24-year-old-woman/) - #post_excerptThe convicted murderer, a 40-year-old Heightstown man, will be sentenced in January of 2022 and faces a minimum of 30 years in prison and max of life with no parole for 30 years.
- [RFH Tower Players Hit the Indoor Stage Again with 'Legend of Sleepy Hollow'](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/rfh-tower-players-hit-the-indoor-stage-again-with-legend-of-sleepy-hollow/)
- [Scene Around: Proud, Pint-Sized Hoops Champs](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/scene-around-proud-pint-sized-hoops-champs/) - They had no idea what a proclamation was, but the third grade Fair Haven Boys Basketball Team was present and proud to accept the honor for winning the 2022 Mid-Monmouth Championship from Mayor Joshua Halpern at Monday night's Borough Council meeting. The view of the meeting room showed a near-capacity crowd there for the boys
- [Focus: An Eco Rally for the Rivers](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/focus-an-eco-rally-for-the-rivers/) - Clean Ocean Action and the Rumson Environmental Commission hosted the 4th Annual Rally for the Two Rivers Eco Fest on Saturday. Get the scoop and check out the photo gallery for a glimpse of people and happenings at the event.
- [Retirement Celebration Set for Fair Haven Fisk Chapel's Rev. Thomas Johnson](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retirement-celebration-set-for-fair-haven-fisk-chapels-rev-thomas-johnson/) - The people of the historic Fair Haven Fisk Chapel A.M.E. Church have announced the coming retirement of their longtime pastor, Rev. Thomas P. Johnson and have extended a retirement celebration invite to the parish's extended family in Fair Haven and beyond. "We are excitedly inviting you to join us in our celebration of the retirement
- [Focus: Sunset River Walk Reflection](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/focus-sunset-river-walk-reflection/) - A soothing photo gallery, reflection on time spent by the river and the weather forecast.
- [Retro RFH Sophomoric Snapshot](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rfh-sophomoric-group-snapshot/) - If the class fits, snap the pic? Well, that may or may not hold true for this group of RFH Class of '73 sophomores. Sophomoric. The string of adjective synonyms that encapsulate the mood of the brood include: young, brash, naive, foolish, reckless. Some in this crew of yearbook posers may have been one or
- [Retro RFH Football Champs' Cheer](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-look-rfh-cheerleaders/) - Touchdown! Cheer! They're on a major winning streak. The RFH Bulldogs are going for the football playoff finals in a home game against Wall on Friday night. And, as always, there will be a lot of cheering on of the team. That is not only done by those in the bleachers at Borden Stadium. There
- [Names in Fair Haven News: New Administrator, Volunteers](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/names-in-fair-haven-news-new-administrator-volunteers/) - Who's who and what? Well, in Fair Haven, starting at the literal top of the list, the borough's new administrator, Christopher York, started work on Monday. York is a retired Rumson police officer with 26 years on the force there, starting in 1997, rising through the ranks and retiring as captain. He is also an
- [Focus: Fair Riding, Gaming and Fraternizing](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/focus-fair-riding-gaming-and-fraternizing/) - All's fair — at least for Rumson-Fair Haven area folks. It's Fair Haven Firemen's Fair week, after all. The more than 100-year-old tradition of summer's end, homecoming fair reunions among area friends and a community summer wrap-up party of the finest kind jumped into full-ride mode on Friday night and continues through Saturday this week.
- [RFH Student-Athletes Sign College Letters of Intent](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/rfh-student-athletes-sign-college-letters-of-intent-2/) - Sixteen Rumson-Fair Haven (RFH) student-athletes made their college choices official by signing Letters of Intent committing to their academic and athletic careers at colleges and universities across the country. Flanked by families, friends, coaches, teammates, teachers, and administrators, the athletes donned their new colors and celebrated their academic and sports achievements. The 16 athletes have made
- [About Nonprofit Sandy Hook Foundation's New Board Members](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/about-nonprofit-sandy-hook-foundations-new-board-members/) - The Sandy Hook Foundation, the official nonprofit partner of the National Park Service at Gateway National Recreation Area's Sandy Hook Unit, has added three members to its Board of Trustees, two Rumson residents among them. Most recently, this month, Rumsonite Stephanie Hoitt was appointed to the board. In November of 2024, Atlantic Highlands resident Chuck
- [Scene Around: Santa Sleighs All in Firetruck Arrival](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/scene-around-santa-sleighs-all-in-firetruck-arrival/) - Santa Claus came to town in Fair Haven on Friday night. He left his reindeer at home to play their holiday games so he could get a ride in the firetruck. Hey, even Santa has his own Christmas wish. And every year, it's to get a ride in that Fair Haven firetruck. The Fair Haven
- [Scene Around: Cooper Ley's Gift of Art Given by His Sister](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/scene-around-cooper-leys-gift-of-art-given-by-his-sister/) - All she wants for Christmas is for people to remember her brother — to gift his gift. Of course, in facing a first holiday without him, if it were truly up to RFH grad Adrienne Ley O'Connell, she'd rather have that brother, Tom "Cooper" Ley, back. But, since she can't have that sparkly, neatly wrapped
- [In Memoriam: Red Bank Resident, Ron Fleming, 89](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-red-bank-resident-ron-fleming-89/) - Red Bank resident, James Fleming, affectionately known as “Ron”, passed away at Riverview Medical Center on Monday, Sept. 8. He was 89. He was born on May 10, 1936 to James Fleming and Margaret Kelly. Ron is predeceased by: his parents; his siblings, Sheila Czarnomski, Peggy Povall, Monica Fleming, Bobby Fleming, Charlie Fleming; and his
- [Daily Reflection: Weather, Tides, Moon](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/daily-reflection-weather-tides-moon/) - Well, it's Monday and the weather outside is still a bit temperamental and unpredictable. Today, though, the National Weather Service says there's still a 60 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms after 5 p.m., with heavy rains and temperatures near the high 80s. Tonight, those scattered showers and thunderstorms will continue, the Weather Service says,
- [Scene Around: Weather, Tides, COVID & River View](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/scene-around-weather-tides-covid-s/)
- [R-FH Area Weekly Snapshot: Looking Back & Ahead, Weather, COVID & Pics](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/r-fh-area-weekly-snapshot-looking-back-ahead-weather-tides-covid-pics/) - Under the Fair Haven Dock perspective ... Photos/Elaine Van Develde When the rain clears and the sun shines, shadows are cast. They offer a perspective of what’s behind, ahead and sometimes the view from beneath the surface. So, that in mind, we take a look back at last week, what’s to come this week and
- [Scene Around: Weather, Tides, COVID, Pics & a Meeting](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/scene-around-weather-tides-covid-pics-a-meeting/) - Well, the week has begun with an awful lot of silence around Rumson and Fair Haven. The sounds of the Fair Haven Firemen’s Fair are missing. It’s a historic summer’s end without the fair bringing all in the area together for some traditional homecomings. Fair unions and reunions run deep. For more than a century,
- [Changing Landscape: Power of Place 2020](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/changing-landscape-power-of-place-2020/) - There's a great deal of power in place. The places in people's lives anchor them, comfort them, change them, inspire them. Each place to which we travel, even within our own hometown iconic spots, does one or all of these things. In one way or another, place defines us. That's the power in place. It
- [Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge Travel Advisory & Channel Alert](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/rumson-sea-bright-bridge-travel-advisory-tides-channel-alert/) - The Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge replacement construction schedule remains status quo this week, with work scheduled from the usual 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., through Friday, weather permitting. Work on the navigational channel under the bridge has ensued, with clearance alerts for waterborne travelers on the Shrewsbury River. Monmouth County officials advise ... Waterway travelers to
- [Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge, Roadway Travel & River Advisory](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/rumson-sea-bright-bridge-roadway-travel-river-tides-advisory/) - The Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge replacement construction activity schedule remains status quo this week with work continuing daily from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. through Friday, weather permitting, and a roadway construction alert. Advisories from Monmouth County officials ... Roadway and sidewalk travelers should maintain an awareness of ... New, temporary lane striping at the intersection
- [Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge, Roadway Travel & River Advisory](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/rumson-sea-bright-bridge-roadway-travel-river-tides-advisory-2/) - The Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge replacement construction activity schedule remains status quo this week with work continuing daily from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. through Friday, weather permitting, and a roadway travel delay alert. Improvements to areas surrounding the bridge, such as West Park. Advisories from Monmouth County officials Roadway and sidewalk travelers should maintain an
- [Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge Travel Advisory](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/rumson-sea-bright-bridge-travel-tides-advisory/) - The Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge replacement construction activity schedule remains status quo this week with work continuing daily from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. through Friday, weather permitting, and a roadway travel delay alert. Improvements to areas surrounding the bridge, such as West Park, are underway. Advisories from Monmouth County Officials Roadway and sidewalk travelers should
- [Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge Travel Advisory](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/rumson-sea-bright-bridge-travel-and-tides-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. In addition, for waterborne travelers and passive and active recreation purposes, tide information in the Shrewsbury River, courtesy of tideschart.com, can be found here. Advisories from Monmouth County Officials Roadway
- [Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge Travel Advisory](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/rumson-sea-bright-bridge-travel-and-tides-advisory-2/) - 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. Advisories from Monmouth County Officials Roadway and sidewalk travelers should maintain an awareness of ... Possible travel delays at the intersection of Ocean Avenue and Rumson Road in Sea Bright.
- [Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge Travel Advisory](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/rumson-sea-bright-bridge-travel-tides-advisory-2/) - 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. Advisories from Monmouth County Officials Roadway and sidewalk travelers should maintain an awareness of ... Waterway construction activity: The western half of the channel under the bridge
- [Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge Construction, Travel Advisory](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/rumson-sea-bright-bridge-construction-travel-and-tides-advisory/) - Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge replacement construction work is planned for a bit expanded schedule this week, from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. through Saturday, May 3, weather permitting. Monmouth County officials have announced scheduled construction activities (below) along with corresponding travel advisory information. On the Shrewsbury River waterway ... Through May 1, there will be no
- [Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge Travel, Construction Advisory](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/rumson-sea-bright-bridge-travel-construction-tides-advisory/) - Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge replacement activity is on its status quo construction hours schedule, from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., with expanded work days through Sunday, May 11, weather permitting. The precise construction that is scheduled is listed below. Shrewsbury River travel advisory information is also included. Monmouth County officials have announced the following travel advisory
- [Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge Travel, Construction Advisory](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/rumson-sea-bright-bridge-travel-construction-tides-advisory-2/) - Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge replacement activity is on its status quo construction hours schedule, from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., through Sunday, May 18, weather permitting. The precise construction that is scheduled is listed below. Shrewsbury River travel advisory information is also included. Monmouth County officials have announced the following travel advisory information for the bridge
- [Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge Travel, Construction Advisory](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/rumson-sea-bright-bridge-travel-construction-tides-advisory-3/) - Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge replacement activity is on its status quo construction hours schedule, from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., through Sunday, May 18, weather permitting, with no bridge openings for a period of time. The precise construction that is scheduled is listed below. Shrewsbury River travel advisory information is also included. Monmouth County officials have
- [Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge Travel, Construction Advisory](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/rumson-sea-bright-bridge-travel-construction-tides-advisory-4/) - Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge replacement activity is on its status quo construction hours schedule, from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., from Tuesday through Friday, May 30, weather permitting, with full channel bridge openings in effect. The precise construction that is scheduled is listed below. Shrewsbury River tides and travel advisory information is also included. Monmouth County
- [Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge Travel, Construction Advisory](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/rumson-sea-bright-bridge-travel-construction-tides-advisory-5/) - Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge replacement activity is on its status quo construction hours schedule, from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. through Friday, weather permitting, with a schedule of the new bridge openings in effect. The precise construction that is scheduled is listed below. Shrewsbury River travel advisory information is also included. On the Shrewsbury River waterway What's happening with construction of the new Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge this week.
- [Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge Travel, Construction Advisory](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/rumson-sea-bright-bridge-travel-construction-tides-advisory-6/) - Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge replacement activity is on its status quo construction hours schedule, from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. through Friday, weather permitting, with a schedule of the new bridge openings in effect. The precise construction that is scheduled is listed below. Shrewsbury River tides and travel advisory information is also included. On the Shrewsbury
- [Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge Travel and Construction Advisory](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/rumson-sea-bright-bridge-travel-construction-tides-advisory-7/) - Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge replacement activity is on its status quo construction hours schedule, from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. through Friday, weather permitting, with a schedule of the new bridge span openings in effect. The precise construction that is scheduled is listed below. Shrewsbury River tides and travel advisory information is also included. On the
- [Retro School Daze: The Rope Lady](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-school-daze-the-rope-lady/) - A reprise in honor of those folks who used to be in charge of keeping the kids safe on their walk to school. Remember when everyone walked to school? It was a time when kids had to walk the ... rope. The first day of school, last week, was commemorated with a look back to that
- [Retro Rumson Artsy Elementary Teacher Appreciation](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rumson-artsy-elementary-teacher-appreciation/) - It's elementary — teacher appreciation. And there's an art to elementary teaching — or teaching art to elementary school kids. It's so elementary that we're taking the appreciation all the way back to pretty close to the start with some appreciation for one of those who was the namesake for what is now and has
- [In Memoriam: Popular Area Barber, Tony Tamburello, 86](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-popular-area-barber-tony-tamburello-86/) - Popular area barber/hair stylist, Anthony Joseph Tamburello, known as Tony the Barber, of Tinton Falls, passed away on Thursday, July 10. He was 86. Proudly born in Newark, Tony was nicknamed “Nino” by his family. He moved to North Arlington as a teen and graduated from Belleville High School, Class of 1956, where he played basketball
- [Rumson Police Report: Stalking, Underage Drinking, Child Endangerment, DUI](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/rumson-police-report-stalking-underage-drinking-child-endangerment-dui/) - The following August arrests were reported by Rumson police. An arrest does not constitute a conviction. A DUI alone is a motor vehicle offense. Arrests • Patrols responded to complaints of a loud party on Waterman Avenue on Aug. 29. Multiple juveniles possessing alcohol were present. Timothy Diehl, 54, of Rumson, was issued summons for maintaining
- [In Memoriam: Red Bank Resident, Jim Cawley, 86](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-red-bank-resident-jim-cawley-86/) - Red Bank resident James Cawley passed away on Sept. 5 with his family by his side. He was 86. Born in Philadelphia, PA, Jim grew up in north Jersey, where he was a stand-out high school track athlete winning frequent accolades running the mile. A proud former Army paratrooper, he had an encyclopedic knowledge of
- [Retro Back-to-School Walking the Rope](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-first-day-school-walking-rope/)
- [Retro First Day of School Girls](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-first-day-of-school-girls/) - A back-to-school reprise ... Knock-kneed, nervous and all dressed up with somewhere to go, this gaggle Fair Haven neighborhood girls of 1965 lined up so their moms could get that classic first-day-of-kindergarten shot. And there wasn't a smile among them. Back in the day, it wasn't the moms who were holding back the tears (OK,
- [Police Report: Drug Possession, DUIs](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/police-report-drug-possession-duis/) - The following July arrests were reported by Little Silver police. An arrest does not constitute a conviction. Arrests • Jill A. Mannix, 51, of Little Silver was arrested on July 30 and charged with driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs (DUI) and related traffic offenses by Patrolman Christopher Gilmore. • Luis A. Colocho,
- [Retro Youth Center P.M. Kindergarten Class Act](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-youth-center-p-m-kindergarten-class-act/) - Our annual back-to-school reprise all about those first days of school along with some who, what, when and boogeyman parts ... Take this little trip back in time with us to remember Fair Haven's kindergarten days of yesteryear ... It was a real first and last class act of 1965 — the kindergarten class that
- [Retro RFH Dudes of Caribbean Locals' Summer](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rfh-carribean-spirits/) - A reprise Retro Pic of the Day, originally posted on Sept. 14, 2016 in the spirit of a balmy locals' summer day, knowing that the summer spirit never truly ends for the Rumson-Fair Haven area young and forever young at heart ... And these guys are about to reunite at their 50th RFH reunion ...
- [In Memoriam: Longtime Fair Havenite Richard Huff, 86](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-longtime-fair-havenite-richard-huff-86/) - Longtime Fair Havenite Richard Huff passed away on Aug. 23, "surrounded by loving family." He was 86. Richard was born to Gardner and Helen Huff in Chicago, IL. He attended Purdue University, IN. The Boilermakers and Delta Epsilon Fraternity remained an enthusiastic part of his life. Following graduation, Richard enlisted in the U.S. Army, which
- [In Memoriam: Former Longtime Rumsonite Paul Frieze, 89](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-former-longtime-rumsonite-paul-frieze-89/) - Former longtime Rumsonite Paul Frieze passed away on Aug. 26. He was 89. A native New Yorker, Paul was born in the Bronx. He was a graduate of DeWitt Clinton High School and City College of New York. Paul was a U.S. Army veteran, having served honorably in Germany. Funeral services were held at Temple Beth Miriam
- [Prosecutor: Former Area High School Teacher Pleads Guilty to Sexual Assault of Students](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-former-area-high-school-teacher-pleads-guilty-to-sexual-assault-of-students/) - A former area high school teacher has pleaded guilty to the sexual assault of two of her students, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Tuesday. Julie Rizzitello, 37, of Brick Township, a former Wall Township High School teacher, last week pleaded guilty to two counts of second-degree sexual assault stemming from the incidents
- [Fair Remembrance: All's Fair in the Middle](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/fair-remembrance-alls-fair-in-the-middle/) - Our annual reprise about what it really means to experience all that's fair for a Fair Haven kid ... There are a lot of significant beginnings and endings this time of the year. The end of summer. The beginning of locals' summer. The start of school — new chapters and first days. But, what about
- [Focus: Going Home to a 'Middle' of Fair Sights, Friends, Neighbors and a High Five](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/focus-going-home-to-a-middle-of-fair-sights-friends-neighbors-and-a-high-five/) - But, what about the middle? The end of the Fair Haven Firemen's Fair has always brought me, and many a "fair" kid, back to that middle haven. It's home ... It’s that time — the time when you held it and walked with it (that balloon that eventually got away) that made you smile —
- [Remembering My Fair Daddy](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/fair-remembrance-my-grand-daddy-of-the-stockroom/) - The following piece was originally published on Aug. 31, 2015. It is being re-run, with changes only in the amount of years that have passed, in memory of my father, Bill Van Develde, former longtime Fair Haven Fire Company member, president and captain of the Fire Police and chairman of the Stock Room at the fair,
- [Old News: Fair Firemen, 10-Cent Charlestons, Ponies, Carousels, Spin Art and Flying Geraldos](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/old-news-fair-firemen-10-cent-charlestons-ponies-carousels-spin-art-and-flying-geraldos/) - The Charleston, flying trapeze artists, the Zipper or not, the Fair Haven Firemen's Fair has been an end-of-summer tradition since its inception in 1921. Yes, some things never change — like the fair's core of community legacy. Yes, legacy. It's a concept that those lacking a sense of community and connection in their souls just
- [Retro Rumson Firemen's Fair Moment](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rumson-firemen-fair-moment/)
- [Two DWI Checkpoints Set for Labor Day Weekend](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/two-dwi-checkpoints-set-for-labor-day-weekend/) - With the weekend that ends summer, Labor Day weekend, there will be two separate DWI checkpoints in Monmouth County running from Friday night through Sunday morning, The Monmouth County DWI Task Force announced. The DWI Checkpoint Details On Friday, Aug. 29, in Marlboro ... Starting at 9 p.m. and running until 1 a.m. on Saturday,
- [Steeping in Fair Memories: Cooking Up Firemen's Fair Goodness](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-fair-kitchen-dining-room-folks/) - The following piece was originally published on Aug. 27, 2015. It's fair time again, so it's time to take a look back at how things were and are done a pivotal place at the fair — the kitchen and dining room. By Elaine Van Develde Someone's in the kitchen at Fair Haven Firemen's Fair grounds. And
- [Scene Around: Readying for Middle School in Rumson](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/scene-around-readying-for-middle-school-in-rumson/) - It's just about back-to-school time in Rumson. That means it's time to orient the incoming students to what will be their new school experience. So, today, incoming sixth graders gathered for an orientation at Forrestdale in the Rumson School District's auditorium, classrooms and halls of the middle school. School starts in Rumson at Forrestdale on
- [Retro Little Folk Singin' Fair Ladies](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-little-folk-singin-fair-ladies/) - There's nothing better, or more carnival apropos, to kick off the Fair Haven Firemen's Fair than a parade. And, back in the day, like the '60s or early '70s day, it happened. And since there's nothing more Americana than a big small-town fair, what better group to march in it than a band of merry
- [Retro Fair Candy Apple Daze](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-fair-candy-apple-lady-family/)
- [In Memoriam: Little Silver Resident, Thomas Allmond Kennedy](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-little-silver-resident-thomas-allmond-kennedy/) - He is now in "that house not made with hands, eternal in the heavens." Gone but not forgotten, a special man who touched the lives of many and left his mark upon us all. Little Silver resident, Thomas Allmond Kennedy, formerly of Wilmington, DE, Brooklyn, NY, and Rhosllanerchrugog, Wales, passed away on Saturday, Aug. 23,
- [Focus: Rumson River Daze & Weather for the Week Ahead](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/focus-rumson-river-daze-weather-for-the-week-ahead/) - Summer skies have cleared, humidity is low and it's the weather is perfect for some Rumson river time and a few end-of-summer wins down the road at the Fair Haven Firemen's Fair. Those overcast, rainy skies from last week's Hurricane Erin remnants have passed, making way for a great weather week. Check out the forecast
- [Fair Reflections: An Ode to Opening Night of the Fair Haven Firemen's Fair](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/fair-reflections-ode-opening-night-fair-haven-firemens-fair/) - Our annual reprise in celebration of opening night of the Fair Haven Firemen's Fair ... All's fair. The night before. The decades later. It's something a Fair Haven kid will always see ... a shooting star that they grabbed and tucked away in their heart, holding onto the glistening, magical light. The night is still.
- [Two DWI Checkpoints Set for Weekend Starting Friday Night](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/two-dwi-checkpoints-set-for-weekend-starting-friday-night/) - Summer is coming to an end; but, DWI checkpoints are not. There are two this weekend, The Monmouth County DWI Task Force has announced. The DWI Checkpoint Details On Friday, Aug. 22, in Sea Girt ... Starting at 9 p.m. and running until 1 a.m. on Saturday, all vehicles traveling south on Route 71 will
- [Retro Fair Haven Firemen's Fair Carousel Riding](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-fair-haven-firemens-fair-carousel-girl/) - More than three decades ago, in 1993, a little girl got on the carousel at the Fair Haven Firemen's Fair and took a ride. She was beaming and waving as she rode 'round and 'round. The moment was captured in a black-and-white photo on, no less, a point-and-shoot film camera. It was developed in the darkroom
- [A Fair Haven Historic Preservation Commission FYI](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/a-fair-haven-historic-preservation-commission-fyi/) - By David Vilacoba Most Fair Haven residents don't realize that the borough's Historic Preservation Commission, an advisory board to the governing body designed to protect and promote all things historical, meets and shares discoveries and stamps of approval regularly. The most recent meeting yielded some interesting tidbits. Call it a sign of the times. The
- [Rumson Police: Hurricane Erin Weather Alert; Flood Area Parking Plan](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/rumson-police-hurricane-erin-weather-alert-flood-area-parking-plan/) - From Rumson police ... A coastal flood warning has been issued for our area due to the impacts of Hurricane Erin and the upcoming new moon cycle. Significant coastal hazards are expected beginning today, Aug. 20, through Friday, Aug. 22, with conditions peaking on Thursday, Aug. 21, as the storm passes offshore. Over the next
- [Retro RFH Class of '78 First Reunion Girls](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rfh-class-of-78-first-reunion-girls/) - The year was 1988. It was a decade past graduation, yet, The Hustle was still happening. So was Saturday Night Fever. And three besties had the fever getting set to dance to the tune of the RFH Class of '78's first reunion — the 10th in 1988. These three childhood friends are still friends today
- [Rumson Police: Sunday Accident Under Investigation](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/rumson-police-sunday-accident-under-investigation/) - A Sunday accident in Rumson that downed utility poles, caused a power outage and injured two people is under investigation, Rumson police said in a released statement. The accident, at East River and Blackpoint roads, happened on Sunday, Aug. 17, at 5:05 p.m., the release said. Police were dispatched to the scene of the "single-car,
- [Retro Wheel of Fair Fortune](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-wheel-of-fair-fortune/) - Reprise, because the countdown to Fair Haven Firemen's Fair time has begun! Yes, there are games of chance at the fair, but most would agree that everyone's a winner with the fair and its cache of memories for any area-raised kid. Spin ... "Round and round she goes; and, where she stops, nobody knows." That
- [Police Report: Burglary, Assault, Terroristic Threats, Harassment, False Imprisonment, Theft, Graffiti, DWI, Disorderly](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/police-report-burglary-assault-terroristic-threats-harassment-false-imprisonment-theft-graffiti-dwi-disorderly/) - 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 license plate from a vehicle in the area of Monmouth Street was a reported on July 31. Patrolman Frank Metta took the report. • An incident of criminal
- [In Memoriam: Longtime Rumsonite Carol Blesse, 95](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-longtime-rumsonite-carol-blesse-95/) - Longtime former Rumsonite, Carol Einbeck Blesse, died peacefully at her home on Aug. 2. She was 95. Born in Weehawken, Carol grew up in West New York. She lived in Rumson for 45 years before moving to Little Silver and then Red Bank. She is survived by: her sister, Jean Vogrin, of Medford.; sons Don
- [New Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge Open; Travel Alerts Continue](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/new-rumson-sea-bright-bridge-open-travel-alerts-continue/) - While the new Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge is open and fully operational, work around the bridge continues and Monmouth County officials continue to advise motorists and pedestrians of waterborne, bridge and surrounding area travel alerts. This week, the contractor is scheduled to continue final touch construction phase work from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., weather permitting,
- [Retro TGIF Shot of Frank's Bar & Rumson Spirits](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-tgif-shot-of-franks-bar-rumson-spirits/) - When doing the TGIF thing, everyone could use a little shot of cheer, good spirits and great memories to kick off the weekend.
- [Retro Classy RFH Officers of '75](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-classy-rfh-officers-of-75/) - You could say they had class. The senior officers of the RFH Class of 1975 definitely had that class. They presided over, represented and ran all things having to do with the Class of '75. Where are these classy leaders now? Well, as the RFH Class of '75 is readying classmates for its 50th reunion,
- [In Memoriam: Little Silver-Raised Lisa Hewitt McLean](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-little-silver-raised-lisa-hewitt-mclean/) - Little Silver-raised Lisa Anne Hewitt McLean passed away. She was the beloved wife of Harold McLean, cherished daughter of Burbon and Anne Hewitt, and sister to Robert. She was the proud mother of Kristoffer McLean and Megan McLean, and a caring stepmother to Craig McLean and Courtney MacKenzie. Her most treasured role was as grandmother to
- [Cooking Up '50s-Style Fun on Starvation Island](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/cooking-up-50s-style-fun-on-starvation-island/) - It's all fun and island-hopping games until they have to start a fire. Yes, there comes a time when summer Rumson island-hopping coolness sets in, parents rang the unheard dinner bell and a bunch of hungry, wayward, marooned kids try to cook that fish they caught and toast their own little buns. Summer nights setting
- [In Memoriam: Red Bank Fireman, Former Fair Haven Public Works Foreman, Chuck King Jr., 71](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-red-bank-fireman-former-fair-haven-public-works-foreman-chuck-king-jr-71/) - Little Silver resident, Red Bank fireman and former Fair Haven Department of Public Works foreman, Chuck King Jr., passed away on Aug. 10, at Riverview Medical Center in Red Bank. He was 71. Affectionately known as “The Crab King,” Chuck was born in Red Bank and remained a lifelong resident of the area. Following retirement,
- [Prosecutor: Ex-State Trooper Pleads Guilty to Attempted Sexual Assault of 14-Year-Old](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-ex-state-trooper-pleads-guilty-to-attempted-sexual-assault-of-14-year-old/) - A former New Jersey State Police trooper has pleaded guilty to the attempted sexual assault of a child in the summer of 2024, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Tuesday. During a hearing held last week before Monmouth County Superior Court Judge Henry P. Butehorn, the former trooper, 32-year-old Shane H. Dempsey, pleaded
- [Prosecutor: Serious Accident Under Investigation](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-serious-accident-under-investigation/) - The cause of a motor-vehicle crash that resulted in the driver being hospitalized and in critical condition is under investigation, Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Tuesday. On Sunday, Aug. 10, at 9:52 a.m., Howell police responded to the area of County Road 547 near the intersection of Oak Glen Road for a report of
- [Prosecutor: 28-Year-Old Man Charged with Theft of $500K from Employer](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-28-year-old-man-charged-with-theft-of-500k-from-employer/) - A 28-year-old New York man has been charged with stealing nearly $500,000 from his Ocean Township-based employer, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Tuesday. Joseph Hardoon, of Valley Stream, NY, has been charged with second-degree theft by unlawful taking in connection with the incident. The case background ... An investigation by the MCPO
- [Retro Fair Havenites' Day at the Beach](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-fair-haven-family-day-at-the-beach/) - It's just beachy! The whole scene. And it's a daily family affair for most Rumson-Fair Haven area people — hitting the beach. It's always been that way. Sea Bright club, from sun up to sun down or public. Packing it all in and getting beached is downright habitual among area people. This look back to
- [In Memoriam: Former Longtime Popular Teacher, Fair Havenite, Fireman, Gary Verwilt, 79](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-former-longtime-popular-teacher-fair-havenite-fireman-gary-verwilt-79/) - Former Fair Havenite, longtime popular teacher, fireman, Charles "Gary" Verwilt, passed away peacefully, after a long battle with dementia, on Monday evening, Aug. 4, at his temporary home in Eatontown. He was 79. More about Gary Verwilt ... Born on March 2, 1946, Gary was the son of the late Albert and Vivian Verwilt. He grew
- [New Rumson Sea Bright Bridge Open with Roadway and Sidewalk Travel Advisory in Effect](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/new-rumson-sea-bright-bridge-open-with-roadway-and-sidewalk-travel-advisory-in-effect/) - While the new Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge is fully open to motorists and pedestrians, some finishing touch work on and around the bridge continues. So, Monmouth County officials advise this week that the contractor is scheduled to continue construction phase work 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. through Friday, weather permitting. Construction vehicles will continue to enter
- [Prosecutor: Area Cop Charged with Lying About Criminal Past in Seeking Police Employment](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-area-cop-charged-with-lying-about-criminal-past-in-seeking-police-employment/) - An area police officer has been charged with repeatedly lying about his criminal history and termination from a prior job in law enforcement while seeking and obtaining police employment in New Jersey, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Friday. Briant K. Nixon, 38, a Neptune Township Police Department officer, has been charged with:
- [Retro RFH 50th Reunion Party Time](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rfh-50th-reunion-party-time/) - They partied like it was 1973. It wasn't that long ago, not so retro, actually, when the RFH Class of '73 celebrated its 50th reunion at Rumson's Salt Creek Grille. It was the summer of 2023. But it was a very long time ago in 1973 when they graduated — half a century, to be
- [In Memoriam: Monmouth Beach Resident, Hugh Hayes II, 63](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-monmouth-beach-resident-hugh-hayes-ii-63/) - Monmouth Beach resident, Hugh Hayes II, passed away peacefully on Aug. 3 at Monmouth Medical Center after a brief illness. He was 63. Born in Milwaukee, WI, Hugh and his family moved to Middletown in 1969, when he was 7. He was a 1980 graduate of Middletown South High School, and a 1985 graduate of
- [Prosecutor: Second Man Arrested and Charged in June Murder](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-second-man-arrested-and-charged-in-june-murder/) - A second man was arrested and charged with murder and related weapons offenses stemming from a June fatal Howell shooting, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Thursday. Salvador J. Cabellos Diaz, 47, of Jackson, was charged with first-degree murder, second-degree unlawful possession of a weapon, and second-degree possession of a weapon for an
- [Focus: National Night Out Fun in Fair Haven](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/focus-national-night-out-fun-in-fair-haven/) - It was National Night Out on Tuesday — a night when police and other emergency responders come together with those they protect and serve for a little community interaction, learning and fun. Fair Haven police, firemen and first aiders were at the borough's Community Center to meet, greet and teach residents all about their work
- [In Memoriam: Little Silver-Raised RBR Grad, William Richards, 19](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-little-silver-raised-rbr-grad-william-richards-19/) - "With profound sorrow and deep love, we announce the loss of our beloved son and brother, William Westapher Richards, affectionately known to many as Will, who passed away at the age of 19". ~ family of William Richards William grew up in Little Silver and was a graduate of Red Bank Regional High School (RBR).
- [Retro RFH Reunion Dancing](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rfh-reunion-dancing/) - Yes, it’s RFH reunion season. And the RFH Class of '75 has a big one coming up in September — a 50th. RFH reunions always involve a lot of partying, gab festing and celebrating. After all, that’s what reunions are for, right? There’s usually a string of reunions happening at different summer times, starting with
- [Retro 'Night Out' Mayoral Dunkin'](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-night-dunking/) - Reprise ... in honor of the best of National Night Out times ... Every year there's a Fair Haven National Night Out. It's a night, celebrated on the national level, designed to familiarize residents, from kids to seniors, with police and other emergency responders in town. That Night Out is always the first Tuesday in
- [In Memoriam: Monmouth Beach-Raised Emme Rempel, 29](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-monmouth-beach-raised-emme-rempel-29/) - Monmouth Beach-raised Emerald "Emme" Anne Rempel passed away on July 31 after a courageous battle with breast cancer. She was 29. Emme is survived by: her loving parents, Katrine and Brendan Rempel; her brothers, Connor and Liam Rempel; her aunts, uncles, and cousins. A memorial is set for Sunday, Aug. 10, from noon to 4
- [Rumson Police Report: Dealing & Possession of More than 5 lbs. of Marijuana, DUI, Contempt](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/rumson-police-report-dealing-possession-of-more-than-5-lbs-of-marijuana-dui-contempt/) - The following July arrests were reported by Rumson police. An arrest does not constitute a conviction. DUI is a motor vehicle offense in the state of NJ. • Myles Wester, 19, of Red Bank, was arrested in the area of Rumson and Hance roads on July 31 and charged with driving under the influence of July arrests reported by Rumson police.
- [In Memoriam: Longtime Little Silver Resident, Carolyn McMullin, 88](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-longtime-little-silver-resident-carolyn-mcmullin-88/) - Longtime Little Silver resident, Carolyn Elizabeth McTague McMullin, died peacefully at home on July 31, surrounded by her adoring family, including her four daughters, two sisters and grandchildren. She was 88. Born in Jersey City in 1937 to Dr. Robert and Edna (Larsen) McTague, Carolyn grew up in Atlantic Highlands. Her father was the town’s
- [Police Report: Drug Possession, CDS Paraphernalia, Fugitive from Justice, DUI](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/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. • Laura Pennell, 30, of Brick, was arrested in the area of Newman Springs Road on June 28 and charged with driving under the influence of drugs/alcohol
- [Scene Around: Cutting the Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge Ribbon](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/scene-around-rumson-sea-bright-bridge-ribbon-cut/) - After more than a decade's worth of stakeholder meetings, planning, design development, final plans and, finally, construction, the long-anticipated new Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge has been completed and opened for travel yesterday. As design plans showed since 2013, the roughly $138 million federally-funded new bridge was built parallel to the old one so that travel could
- [Retro First RFH Reunion TGIF Cheers](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-first-rfh-reunion-tgif-cheers/) - TGIF and cheers, again, to reunion season ... With that toast, remember that there's always a first. And when it comes to firsts, there's nothing quite like that first RFH reunion. It's always a doozy. OK, it's a fun word. Doozy. It really is, though. That first reunion is a doozy of a trip back
- [Retro RFHer's Sea Bright Beach Cruise](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rfhers-sea-bright-beach-cruise/) - There's nothing quite like a beach cruise — in the parking lot of any Sea Bright beach in the 70s.
- [New Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge to Open for Travel](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/new-rumson-sea-bright-bridge-to-open-for-travel/) - 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. Rumson police have announced that "The New Rumson Sea-Bright Bridge (S-32) will officially open tomorrow, Thursday, July 31, in the late afternoon." The official ribbon-cutting ceremony will
- [RFH Class of '75 Set for 50th Reunion; Shout-Out to Find the Missing](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/rfh-class-of-75-set-for-50th-reunion-shout-out-to-find-the-missing/) - Call it Dawggone golden ... with purple highlights, of course. The Rumson-Fair Haven Regional High School (RFH) Class of 1975 is readying for its 50th reunion. Yes, that's half a golden century past graduation for those ol' Bulldogs, decades later dubbed Dawgs. The plan is to see one another in September. Yes, some things change
- [Scene Around: Fair Haven Schools Upgrades Progress Report](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/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. The schools' administration showed all via social media, while giving the summer update on the plan's fruition. Here's what was said ... Take a look ... — Photos/Fair
- [In Memoriam: Longtime Red Bank Resident, Maria Caterina Vespa, 90](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/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. Maria Caterina was predeceased
- [Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge Summer Travel & Construction Advisory](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/rumson-sea-bright-bridge-summer-travel-construction-advisory-2/) - 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. On the Shrewsbury River waterway around the bridge ... Normal bridge operations are expected at all times.
- [In Memoriam: Longtime Rumson Resident, Mary Frances Croft, 78](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/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. Mary is survived by:
- [Prosecutor: Area Man Charged with $141K Cell Phone Theft](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/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. Norberto O. Matias, 35, of Union Beach has been charged with second-degree theft by unlawful taking stemming from the thefts. The case background ... An investigation by
- [DWI Checkpoint Set for Saturday Night](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/dwi-checkpoint-set-for-saturday-night-2/) - 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. The DWI Checkpoint Details On Saturday, July 26, in Colts Neck ... Starting at 9 p.m. and running through to 1 a.m. Sunday morning, all vehicles
- [Simple Summer: The RFH Musical Mom Connection on the Dock](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/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 No one was crabby about it, just fishing for some music. Call it a simple summer note of musical appreciation and RFH connection. An
- [Retro Hot Rumson Summer Coolness](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rumson-summer-sunning/)
- [In Memoriam: Longtime Sea Bright Resident, Ed Wheeler, 87](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-longtime-sea-bright-resident-ed-wheeler-87/) - Longtime Sea Bright resident, Ed Wheeler, passed away on July 18. He was 87. Born in Long Branch, Ed spent his childhood and teenage years in a second-floor apartment at 661 South 19th Street in Newark. He attended Irvington Tech, located in the Vailsburg section of Newark. During his teen years, he enjoyed his cars
- [Meet R-FH Retro's New Intern](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/meet-r-fh-retros-new-intern/) - You'll see him around the towns. Rumson-Fair Haven Retrospect (R-FH Retro) has a new intern and he's on the Rumson-Fair Haven area beat and ready to help out and get the towns covered a bit more. David is eager to capture hyperlocal news, fun scenes around the towns, a little history and events. His link
- [RFH Scores High with AP Placement Exams](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/rfh-scores-high-with-ap-placement-exams/) - The statistics are in; and Rumson Fair Haven Regional High School (RFH) has placed very high on its students' Advanced Placement (AP) exam scores. More than 400 students took the exams this past spring, or roughly 49 percent of the total student body. With most students taking more than one course, the school administered more
- [Retro Rumson Renegades in the Park](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rumson-renegades-in-the-park/) - It's just plain campy! There's nothing like a nice summer day replete with some bubble-blowing, power-posing, bathing suited, short-sporting kids on a mission to make some summer fun — at camp ... or something like it. It's not certain that this is what this kid crew at Rumson's Victory Park gazebo likely in the late
- [In Memoriam: Former Rumsonite, Kathleen Dwyer, 62](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-former-rumsonite-kathleen-dwyer-62/) - Former Rumsonite, Kathleen Dwyer, passed away on Sunday morning, July 20, "after a tough fight with endometrial cancer." She was 62. She leaves behind: her mother, Barbara Dwyer, 86, of Rumson; and her daughter, Page Smith, 23, of Laurence Harbor. Visitation will be held on Friday, July 25, from noon to 2 p.m. at Thompson A service is set for Friday.
- [In Memoriam: Native Rumsonite Phyllis Pardi, 98](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-native-rumsonite-phyllis-pardi-98/) - Native Rumsonite Phyllis Pardi passed away on Sunday, July 20. She was 98. Phyllis is predeceased by: her beloved husband, Carmen J. Pardi (Cubby); her son, Steven; her parents, Elizabeth and Luigi Vinci; and her brother, Nicola Vinci. She is survived by: seven of her children, Elizabeth Fox, Mary Almestad, Joseph, Thomas, Laura Duprey, Michael Services are set to start on Thursday, July 24.
- [Old News: RFH's 'Damn Yankees' Summer Theatrics](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/old-news-rfh-damn-yankees-summer-stock-of-75-theatrics/) - Leave Lola and the Devil out of it. Whatever RFHers want, RFHers get ... And, back in the summer of '75, they wanted summer stock theater. And they got it — a brutally fun load of it crammed into five dramatic dancing, singing, acting weeks among RFHers. Summer theater was a hopping, happening thing nearly,
- [Police Report: Theft, Burglary, Assault, Drugs, Disorderly, Defiant Trespass, Graffiti, DWI](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/police-report-theft-burglary-assault-drugs-disorderly-defiant-trespass-graffiti-dwi/) - The following June criminal incidents and arrests were reported by Red Bank police. An arrest does not constitute a conviction. Criminal Incidents • The theft of a green purse containing $200 tin cash, a social security card and several insurance and credit cards from the area of Catherine Street was reported on June 30. Patrolman June criminal incidents and arrests reported by Red Bank police.
- [Police Report: Assault, Theft, Harassment, Criminal Mischief, Sexual Assault, Drugs, Defiant Trespass, Weapons Possession](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/police-report-assault-theft-harassment-criminal-mischief-sexual-assault-drugs-defiant-trespass-weapons-possession/) - The following August criminal incidents and arrests were reported by Red Bank police. An arrest does not constitute a conviction. Criminal Incidents • The theft of light bulbs, valued at $21, from a residence on Leonard Street was reported on Aug. 30. Patrolman Eliot Ramos took the report. • The theft of a Red Max
- [Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge Summer Travel & Construction Advisory](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/rumson-sea-bright-bridge-summer-travel-construction-advisory/) - Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge replacement activity is on its status quo schedule this week, with work continuing daily from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. through through Friday, weather permitting. Specific construction projects for the week are listed below the travel advisory information. On the Shrewsbury River Waterway ... Normal bridge operations are expected at all times.
- [Retro RFH TGIF Party Pals](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rfh-tgif-party-pals/) - Don't try this at home! It's the balloons. Yeah, the balloons are the dangerous party tools, not the girls. Yet, while it's doubtful that anyone would call these "innocents" of the '70s tools, it's a sure bet that the combination of RFH girls could be dangerous — dangerously fun, that is. You saw them (or a
- [Prosecutor: 19-Year-Old Arrested, Charged with Murder in Fatal April Shooting](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-19-year-old-arrested-charged-with-murder-in-fatal-april-shooting/) - A 19-year-old man has been arrested and charged with murder and weapons possession offenses in connection with an April fatal shooting that claimed the life of another 19-year-old man, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Friday. The 19-year-old accused, Jordan I. Glisson, of Asbury Park, has been charged with: one count of first-degree
- [Police Report: Assault, Lewdness, Criminal Trespass, DUI, Defiant Trespass](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/police-report-assault-lewdness-criminal-trespass-dui-defiant-trespass/) - The following May and June arrests were reported by Monmouth Beach police. An arrest does not constitute a conviction. Arrests Michael Jenks, 39, of Eatontown, was arrested at Atlantic Avenue and Church Street on June 28 and charged with DUI (driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs) and several other related motor vehicle offenses. May and June arrests reported by Monmouth Beach police.
- [Retro Rumson Boys and Their Boats](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rumson-boys-and-their-boats/) - There's nothing quite like river time in the summertime, especially if you're a Rumson kid with a boat and a best life to bait. This was the prime spot for diving into all that best summer life stuff back in the '70s. It was Pauels Boats. It and its dock used to be about where
- [Prosecutor: 34-Year-Old Man Gets 17 Years for Role in Area Street Gang Racketeering Activities](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-34-year-old-man-gets-17-years-for-role-in-area-street-gang-racketeering-activities/) - A 34-year-old Jackson Township (Ocean County) man has been sentenced to 17 years in prison for his racketeering role in various criminal street gang activities in several Monmouth County towns, Monmouth County First Assistant Prosecutor Julia Alonso announced on Thursday. Xavier “HS” Reed was sentenced to the 17-year prison term on Wednesday, July 9, by
- [Prosecutor: Cop Originally Charged with Shoplifting Investigated; $75K PBA Theft, Misconduct Added](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-cop-originally-charged-with-shoplifting-investigated-75k-pba-theft-misconduct-added/) - An investigation into a South Brunswick police officer’s shoplifting in Monmouth County led to a broader probe revealing that he had stolen more than $75,000 from his Policeman’s Benevolent Association (PBA) chapter, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Wednesday. The officer, Abraham “Jason” Gassman, 53, has been charged with: second-degree official misconduct, second-degree
- [Retro Summer Beach Babies' Bingo](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-locals-summer-beach-babies/) - Ahoy! Ship Ahoy, to locals beaching it back in the summer of '63, that is. Yes, it's a locals' summertime. Always has been. And the locals' summer spots have always been a place of respite from the out-of-towner beach crowd in the Rumson-Fair Haven area. They call them beach clubs. The clubs are pretty pricey
- [Simple Summer: Twirling into a Mini RFH Reunion](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/simple-summer-twirling-into-a-mini-rfh-reunion/) - Mini high school reunion? Give it a whirl. It was more like a twirl for this gaggle of RFH girls from the Class of '78. These Rumson-raised hooligans became the best of buds at RFH when they entertained the masses at football games with a twirling show or 1,000. Yes, they were twirlers when RFH
- [In Memoriam: Longtime What's Your Beef Server, Nancy Kochanski, of Middletown, 85](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-longtime-whats-your-beef-server-nancy-kochanski-of-middletown-85/) - Longtime What's Your Beef server, Nancy Ruth Kochanski, of Middletown, died peacefully at home on Friday, July 11. She was 85. Nancy grew up in Middletown where she lived her whole life and raised her family. She was predeceased by: her parents, James and Margaret (Ayers) Weeks; her husband, Greg Kochanski; two sons, James A service is set for Wednesday.
- [Retro Campy Fair Haven Campers](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-happy-fair-haven-campers/) - Fair Haven's annual borough-wide campout may no longer be a summertime easy, sticky living event, but a first is always a warm memory. This one, back in 2013, was that first. Things got off to a steamy start, as the temps were high, humid and seemingly climbing. As of tent-pitching time, there were only two
- [Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge Summer Construction & Travel Advisory](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/rumson-sea-bright-bridge-summer-construction-travel-advisory/) - The summer's Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge replacement construction is on a status quo schedule again. Work is scheduled for the usual 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. through Friday, weather permitting. Specific construction activities scheduled for the week are listed below the travel advisory information. Activity on and around the Shrewsbury River waterway surrounding the bridge ...
- [Retro RFH Pool Boys](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rfh-pool-boys/) - Reprise. just because ... there's no better time to dive into some summer antics ... Yes, those beach boys of RFH are back again. Is it all clear to take dive into the pool yet? And we're not talking clear of water ... When it's summertime, there's nothing like a dip into the wild side
- [DWI Checkpoint Set for Friday Night](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/dwi-checkpoint-set-for-friday-night-8/) - Summer DWI checkpoints continue with one to start the weekend on Friday night through to early Saturday morning, The Monmouth County DWI Task Force announced. The DWI Checkpoint Details Starting at 9 p.m. on Friday, July 11 in the Navesink section of Middletown ... Until 1 a.m. on Saturday, all vehicles headed north on Route
- [Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge Summer Travel & Construction Alert](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/rumson-sea-bright-bridge-summer-travel-construction-alert/) - Post-Fourth of July holiday, Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge replacement work is scheduled to continue during its usual 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. hours from Wednesday through Friday, weather permitting, with specific construction activities listed below the travel advisory information. On the Shrewsbury River waterway ... The west span of the new bridge will remain in the
- [Retro Rally for the Naked Sandy Hook Truth](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-sandy-hook-bridge-plea/)
- [Retro Fair Haven Bathing Beauty Firecrackers](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-bathing-beauty-firecrackers/) - Reprise ... just because it's time to sizzle, sparkle and boom in the summertime ... Back in the summer of '65 ... the heat was on in Fair Haven, and some pint-sized bathing beauties were set to walk the walk, if the suit and the bathing cap fit. In the spirit of the season, call
- [In Memoriam: Longtime Red Bank Doctor, Vince Randazzo, 82](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-longtime-red-bank-doctor-vince-randazzo-82/) - Longtime Red Bank doctor, Vince Randazzo, passed away on June 20. He was 82. Born in Perth Amboy on Dec. 26, 1942, Vince spent most of his life in the Lincroft section of Middletown, where he built a life centered around family, service, and community. A proud graduate of Rutgers University and Jefferson Medical School, A service is set for July 25.
- [DWI Checkpoint Set for Fourth of July Weekend](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/dwi-checkpoint-set-for-fourth-of-july-weekend/) - Fourth of July weekend is approaching and another summer DWI checkpoint is set for Saturday, The Monmouth County DWI Task Force announced. DWI Checkpoint Details On Saturday night, July 5, in Allenhurst ... Starting at 9 p.m. and running until 1 a.m. on Sunday, vehicles headed north on Main Street will be diverted onto Elberon
- [Rumson Police: Driving Under the Influence Arrests](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/rumson-police-driving-under-the-influence-arrests/) - The following June arrests were reported by Rumson police. An arrest does not constitute a conviction. Driving under the influence (DUI) is a motor vehicle offense in the state of New Jersey. Arrests Frank Biondilillo, 43, of Staten Island, NY was arrested in the area of Ridge and Fair Haven roads on June 14 and
- [Rumson Police: An FYI on Fireworks](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/rumson-police-an-fyi-on-fireworks/) - "If it explodes, it's not legal." That's the lowdown on the legality of homegrown fireworks shows from the Rumson police. With the Fourth of July approaching, the police wanted to give area residents a heads up on what is and is not legal in all of New Jersey with respect to the celebratory sizzling, sparkling
- [Retro Old Timers' Day Tripping](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-old-timers-day-tripping/) - A reprise Retro Pic of the Day in honor of Fair Haven Fire Department's Old Timers' Day. The tradition continued this past Sunday; and, the Old Timers won under the leadership of RFH Class of '78 grad and longtime Fire Department member Bill Heath. Now, back to the 1960s with the annual FHFD tradition, now
- [Simple Summer: Father-Daughter Fish Tales](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/simple-summer-father-daughter-fish-tales/) - No, this is not just another fish story. It's more like a biggest catch boo hoo. It's all about a father-daughter dance around a couple of fish. Call it, instead, a tale of two fish ... and Fair Havenites. No floundering around. This father-daughter duo is always up to something very fishy. And the other
- [Prosecutor: Area Woman Pleads Guilty to Leaving Scene of Fatal Pedestrian Accident](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-area-woman-pleads-guilty-to-leaving-scene-of-fatal-pedestrian-accident/) - An area woman has pleaded guilty to leaving the scene of a 2024 accident that a left a pedestrian dead and could face up to three years in prison, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Tuesday. During a hearing on Friday, June 27, Sonia N. Gomez, 65, of Matawan, pleaded guilty in court
- [NJ Turns the Tide with Innovative Coastal Sediment Strategy  ](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/nj-turns-the-tide-with-innovative-coastal-sediment-strategy/) - An collaborative opinion piece from Tony MacDonald, director of the Monmouth University Urban Coast Institute and Dr. Barbara Brummer, state director of The Nature Conservancy in New Jersey ... As New Jersey’s coastal communities prepare for summer boating and hurricane season, a unique public-private partnership is advancing a smart, sustainable approach to protecting our coast.
- [Retro Rumson Cool Boys' Dock & Chill](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rumson-cool-boys-dock-chill/) - It's summertime. And there's nothing like taking a long walk off a short ... dock — especially if you're a Rumson kid in the '70s trying to stay cool. Let's face it, most Rumson kids on a summer boating mission started out being cool. Boat or no boat, the river dunk just took the temperature
- [Prosecutor: Two Teens Charged in Pier Village Murder](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-two-teens-charged-in-pier-village-murder/) - Two teens, one an legal adult and the other a juvenile, have been charged with murder and related weapons charges in connection with the June 12 shooting death of an 18-year-old at Pier Village in Long Branch, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Monday. The juvenile defendant, whose name is being withheld due
- [Honoring Littoral Society's Tim Dillingham via the Rumson Garden Club](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/honoring-littoral-societys-tim-dillingham-via-the-rumson-garden-club/) - It's all about the smallest seed of the biggest environmental conservation plan getting that bloom that spreads down the coastline. And American Littoral Society Executive Director Tim Dillingham was recently recognized with a high honor for planting that seed. Dillingham was honored by the Garden Club of America via the Rumson Garden Club for a
- [Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge Travel & Construction Advisory](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/rumson-sea-bright-bridge-travel-construction-advisory/) - In light of the upcoming Fourth of July holiday, the Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge Bridge replacement activity schedule has been altered. Work will continue during the usual 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. hours on different days this week, weather permitting: Saturday, June 28 Monday, June 30 through Thursday, July 3 Monday, July 7 Specific construction activities
- [Retro Rumson Barn Summer Showtime](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rumson-barn-summer-showtime/) - Reprise from 2016, just because we think more people need to remember summer theater fun at the old classic — The Barn Theatre ... Summer is in full swing. School's out and kids are embarking on summer activities. The weekend is here. So is summer theater. In fact, The Premier Theater Company is opening its
- [Prosecutor: 35-Year-Old Man Convicted of 2023 Sexual Assault of a Child](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-35-year-old-man-convicted-of-2023-sexual-assault-of-a-child/) - A New York man has been convicted of sexually assaulting a child in a local motel room in April of 2023 and faces up to 10 years in prison, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced Friday. Following a trial before Monmouth County Superior Court Judge Natalie S. Watson, 35-year-old David Leigh, of Auburn,
- [Scene Around: Forrestdale's Tidal Wave of Fun and Funds](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/scene-around-forrestdales-tidal-wave-of-fun-and-funds-for-clean-ocean-action-other-charities/) - Cindy Zipf was on home turf when she congratulated Rumson's Forrestdale School students for raising more than $30,000 to benefit local charities — one of those non-profits being Clean Ocean Action for which Zipf is the executive director. A Rumson-raised RFH graduate, Zipf was back home not only for congratulatory purposes, but to accept the $11,750
- [DWI Checkpoint Set for Saturday](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/dwi-checkpoint-set-for-saturday/) - A DWI checkpoint is set to run this weekend in Monmouth County, a released statement from The Monmouth County DWI Task Force said. The DWI Checkpoint Details On Saturday night, June 28, in Colts Neck ... Starting at 9 p.m. and running through to 1 a.m. on Sunday on Route 34, just south of Route
- [Retro RFH Girls' Summer Ride](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-summer-rfh-girls-drive-into-the-past/) - Going back to that summer of senior year at RFH — the fun, the pranks, the sheer joy of friendship that never ends. Who are your RFH friends with whom you still share that special bond? Your summer before graduation? Send us your RFH besties pic at evd@rfhretro.com.
- [Fair Haven Police Report: Disorderly, DWI, Contempt on Drug Charges](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/fair-haven-police-report-disorderly-dwi-contempt-on-drug-charges/) - The following May arrests were reported by Fair Haven police. An arrest does not constitute a conviction. • Elliot Greene, 42, of Atlantic Highlands, was arrested at River Road and Navesink Avenue on May 17 and charged with contempt of court on a May 14 warrant out of Freehold Township Municipal Court on charges of
- [Retro River Rats' Smooth Summer Sail](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-river-rats-summer-daze/) - A River Rats reprise to mark the official start of summer ... It's smooth sailing into summer — maybe a bit too smooth ... right into that heat. But back in 1975, the river road could be a bit rocky. At least one little river rat had to patch up a Blue Jay with bubble
- [In Memoriam: Former Monmouth Beach, Little Silver and Red Bank Resident, CBA '66 Grad, Paul Baeri, 76](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-former-monmouth-beach-little-silver-and-red-bank-resident-cba-66-grad-paul-baeri-76/) - Former Monmouth Beach, Little Silver and Red Bank resident, Paul Baeri, more recently of Tinton Falls, passed away peacefully on June 21, surrounded by his loved ones. He was 76. Paul was born in Brooklyn, NY, the son of Louis and Lilian (née Napoli) Baeri. He spent his early life in Brooklyn before moving to
- [In Memoriam: Longtime Fair Havenite Jimmy Brambilla, 80](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-longtime-fair-havenite-jimmy-brambilla-80/) - Longtime Fair Havenite James “Jimmy” Brambilla passed peacefully on June 20 at home. He was 80. Born James Francis Brambilla on Jan. 11, 1945, in Jersey City. He grew up in Hoboken where he met the love of his life, his wife of 58 years, Mercedes “Merrie” Brambilla. They married in 1966 after he joined A service is set for Wednesday, June 25.
- [Police Report: Theft, Burglary, Fraud, Terroristic Threats, Weapons, Wrongful Impersonation, Harassment, Forgery, Drugs, Assault, Disorderly](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/police-report-theft-burglary-fraud-terroristic-threats-weapons-wrongful-impersonation-harassment-forgery-drugs-assault-disorderly/) - The following May criminal incidents and arrests were reported by Red Bank police. An arrest does not constitute a conviction. Criminal Incidents • The theft/shoplifting of multiple items from a Shrewsbury Avenue business was reported on May 23. Patrolman Christian Nelson took the report. • The theft of an unlocked blue mountain bike, valued at May arrests and criminal incidents reported by Red Bank police.
- [Fair Haven Storm: Hundreds Still Without Power; Cooling, Charging Station Opened](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/fair-haven-storm-hundreds-still-without-power-cooling-charging-station-opened/) - With the storm that ripped through Fair Haven last night still leaving 268 residents without power, a charging and cooling station has been opened. The station will be open, with monitoring by police and emergency services personnel, at Bicentennial Hall until midnight tonight and will reopen at 8 a.m. on Saturday and Sunday, closing at
- [Focus: Fair Haven Day Fun](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/focus-fair-haven-day-fun/) - The sun shone brightly on a festive Fair Haven Day Saturday. All gathered in Fair Haven Fields for the annual birthday bash for the borough in the spirit of community, organized and sponsored by the non-profit Foundation of Fair Haven. The fields were flush with friends, family, volunteers, music, games, food, drink and even a
- [Fair Haven Day: A Community Summer Birthday Bash Set for Saturday](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/fair-haven-day-a-community-summer-birthday-bash-set-for-saturday/) - It's Fair Haven's 113th birthday. And, while the birthday is not a milestone, the borough is being celebrated on, or around, every birthday since its 100th. The birthday bash, also marking the start of summer, billed as a community togetherness day, is called Fair Haven Day. And it's tomorrow — Saturday. How'd this party get
- [In Memoriam: Monmouth Beach Resident, Munoz Engineering Owner, Patricio Munoz, 89](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-monmouth-beach-resident-munoz-engineering-owner-patricio-munoz-89/) - Monmouth Beach resident Patricio Munoz passed away on June 14 at home. He was 89. A "beloved father, father-in-law, and grandfather," Patricio was born on Sept. 24, 1935 in Latacunga, Ecuador. His parents were Blanca Muñoz Custode and Leovigildo Muñoz. He was the sixth of seven children. In 1960, Patricio met the love of his
- [In Memoriam: Area Resident, Maryanne Lombardi Brancazio, 81](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-area-resident-maryanne-lombardi-brancazio-81/) - Maryanne Lombardi Brancazio passed away peacefully on June 7 in Red Bank. She was 81. Maryanne was the daughter Anna and Louis Lombardi, Sr., born in New York, NY. A devout Catholic who believed in the power of prayer, Maryanne was a proud graduate of Cathedral High School in New York. Maryanne’s family would like
- [Fair Haven: Storm Downs Trees, Wires; Help Advisory Issued](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/fair-haven-storm-downs-trees-wires-help-advisory-issued/) - UPDATE: As of Friday morning ... Jersey Central Power & Light (JCP&L) crews have been working around the clock to restore power across our town following the recent storm. As of this morning, 455 homes remain without power, with 11 transmission outages still being addressed. While we are prioritizing all restoration efforts, significant resources are
- [Fair Haven Police: Car Burglaries, Attempted Thefts on the Rise Again](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/fair-haven-police-car-burglaries-attempted-thefts-on-the-rise-again/) - Both Fair Haven and Red Bank police have issued alerts and advisories pertaining to the latest spike in car burglaries and attempted thefts. With no vehicles stolen, police warned that several unlocked cars in both boroughs had been accessed and rummaged through. A Fair Haven resident had also posted a Ring video of alleged similar
- [In Memoriam: Longtime Fair Havenite Michael Burns, 78](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-longtime-fair-havenite-michael-burns-78/) - "With full hearts and deep sadness, we announce the passing of Michael James Burns — a devoted husband, loving father, proud “Pop Pop,” and loyal friend. Michael passed away peacefully, at home, surrounded by the family he so deeply cherished." ~ family of Michael Burns The longtime Fair Havenite was 78. More about Michael Burns
- [Prosecutor: Area Man Charged with Murder in Fatal Shooting](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-area-man-charged-with-murder-in-fatal-shooting/) - An area man has been arrested and charged with murder stemming from a fatal shooting incident last week, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Saturday. Juan Jesus Mejia Yanza, 33, of Howell, has been charged with first-degree murder and two related second-degree weapons offenses in connection with the Howell shooting. The case
- [Prosecutor: Thursday Shooting Death Under Investigation](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-thursday-shooting-death-under-investigation/) - The circumstances surrounding the shooting death of a man are under investigation, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Friday afternoon. On Thursday evening, June 12, at 8:58 p.m., Long Branch police responded to the beach area between the shoreline and the boardwalk of Pier Village on a report of shots fired. Upon arrival,
- [Prosecutor: Area Man Found Guilty of Felony Murder and Related Charges in 2023 Home Invasion](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-area-man-found-guilty-of-felony-murder-and-related-charges-in-2023-home-invasion/) - An area man has been convicted of the crimes stemming from a 2023 home invasion and subsequent motor vehicle crash that resulted in a woman’s death and could face life in prison, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Friday. Altonia D. Williams, 47, of Long Branch, after a four-week trial by jury, was
- [DWI Checkpoint Set for Friday Night](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/dwi-checkpoint-set-for-friday-night-7/) - It's summertime and the DWI checkpoints are again becoming more routine for the weekends. There's one to kick off the weekend running from Friday night into early Saturday morning, the Monmouth County DWI Task Force announced. The DWI Checkpoint Details On Friday, starting at 9 p.m. in Holmdel ... All vehicles traveling south on Route
- [Scene Around: Fair Haven Schools' Transition Day Trek](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/scene-around-fair-haven-schools-transition-day-trek/) - It's a milestone that Fair Haven Viola L. Sickles School third graders rode into today — Transition Day. The tradition of the era is marked by a bike trek from Sickles on Willow Street to Fair Haven Road and then up the Third Street hill to their final destination — Knollwood School, where they will spend
- [In Memoriam: Longtime Fair Havenite Marie Quigley, 91](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-longtime-fair-havenite-marie-quigley-91/) - Longtime Fair Haven resident Marie Roche Quigley passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, June 8. She was 91. Marie was born in Queens, New York on April 7, 1934 to Thomas and Clare Roche (Conerty). Her father was a lawyer and her mother a schoolteacher. She married Richard F. Quigley, Jr. in 1958 and
- [Rumson Police Report: Theft by Deception, Cyber-Harassment, DUI](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/rumson-police-report-theft-by-deception-cyber-harassment-dui/) - The following May arrests were reported by Rumson police. An arrest does not constitute a conviction. • Philip Bolsius, 21, of Rumson, was arrested at police headquarters on May 26 and charged with theft by deception by Patrolman Troy Malone. • Walter Vaughters, 35, of Neptune, was arrested in the area of Bingham Avenue and
- [Prosecutor: Area Man Charged with Local Bank Robbery](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-area-man-charged-with-local-bank-robbery/) - A local man has been arrested and charged with an area bank robbery, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Saturday. Michael Miranda, 48, has been charged with one count of second-degree robbery stemming from the West Long Branch bank robbery. On Monday, June 2, at 8:46 a.m., West Long Branch police responded to
- [Prosecutor: Area Homicide Under Investigation; Witnesses Sought](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-area-homicide-under-investigation-witnesses-sought/) - The circumstances surrounding the shooting death of an area man are under investigation, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Friday evening. The case background ... On Thursday, June 5, 6:41 a.m., Howell police responded to White Street. Upon arrival, officers discovered an adult male victim dead in a vehicle. The victim was later
- [Retro Having a '90s Field Day at Knollwood](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-field-day-knollwood/)
- [In Memoriam: Rumson Resident, Postal Worker, Robert Anthony Fazzone, 78](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-rumson-resident-postal-worker-robert-anthony-fazzone-78/) - Rumson resident, Robert Anthony Fazzone, affectionately known as "Uncle Bob" by his friends and family, passed away on Tuesday, June 3, at Arnold Walter Nursing Facility in Hazlet. He was 78. Born in Red Bank, he had been a resident of Rumson for the past 20 years. He retired from the Rumson post office in
- [Looking Back at Iconic RFH Metal Shop Teacher Bob Carter Through the Rosiest of Goggles](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/looking-back-at-iconic-rfh-metal-shop-teacher-bob-carter-through-the-rosiest-of-goggles/) - “Happiness lies not in doing what you like to do, but in liking what you have to do.” That was the motto of longtime RFH metal shop teacher, Bob Carter, in his happy life that was "lived with passion," his daughter Alison said. And for a bunch of RFH teens who had to go to
- [In Memoriam: Red Bank-Raised Longtime Shrewsbury Resident, Walter Maurer, 76](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-red-bank-raised-longtime-shrewsbury-resident-walter-maurer-76/) - Red Bank-raised longtime Shrewsbury resident, Walter Maurer passed peacefully on May 31 with his loving family by his side. He was 76. Walter was born on May 3, 1949 in Red Bank, a town he called home for many years until he eventually settled in Shrewsbury where he raised his family for 40 years. More
- [Retro RFH Girls' Track Run](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rfh-girls-track-run/) - "Rumson Bulldogs put it in gear," the '78 RFH Yearbook caption for the photo said. Well, about half a century later, the RFH Girls Track team put it in high gear and crossed the finish line into the NJSIAA state championship. Note that there was no such thing as the Dawgs nickname back in the
- [RFH Girls Outdoor Track: A Run for the NJSIAA State Champ Win](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/rfh-girls-outdoor-track-a-run-for-the-njsiaa-state-champ-win/) - They made a run for it and won. The Rumson-Fair Haven Regional High School (RFH) Girls Outdoor Track and Field team has been named New Jersey State Interscholastic Athletic Association (NJSIAA) winner. RFH history was made with the win, as this is first-ever second NJSIAA championship in one year for the RFH girls, the first
- [RFH Science Scholar Accepted to NJ Governor's School](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/rfh-science-scholar-accepted-to-nj-governors-school/) - It's a science that Rumson-Fair Haven Regional High School (RFH) junior Henry Gaus has mastered. The RFH Class of 2026 academic standout has been selected as a New Jersey Governor's School scholar for the 42nd Governor’s School of New Jersey in the Sciences. Gaus will participate in the exclusive program at Drew University from July
- [Retro RFH Weekend Warriors](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rfh-weekend-warriors/) - Cheers to the spring sun, fun and RFH alum weekend warrior times! Yes, there's nothing quite like a toast to warmer times retro RFH-style! The spring sun is finally out, things are warming up to a summertime temperature and it's time for a time honored party — or at least a partying spirit.
- [DWI Checkpoint Set for Friday Night](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/dwi-checkpoint-set-for-friday-night-6/) - Summer has unofficially started. And, as is customary with the season, DWI checkpoints have begun. There's one in Monmouth County tonight, the Monmouth County DWI Task Force announced. DWI Checkpoint Details ... On Friday in Neptune City, from 10 p.m. through 2 a.m. on Saturday, all vehicles headed south on Route 35 will be diverted
- [Retro Stokes Tripping](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-stokes-trip/)
- [Prosecutor: Man Dies in Monday Car Crash; Investigation Ensues](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-man-dies-in-monday-car-crash-investigation-ensues/) - The cause of a fatal Monday crash in Marlboro is under investigation, Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Wednesday. The collision details ... On Monday, May 26, at approximately 5:04 a.m., Marlboro police responded to Route 18 north, just south of Exit 29, on a report of a single-vehicle crash. A preliminary investigation revealed that
- [In Memoriam: Former Longtime Little Silver Resident, Borough Council President, Jerry 'Murph' Murphy, 80](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-former-longtime-little-silver-resident-borough-council-president-jerry-murph-murphy-80/) - Former longtime Little Silver resident and Middletown native, Gerald F. Murphy, known as Jerry and “Murf” to some, passed away on May 22 in Naples, FL. He was 80. Originally from Middletown, Jerry spent the majority of his life in the Two-River area before moving to Naples in 2009 with his beloved wife, Marie, who
- [Prosecutor: Area 31-Year-Old Gets 20 Years for Luring, Kidnapping Child](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-area-31-year-old-gets-20-years-for-luring-kidnapping-child/) - A 31-year-old area man has been sentenced to 20 years in state prison for luring and kidnapping a then pre-teen girl off the street in 2023, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Wednesday. Raquan M. Folk, of Asbury Park, must serve at least 85 percent of the sentence before the possibility of
- [Retro River Rats' Rite of Summer Passage](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-river-rats-rite/) - Call it a ratty reprise ode to summertime ... Summers in the Rumson-Fair Haven area are rife with river-oriented activities that have become tradition. River Rats' sailing "camp" is no exception. OK, nobody was camping per se. It was more like a little club. Still is. In fact, it's that time of the year when
- [In Memoriam: Longtime Rumsonite, Jean Kelly, 98](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-longtime-rumsonite-jean-kelly-98/) - Longtime Rumsonite Jean Louise McConnell Kelly passed away peacefully at home on May 22. She was 98. She was born on May 5, 1927, in New Castle, PA. As an adventurous young woman, she left New Castle following her high school graduation for the University of Minnesota to train as an engineering aide in support
- [Prosecutor: 23-Year-Old Indicted on Vehicular Homicide, Leaving the Scene Charges](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-23-year-old-indicted-on-vehicular-homicide-leaving-the-scene-charges/) - A 23-year-old man has been indicted on vehicular homicide charges stemming from a February incident, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced Friday. Dominic Allen, 23, of Millstone, has indicted on the charges of second-degree vehicular homicide and second-degree leaving the scene of a motor vehicle accident in connection with the incident. The case background
- [In Memoriam: Fair Haven Resident Bob Aufderhar, 94](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-fair-haven-resident-bob-aufderhar-94/) - Fair Haven resident Bob Aufderhar died suddenly, after a short illness, on May 19 at Riverview Medical Center in Red Bank. He was 94. More about Bob ... Bob was born in Orange on Easter Sunday in 1931. He grew up in South Orange and Maplewood and attended local schools, graduating from Columbia High School, before
- [Retro RFH '80s Prom Girls' Pastel Parade](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rfh-80s-prom-girl-stylin/) - It's an '80s pastel parade of RFH prom queens. There's no other way to put it. While enjoying the social media view of RFH seniors getting back to prom business tonight, it's only nostalgically correct to get another gander back in time. That would be a time when prom fashion and hair statements were quite
- [In Memoriam: Rumson-Raised Former Longtime Little Silver Resident, Tony Gardella III, 73](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-rumson-raised-former-longtime-little-silver-resident-tony-gardella-iii-73/) - Rumson-raised former longtime Little Silver resident, Tony Gardella III, more currently of Red Bank, passed away on May 16 at Riverview Medical Center. He was 73. Tony was born in Long Branch to the late Ernest A. Gardella Jr. and Mary Ann Giunco. Tony is survived by: his sisters, Jeanne (Horace) Smith, of Little Silver,
- [Police Report: Assault, Drugs, Defiant Trespass, Harassment, Criminal Mischief, Theft, DWIs, Disorderly](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/police-report-assault-drugs-defiant-trespass-harassment-criminal-mischief-theft-dwis-disorderly/) - The following April criminal incidents and arrests were reported by Red Bank police. An arrest does not constitute a conviction. Criminal Incidents • An incident of criminal mischief — graffiti — was reported on April 22. An employee at a business on W. Front Street reported multiple locations on the property was tagged with black
- [Retro Fair Haven Crabby Catch on the Navesink](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-fair-haven-crabby-catch-on-the-navesink/) - It's that time. Time to get seriously crabby on the river. Nothing fishy about it. It's a rite a passage in Fair Haven. It has been since the dawn of time in the borough and surrounding area. Kids, even entire families, buckets and nets in hand, get down to the Navesink River and start netting
- [In Memoriam: Longtime Shrewsbury Resident, Christina Van Pelt, 92](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-longtime-shrewsbury-resident-christina-van-pelt-92/) - Longtime Shrewsbury resident, Christina Van Pelt, passed away on May 15. She was 92. She was born on Dec. 25, 1932 in Marple, England to the late Herbert and Elizabeth Beale. While in England she worked at the Bredbury Stealworks until she met her future husband, Lester. In 1954 she moved to the states where
- [In Memoriam: Longtime Rumson Resident, Eliza Judd, 23](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-longtime-rumson-resident-eliza-judd-23/) - Longtime Rumson resident Eliza Judd passed away on April 21 in Livingston. She was 23. Eliza is predeceased by: her loving grandparents, Tom and Dit Eadon, and Michael and Ann Judd. She is survived by: her parents Amy and Michael; her brother, William; and numerous aunts, uncles and cousins. A mass of christian burial will
- [George Giffin: Retro RFH Prom Dancing King](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/going-back-george-giffins-rfh-prom/) - 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. And no teacher in RFH history loved to dance more than RFH science
- [Retro Fair Haven Police Line-Up](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/police-week-retro-fair-haven-police/)
- [Prosecutor: Former Area Attorney Charged with $130K Theft from Deceased Client's Estate](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-former-area-attorney-charged-with-130k-theft-from-deceased-clients-estate/) - A former area attorney is facing charges that pilfered more than $130,000 from the estate of a deceased client over the course of roughly seven years, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Thursday. Kathleen M. Cehelsky, 60, of Spring Lake Heights has been charged with second-degree misapplication of entrusted property, fourth-degree false
- [In Memoriam: Lifetime Little Silver Resident, Former Police and Fire Chief, Walter Stearns, 94](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-lifetime-little-silver-resident-former-police-and-fire-chief-walter-stearns-94/) - Lifetime Little Silver resident and former police and fire department chief, Walter Stearns, passed away peacefully at home on Saturday, May 10. He was 94. Born in 1930 in the Navesink section of Middletown to Milburn and Ruth Boyd Stearns, Walter graduated from Red Bank High School in 1949 and joined the U.S. Air Force,
- [Scene Around: A Rumson Officer and a Ride for Those Who Died](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/scene-around-a-rumson-officer-and-a-ride-for-those-who-died/) - It's National Police Week. And it started on Monday with the end of a long ride for those who died in the Police Unity Tour 2025. The rain did not rain on this parade of police officers. Rumson Police Sgt. Bryan Dougherty, a Fair Havenite, was among the many who rode the ride on his
- [Prosecutor: Area Teen and 20-Year-Old Plead Guilty to Aggravated Manslaughter, Weapons Offense in 2023 Fatal Shooting](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-area-teen-and-20-year-old-plead-guilty-to-aggravated-manslaughter-weapons-offense-in-2023-fatal-shooting/) - A teen and a 20-year-old have pleaded guilty to charges stemming from a 2023 shooting that left one man dead and two others injured, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Tuesday. On Friday, May 9, before the Honorable Jill G. O’Malley, J.S.C., Ziamere Ivery, 18, of Neptune Township, pleaded guilty to one count
- [Retro RFH Teacher-Administrator Cool at School Moment](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/going-retro-rfh-science-teacher-assistant-superintendent/)
- [RFH's New Superintendent Reports to the Office](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/rfhs-new-superintendent-reports-to-the-office/) - The search is over. A new superintendent has been called to the office at Rumson-Fair Haven Regional High School (RFH). Dr. Lee McDonald has begun his tenure at the high school, starting April 14. After an extensive search process in the fall and winter months that involved a significant amount of community input, the RFH
- [RFH Student-Athletes Sign On to Colleges with Letters of Intent](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/rfh-student-athletes-sign-on-to-colleges-with-letters-of-intent/) - It's official. They've signed. They're committed. Seventeen Rumson-Fair Haven Regional High School (RFH) student-athletes made their college choices official on Wednesday, May 7, by signing Letters of Intent, pledging to continue their athletic and academic careers in colleges. Their choices were announced as they were surrounded by their families, friends, coaches, teammates, teachers, and administrators.
- [In Memoriam: Fair Haven-Raised RFH '70 Grad, Carpenter, Musician, David Mernick, 72](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-fair-haven-raised-rfh-70-grad-carpenter-musician-david-mernick-72/) - Fair Haven-raised Rumson-Fair Haven Regional High School (RFH) 1970 graduate, David Mernick, "a loving, generous husband and father," passed away on Friday, May 9, "leaving his family and friends forever missing his joy of life and kindness to all who knew him." He was 72. Born on Dec. 11, 1952 in Elizabeth, David was the
- [Retro RFH Mathematical Teaching Moments](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rfh-mathematical-teaching-moments/) - It all adds up. Good teachers plus intriguing personalities equals motivated, successful students. And, no matter how you put the equation together at RFH, there was no zero involved when it came to high school math teachers.
- [Scene Around: Celebrating a Rumson-Fair Haven Area Icon's Family-Style 90 Years](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/scene-around-celebrating-a-rumson-fair-haven-area-icons-90-years/) - An area icon turns 90 today. That's 32,874 days. It's 47,338,560 minutes (and counting). That's a lot of time on this planet. And it's been time spent with family — family at home and in the community. Call it a youth elixir. Family time. The icon, former longtime Rumsonite turned Fair Havenite, Walter Cuje, has, as
- [Retro RFH Gym Teacher Appreciation: Pat Robinson, a Near-Centenarian](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rfh-gym-teacher-appreciation-pat-robinson-a-near-centenarian/) - Pat Robinson as a WAVE and RFH teacherPhotos/family and RFH yearbook It's Teacher Appreciation Week. And, ironically, May 4, the start of the week, marked the posthumous 100th birthday of a former longtime RFH gym teacher and field hockey coach — icon Pat Robinson, who passed away just shy of her centenarian milestone. Robinson was
- [Scene Around: Rumson Cops Dispatch Teaching Moment](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/scene-around-rumson-cops-dispatch-teaching-moment/) - Calling all potential police dispatchers. That's a 10-4 in Rumson. And a couple of officers schooled some vocational school students on the need and the criteria today. Rumson police posted about it on social media with a photo to capture the teaching moment. Patrolmen Donald Morse and James Camilleri visited Monmouth County Vocational School District's
- [Retro RFH English Teacher Appreciation](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rfh-english-teacher-appreciation/) - What would Teacher Appreciation Day be without a little ode to those who unwittingly set a writer on her twisted path to write — about them? They are the English teachers at RFH. Back in the 1970s, they comprised quite the crew of educators. They taught us how to communicate more effectively. They chided us
- [In Memoriam: Rumson-Raised RFH Grad, Longtime Red Bank Resident, F.J. Clifford Jr., 70](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-rumson-raised-rfh-grad-longtime-red-bank-resident-f-j-clifford-jr-70/) - Rumson-raised Rumson-Fair Haven Regional High School (RFH) graduate Franklin Joseph "F.J." Clifford, Jr., a longtime Red Bank resident, passed away on May 3. He was 70. F.J. was born in Glen Ridge, the son of the late Ruth Reiss Barrett and Franklin Joseph Clifford, and grew up in Rumson. An RFH graduate, he later graduated
- [Retro RFH Science of Teaching](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rfh-scientific-teaching-moments/) - A reprise from 2022, because it's Teacher Appreciation Week and not enough people read it the first time ... Science! It was truly poetry in motion at RFH, just like the 1980s song by Thomas Dolby. And, no, no teacher blinded anyone with science at RFH, more like made the students see the subject —
- [Rumson Police Report: DUIs, Fugitive from Justice, Drug Paraphernalia](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/rumson-police-report-duis-fugitive-from-justice-drug-paraphernalia/) - The following April arrests were reported by Rumson police. An arrest does not constitute a conviction. Arrests • Bridget Riepl, 42, of Rumson, was arrested in the area of Bingham Avenue and West River Road on April 29 and charged with driving under the influence (DUI) by Patrolman Troy Malone. • Frashawn Anderson, 22, of
- [Prosecutor: Former Area Motorcycle Dealership Manager Charged with Stealing $27K from Business](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-former-area-motorcycle-dealership-manager-charged-with-stealing-27k-from-business/) - The former general manager of a local motorcycle dealership has been charged with stealing thousands of dollars from her former employer, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Friday. Chelsea A. Marra-Kaufmann, 36, of Toms River, has been charged with third-degree theft by taking or exercising unlawful control over property. A referral
- [Prosecutor: Area Teen Charged with Attempted Murder in April Shooting](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-area-teen-charged-with-attempted-murder-in-april-shooting/) - An area teen has been charged with attempted murder and related offenses in connection with an April shooting, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Friday. Jahsaad Banks, 19, of Asbury Park, was charged with single counts of first-degree attempted murder, second-degree unlawful possession of a weapon, and second-degree possession of a weapon for
- [In Memoriam: Former Longtime Fair Havenite, Betty Ann Caldwell, 96](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-former-longtime-fair-havenite-betty-ann-caldwell-96/) - Former longtime Fair Havenite Betty Ann Caldwell passed away peacefully in Williamsburg, VA on April 15, loved ones by her side. She was 96. Betty Ann was born in 1929 to William and Willa (Gardella) Mason and was raised in Upper Montclair NJ. Following graduation from Montclair High School in 1948 she earned her Bachelor
- [Fair Haven Police Report: Aggravated Assault of Officer](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/fair-haven-police-report-aggravated-assault-of-officer/) - The following March arrest was the only one reported by Fair Haven police. An arrest does not constitute a conviction. Arrest • Terry W. Simmons, 44, of Red Bank, was arrested on March 20 and charged with the aggravated assault of a law enforcement officer, resisting arrest and obstruction by Sgt. William Lagrotteria. In Memoriam:
- [Retro RFH Baseball Catch](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rfh-baseball-catch/) - You could say that this RFH guy of the 1970s is bending over backwards for a baseball catch. Something like that.
- [In Memoriam: Rumson-Raised Red Bank and Little Silver Resident, Teacher, Maggie Reid Raffa, 86](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-rumson-raised-red-bank-and-little-silver-resident-teacher-maggie-reid-raffa-86/) - Rumson-raised Maggie Reid Raffa, also of Little Silver and Red Bank, passed away Friday, April 25, at her home in Red Bank. She was 86. Born in Brooklyn, NY in 1939, Maggie was the first of William Joseph and Ann Regina Reid’s, Bob and Gene's, three children. The family moved to Rumson in 1946. From
- [In Memoriam: Longtime Little Silver Resident, John Weaver, 68](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-longtime-little-silver-resident-john-weaver-68/) - Longtime Little Silver resident, John Kelly Weaver, passed away on April 15, surrounded by his family. He was 68. John was born in Mahwah, New Jersey, to the late Edwin and Betty Weaver. A lifelong New Jerseyan with a heart of gold, his kindness was evident throughout his life, always putting others before himself. He
- [Retro RFH Boys' Jump for Home Plate](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rfh-boys-ball-play/) - Play ball! That's just what these RFH boys of the 1970s did, and with frequency. There was no major organization or uniforms involved in their free time ball games. It was just a few RFH guys, a ball, some mitts, bats, topsiders and Adidas instead of cleats, some groovin' 70s clothes and a lot of
- [In Memoriam: Red Bank Resident Andy Schlegel, 71](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-red-bank-resident-andy-schlegel-71/) - Red Bank resident Andy Schlegel passed away on April 18 at Riverview Medical Center. He was 71. Andy was born in Orange to Andrew Schlegel, Jr. and Doris (Bellew) Schlegel. Most recently, he retired from his facilities maintenance position at St. Benedict’s Parish and School in Holmdel. Formerly, he was employed for 32 years at
- [In Memoriam: Longtime Fair Havenite Cathy Guba, 66](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-longtime-fair-havenite-cathy-guba-66/) - Longtime Fair Havenite Cathy Tucker Guba passed away on April 24 at her home in the borough. She was 66. Born on Dec. 7,1958, in Chicago, IL, Cathy was a graduate of Middletown North High School and attended Catholic University in Washington D.C. For many years she was office manager and assistant at her father's
- [In Memoriam: Longtime Rumsonite Janice Kane](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-longtime-rumsonite-janice-kane/) - Longtime Rumsonite Janice Claire Kane passed away on Monday, April 21, after a brief illness. Born in 1936 in Queens, NY, Janice fondly remembered her childhood as a self described "city girl, able to navigate any destination in New York City— often while wearing her treasured roller skates." She graduated from Bishop McDonnell Memorial High
- [In Memoriam: Longtime Area Municipal and Land Use Attorney, Bernie Reilly, 78](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-longtime-area-municipal-and-land-use-attorney-bernie-reilly-78/) - Longtime Red Bank attorney, who served as municipal attorney for several area towns, including Fair Haven, Bernard "Bernie" M. Reilly, passed away suddenly. He was 78. Bernie was born in East Orange and grew up in Union. He was a graduate of Archbishop Walsh High School in Irvington, Seton Hall University, and Rutgers University Law
- [Prosecutor: Area Teen Gets 45 Years for 2022 Shooting Murder](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-area-teen-gets-45-years-for-2022-shooting-murder/) - An area teen has been sentenced to 45 years in state prison after being found guilty in December of 2024 of the 2022 shooting murder of a man, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Thursday. Joseph N. Argilagos, 19, of Asbury Park, having been found guilty on Dec. 18, 2024 of all counts
- [Scene Around: Clamming Up Among RFH Buds](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/scene-around-clamming-up-among-rfh-buds/) - Clam diggity! Call it mollusk mayhem. So, three RFH guys go clamming in Rumson ... Yes, Rumson. Who knew? Well, they did. Nothing fishy about it. They knew that the day would unearth a good, bonding time among childhood friends; but, a lot of clams surfaced, too. So, while the sun was out on this
- [Retro Little League Home Run](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-fair-haven-little-league-home-base/) - In thinking about the game these days — baseball game, that is — it's only fitting that we take a gander back at little league in Fair Haven back in the late 60s. The tykes are teaming up on the field again, running those bases like champs and hitting it home for the season. The
- [In Memoriam: Longtime Monmouth Beach Resident, Cheryl Koelsch Johnston, 80](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/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
- [In Memoriam: Longtime Red Bank Resident and Area Musician, Paul Bracco, 75](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-longtime-red-bank-resident-and-area-musician-paul-bracco-75/) - Longtime Red Bank resident and area musician, Paul Bracco, passed away, surrounded by his loving family, on April 18, after fighting a battle with cancer and Parkinson’s Disease. He was 75. He is survived by: his wife of 54 years, Maria Bracco; his children, PJ, Nicole and Joseph Bracco; his daughters in-law, Tammy and Theresa
- [In Memoriam: Former Longtime Fair Havenite, RFH Grad, Noted Area Chef, Tommy Ekleberry, 73](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/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. Born on Nov. 6, 1951, in Newark, Tommy was the beloved son of the late Robert Gene Ekleberry and Dorothy Gibson. Later in life, Tommy relocated to
- [Retro Fair Haven Neighborhood Easter Hams](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-fair-haven-family-posers-neighborhood-interlopers/) - Two of these kids are not like the others. But, who would know when a Fair Haven neighborhood in the 1960s was pretty much a family affair anyway, right? Right. It was a pretty common occurrence for neighborhood kids to end up at the dinner table of any given family on any block in those
- [Rumson Police Report: Theft, Burglary, Criminal Mischief, DUI, Disorderly](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/rumson-police-report-theft-burglary-criminal-mischief-dui-disorderly/) - The following March criminal incidents and arrests were reported by Rumson police. An arrest does not constitute a conviction. Criminal Incidents • A landscape contractor working at a home on Rumson Road reported on March 18 that while working in the back of the residence, someone had stolen a backpack blower, valued at $500, from
- [Police Report: Attempted Murder, Weapons Possession, Theft, Burglary, Drug Manufacturing & Dealing, Assault, DWI](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/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. Criminal Incidents • A theft in the area of Maple Avenue was reported on March 31. A blue and purple, custom-made Bloodwizard skateboard, valued at $160, was stolen. Sgt. John Camarca took the report. • An incident of
- [Prosecutor: Fatal Shooting that Killed 19-Year-Old Under Investigation](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/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. On Tuesday, April 8, at approximately 4:25 p.m., Asbury Park police responded to the 1100 block of Atlantic Avenue on a report of shots fired.
- [Retro RFH Girls' Track Run-On](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rfh-girls-track-run-on/) - It's time for the girls to make a run for it at RFH. Yes, it's track season.
- [Prosecutor: Area Man Gets 41.5 Years for Aggravated Sexual Assault, Stalking of Pre-Teen](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-area-man-gets-41-5-years-for-aggravated-sexual-assault-stalking-of-pre-teen/) - An area man has been sentenced to 41½ years in prison after being convicted of the aggravated sexual assault (and related crimes) of a pre-teen over the course of roughly a year, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Wednesday. John K. Cruz, 54, of Howell, was sentenced yesterday by Monmouth County Superior Court
- [In Memoriam: Red Bank Resident Judy Northridge, 86](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-red-bank-resident-judy-northridge-86/) - Red Bank resident Judy Northridge passed away on April 4. She was 86. Born in Manchester, NH to Hertel and Helen (Snow) Pariseau, Judy was a longtime devoted member and secretary at the Presbyterian Church at Shrewsbury. Judy was predeceased by: her parents; and, in 2006, her beloved husband of 47 years, John O. Northridge.
- [In Memoriam: Red Bank-Raised RBR Grad, Elizabeth Prominski Orzechowski, 94](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-red-bank-raised-rbr-grad-elizabeth-prominski-orzechowski-94/) - Red Bank-raised Elizabeth Prominski Orzechowski passed away quietly on April 1. She was 94. Elizabeth is predeceased by: her husband, Edward Orzechowski; her son, John Peter (J.P.) Orzechowski; her parents, Marie and Peter Prominski; and her brother, Peter B. Prominski. Elizabeth is survived by: her son, Paul Orzechowski and his wife, Mary Ann; her daughter, Marianne
- [Focus: ‘Hands Off’ Protesting in Red Bank](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/focus-hands-off-protesting-in-red-bank/) - A drive through downtown Red Bank on Saturday was a sure way to be met by thousands of slightly soggy, spirited protesters. Part of the nationwide Hands Off protest against President Donald Trump and Elon Musk’s DOGE policies and for upholding freedom of speech, those closest to or in Red Bank met at Riverside Gardens
- [Retro Melody Corner 'Cheers!'](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-melody-corner-cheers/) - Cheers to Friday and that special Sea Bright corner in which many glasses were raised in a "TGIF! And here's to good friends!" The corner? That would be Melody Corner, an iconic go-to hangout for those friends, many of whom were RFH grads and locals. It sat in the spot that is now the troubled
- [In Memoriam: Red Bank Resident, Formerly of Sea Bright, Little Silver and Middletown, Joan Herter, 98](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-red-bank-resident-formerly-of-sea-bright-little-silver-and-middletown-joan-herter-98/) - Red Bank resident and former Sea Bright, Little Silver and Middletown resident, Joan Herter, passed away on April 2. She was 98 years old. A graduate of Stephens College in Columbia, MO, Joan started her career as a reservationist for Eastern Airlines and later worked in retail and real estate. She is the daughter of
- [An RFH Foreign Exchange Student Experience](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/an-rfh-foreign-exchange-student-experience/) - It was a Rumson-Fair Haven Regional High School (RFH) foreign exchange student experience to remember. A little more than a week ago, 22 Spanish exchange students from Isabel de Castilla, in Avila, Spain, said goodbye to their hosts, current RFH students and their families, after a weeklong immersive visit to the United States. Their visit,
- [In Memoriam: Longtime Former Iconic Sal's Tavern Cook, Jose Perez, 88](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-longtime-former-iconic-sals-tavern-cook-jose-perez-88/) - Longtime former cook at the iconic Sal's Tavern in Red Bank, Jose Perez, of Eatontown, passed away on April 1. He was 88. Visitation will be held on Saturday, April 5, from 5 to 7 p.m. at Thompson Memorial Home, 310 Broad St., Red Bank, NJ 07701. — Edited obituary prepared by family via Thompson
- [Retro RFH Track Field Toss-Up](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rfh-track-field-toss-up/) - Look ... up in the sky ... It's a bird. It's a flying saucer. It's a shot put. It's a discus. And it's RFH's Tom Campbell giving it a good airborne throw on the RFH field of RFH Boys Track & Field of the late 1970s.
- [In Memoriam: Former Longtime Red Bank Resident, Elsie Marie White, 94](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-former-longtime-red-bank-resident-elsie-marie-white-94/) - Former longtime Red Bank resident, Elsie "Micki" Marie White, more recently of the River Plaza section of Middletown, passed away peacefully on March 26 from complications related to a stroke, surrounded by her loving family. She was 94. Elsie Marie was born in Brooklyn, NY, to the late Harry and Evelyn (Rice) Pasquini. She was
- [Retro RFH Baseball Batter Up!](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rfh-batter/) - Yes, spring is very much here and baseball season has sprung at RFH. So, to honor the start of the season and all hopes for a home run of one, the Retro Pic of the (George) Day takes a look back to the 1970s and with a well known RFH alum getting into the swing
- [Retro RFH 'Pajama Game' '60s Show Biz](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rfh-pajama-game-1963-show-biz/) - Curtain up! And final bow. It's that time. Closing time for RFH Tower Players to gear closing weekend of troupe's spring musical. And with that wind-up to opening night all through closing comes some major promoting of the big show. This year it's Matilda the Musical. The promoting? Well, that's show biz!
- [In Memoriam: Longtime Fair Havenite Corrine Bonomi, 87](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-longtime-fair-havenite-corrine-bonomi-87/) - Longtime Fair Havenite Corrine Bonomi passed away peacefully on March 26 at the King Manor Nursing Home in Neptune after a long battle with Alzheimer's disease. She was 87. Corrine was predeceased by her husband of 57 years, Marco. She is survived by: her three children, Adam Bonomi and wife Lou Ann, Anita Esser and husband
- [Retro RFH Baseball Dugout Doings](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rfh-baseball-times/)
- [In Memoriam: Red Bank Resident, RBC Grad, Bud McConnell, 86](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-red-bank-resident-rbc-grad-bud-mcconnell-86/) - Red Bank resident, Arthur “Bud” McConnell, passed away on March 18. He was 86. Born in Jersey City to the late James and Dorothy McConnell, the family moved to Tower Hill Farm in Middletown when Bud was 11. He was a student at Red Bank Catholic High School, where he met his wife of more
- [Retro RFH Tower Player Play Date](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rfh-tower-player-play-date/) - It's a date! The RFH Tower Players never really had to make a date to play. But they have always needed to make a date for a production — like the fall show or spring musical. This shot back in time to 1974 is an RFH yearbook capture of the troupe of merry players. The
- [Prosecutor: Former Teacher Indicted for Child Sexual Abuse, Assault of Teen Student](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-former-teacher-indicted-for-child-sexual-abuse-assault-of-teen-student/) - A former intermediate school teacher has been indicted on child sexual abuse and assault charges stemming from alleged incidents with a teenage student, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Tuesday. Allison Havemann-Niedrach, 44, of Jackson, a former Freehold Intermediate School teacher, has been charged with: first-degree aggravated sexual assault, first-degree endangering the welfare
- [In Memoriam: Rumson-Raised Longtime Fair Havenite, Rumson High '53 Grad, Fair Haven Fields Natural Area Pioneer, Doris Moraller, 89](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-rumson-raised-longtime-fair-havenite-rumson-high-53-grad-fair-haven-fields-natural-area-pioneer-doris-moraller-89/) - Rumson-raised longtime Fair Havenite, Doris Swenson Moraller, passed away peacefully on March 11. She was 89. Born at home in Rumson on Oct. 10, 1935, Doris was the daughter of the late Frederick L. Swenson and Anna (Petren). She grew up in Rumson and attended the Lafayette Street School leaving her with many fond memories
- [In Memoriam: Fair Haven Resident, Longtime Area Teacher, Valerie Cusick, 75](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-fair-haven-resident-longtime-area-teacher-valerie-cusick-75/) - Fair Haven resident Valerie Cusick passed away at home, surrounded by her family, on March 22. She was 75. Valerie was born in Plainfield to Victor and Filomena (Tedeschi) Miick on July 22, 1949. She was a teacher for the Manalapan-Englishtown and the Little Silver boards of education, retiring in 2010 after 35 years of
- [In Memoriam: Fair Haven-Raised RFH Grad, Ben Wilson, 21](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-fair-haven-raised-rfh-grad-ben-wilson-21/) - "Though his life was short, Ben was determined to live the life he wanted to live. He saw things others did not, expanded every opportunity, and took full advantage of every experience. He left a distinct mark in this world in the course of his magical journey. His beautiful and complete impact on our lives
- [Prosecutor: 23-Year-Old Man Charged with Vehicular Homicide in Hit & Run](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-23-year-old-man-charged-with-vehicular-homicide-in-hit-run/) - A 23-year-old man accused of killing a man by running him over with his vehicle in February has been extradited back to New Jersey from Florida, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Friday. Dominic Allen, 23, of Millstone, has been charged with second-degree vehicular homicide and second-degree leaving the scene of a motor
- [Scene Around: Swearing In Sea Bright's New Police Chief](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/scene-around-swearing-in-sea-brights-new-police-chief/) - There's a new chief in town — chief of police, that is. The town? Sea Bright. That new chief, John Arias, was sworn in yesterday, flanked by local officials, neighboring towns' police chiefs and Monmouth County Prosecutor's Office authorities, including Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago, First Assistant Prosecutor Julia Alonso and Chief of Detectives John G.
- [Retro 'Just Ducky' McCarter Pond Daze](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-just-ducky-times-at-mccarter-pond/) - Duck, duck ... goose? Nope. This is more like the "Duck, duck, duck, duck, duck, duck, duck, duck, duck ... kid, kid, kid ... and a pond" game. Yeah, that's it. Whatever way you look at it, it's a pretty simple concept, just like that old Duck Duck Goose game. It's all pictured here in
- [In Memoriam: Longtime Little Silver Resident, Co-Founder of Holy Cross Athletic Program, Joe Kenney Sr., 87](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-longtime-little-silver-resident-co-founder-of-holy-cross-athletic-program-joe-kenney-sr-87/) - Longtime Little Silver resident, Joe Kenney Sr., passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by his beloved family, on March 17. He was 87. Born April 30, 1937, in New Bedford, Massachusetts, "Joe thrived in the loving embrace of his parents, brother and large extended family whose firm foundation was built on their Catholic faith." Joe
- [In Memoriam: Red Bank Native, Alexis Rogel, 72](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-red-bank-native-alexis-rogel-72/) - Longtime Red Bank resident, Alexis Rogel, passed away on March 15. She was 72. Born and raised in Red Bank, "Alexis was the devoted daughter of Alex and Gert Rogel." She was a communicant of Our Lady of Perpetual Help in Highlands. Alexis will be kept in the hearts of: her loving cousins, Evelyn “Sis”
- [Rumson Police: Four Arrested in Burglary & Attempted Motor Vehicle Theft](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/rumson-police-four-arrested-in-burglary-attempted-motor-vehicle-theft/) - Arrests have been made in a September 2024 early morning burglary and attempted motor vehicle theft on North Rohallion Drive in Rumson, Rumson police announced today in a released statement. The suspects, Asim Key, 20, Raheem Moldonado Jr., 22, Yashir Philips, 19, and Altamir Thornton, 22, all of Newark, have been arrested and charged with:
- [Prosecutor: Area Man Facing 14 Years After Pleading Guilty to Child Porn Involving Family Member](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-area-man-facing-14-years-after-pleading-guilty-to-child-porn-involving-family-member/) - An area man has pleaded guilty to criminal sexual acts against a young family member, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Monday. On Thursday, March 12, before the Honorable Henry Butehorn, J.S.C., Ricardo Negron, 43, pleaded guilty to first-degree manufacture of child sexual abuse materials (CSAM) and second-degree endangering the welfare of a
- [In Memoriam: Longtime Red Bank Resident, Monmouth Boat Club Member, Les Hathaway, 78](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-longtime-red-bank-resident-monmouth-boat-club-member-les-hathaway-78/) - Longtime Red Bank resident, Howard "Les" Hathaway III, passed away peacefully on March 7 at his home. He was 78. Born in Long Branch, Les settled in Red Bank in 1993. A graduate of Asbury Park High School, Les had a long career as manager of operations at a variety of businesses, and he was
- [Prosecutor: Fatal Sunday Afternoon Shooting; Shooter(s) at Large](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-fatal-sunday-afternoon-shooting-shooters-at-large/) - A fatal shooting that took place in Long Branch earlier today, Sunday, is under joint investigation by members of the MCPO Major Crimes Bureau and the Long Branch Police Department, according to a released statement from the Monmouth County Prosecutor's Office. The incident took place around noon on Garrett Drive, within the John R. Lewis
- [The R-FH Area Weekend: RFHer Cooper Ley's Memorial Art Show](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/the-r-fh-area-weekend-rfher-cooper-leys-memorial-art-show/) - It's all about the skating, creating and celebrating in the spirit of one artist. That artist would have been 32 on March 10. So, in keeping with a new tradition created by his sister Adrienne, RFH grad Tom "Cooper" Ley's artwork and birthday will be celebrated from 2 to 6 p.m. on Saturday, March 15
- [Retro RFH Girl Gang On the Fence](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rfh-girl-gang-on-the-fence/) - Hail, hail, the gang's all here — the Rumson Rail Gang, that is. Where's here? On the fence, of course, in at least one way. This gaggle of RFH girls back in 1974 somehow decided that they'd sit on the fence, literally, and dub themselves accordingly — sort of. OK, so the picket fence is
- [In Memoriam: Red Bank- and Shrewsbury-Raised Former Longtime Little Silver Resident, Steve McLean, 76](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-red-bank-and-shrewsbury-raised-former-longtime-little-silver-resident-steve-mclean-76/) - Former Longtime Little Silver resident Steve Ross McLean, more recently of New Smyrna Beach, FL, passed away peacefully on March 4. He was 76. Born in Long Branch to Harry and Leah (Coudrier) McLean, Steve was raised in Shrewsbury and Red Bank. He attended Shrewsbury Grammar School, Saint James Grammar School and Red Bank High School.
- [Rumson Police Report: DUIs, Fugitive From Justice, Contempt](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/rumson-police-report-duis-fugitive-from-justice-contempt/) - The following February arrests were reported by Rumson police. An arrest does not constitute a conviction. Arrests John McKay, 50, of Newark, was arrested on Feb. 28 in the area of Rumson and Tuxedo roads and charged with driving under the influence (DUI) by Patrolman James Wrightington. Rigoberto Lopez-Lopez, 38, of Red Bank, was arrested
- [Retro RFH Track & Field Warm-Up](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rfh-track-field-warm-up-time/) - Spring is in the air; and, especially considering the recent indoor track championship, RFHers are on track for good run in the season's start to outdoor RFH Track & Field.
- [In Memoriam: Longtime Little Silver Resident, Columnist and RBR '65 Grad, Sandy Wells, 77](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-longtime-little-silver-resident-columnist-and-rbr-65-grad-sandy-wells-77/) - Longtime Little Silver resident, Sandra "Sandy" Sue Wells passed away on March 9. She was 77. She took great pride in being a longtime Little Silver resident and continued to support the community throughout her life. Sandy was born to John Ferrogiari and Gayle (Matheny) Ferrogiari in Sault Sainte Marie, MI. They soon relocated to
- [Prosecutor: Area Man Facing 15 Years After Guilty Plea to Drug Dealing, Possession and Weapons Offenses](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-area-man-facing-15-years-after-guilty-plea-to-drug-dealing-possession-and-weapons-offenses/) - An area man has pleaded guilty to multiple counts of possessing large quantities of cocaine and other drugs, with the intent to distribute, and a firearm, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Wednesday. During a hearing on Monday, March 10, Robert Maldonado, 47, of Hazlet, pleaded guilty to: first-degree possession with intent to
- [Retro RFH Sunny Daze Chat & Ride](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rfh-sunny-daze-chat-ride/) - Well, the sun came out and dried up all the wintry yuck. And when the sun comes out, it's always been a rite of passage for RFHers to get outside. No, we're not talking about cutting class. We're just saying that when the sun calls after a stretch of yuck, RFH students have always answered
- [In Memoriam: Red Bank Native, RBC Grad, Clare Tyluki-McIntosh, 68](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-red-bank-native-rbc-grad-clare-tyluki-mcintosh-68/) - Red Bank native Clare Tyluki-McIntosh passed away on Feb. 26. She was 68. A 1975 graduate of Red Bank Catholic High School (RBC), Clare earned her associate's degree from Brookdale Community College. Clare worked in the secretarial field for many years, but more recently became a certified home health care aide, "which she found greatly
- [Prosecutor: Two Men, 20 and 21, Charged with Murder in Friday Night Stabbing](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-two-men-20-and-21-charged-with-murder-in-friday-night-stabbing/) - Two area men have been charged in connection with murder in connection with a Friday night stabbing incident in Long Branch, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Tuesday. Nija Faust, 21, and Santana Rivera-Cosme, 20, both of Long Branch, have each been charged with: first-degree murder, fourth-degree unlawful possession of a weapon (knife),
- [In Memoriam: Longtime Little Silver Resident, Founding Member of Women's Club, Jean Berich, 97](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-longtime-little-silver-resident-founding-member-of-womens-club-jean-berich-97/) - Longtime Little Silver resident, Ilene Eugenia "Jean" Berich, passed away peacefully on Monday, March 3. She was 97. Born April 13, 1927, in Rahway, Jean was the daughter of the late Oscar Andul and Eugenia Roesch. She graduated from Rahway High School and went on to pursue other studies. During WWII, Jean worked for Merck
- [Scene Around: Rumson St. Patrick's Day Parading 2025](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/scene-around-rumson-st-patricks-day-parading-2025/) - The Rumson St. Patrick's Day Parade passed by for the 12th year on Sunday. The sun shone brightly on the festivities, from beginning to end. Here's a glimpse into the parading, courtesy of the parade committee and RFH friends ... (Click on one photo to enlarge and scroll.) In Memoriam: Longtime Riverview Employee, Dolores Galatro,
- [Prosecutor: 28-Year-Old Man Charged with Murder in Fatal Stabbing](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-28-year-old-man-charged-with-murder-in-fatal-stabbing/) - A 28-year-old male has been charged with murder and related charges stemming from last week's fatal stabbing of a man in Neptune City, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago and Neptune City Police Department Chief Matthew J. Quagliato jointly announced on Monday. Zhahiem Spann, of Ocean Township, has been charged with first-degree murder, fourth-degree unlawful
- [In Memoriam: Red Bank Resident Grace Del Monaco, 81](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-red-bank-resident-grace-del-monaco-81/) - Red Bank resident Grace Del Monaco passed away peacefully at home on March 5, surrounded by her loving family. She was 81. Born in Hoboken, Grace was "a devoted wife, sister, and aunt who lived a life filled with love, faith, and generosity." Living between New Jersey, and Florida for more than 35 years, Grace
- [In Memoriam: RFH Class of '95 Grad, Paul D. Hatch, 47](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-rfh-class-of-95-grad-paul-d-hatch-47/) - The loved ones of Paul Hatch, who passed away in 2023, recently released his obituary ... Rumson-Fair Haven Regional High School (RFH) Class of 1995 graduate, Paul D. Hatch, beloved and devoted son, friend, brother, and uncle passed away suddenly and unexpectedly on July 21, 2023, in Little Silver. He was 47. The family held
- [Prosecutor: Authorities Seek Witnesses to Tuesday Fatal Stabbing](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-authorities-seek-witnesses-to-tuesday-fatal-stabbing/) - Authorities from the Monmouth County Prosecutor’s Office and Neptune City Police Department are asking anyone with information related to a fatal stabbing that took place late Tuesday evening to please come forward, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago and Neptune City Police Department Chief Matthew J. Quagliato jointly announced on Friday. The incident background ...
- [Ode to Rumson's St. Patrick's Day Parade](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/ode-to-rumsons-st-patricks-day-parade/) - Well, it's St. Patrick's Day. And this year is the year without a parade to usher in the day. So, on the year without a Rumson St. Patrick's Day Parade, we offer a glimpse back at some favorite parade moments over the past few years. Cheers! Here's to the next parade passing by all! In
- [In Memoriam: Longtime Fair Havenite Jim Wilson, 91](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-longtime-fair-havenite-jim-wilson-91/) - Longtime Fair Havenite James “Jim” Wilson passed away on Feb. 16 in the comfort and care of his wife and caregivers. He was 91. Born in 1933 in a small village in east Ayrshire, Scotland, Jim graduated from the University of Strathclyde in Glasgow and emigrated to Canada and then to the United States in search
- [NJ State Police: Witnesses Sought in Animal Cruelty Case of Dead Dogs Found on Parkway](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/nj-state-police-witnesses-sought-in-animal-cruelty-case-of-dead-dogs-found-on-parkway/) - A released statement concerning dead dogs found in dog food bags on Garden State Parkway in Aberdeen ... The New Jersey State Police is seeking the public's assistance in an animal cruelty investigation that occurred on the Garden State Parkway South, near milepost 119.4 on the local roadway in Aberdeen Township, Monmouth County. On Feb.
- [Retro Getting In Step with an RFH Icon](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/getting-in-step-with-an-rfh-icon/) - A reprise originally posted on, no fooling, April 1, 2021, because on a dreary day, sometimes an RFHer just has to get up and dance. Cheers to the leader, the iconic George Giffin ... "OK, pick your dance partners," RFH's iconic George Giffin said at a 70s ballroom dance class. The cool guys scurried to
- [RFH Students Awarded State Seal of Biliteracy](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/rfh-students-awarded-state-seal-of-biliteracy/) - Seventeen Rumson-Fair Haven Regional High School (RFH) seniors recently qualified for the NJ State Seal of Biliteracy for their proficiency in Spanish, French, and German. The New Jersey State Seal of Biliteracy is an award given by the NJ Department of Education (NJDOE) in recognition of students who have studied and attained proficiency in at
- [RFH Tower Players Set Stage for 'Matilda the Musical'](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/rfh-tower-players-set-stage-for-matilda-the-musical/) - It's spring musical time at Rumson-Fair Haven Regional High School (RFH). The RFH Tower Players are setting the stage to “throw the hammer” for their production of Roald Dahl’s Matilda The Musical. The musical came out of the Royal Shakespeare Company, with book by Dennis Kelly and original songs by Tim Minchin. It revels in the
- [Retro RFH Spring Fever Drive](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rfh-spring-fever-drive/) - A reprise to warm hearts as the sun comes out and spring is on the horizon ... Spring is coming, folks. The weather is warming up. Sort of. People are shedding coats for sweaters and getting out and about a little more each day. The sun has been peering brightly, albeit with a sting in
- [In Memoriam: Rumson-Raised RFH '78 Grad, Tom Hoey, 64](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-rumson-raised-rfh-78-grad-tom-hoey-65/) - "With heavy hearts," the family of Thomas "Tom" Hoey announced his peaceful passing at home on Feb. 27. He was 64. Thomas was predeceased by: his parents, George and Jane Hoey; his brother, Michael Hoey; and his sister, Jackie Hoey. He is survived by: his sisters, Susan Hoey Kelty and Jennifer Hoey, both of South
- [Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge Travel Advisory & Channel Alert](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/rumson-sea-bright-bridge-travel-advisory-channel-alert/) - The Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge replacement construction schedule remains status quo this week, with work scheduled from the usual 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., through Friday, weather permitting. Work on the navigational channel under the bridge has ensued, with clearance alerts for waterborne travelers on the Shrewsbury River. Monmouth County officials advise ... Waterway travelers to
- [Prosecutor: Area Man Gets 45 Years in Prison for Sexual, Physical Abuse of Daughter](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-area-man-gets-45-years-in-prison-for-sexual-physical-abuse-of-daughter/) - An area man has been sentenced to 45 years in state prison for sexually and physically abusing his daughter over the course of more than six years, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Friday. Andrey V. Penkin, 51, of Marlboro, must serve a minimum of 37 years prior to the possibility of parole
- [In Memoriam: Rumsonite Dan William Seslar, 78](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-rumsonite-dan-william-seslar-78/) - Rumsonite Dan Seslar, beloved husband, father, and grandfather, passed away peacefully on Feb. 22, surrounded by his loving family. He was 78. Dan is survived by: his devoted wife, Kathleen; his cherished children, Kary Sink (husband Brad), Dan Seslar (wife Lindsay), Brian Seslar (wife Anna), Patrick Seslar (wife Carmella), and Christopher Seslar (wife Erika); his
- [Retro RFH Spring Bug Fever](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rfh-bug-lounging/) - With the first hint of spring in the air today, you could say that these RFH guys caught the spring bug — and soaked it and its sunny vibe right up! And with that first hint of spring in the air, sometimes a student, or anyone else, just feels the urge to close the book
- [Prosecutor: Area 33-Year-Old Man Charged with $44K Theft, Fraud in Bad Check Scam](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-area-33-year-old-man-charged-with-44k-theft-fraud-in-bad-check-scam/) - An area man has been charged with the theft of more than $44,000 from a local bank branch, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Wednesday. Jacob Gindi, 33, of Long Branch, has been charged with third-degree bad checks and third-degree theft by deception stemming from the alleged fraudulent activity at a local
- [In Memoriam: Longtime Shrewsbury Resident, Keith DeVita, 59](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-longtime-shrewsbury-resident-keith-devita-59/) - Longtime Shrewsbury resident, Keith DeVita, passed away recently. He was 59. Keith was born in Newark on Oct. 3, 1965 to Michael DeVita and the late Carol DeVita (nee Oschwald). In 1993, he married the love of his life Sharon Featherstone and moved to Shrewsbury, "where they built a beautiful family. A dedicated and loving Services are set for Saturday, March 1.
- [Scene Around: A Forrestdale 'Seussical' Thing](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/scene-around-a-forrestdale-seussical-thing/) - Just a little Rumson entertainment thing to know: Forrestdale School Drama Club kids are getting set for a curtain up on Seussical Jr., the youngsters' version of Seussical the Musical. Of course, the show is all about the works of famed children's book author, Dr. Seuss. And the cast is dressed, going into final dress
- [In Memoriam: Area Realtor, Construction Manager, Lois White, 73](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-area-realtor-construction-manager-lois-white-73/) - Area realtor and construction manager, Lois White, who was involved in the operation of Rumson Kitchen & Bath and Two River Builders, passed away peacefully in her sleep on Feb. 21 after a brief illness. She was 73. Born Lois Theresa Kaselow on June 16, 1951, in New York, NY, Lois spent the majority of
- [Prosecutor: Middletown Man Gets 15 Years in Prison for 2023 Attempted Murder](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-middletown-man-gets-15-years-in-prison-for-2023-attempted-murder/) - A 38-year-old man who was found guilty of stabbing a relative in their Middletown home in 2023 has been sentenced to 15 years in prison, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Tuesday. The man, Timothy J. Sauers, of Middletown, was sentenced on Thursday, Feb. 20, by Monmouth County Superior Court Judge Paul X.
- [Scene Around: RFH Girls Indoor Track Runs   with a Championship Streak](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/scene-around-rfh-girls-indoor-track-runs-a-state-champ-streak/) - They are the champions! In case you didn't hear or see the hoopla —as in beeping, siren-blaring, light-flashing from a fire company- and police-escorted parade — the RFH Girls Indoor Track & Field team won the 2024-25 NJSIAA Group 2 state championship. The ultimate win, after a county and state sectional meets streak, came at
- [Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge Winter Travel Advisory](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/rumson-sea-bright-bridge-winter-travel-advisory-5/) - The Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge replacement construction schedule remains status quo this week, with work scheduled from the usual 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., through Friday, including today, Presidents Day, weather permitting. Monmouth County officials advise ... Waterway travelers to maintain an awareness that: The eastern half of the navigational channel is available for marine travel.
- [Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge Travel Advisory & Channel Clearance Alerts](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/rumson-sea-bright-bridge-travel-advisory-channel-clearance-alerts/) - The Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge replacement construction schedule remains status quo this week, with work scheduled from the usual 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., through Friday, weather permitting. Work on the navigational channel under the bridge has ensued, with clearance alerts for waterborne travelers on the Shrewsbury River. Monmouth County officials advise ... Waterway travelers to
- [Retro RFH Basketball Slam Dunkin'](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rfh-basketball-boys/) - A slam dunk of a reprise to honor the RFH Boys Basketball season ... Go Bulldogs! Yes, it's basketball season. And there's some championship kind of playing going on with the RFH Boys Basketball team, as usual. And while some things never change, including family names still involved in the sport at RFH, there are
- [Monmouth U. Scientists: New Invasive Marine Life Species Has Come to Jersey Beaches](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/monmouth-u-scientists-new-invasive-marine-life-species-has-come-to-jersey-beaches/) - Student and faculty researchers at Monmouth University have recorded the first confirmation of the anemone species Actinia equina, also known as the beadlet anemone, on North American shores, including Monmouth County beaches. A common inhabitant of the rocky coastlines of the British Isles and Northern Europe, the anemone, an invertebrate related to jellyfish and corals,
- [RFH Soccer, Football, Track Student-Athletes Sign College Letters of Intent](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/rfh-soccer-football-track-student-athletes-sign-college-letters-of-intent/) - It's official. They're committed — on the field and in the college classroom. Four Rumson-Fair Haven Regional High School (RFH) senior student-athletes recently made their college choices official by penning Letters of Intent committing to their college academic and athletic careers. Flanked by their families, friends, coaches, teammates, teachers and administrators, the athletes donned their
- [Retro Forrestdale Basketball Court Jestering](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rfh-basketball-court-jestering/) - RFH Boys Basketball jokesters of the '70sPhoto/George Day These courts are made for basketball — and jokesters. Maybe not. But, a couple of Rumson's Forrestdale guys somehow stole center court, or stage, at a basketball game in the 1970s.
- [Prosecutor: State Police Seeks Witnesses in Fatal Parkway Hit-and-Run](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-state-police-seeks-witnesses-in-fatal-parkway-hit-and-run/) - From NJ State Police ... NJ State Police detectives are seeking the public’s assistance to determine the cause of a Friday fatal hit-and-run motor vehicle crash in Middletown on the Garden State Parkway. The crash background ... On Friday, Feb. 14, at 5:58 p.m., a Honda Pilot was traveling southbound on the Garden State Parkway A 33-year-old was killed.
- [In Memoriam: Former Rumsonite, Little Silver Resident, Eileen Kenney, 87](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-former-rumsonite-little-silver-resident-eileen-kenney-87/) - Former longtime Rumsonite and Little Silver resident, Eileen Anne Gannon Kenney passed away peacefully at home, surrounded by her beloved family, on Feb. 12. She was 87. Born May 7, 1937, in the Irish enclave of Greenville, Jersey City, Eileen graduated from Saint Aloysius Academy and continued her education at Notre Dame College of Staten A mass will be held on Tuesday at Holy Cross.
- [In Memoriam: Longtime Area Sports Journalist, Native Red Banker, RBC Grad, Jim Hintelmann, 86](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-longtime-area-sports-journalist-native-red-banker-rbc-grad-jim-hintelmann-86/) - Longtime area sports writer, native Red Bank resident and Red Bank Catholic High School (RBC) graduate, Jim Hintelmann, passed away peacefully on Feb. 7. He was 86. One of four brothers, Jim was born in Red Bank to Lavinia and Joseph P. Hintelmann on March 27, 1938. He graduated from Saint James Elementary School and
- [Prosecutor: 25-Year-Old 2024 Area Murder Fugitive Found in Georgia](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-25-year-old-2024-area-murder-fugitive-found-in-georgia/) - A fugitive who was sought in connection with a 2024 shooting murder has been found in Georgia and arrested, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Friday. Raheem D. Montes, 25, of Long Branch, the alleged shooter in a 2024 Long Branch murder, was arrested in Clayton County, GA by local authorities. At approximately
- [Retro RFH Twirly Halftime Show Directors](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rfh-twirly-halftime-show-directors/) - The usual chatter about the Super Bowl halftime is always incessant. It's still going on all over social media. And much like the seemingly nonstop beat, beat, beat of the music, those memories of the steady ol' high school marching band rhythm drone on in the minds of retro thinkers. So, we march to the
- [Rumson Police Report: Assault at Restaurant, Attempted Vehicle Theft](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/rumson-police-report-assault-at-restaurant-attempted-vehicle-theft/) - The following January criminal incident and arrest were reported by Rumson police. An arrest does not constitute a conviction. Criminal Incident A Fair Haven Road resident reported on Jan. 23 that two masked people had attempted to gain entry to a vehicle in their driveway. S/O Pignataro took the report. Arrest Police on Jan. 11 January criminal incidents and arrests from Rumson police.
- [In Memoriam: Red Bank Resident Kenneth Furey, 79](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-red-bank-resident-kenneth-furey-79/) - Red Bank resident Kenneth Furey passed away Feb. 8 at Riverview Medical Center, Red Bank. He was 79. Born in Highlands Aug. 11, 1945, Kenneth was raised in Queens, N.Y., but his family spent every summer in Highlands. Kenneth is survived by: his wife, Mary Ellen; his two daughters, Tonya Johnson and Shannon Ballone and
- [Retro RFH Twirling Halftime](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rfh-twirly-halftime/) - With all the usual buzz about the Super Bowl and its halftime still swirling all over social media, thoughts go back to a time at RFH when twirling made for a dazzling halftime show — on the basketball court. That's one way to celebrate RFH Basketball season. These girls twirled with batons, flags and all
- [Prosecutor: Detective Charged with Obscenity Toward Minor, Child Endangerment](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-detective-charged-with-obscenity-toward-minor-child-endangerment/) - A Sheriff’s Office detective from another county is facing charges stemming from incidents in which he was allegedly trying to engage in sexual acts with and send a lewd picture to a child, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Monday. Bergen County Sheriff's Office Detective Michael Vermeylen, 42, of Oak Ridge (Morris County),
- [In Memoriam: Former Rumsonite, Iconic Restaurant Operator, George Gill Jr., 89](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-former-rumsonite-iconic-restaurant-operator-george-gill-jr-89/) - Former Rumsonite, George P. Gill Jr., more recently of Red Bank, passed away in his home on Feb. 4. He was 89. Born to the late George P. and Anna Bottagaro Gill Sr., George was a graduate of Red Bank Catholic High School Class of 1953. He earned a bachelor of science degree from then
- [In Memoriam: Longtime Red Bank Resident, Robert's Coiffures Hair Salon Owner, Patricia Ferragine, 81](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-longtime-red-bank-resident-roberts-coiffures-hair-salon-owner-patricia-ferragine-81/) - Longtime Red Bank resident, Patricia Ferragine. beloved and devoted wife, mother, business owner, grandmother, aunt, and friend, passed away on Feb. 5. She was 81. The daughter of the late Salvatore and Tomicina Tortorici, Patricia was born in Newark on Feb. 15, 1943. She was raised in Hazlet, NJ where she attended and graduated from
- [Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge Winter Travel Advisory](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/rumson-sea-bright-bridge-winter-travel-advisory-4/) - The Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge replacement construction schedule remains status quo this week, with work scheduled from the usual 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., through Friday, weather permitting. Monmouth County officials advise ... Waterway travelers to maintain an awareness that: The eastern half of the navigational channel is available for marine travel. The horizontal clearance for
- [In Memoriam: Longtime Rumsonite Lucille Puth, 96](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-longtime-rumsonite-lucille-puth-96/) - Longtime Rumsonite Lucille Lusk Puth passed away on Tuesday, Jan. 21. She was 96. Born in Orange to the late Charles and Mary (Cocozza) Lusk, Lucille graduated from Montclair State University in 1950. She was one of the first women to graduate with a degree in mathematics. Post graduation, she immediately started her career teaching A service is set for Friday, Jan. 24.
- [Retro RFH Girls' Great '80s TGIF](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rfh-girls-great-80s-tgif/) - Cheers to the great '80s! Yes, there's nothing much better than a gaggle of RFH girlfriends and a little pre-party, or after-party, TGIF festivity. Whether it was pre- or post-party time here, the sentiment was the same — cheers to bestie time. And these girls knew how to do it right. It was pretty status
- [In Memoriam: Former 180 and Affordable Housing Alliance Board President, Jean Kaeli, 82](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-former-180-and-affordable-housing-alliance-board-president-jean-kaeli-82/) - Former 180 Turning Lives Around and Affordable Housing Alliance board president Jean Kaeli, of Atlantic Highlands, passed away peacefully on Jan. 31. She was 82. Throughout her life, Jean supported her community in various ways. As president of the board of the Women’s Center of Monmouth County, Inc. (now 180 Turning Lives Around), she oversaw
- [Retro RFH Cool Girls' Chill](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rfh-cool-girls-chill/) - There's nothing more groovy than six cool RFH girls chillin' on a couch in the 70s. OK, so maybe the scene is really just a step above couch potato status; but, a shoulder-to-shoulder pow wow of sorts with this crew always had some definite cool times potential. Five Fair Haven- and one Rumson-raised in with A look back at some casual chill time among RFH girlfriends in the 1970s.
- [Prosecutor: Area Man Charged with Liability for Man's Fatal Overdose](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-area-man-charged-with-liability-for-mans-fatal-overdose/) - An area man has been charged with strict liability for a drug-induced death and related charges for allegedly supplying a man with the drugs that killed him in 2023, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Thursday. Paul R. Clites, 40, of Howell Township, has been charged with one count of the first-degree strict
- [In Memoriam: Fair Haven- and Rumson-Raised Maryann 'Mare' McGloin, 65](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-fair-haven-and-rumson-raised-maryann-mare-mcgloin-65/) - "It is with deep sorrow that we share the passing" of Maryann "Mare" McGloin on Jan.31. She was 65. Maryann Catherine McGloin was the best late Christmas present Catherine (Kitty) Courtney and Patrick McGloin ever received, born on Dec. 26, 1959. A graduate of Red Bank Catholic High School (RBC), she went on to earn
- [Retro RFH Girls Basketball Courting](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rfh-girls-basketball-courting/) - Basketball season is usually a slam dunk for RFH girls. With the season in full play, the girls of both the varsity and junior varsity teams competed with St. Rose and Holmdel high schools in the past couple of days. Full court. These days, it's just a given that there are both girls and boys
- [In Memoriam: Rumson Resident Mark 'Marky' Anthony Caputo, 55](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-rumson-resident-mark-marky-anthony-caputo-55/) - Rumson resident Mark "Marky" Anthony Caputo passed away on Jan. 14, at his Rumson home. He was 55. Born June 28, 1969, in Newark, he brought laughter and joy to all who knew him throughout his life. Marky graduated from Shore Regional High School and went on to earn a degree from Wagner College. He A celebration of life will be held at a later date.
- [In Memoriam: Former Longtime Red Bank Resident, Red Bank High Grad, Gloria Soldo, 92](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-former-longtime-red-bank-resident-red-bank-high-grad-gloria-soldo-92/) - Former longtime Red Bank resident and Red Bank High School graduate, Gloria Soldo, more recently of the Lincroft section of Middletown, passed away on Feb. 2. She was 92. She was born May 24, 1932 to Anthony Codispoti and Teresa Piroso in Sant' Andrea, Calabria, Italy. She moved to Red Bank in 1935 and graduated Services are set to start on Tuesday.
- [Retro RFH Girls' Basketball Slam Dunk](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rfh-girls-basketball-jamming/) - It's a set-up! When it comes to winning shots, RFH Girls Basketball has always had the right moves on and off the court. Call it a set-up for the jam. It's something like that in this Retro Pic of the Day.
- [In Memoriam: Longtime Fair Havenite Tom Cusick, 99](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-longtime-fair-havenite-tom-cusick-99/) - Longtime Fair Havenite Thomas Cusick passed away peacefully at Riverview Medical Center on Jan. 31, "leaving behind an incredible legacy." He was 99. Tom was born on May 8, 1925 in Newark to Myrtle and Thomas Cusick. Following in his father’s footsteps, Tom dedicated an impressive 40 years to United Parcel Service, earning his well-deserved Services are set to start on Feb. 6.
- [In Memoriam: Native Rumsonite, Richard Sanborn, 69](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-native-rumsonite-richard-sanborn-69/) - Native Rumsonite, Richard Sanborn, more recently of Neptune, passed away peacefully surrounded by his family Saturday, Feb. 1. He was 69. Richard fought a courageous and difficult fight with cancer for more than four years. His strength throughout his battle has given his family the ability to stand by him in his final moments here. A service is set for Thursday.
- [Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge Winter Travel Advisory](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/rumson-sea-bright-bridge-winter-travel-advisory-3/) - The Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge replacement construction schedule remains status quo this week, with work scheduled from the usual 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., through Friday, weather permitting. Monmouth County officials advise ... Waterway travelers to maintain an awareness that: The eastern half of the navigational channel is available for marine travel. The horizontal clearance for
- [In Memoriam: Longtime Little Silver, Shrewsbury Resident, Rumson High Grad, Ginny Toscano, 96](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-longtime-little-silver-shrewsbury-resident-rumson-high-grad-ginny-toscano-96/) - Longtime Little Silver and Shrewsbury resident and Rumson High School graduate, Virginia "Ginny" Toscano, passed away peacefully on Jan. 28. She was 96. Born on Dec. 25, 1929 to John and Mildred Bailey at Riverview Hospital, Ginny lived her entire life in Little Silver and Shrewsbury. A then Rumson High School (now RFH) graduate, Ginny
- [Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge Winter Travel Advisory](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/rumson-sea-bright-bridge-winter-travel-advisory-2/) - The Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge replacement construction schedule remains status quo this week, with work scheduled from the usual 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., through Friday, weather permitting. Monmouth County officials advise ... Waterway travelers to maintain an awareness that: The eastern half of the navigational channel is available for marine travel. The horizontal clearance for
- [Rumson Police Report: Porch Pirate Thefts, Uber Driver & Police Assault, Suspicious Vehicle Entry, Drones](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/rumson-police-report-porch-pirate-thefts-uber-driver-police-assault-suspicious-vehicle-entry-drones/) - The following December criminal incidents and arrest were reported by Rumson police. An arrest does not constitute a conviction. Note: Numerous calls reporting drone activity during the month of December were received at police headquarters. All complainants were advised how to file a suspicious drone report with the Office of Homeland Security. Criminal Incidents •
- [Prosecutor: Middletown HS North Teacher Arrested, Charged with Sexual Assault of Student](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-middletown-hs-north-teacher-arrested-charged-with-sexual-assault-of-student/) - A Middletown High School North teacher has been charged with sexual assault and child endangerment stemming from his allegedly illicit relationship with a student at school, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Wednesday. Justin McGhee, 35, of Ocean Township, who, in addition to being a Middletown North teacher is the head girls’ basketball
- [In Memoriam: Former Fair Haven, Little Silver Resident, Model, Elizabeth 'Betty' Ann Gill](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-former-fair-haven-little-silver-resident-model-elizabeth-betty-ann-gill/) - "It is with a heavy heart filled with amazing memories, we (family) share the sudden, but peaceful, passing of Elizabeth Ann Gill this past Friday evening at her residence in Tinton Falls." Elizabeth, aka Betty Ann, or in NY la Betty, nicknamed by Matt Gill, her cousin, was born in Red Bank to Thomas & Services start on Friday, Jan. 31.
- [In Memoriam: Longtime Rumsonite Mary Ellen McCann, 85](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-longtime-rumsonite-mary-ellen-mccann-85/) - Longtime Rumsonite Mary Ellen McCann, "beloved mother, grandmother, aunt, and friend," passed away on Tuesday, Jan. 21. She was "85 years young." After graduating from Dunbarton, she began a teaching career, but retired upon marrying the love of her life, John Francis McCann. They wed on a beautiful August Saturday afternoon in 1962. Like many of
- [In Memoriam: Longtime Rumson Resident, Robert Nixon, 87](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-longtime-rumson-resident-robert-nixon-87/) - Longtime Rumson resident, Robert Louis Nixon, passed away peacefully at home on Jan. 18 with his family by his side. He was 87. Robert was born on May 24, 1937 at Margaret Hague Hospital in Jersey City to William and Catherine Nixon. He graduated from Henry Snyder High School in Jersey City and went into
- [Prosecutor: Area Cop Arrested for Illegally Accessing Official Records to Hunt Down Woman](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-area-cop-arrested-for-illegally-accessing-official-records-to-hunt-down-woman/) - An area police officer is facing charges that he illegally accessed computer databases to look up personal information about a woman and stalk her, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Thursday. Joshua A. James, 29, a Neptune Township police officer, has been charged with third-degree computer-related criminal activity stemming from the incident.
- [Prosecutor: Former Area Real Estate Attorney Gets 10 Years for $1M Theft from 60 Clients](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-former-area-real-estate-attorney-gets-10-years-for-1m-theft-from-60-clients/) - A now-disbarred local real-estate attorney who stole roughly $1.18 million from dozens of clients has been sentenced to 10 years in state prison, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Tuesday. During a hearing held on Friday, Jan. 17, before Monmouth County Superior Court Judge Christie Bevacqua, 49-year-old Steven H. Salami, of Hazlet, was
- [RFH Scores High with AP Computer Science Diversity Award](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/rfh-scores-high-with-ap-computer-science-diversity-award/) - Rumson-Fair Haven Regional High School (RFH) has earned the College Board AP® Computer Science Female Diversity Award for achieving high female representation in AP Computer Science A (CSA). Schools honored with an AP Computer Science Female Diversity Award have expanded access to AP computer science courses for female students. During the 2023-24 school year, 1,153 institutions
- [Prosecutor: Monday Accident that Hospitalized One Man Under Investigation](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-monday-accident-that-hospitalized-one-man-under-investigation/) - A serious Monday accident in Wall that sent one man to the hospital with multiple injuries is under investigation, Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Tuesday. On Monday, Jan. 20, at 11:01 a.m., Wall police responded to the intersection of Route 34 and Airport Boulevard for a two-vehicle crash. A preliminary investigation revealed that a
- [Prosecutor: Two Charged in $300K Conspiracy, Theft Scheme Targeting Holmdel Business](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-two-charged-in-300k-conspiracy-theft-scheme-targeting-holmdel-business/) - A New York man and an man have been charged with pilfering nearly $300,000 from a Holmdel-based company via an alleged fraud scheme, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Tuesday. Jacob Gindi, 33, of the Oakhurst section of Ocean Township, and Jimmy Dabbah, 34, of the Gravesend section of Brooklyn, NY, have
- [Prosecutor: 30-Year-Old Area Man Convicted of 2023 Luring, Kidnapping of 11-Year-Old](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-30-year-old-area-man-convicted-of-2023-luring-kidnapping-of-11-year-old/) - A 30-year-old area man has been convicted of the 2023 luring and kidnapping of a then-11-year-old girl, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Tuesday. Following an eight-day trial before Monmouth County Superior Court Judge Paul X. Escandon last week, Raquan Folk, of Asbury Park, was found guilty at trial by a jury of:
- [In Memoriam: Red Bank-Raised Longtime Shrewsbury Resident and 60-Year First Aid Squad Member, Lester VanPelt, 94](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-red-bank-raised-longtime-shrewsbury-resident-and-60-year-first-aid-squad-member-lester-vanpelt-94/) - Red Bank-raised, longtime Shrewsbury resident and former First Aid Squad captain and president, Lester VanPelt, passed away on Jan. 16. He was 94. Born Dec. 15, 1930 in Long Branch to the late Lester VanPelt Sr. and wife Marion, Lester grew up in Red Bank. While serving in the U.S. Air Force, he was stationed A service is set for Saturday, Jan. 25.
- [Retro RFH Snow Day Drive](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-snowed-in-rfh/) - To go along with the second snowfall and snow day by default for R-FH area schools on MLK Day ... A snowy reprise and musing about snow days at RFH ... Well, they're calling it a snow day. It seems like these days it doesn't take much of the fluffy white stuff to blow the
- [Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge Winter Travel Advisory](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/rumson-sea-bright-bridge-winter-travel-advisory/) - Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge replacement construction activity continues this week on a status quo schedule from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. through Friday, weather permitting. Monmouth County officials advise ... Waterway travelers to maintain an awareness that ... The eastern half of the navigational channel is available for marine travel. The horizontal clearance for the eastern
- [In Memoriam: Former Little Silver & Holmdel Resident and Area Social Worker, Sally Strehl, 84](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-former-little-silver-holmdel-resident-and-area-social-worker-sally-strehl-84/) - Former Little Silver and Holmdel resident and area social worker, Sally A. Strehl, more recently of Shrewsbury, passed away peacefully on Dec. 21. She was 84. Sally grew up in Bergen County, attended Douglass College and graduated from Fairleigh Dickinson University. She worked as a social worker in the Monmouth County area. Sally was a A service is set for Friday.
- [Prosecutor: Red Bank Man Gets 8 Years for 'Upskirting' 27 Victims, Videoing Intimate Parts](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-red-bank-man-gets-8-years-for-upskirting-27-victims-recording-intimate-parts/) - A Red Bank man has been sentenced to eight years in prison for "up- skirting" women and girls at local stores and in their homes with his cell phone and recording videos of their intimate parts without consent or knowledge between 2021 and 2023, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Wednesday. Christopher
- [Prosecutor: Area 32-Year-Old Man Charged with Online Child Porn](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-area-32-year-old-man-charged-with-online-child-porn/) - An area man has been charged with child pornography stemming from an investigation that revealed his alleged possession and distribution of child sexual abuse materials (CSAM), Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Wednesday. Timothy R. Kanski, 32, of Ocean Grove, has been charged with one count of second-degree distribution of child sexual abuse
- [Retro Rumson Snowy Estate Magic](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rumson-snowy-estate-magic/) - "I remember when my grandfather moved here way back when Rumson Road was considered one of the ‘most beautiful’ in the country," said RFH Class of '78 grad Monica Sheehan of what many might call a picture perfect postcard of the snowy day shot of sleighing down the driveway on the estate of the historic
- [In Memoriam: Sea Bright-Raised Longtime Red Bank Resident, Former St. James Principal, Deane-Porter Teacher, Maureen Hintelmann](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-sea-bright-raised-longtime-red-bank-resident-former-st-james-principal-deane-porter-teacher-maureen-hintelmann/) - Sea Bright-raised longtime Red Bank resident and area teacher, Maureen Hintelmann, passed away peacefully on Jan. 12 at Riverview Medical Center. Raised in Sea Bright, Maureen graduated from Sea Bright Grammar School and Red Bank Catholic High School in the Class of ‘59. She continued her education at Montclair State University, graduating with a teaching
- [Police Report: Aggravated Assault. Criminal Sexual Contact, $1.5K Shoplifting, Robbery, Burglary, Theft, Drugs, DWI](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/police-report-aggravated-assault-criminal-sexual-contact-1-5k-shoplifting-robbery-burglary-theft-drugs-dwi/) - The following December criminal incidents and arrests were reported by Red Bank police. An arrest does not constitute a conviction. Criminal Incidents • The theft of $1,049 worth of merchandise from a business in the area of Broad Street was reported on Dec. 30. Patrolman Luke Cahill took the report. • The theft of a December criminal incidents and arrests reported by Red Bank police.
- [Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge Travel Advisory](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/rumson-sea-bright-bridge-travel-advisory-25/) - Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge replacement construction is back to a status quo schedule this week, from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., weather permitting, through Friday. Monmouth County officials advise: Waterway travelers maintain an awareness that ... The eastern half of the navigational channel is available for marine travel. The horizontal clearance for the eastern side has
- [In Memoriam: Lifelong Area Resident, RBC Grad, St. James Teacher & Drama Director, Barbara Hollywood Oakerson, 79](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-lifelong-area-resident-rbc-grad-st-james-teacher-drama-director-barbara-hollywood-oakerson-79/) - Lifelong are resident and former teacher, Barbara Hollywood Oakerson died on Jan. 6 at Riverview Medical Center following a brief illness. She was 79. She is predeceased by: her parents, George and Cecilia Hollywood; and brothers, Drew and Douglas Hollywood. She is survived by: her loving husband of 50 years, William C. Oakerson; and her
- [In Memoriam: Former Longtime Little Silver Resident, RBR Grad, Artist, Kevin Adams, 67](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-former-longtime-little-silver-resident-rbr-grad-artist-kevin-adams-67/) - Former longtime Little Silver resident and artist, Kevin "Kevo" Richard Adams, passed away peacefully on Jan. 2. He was 67. Born in Red Bank to Edward and Gloria Adams, he attended Markham Place in Little Silver, Red Bank Regional High School and earned his Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) degree from Pratt Institute in Brooklyn,
- [Prosecutor: Two Men Get Prison Terms for 2017 Stalking, Home Invasion](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-two-men-get-prison-terms-for-2017-stalking-home-invasion/) - Two men have been sentenced to prison terms in connection with a 2017 Holmdel home invasion and stalking, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Friday. On Oct. 23, 2024, Thomas F. Manzo, 59, of Franklin Lakes, pleaded guilty and provided a full factual basis to two counts of fourth-degree stalking for his repeated
- [In Memoriam: Longtime Fair Havenite, Joe Rafferty, 90](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-longtime-fair-havenite-joe-rafferty-90/) - Longtime Fair Havenite, Joseph "Joe" Michael Rafferty died peacefully at home on Jan. 7. He was 90. Born on October 22, 1935, to Michael and Elizabeth Rafferty in Brooklyn, New York, Joe graduated from St. John’s University and served as a captain in the U.S. Marine Corps. Joe met the love of his life, Marilyn
- [Prosecutor: Pedestrian Critically Injured in Accident; Investigation Active](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-pedestrian-critically-injured-in-accident-investigation-active/) - The cause of a pedestrian being hit by a motor vehicle on Tuesday is under investigation as he remains in critical condition, Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Wednesday. The accident details ... On Tuesday, Jan. 7, at 4:51 a.m., Howell police responded to the intersection of Route 9 and Strickland Road on a report
- [Retro RFH Cool Dudes' Senior Reorg Chill](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rfh-dudes-snow-time-outtakes/) - A smattering of snow and some RFH seniors' meetingPhotos/George Day Back in the day, some RFH students preferred to literally chill outside the Senior Commons rather than inside. To them, those cool dudes, it was the perfect setting for a little pow-wow. Maybe the discussion was heated, though, right? Looks like it could have been.
- [In Memoriam: Red Bank-Raised Joyce Baker, 92](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-red-bank-raised-joyce-baker-92/) - Red Bank-raised Joyce Baker, more recently of Oceanport and previously Middletown, passed away peacefully at home Sunday morning, Dec. 29. She was 92. Joyce grew up in Red Bank and was a graduate of Red Bank High School and nursing school. Upon graduating, she worked as a registered nurse in the Red Bank area. Later,
- [Prosecutor: Middletown Man Pleads Guilty to Attempted Murder in 2023 Stabbing](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-middletown-man-pleads-guilty-to-attempted-murder-in-2023-stabbing/) - The man who stabbed a relative multiple times within their Middletown home in July of 2023 has pleaded guilty to attempted murder in connection with the incident, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Tuesday. During a hearing on Friday afternoon, Jan. 3, before Monmouth County Superior Court Judge Paul X. Escandon, 38-year-old Timothy
- [In Memoriam: Former Little Silver Resident, Maureen Canzoneri, 90](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-former-little-silver-resident-maureen-canzoneri-90/) - “To live in hearts we leave behind is not to die” – Thomas Campbell Former Little Silver resident, Maureen Canzoneri, more recently of Shrewsbury, passed away peacefully on Jan. 1. She was 90. Maureen was born on July 7, 1931, in Bronx, New York, to James Neary and Laura Bridget O'Donnell Neary. After completing high
- [Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge Travel Advisory](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/rumson-sea-bright-bridge-travel-advisory-24/) - New Year, new Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge replacement schedule? No. This week, construction activity remains at a status quo, with the usual work hours from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. through Friday and some things to keep in mind while work continues. Monmouth County officials advise ... Roadway and sidewalk travelers to maintain an awareness that:
- [Scene Around: Swearing In Fair Haven Fire Department's Line Officers](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/scene-around-swearing-in-fair-haven-fire-departments-line-officers/) - There's a new chief in town. Well, there's a new chief, deputy chief, assistant chiefs, lieutenants, captains, president and vice president in the Fair Haven Fire Department's fire company, first aid squad, auxiliary and water rescue. The new officers got sworn in on New Year's Day at the firehouse, a tradition that has endured for
- [In Memoriam: Longtime Rumsonite, Leslie Parent, 82](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-longtime-rumsonite-leslie-parent-82/) - Longtime Rumsonite, Leslie Ann Parent, more recently of Red Bank, passed away on Dec. 24. She was 82. Born on November 5, 1942, in New York, she resided in Rumson for more than 40 years with her husband, Arthur Francis Parent, and their children. She attended Ithaca College and graduated from C.W. Post College in A service is set for Monday at Holy Cross in Rumson.
- [In Memoriam: Longtime Rumsonite, Marie Cottrell, 90](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-longtime-rumsonite-marie-cottrell-90/) - Longtime Rumsonite, Marie Cottrell, passed away peacefully on Dec. 26, "surrounded by her loved ones following a life devoted to her family, friends, and community." She was 90. Marie also led the popular Rumson Antiques Show fundraiser for many years. Marie additionally supported the greater community through her volunteer work on the Rumson Historic Preservation
- [Prosecutor: Man Charged with Attempted Murder in New Year's Eve Day Shooting](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-man-charged-with-attempted-murder-in-new-years-eve-day-shooting/) - A Monmouth County man has been charged with attempted murder and related charges in connection with a New Year's Eve afternoon shooting incident, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Wednesday. Daniel Williams, 52, of Allentown, was charged with: one count of first-degree attempted murder, one count of second-degree endangering the welfare of a
- [Retro RFH Dudes' New Year Cheer](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rfh-dudes-new-year-cheer/) - New Year cheers to good friends! These RFH guys ... If there's something to celebrate, they're commandeering the toast — and peppering it with a little mayhem. Or a lot. Not a frown in the bunch. Ever. Just a fiendish gleam in the eyes. From the time they were kids, every play date among these
- [Retro New Year Cheers](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-new-year-cheers/) - #post_excerptIt's been 26 years since my mom died. She and my dad, Bill, are, as you know, the inspiration for R-FH Retro. This is a bright reflection on how remembering and looking to the past matters. It's a look ahead with insight from them on connections in community and keeping the little things close to the heart. Didn't know them? Yes you did. They are all of us ...
- [In Memoriam: Former Fair Havenite, Liz McNally, 63](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-former-fair-havenite-liz-mcnally-63/) - Former Fair Havenite, Elizabeth "Liz" McNally died peacefully in Red Bank on Dec. 10. She was 63. Elizabeth was born Oct. 8, 1961 in Manhattan, NY, to Dorothy and Patrick McCartney. She married Edmund McNally with whom she had three children. Ed died in the terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center in NYC on
- [Prosecutor: 20-Year-Old Facing Arson, Burglary, Assault Charges in House Fire](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-20-year-old-facing-arson-burglary-assault-charges-in-house-fire/) - A 20-year-old area man is facing burglary, arson and related charges in connection with a Sunday house fire in Deal that left the home destroyed, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Monday. Nasyr-Alaire D. Fisher, of Asbury Park, was charged with one count of second-degree burglary, one count of third-degree arson, along with
- [Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge Holiday Travel Advisory](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/rumson-sea-bright-bridge-holiday-travel-advisory/) - There's no troll at the Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge, just a Spiderman Santa overseeing the replacement activity. And this New Year week, construction activity remains at a status quo, with work hours from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. through Friday and no activity on Wednesday, New Year's Day. Monmouth County officials advise ... Roadway and sidewalk
- [In Memoriam: Fair Haven-Raised RFH '73 Grad, Cindy Sherman, 69](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-fair-haven-raised-rfh-73-grad-cindy-sherman-69/) - Fair Haven-raised Rumson-Fair Haven Regional High School (RFH) graduate and longtime therapist, Cindy Sherman, "lost her hard-fought battle with colon cancer on Dec. 27 in Red Bank." She was 69. Born and raised in Fair Haven, Cindy was a lifelong New Jersey resident who previously lived in Montclair and retired to Long Branch where the
- [In Memoriam: Longtime Rumsonite, George Hill, 95](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-longtime-rumsonite-george-hill-95/) - Former longtime Rumsonite, George Hill, passed away on Dec. 19, surrounded by loved ones in Red Bank. He was 95. George battled cancer from the age of 93. George was born in Jersey City on Oct. 30, 1929, the only child of George and Martha (Rommel) Hill. After graduating from high school, he earned a
- [In Memoriam: Rumson-Raised RFH '76 Grad, Julie Slocum Garguilo, 66](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-rumson-raised-rfh-76-grad-julie-slocum-garguilo-66/) - Rumson-raised Rumson-Fair Haven Regional High School (RFH) Class of '76 graduate, Julie Slocum Garguilo, more recently of Toms River, passed away unexpectedly on Nov. 27. She was 66. Julie is survived by: her husband, Ronald Garguilo, of Toms River; her son, Joseph, and daughter-in-law Stefanie; two grandchildren, Gianna and Michael Garguilo; and, her sister, Jo-Ann
- [Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge Holiday Week Travel Advisory](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/rumson-sea-bright-bridge-holiday-week-travel-advisory/) - It's a holiday week and Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge replacement construction activity is on a status quo schedule Monday and Tuesday from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. with no work scheduled for Wednesday, Christmas and Hanukkah, and back to the same 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. schedule resuming on Thursday and Friday. Roadway and Sidewalk travelers
- [In Memoriam: Fair Haven Native, CBA Class of '98 Grad, Charlie Perrine](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-fair-haven-native-cba-class-of-98-grad-charlie-perrine/) - Fair Haven native Charlie Perrine, more recently of Shrewsbury, passed away surrounded by his loving family, on Dec. 20, "after fighting a courageous battle with cancer." Born and raised in Fair Haven, Charlie was a resident of Shrewsbury Borough for the past four years. He graduated from Christian Brothers Academy with the Class of 1998
- [Retro 'Ho, No!' Santa Time](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-ho-no-santa-time/) - "Ho no you don't!" That's what little Fair Havenite Rafer Roberts was likely thinking after he was plopped on scary Santa's lap for a minute of terrifying quality time and pics in 1978. Santa's not looking so jolly, either. So, it's no wonder the kid had a "Get me outta here!" reaction. He felt the
- [Prosecutor: 18-Year-Old Found Guilty of 2022 Murder](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-18-year-old-found-guilty-of-2022-murder/) - An area teen and 20-year-old have been convicted and indicted, respectively, on charges in connection with a 2022 Asbury Park murder, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Friday. Joseph N. Argilagos, 18, of Asbury Park, was found guilty on one count of first-degree murder, one count of second-degree unlawful possession of a weapon,
- [Prosecutor: Former Middletown Cop Indicted on 22 Counts of Official Misconduct, Illegal Firearms and Drug Charges](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-former-middletown-cop-indicted-on-22-counts-of-official-misconduct-illegal-firearms-and-drug-charges/) - A former Middletown Police sergeant has been indicted on 22 counts of charges stemming from abuse of his authority as a law enforcement officer and the illegal possession of three types of narcotics, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Thursday. David Ringkamp, 43, previously of Union Beach, has been indicted on the charges
- [Remembering Fair Haven's Garry Allers: A Lifetime of Relative Kindness Passed On](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/remembering-fair-havens-garry-allers-a-lifetime-of-relative-kindness-passed-on/) - It's all relative. You've heard it before. "He was like family." Like. And sometimes people just say someone was family, no "like" involved. Family. That's usually because sometimes, DNA be damned, someone is no doubt family to someone, or many, in every way but the genetics. And sometimes, that's just because a person's actions in
- [Retro Scary Santa IV](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-scary-santa/) - Here we go again ... revisiting one of those unforgettable trips to Santa that may be all too familiar ... Yes, it's time again for a little remembrance of the time-honored holiday tradition of the not-always-so-smooth Santa visit at the Fair Haven Firehouse, among other festive places. Remember being readied for that jolly trauma trip
- [Scene Around: For the Love & Art of Cooper Ley](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/scene-around-for-the-love-art-of-cooper-ley/) - It has been said that to honor someone best who has passed is to craft a remembrance of them as they lived — in all their color, vibrance and black-and-white finite detail. A sketch, a painting, a doodle expressing the intricate beauty within a soul. And there's no better way to remember an artist than
- [Police Report: $1,400 Theft, Aggravated Assault, Graffiti, Catalytic Converter Thefts, Weapons Possession, Bike Thefts](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/police-report-1400-theft-aggravated-assault-graffiti-catalytic-converter-thefts-weapons-possession-bike-thefts/) - The following November criminal incidents and arrests were reported by Red Bank police. An arrest does not constitute a conviction. Criminal Incidents • The theft of the contents of an Amazon package, valued at $20, from the area of River Street was reported on Nov. 26. Patrolman Christopher Fuentes took the report. • An incident
- [Fair Haven Officials' FYI on Drone Sighting Facts](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/fair-haven-officials-fyi-on-drone-sighting-facts/) - As bonafide answers from federal authorities about the origin of hovering drones in New Jersey continue to baffle and elude the residents who have been barraged by sightings, claims and speculation, Fair Haven officials are clearing up some facts and offering the correct reporting methods. While the answers people want are still not there, some
- [In Memoriam: Red Bank Resident Patricia Ann Rainville](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-red-bank-resident-patricia-ann-rainville/) - Red Bank resident Patricia Ann Rainville, devoted mother and cherished Nana to her 11 grandchildren, passed away peacefully on Dec. 12, "leaving a legacy of love and kindness." She is survived by: her daughters, Dawn Arnone and her husband, Paul, Lisa Sciandra and her husband, Paul, and Denise Rainville; her sons, Raymond Rainville Jr. and
- [In Memoriam: Former Longtime Little Silver Resident, Carol Wade](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-former-longtime-little-silver-resident-carol-wade/) - Former longtime Little Silver resident Carol Wade passed away peacefully on Dec.10 at Brandywine Assisted Living in Shrewsbury, where she has lived for nearly five years. She and her husband Art, purchased a new home in Crest Village in Little Silver 1951 as one of the original homeowners of the neighborhood. Carol was born in
- [In Memoriam: RFH '96 Grad, Jimmy Nick IV, 47](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-rfh-96-grad-jimmy-nick-iv-47/) - A man of many words, with a passion for many things, but most of all, the nicest guy you ever had the pleasure to know. ~ family of Jimmy Nick IV Rumson-Fair Haven Regional High School (RFH) Class of 1996 graduate, James F. Nick IV, passed away peacefully in his sleep on Dec. 9, from an
- [Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge & Channel Travel Advisory](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/rumson-sea-bright-bridge-channel-travel-advisory/) - Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge replacement work continues on the status quo 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. schedule, weather permitting, with updates on channel navigation. County officials advise: Waterway travelers to maintain an awareness that ... The eastern half of the navigational channel is available for marine travel. The horizontal clearance for the eastern side has been
- [In Memoriam: Rumsonite and Former Rumson Country Day Board Chair, Ron Shiftan, 80](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-rumsonite-and-former-rumson-country-day-board-chair-ron-shiftan-80/) - Rumsonite and former Rumson Country Day School Board Chairman Ronald "Ron" Henri Shiftan, known as "a distinguished financier, visionary leader, and beloved husband, father, and grandfather," passed away on Friday, Dec. 13, surrounded by his family. He was 80. Ron was born on July 30, 1944 to Ernest and Carolla Shiftan at the French Hospital
- [Prosecutor: Accident Leaves One Pedestrian Dead, One Injured; Investigation Active](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-accident-leaves-one-pedestrian-dead-one-injured-investigation-active/) - The cause of one pedestrian being struck and killed and another injured by a motor vehicle in Neptune on Tuesday is under investigation, Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Wednesday. On Tuesday, Dec. 10, at 7:36 p.m., Neptune police responded to the area of State Highway 66 for a report of a vehicle-versus-pedestrian collision. A
- [Retro RFH Leaders of the Cheer for Champ Dawgs](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rfh-leaders-of-the-cheer-for-champ-dawgs/) - Still zany after all these years. It holds true here. When generations of RFHers collide like parallel universes on a path of together forever fate, 47 years later seems like yesterday. Yes, it was 47 years ago in 1977 that this pompom-peddling gaggle of guy cheerleaders gave their first RFH cheer with gusto — albeit
- [Prosecutor: One Dead, Two Injured in Three Car Collision Under Investigation](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-one-dead-two-injured-in-three-car-collision-under-investigation/) - The cause of a three-car collision that resulted in the death of one driver and multiple injuries in the other two is being investigated, Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Wednesday. The accident details ... On Monday, Dec. 9, at 10:27 p.m., Freehold police responded to Jackson Mills Road in the vicinity of Geisler Road
- [Scene Around: RFH Dawg Cheerleaders Still Cheering](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/scene-around-rfh-dawg-cheerleaders-still-cheering/) - It was something to cheer about. The RFH Bulldogs won the state football championship recently. Yet, there wasn't pompom in sight for this Bulldogs cheerleaders' pic. Not this time, anyway. Still, it's a real touchdown when four RFH friends, and cheerleaders of a special kind, reunite to support not only their alma mater in that
- [Prosecutor: Pedestrian Killed in Motor Vehicle Accident; Investigation Ensues](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-pedestrian-killed-in-motor-vehicle-accident-investigation-ensues/) - The cause of a pedestrian being struck and killed by a motor vehicle on Sunday is currently under investigation, Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Tuesday. In Hazlet on Sunday, Dec. 8, at 7:49 p.m., Hazlet police responded to the intersection of Route 36 and Union Avenue on a report of a vehicle-versus-pedestrian collision. A
- [Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge Travel Advisory](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/rumson-sea-bright-bridge-travel-advisory-23/) - Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge replacement activity for this week remains status quo, Monmouth County officials reminded. Work is scheduled through Friday from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., weather permitting. County officials advise: Waterway travelers to maintain an awareness that ... The channel under the bridge is open at half width, or 37.5 feet, until further notice.
- [Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge Travel Advisory Reminder](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/rumson-sea-bright-bridge-travel-advisory-reminder/) - Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge replacement activity for this week, Monmouth County officials reminded, is scheduled for Monday through Friday, Dec. 6, from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., weather permitting. County officials advise: Waterway travelers to maintain an awareness that ... The channel under the bridge is open at half width, or 37.5 feet, until further notice.
- [County Sheriff's Office: Drone Situation Monitored; FBI Tip Lines Opened](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/county-sheriffs-office-drone-situation-monitored-fbi-tip-lines-opened/) - With the onslaught of drone sightings throughout the state, including an apparent heavy concentration in Monmouth County, the Monmouth County Sheriff's Office has released a statement with an FBI tip phone line and online reporting system calling for interagency cooperation. No known intent or origin of the oversized drones stated, Monmouth County Sheriff Shaun Golden
- [In Memoriam: Red Bank Resident, Longtime Chapel Beach Club Member, Peg Smith, 82](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-red-bank-resident-longtime-chapel-beach-club-member-peg-smith-82/) - Red Bank resident, Margaret Mary "Peg" Smith, passed away peacefully on Nov. 30, surrounded by her loving family. She was 82. Peg was predeceased by: her parents; her former husband, John “Dick” Smith; her son, Sean R. Smith; her grandson, Connor Smith; her brothers, Peter and Kevin Maughan; and her brothers-in-law, Paul Suda and Bob Smith
- [Rumson Police Report: Underage Drinking Party Busted, Vehicle Part Stolen, Fire by Juveniles](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/rumson-police-report-underage-drinking-party-busted-vehicle-part-stolen-fire-by-juveniles/) - The following November criminal incidents were reported by Rumson police. An arrest does not constitute a conviction. A business owner on Ward Lane called police headquarters on Nov. 22 to report three male juveniles attempting to steal alcoholic beverages from the rear of his establishment. When the owner took the item back, they shoved him
- [Prosecutor: Red Bank Shooting Leaves One Injured; Authorities Investigating](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-red-bank-shooting-leaves-one-injured-authorities-investigating/) - Authorities are investigating the circumstances behind an overnight shooting in Red Bank that left one injured, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Saturday. At approximately 1:48 a.m., Red Bank police responded to St. Mary’s Place, off Shrewsbury Avenue, on a report of shots fired. Upon arrival, officers found three shell casings. A short
- [Prosecutor: Area Man Arrested, Charged with Criminal Sexual Contact in Lewdness Incident in Store](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-area-man-arrested-charged-with-criminal-sexual-contact-in-lewdness-incident-in-store/) - A local man has been arrested and charged with criminal sexual contact and related charges after allegedly following a stranger around a store last month, exposing himself, and touching her inappropriately, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago and Middletown Township Police Chief R. Craig Weber jointly announced on Friday. Perry J. Mangano, 21, of Hazlet,
- [Prosecutor: Drone Sightings Confirmed; No Known Threat Posed](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-drone-sightings-confirmed-no-known-threat-posed/) - Mirroring a broader trend, local law enforcement agencies have received multiple reports of drone sightings in municipalities across Monmouth County late this week, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago and Monmouth County Police Chiefs Association President/Spring Lake Heights Police Chief Edward Gunnell jointly confirmed on Friday. As of now, the drones are not known to
- [Prosecutor: Area Board of Ed Member and Crossing Guard Charged with Child Porn](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-area-board-of-ed-member-and-crossing-guard-charged-with-child-porn/) - An area Board of Education member and a crossing guard has been charged with the possession of child sexual abuse materials (CSAM), Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Friday. William L. Shaffer, 47, of Farmingdale, which is where he serves on the Board and as a crossing guard, has been charged with one
- [The R-FH Area Weekend: Santa Visits, Canterbury Christmas Sale](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/the-r-fh-area-weekend-santa-visits-canterbury-christmas-sale/) - The Christmas spirit is being awakened this weekend by lights, cameras and the sounds of sirens as Santa Claus comes to two towns via firetruck, townies get festive, trees are lit, holiday poses are struck, kid games are played and crafts are sold. Starting on Friday evening in Fair Haven ... From 5:30 to 7:30
- [In Memoriam: Longtime Rumsonite Frank Martino, 72](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-longtime-rumsonite-frank-martino-72/) - Longtime Rumson resident, beloved husband, father, brother, uncle, and friend, Frank Joseph Martino, passed away peacefully in his sleep at Riverview Medical Center on Dec.1. He was 72. Born to Benjamin and Gloria Martines on Oct. 3, 1952, Frank grew up in Sheepshead Bay, Brooklyn, surrounded by his large Italian family. After graduating from Sheepshead
- [In Memoriam: Lifetime Little Silver Resident, Don Chamberlain, 60](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-lifetime-little-silver-resident-don-chamberlain-60/) - Lifetime Little Silver resident, Donald "Don" Brian Chamberlain, passed away suddenly on Dec. 2. He was 60. Don leaves behind: his loving wife, Mary; children, Brian and Jack, sisters, Diann and Kelly; and more family, dear friends, and his clients, who he loved like family. A mass of christian burial will be celebrated at 11:30
- [Retro RFH Football Champ Touchdown](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rfh-football-times/) - It's still all about football at RFH and the winning streak for the Dawgs. On the heels of RFH's undefeated streak of 13-0 and latest state finals win (26-24 against Shabazz) that made them state champs, we take you back to a typical home game. The pics feature the RFH champ spirit that has endured decades
- [Prosecutor: Accident Leaves Pedestrian with Life-Threatening Injuries](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-accident-leaves-pedestrian-with-life-threatening-injuries/) - A pedestrian who was struck earlier in the week by a motor vehicle is being treated for life-threatening injuries, Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Thursday. The Howell incident is under investigation. On Tuesday, Dec. 3, at 5:17 p.m., Howell police responded to the area of Route 9 and Lanes Mill Road for a vehicle-versus-pedestrian
- [Reflection: Benched in Riverfront Sunset Solitude](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/reflection-benched-in-riverfront-sunset-solitude/) - Someone walked away from the bench. The sun hid behind the clouds. The river's tide went out. Yet, it never left. Never does. The stillness screams. It screams stark, brilliant gratitude. A lone person hears the scream, feels the solitude. The river's tide is gentle, embracing, as it washes away the solitary chill, warmth lapping
- [In Memoriam: Longtime Fair Havenite John Rowan, 81](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-longtime-fair-havenite-john-rowan-81/) - Longtime Fair Havenite John Rowan passed away peacefully on Dec. 2, surrounded by his loving family. He was 81. Born and raised in Atlantic Highlands, John graduated from Atlantic Highlands High School. A retired veteran, John served his country before dedicating more than 50 years to the family business he built and operated. John predeceased
- [Retro Fair Haven Stroll in a Winter Farmland](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-fair-haven-slice-of-farmland/) - #post_excerptA look back at what a winter's day stroll on a dirt road with the kids was like in Fair Haven in the 1950s. Remember when this was all ... farmland? Something like that. Know what's now standing where those Reed girls and reeds and weeds are in the pic?
- [Scene Around: Tree Time at the Firehouse](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/scene-around-tree-time-at-the-firehouse/) - Yes, it's that time of the year. Tree time. And there's no finer a time than the traditional Christmas tree sale at the Fair Haven Firehouse. It starts around Thanksgiving and ends when, well, the trees are cleared — sold out, that is — and given good homes a holiday dress-up. And all dressed up,
- [In Memoriam: Little Silver-Raised Elaine Annarella, of Middletown, 71](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-little-silver-raised-elaine-annarella-of-middletown-71/) - Little Silver-raised Elaine Carol Annarella, more recently of Middletown, passed away peacefully at home on Nov. 30. She was 71. Born in Red Bank and raised in Little Silver, she was the cherished daughter of the late Rocco James and Elizabeth (Bialon) Annarella. Elaine is survived by: her beloved children, Valerie Burke, of Jupiter, FL,
- [Rumson Police: No Early Morning Parking in Winter](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/rumson-police-no-early-morning-parking-in-winter/) - The Rumson Police Department issued a statement reminding the public that from December 1 through the end of March, 2024, parking any Rumson street is prohibited from 3 to 5 a.m. The winter parking restriction is covered under the borough's ordinance 7-3.4. If there is what police deem a valid need of a resident to
- [Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge Travel Advisory](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/rumson-sea-bright-bridge-travel-advisory-22/) - Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge replacement activity for the next two weeks, Monmouth County officials announced, is scheduled, weather permitting, as follows: This week ... Monday, Nov. 25 through Wednesday, Nov. 27 from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.. No work is scheduled for the remainder of the week, Thanksgiving or Friday. Monday, Dec. 2, through Friday, Dec.
- [In Memoriam: Red Bank Resident Keith Nowak, 80](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-red-bank-resident-keith-nowak-80/) - Red Bank resident Keith Dennis Nowak passed away peacefully on Monday, Nov. 25, his wife and two children by his side. He was 80. Keith is survived by: his beloved wife, Pauline; children, Keith and Jessica; grandchildren, Luppino, Charlotte, Federica and Dylan; and his son, Jeff. A memorial mass will be held on Tuesday, Dec.
- [Prosecutor: Fatal Thanksgiving Weekend Accidents Under Investigation](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-fatal-thanksgiving-weekend-accidents-under-investigation/) - Two fatal Saturday evening accidents, in Howell and West Long Branch, that left a pedestrian and a bicyclist dead, are now under investigation, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Sunday. In Howell ... Just before 7:45 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 30, Howell police responded to the area of Route 9 and Strickland Road
- [In Memoriam: Red Bank Native, Dom's Deli Owner, Garrett Melicia, 64](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-red-bank-native-doms-deli-owner-garrett-melicia-64/) - Red Bank-born Garrett D. Melicia, more recently of North Port, FL, passed away on Wednesday, Nov. 13, 11 months after suffering a heart attack. He was 64. Garrett and his twin sister, Lauren, were born to Dominick D. and Joan I. Brownridge Melicia, on Oct. 29, 1960, in Red Bank. He was a graduate of
- [Pre-Thanksgiving DWI Checkpoint Set](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/pre-thanksgiving-dwi-checkpoint-set/) - Historically, the night before Thanksgiving has always been known as the biggest partying night out of the year. It has also been fraught with a marked increase in DWI-related incidents. So, the Monmouth County DWI Task Force is conducting a DWI checkpoint on that night. This year, the checkpoint is set for Wednesday night in
- [In Memoriam: Longtime Rumsonite, Peter 'Pop' Henderson, 90](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-longtime-rumsonite-peter-pop-henderson-90/) - Longtime Rumsonite Peter “Pop” Henderson, also of Palm Beach, FL, passed away peacefully on Nov. 24 following a severe stroke. He was 90. Born and raised in South Orange, Pop was the youngest of seven children. He attended Seton Hall University, "where he liked to tell his kids he was the last one cut from the
- [Prosecutor: 2021 Sex Assault Attacker Still at Large; Investigation Active, Witnesses Sought](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-2021-sex-assault-attacker-still-at-large-investigation-active-witnesses-sought/) - This month marks three years since a jogger was attacked and sexually assaulted by a stranger in a local park. The crime remains unsolved and the investigation is still active, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced, as a reminder to the public, on Tuesday. The case background ... The assault took place shortly after
- [Focus: On Stage with RFH Tower Players in 'Nutcracker'](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/focus-on-stage-with-rfh-tower-players-in-nutcracker/) - It was curtain up on Friday and final bow on Sunday for Nutcracker ... the Musical at Rumson-Fair Haven Regional High School (RFH). By all accounts, the Tower Players' fall production was a success. Here's a glimpse of some moments on stage with the cast, courtesy of RFH PAS ... (Click on one photo in
- [Prosecutor: Two Men Indicted on Murder Charges Stemming from 2022 Shooting](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-two-men-indicted-on-murder-charges-stemming-from-2022-shooting/) - Two men have been indicted on murder and weapons charges in connection with a 2022 fatal shooting, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Monday. Kedrick Chatmon, 37, of Keansburg, and Lamare R. Walker, 45, of Barnegat, were both indicted on one count each of first-degree murder and first-degree conspiracy to commit murder in
- [Retro RFH Football Champs' Cheer Lift](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rfh-football-cheer-lift/) - Yes, they got carried away. And why not? There was and is always something to get carried away over at RFH. This time it's all about those RFH Bulldogs and cheer for a winning football season! With a now 12-0 record and a final semi-finals win against Point Friday night, the Dawgs are headed to
- [In Memoriam: Longtime Rumsonite, RFH Grad, J.J. Ryan III](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-longtime-rumsonite-rfh-grad-j-j-ryan-iii/) - John Joseph "J.J." Ryan III passed away peacefully in Circle of Life Bentonville, after a long battle with Alzheimer’s. The son of John J. Ryan and Dolores Moynahan Ryan, John grew up in Rumson, where he attended Holy Cross School, Forrestdale Elementary and Rumson Fair-Haven Regional High School (RFH). He graduated from Franklin Pierce University
- [Scene Around: A Gem of a Happy Hour for a Former Rumson Mayor](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/scene-around-a-gem-of-a-happy-hour-for-a-former-rumson-mayor/) - No joke. A former longtime Rumson mayor walks into an oyster bar ... Get the idea? No? OK, we'll get to the punchline. It's not every day that a retired forever Rumsonite and mayor hits a Florida happy hour with a 99-cent oyster special and ends up two pricey pearls on his discount plate. It's
- [Retro RFH Tower Players' Fall Play Time](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/play-rfhs-past-shows/) - As Rumson-Fair Haven Regional High School (RFH) actors readied for their production of Neil Simon's Plaza Suite in 1977, more of the same is happening at the high school right now. The Tower Players are gearing up for their production of Nutcracker ... the Musical. There's always been a fall and spring production at the
- [In Memoriam: Little Silver-Raised Red Bank High School '56 Grad, Ed Apy, 88](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-little-silver-raised-red-bank-high-school-56-grad-ed-apy-88/) - Little Silver-raised Edward "Ed" C. Apy, more recently of Tinton Falls, passed away on Nov. 18. He was 88. Ed was born in Long Branch to the late Chester and Grace (Wiseburn) Apy. He attended Little Silver schools, The Peddie School, and was a graduate of the Red Bank High School Class of 1956. He
- [Scene Around: RFH Tower Players' Dressed  & Set for 'Nutcracker'](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/scene-around-rfh-tower-players-dressed-set-for-nutcracker/) - It's a dressed, set and go for the Rumson-Fair Haven Regional High School (RFH) Tower Players' production of Nutcracker ... the Musical this weekend. Yes, it's dress and tech rehearsal week for the show; and, as with all Tower Players shows, or any show for that matter, it's "get real" time. That's the time that
- [Police Report: $2.2K Theft, Aggravated Assault, Weapons Possession, Terroristic Threats, Drug Possession, Fugitive from Justice, DWI, Disorderly, Criminal Mischief](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/police-report-2-2k-theft-aggravated-assault-weapons-possession-terroristic-threats-drug-possession-fugitive-from-justice-dwi-disorderly-criminal-mischief/) - The following October criminal incidents and arrests were reported by Red Bank police. An arrest does not constitute a conviction. Criminal Incidents • The theft of a package, with contents valued at $700, from the area of Broad Street was reported on Oct. 29. Patrolman Darren McConnell took the report. • The theft of a
- [In Memoriam: Red Bank-Raised Longtime Rumsonite Ted Leddy, 87](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-red-bank-raised-longtime-rumsonite-ted-leddy-87/) - Red Bank-raised longtime Rumsonite Ted Leddy passed away. He was 87. Born on May 10, 1937 to the late Edward and Dorothy (Cooper), Ted was . raised in Red Bank and "took great pride in his father’s business, Leddy’s Market." He attended Red Bank Catholic, where he cherished playing on the 1955 undefeated state champion
- [Retro RFH Football Winning Cheer](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rfh-football-cheer/)
- [In Memoriam: Red Bank-Raised RBC Grad, Karen Bruno, 57](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-red-bank-raised-rbc-grad-karen-bruno-57/) - Red Bank-raised Red Bank Catholic High School (RBC) graduate, Karen Bruno, passed away, after a long illness, in hospice in Naples, FL, on Nov. 16, surrounded by her loving family. She was 57. She was born on the Fourth of July, 1967, in Red Bank N.J. to Barbara Beam Bruno and the late Dr. Anthony
- [Prosecutor: Local Youth Soccer Coach Pleads Guilty to Sex Crimes Against Student-Athletes](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-local-youth-soccer-coach-pleads-guilty-to-sex-crimes-against-student-athletes/) - A local youth soccer coach has pleaded guilty to a variety of sexual crimes against student-athletes formerly under his supervision and could face 12 years in prison, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Monday. In a hearing held late last week before Monmouth County Superior Court Judge Christie Bevacqua, 33-year-old Ryan Gunsauls, of
- [Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge Channel, Roadway Travel Alert](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/rumson-sea-bright-bridge-channel-roadway-travel-alert/) - Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge construction remains status quo with the same work hours, from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., weather permitting, through Friday, Nov. 22, with updates in channel opening widths. Monmouth County officials advise ... Waterway travelers should be aware that: The channel under the bridge is open at full width, or 75 feet, until
- [Prosecutor: 38-Year-Old Area Man Gets Life in Prison for 2022 Murder](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-38-year-old-area-man-gets-life-in-prison-for-2022-murder/) - A 38-year-old area man has been sentenced to life in prison, plus 46 years, in connection with the 2022 murder of a Lakewood man, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Friday. On Friday, Aug. 16, the man, Jaszhark A. Rogers, was convicted at trial on charges of first-degree murder, first-degree felony murder, first-degree
- [Retro RFH Bleacher Chillin' Daze](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rfh-football-hanging-out-in-the-bleachers/) - 'Tis the season for an appropriate reprise ... Yes, it's been a stellar RFH football season. And while the games aren't always home, those bleachers at Borden Stadium have always been and are still quite sacred — for cheering on the teams and just plain hangin' out, game or not. In the spirit of all
- [Police Report: DUI, Contempt](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/police-report-dui-contempt/) - The following October arrests were reported by Sea Bright police. An arrest does not constitute a conviction. • John P. Theobald, 58, of Atlantic Highlands, was arrested on Oct. 19 and charged with driving under the influence of alcohol or drugs (DUI), reckless driving and a marked lanes violation by Special Officer II Monoiqu Lopez.
- [RFH Tower Players Set Stage for 'Nutcracker'](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/rfh-tower-players-set-stage-for-nutcracker/) - The curtain is going up soon on the Rumson-Fair Haven Regional High School (RFH) Tower Players' fall production of Nutcracker ... the Musical. The show, set to run from Nov. 22 to 24 at the high school, is a classic holiday time production featuring Tchaikovsky’s iconic music. It is reimagined by Debbie Meyer and inspired
- [Focus: A Fair Haven Veterans Day](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/focus-a-fair-haven-veterans-day/) - It was 11 a.m. on the 11th day of the 11th month. It was Veterans Day in Fair Haven on Monday. And the ceremony at Memorial Park was the continuation of a longtime tradition. Veterans, community members, officials, volunteers and the schools' children gathered and honored those who have served their country. The featured speaker
- [Prosecutor: Police Chief Facing Computer Theft and Shoplifting Conspiracy Charges](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-police-chief-facing-computer-theft-and-shoplifting-conspiracy-charges/) - A police chief from a Monmouth County department is facing computer theft and shoplifting conspiracy charges stemming from an investigation into his alleged illegitimate use of a law enforcement database , Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Tuesday. Englishtown Police Chief Peter S. Cooke, 58, has been charged with third-degree computer theft
- [In Memoriam: Former Longtime Fair Havenite, RFH Grad, Ellie Mitchell, 85](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-former-longtime-fair-havenite-rfh-grad-ellie-mitchell-85/) - Former longtime Fair Havenite and Rumson-Fair Haven Regional High School (RFH) graduate, Eleanor "Ellie" Marie Mitchell, whose family owned the iconic Willowbrook Inn, now Raven and the Peach, passed away Nov. 7. She was 85. Ellie was born in Newark to William and Emily Spreen. She grew up on Rector Street with her brother Billie
- [Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge Construction Travel Alerts](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/rumson-sea-bright-bridge-construction-travel-alerts/) - Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge replacement activity is scheduled from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., weather permitting, through Friday, with bridge opening and channel alerts. Monmouth County officials advise ... Waterway travelers should be aware that ... The channel under the bridge is currently open at half width, or 37.5 feet. The western half of the channel
- [In Memoriam: Red Bank-Raised 47-Year Prown's Employee, Former Longtime Little Silver Resident, Steven Ruzicka, 90](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-red-bank-raised-47-year-prowns-employee-former-longtime-little-silver-resident-steven-ruzicka-90/) - Red Bank-raised 47-year Prown's employee and former longtime Little Silver resident, Steven Wilhelm Ruzicka, more recently of Middletown, passed away peacefully on Nov. 5. He was 90. He is predeceased by: his wife, Barbara; his parents, Stephen R. Ruzicka (’77) and Emma M. Schwanemann-Ruzicka (’88); and his sister, Emily Easton (’09). Steven is survived by:
- [Retro RFH Tower Player Techies](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rfh-tower-players-techies/) - The stage is getting set for the RFH Tower Players' fall production of Nutcracker; and, there's a need for some techie help in set construction. Yes, it's a tough job, and those who have to do it love to do it. The need is just greater than past years for some tech crew help. So,
- [Unofficial Election Results: Koch, Cole Hold GOP Majority on Fair Haven Borough Council](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/unofficial-election-results-koch-cole-hold-gop-majority-on-fair-haven-borough-council/) - The unofficial votes are in. With all six districts reporting in Fair Haven and 7,203 votes cast in relatively close race, the Republican incumbent Borough Council candidates Betsy Koch and Tracy Cole won their bid for reelection, keeping the GOP majority on the governing body, according to the vote counts from the Monmouth County Board
- [Prosecutor: Area Man Gets Extended 10-Year Prison Sentence for Witness Tampering/Harassment in Domestic Violence Case](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-area-man-gets-extended-10-year-prison-sentence-for-witness-tampering-assault-stalking-in-domestic-violence-case/) - An area man has been sentenced to an extended term of 10 years in prison in connection with the assault and continued harassment of a female victim after violating a restraining order against him, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Tuesday. Brett Roach Sr., 50, of Long Branch, was initially convicted in August
- [In Memoriam: Former Little Silver Resident, Longtime Tower Hill Church and Ship Ahoy Beach Club Member, Don Warren, 89](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-former-little-silver-resident-longtime-tower-hill-church-and-ship-ahoy-beach-club-member-don-warren-89/) - “In all my life, I never heard him utter an unkind word.” This is what people say when they learn that former little Silver resident, Donald Louis Warren, went to his heavenly home on Oct. 28. He was 89. Don was born on Jan. 2, 1935 to Louis and Catherine Warren. After graduating from Glen
- [Rumson and Fair Haven Elections 2023: What You Need to Know](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/rumson-and-fair-haven-elections-2023-what-you-need-to-know/) - As people go to the polls to vote in Rumson and Fair Haven today, there are some facts about the boroughs' governing bodies and their function and history that may have eluded many. So, the notion in mind that an informed voter is a better voter, here are some facts that may enlighten and inspire
- [Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge Channel & Roadway Travel Advisory](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/rumson-sea-bright-bridge-channel-roadway-travel-advisory/) - Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge replacement activity is on its usual schedule this week, from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., weather permitting, with no work on the bridge on Tuesday, Election Day, Monmouth County officials announced. The following reminders and new alerts are in place ... Waterway Information The channel under the bridge is currently open at
- [Prosecutor: Four Charged in Connection with July Red Bank Shooting, Murder](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-four-charged-in-connection-with-july-red-bank-shooting-murder/) - Two men and two women have been charged in connection with a July Red Bank shooting that left one dead and another injured, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Friday. Lahmeir C. Hill, 31, of Pemberton Borough (Burlington County) and Sadiq Palmer, 25, of Freehold Borough, were each charged with: one count of
- [Happy Retro RFH Halloween!](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/happy-retro-rfh-halloween/) - Our annual Halloween reprise! Halloween is here. So, the Retro Pic of the (George) Day is, well, several pics in a slideshow of none other than those fabulously fun RFH students of the Class of '78! So, here's to the retro spirit of haunting from a classic RFH gaggle of ghouls! Can you guess which
- [Focus: Brake-Slamming Halloween Haunts](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/focus-brake-slamming-halloween-haunts/) - Halloween haunts have long been the ultimate treat for Rumson-Fair Haven area folks. The front yard and whole house displays have evolved, expanded and gotten more spooky, kooky and just plain "ooky," as the classic Addams Family theme goes. And, like the classic credo of the vintage Halloween television family, something else is as retro
- [In Memoriam: Longtime Sea Bright Lover, 60-Year Ship Ahoy Beach Club Member, Gloria Doughty, 93](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-longtime-sea-bright-lover-60-year-ship-ahoy-beach-club-member-gloria-doughty-93/) - Longtime Sea Bright lover and 60-year Ship Ahoy Beach Club member, Gloria Doughty, who raised her family in Middletown, passed away peacefully, after a very brief illness, at Christiana Hospital, DE, on Oct. 26. She was 93. Gloria was born and raised in Rahway. She graduated from Rahway High School and worked as an executive
- [Prosecutor: Man Imprisoned for Violent Assault Gets Three More Years for Stalking Stemming from Home Invasion](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-man-imprisoned-for-violent-assault-gets-three-more-years-for-stalking-stemming-from-home-invasion/) - An already imprisoned man is now facing three more years in prison in connection with a 2017 home invasion and stalking incidents in Holmdel, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Wednesday. Thomas F. Manzo, 59, appearing during a hearing held Wednesday Oct. 23, before Monmouth County Superior Court Judge Joseph W. Oxley, pleaded
- [Retro RFH Preppie Hippie Halloweening](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rfh-preppy-hippies-cars/) - #post_excerptA look back at Halloweening, costumes and cars at RFH in the late 1970s. What is a dead giveaway that these hippies are a tad preppie? Know who these spooky season hipsters? Can you name those cars? Whose are they? Most popular make of '78?
- [Focus: Halloween Haunts of the R-FH Area](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/focus-halloween-haunts-of-the-r-fh-area/) - Front lawn hauntings of the Halloween kind have long been a decorating tradition in the Rumson-Fair Haven area. The front yard displays seem to have gotten more grand and imaginative by the year. In fact, there's one in Rumson these Halloweens that is a downright brake slammer. But, don't try that at home. Just drive
- [In Memoriam: Red Bank-Raised RBC 2014 Grad, Connor Smith, 29](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-red-bank-raised-rbc-2014-grad-connor-smith-29/) - Red Bank-raised Red Bank Catholic High School (RBC) graduate, Connor Richard Smith, more recently of St. Paul, MI, passed away peacefully from injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident on Oct. 18, surrounded by his loving family and closest friends. He was 29. Connor was born on Oct. 18, 1995 in Red Bank to Sean and Elaine
- [Retro RFH Witchy Women's Halloween Ride](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rfh-witchy-women/) - A most necessary reprise ... They were headed every witch way on this Halloween in the late 1970s. That would be Sue Brower and Bonnie Werner of the RFH Class of '78. So the double-dose Retro Pic(s) of the (George) Day feature them at their Halloween best. These two best buds got themselves all dressed up with
- [Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge Channel Closure and Roadway Advisory](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/rumson-sea-bright-bridge-channel-closure-and-roadway-advisory/) - Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge replacement activity remains on the usual work of 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., weather permitting, this week, with Shrewsbury River channel closure alerts in effect, Monmouth County officials announced. Advisories and new alerts through Friday ... Waterway/Channel Information As of 7 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 25, the channel under the bridge was
- [DWI Checkpoint Set for the Weekend](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/dwi-checkpoint-set-for-the-weekend/) - It's pre-Halloween weekend and there will be one DWI checkpoint in Monmouth County, the Monmouth County DWI Task Force announced. The DWI Checkpoint Details On Saturday, in Wall Township ... Starting at 9 p.m. and running through 1 a.m. on Sunday, all vehicles headed west on Route 138 will be diverted onto Maxwell Road. There,
- [Prosecutor: Area 28-Year-Old Man Charged in Fatal Crash that Killed Bicyclist](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-area-28-year-old-man-charged-in-fatal-crash-that-killed-bicyclist/) - An area man has been charged in connection with a collision in Holmdel that left a bicyclist dead this past August, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Thursday. John Baradekji, 28, of Manalapan, has been charged with one count of third-degree operating a motor vehicle with a suspended license while being Involved in
- [Prosecutor: Area Man Arrested, Charged with Armed Bank Robbery](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-area-man-arrested-charged-with-armed-bank-robbery/) - An area man has been arrested and charged with the armed robbery of a Bank of America branch, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Thursday. Jeffrey L. Kniffin, 50, of Wall, has been charged with one count of first-degree armed robbery, one count of possession of a weapon for an unlawful purpose and
- [Prosecutor: Cop Indicted on Charges He Made Sexual Advances to, Stalked Two Teen Girls](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-cop-indicted-on-charges-he-made-sexual-advances-to-stalked-two-teen-girls/) - A suspended policeman has been indicted on charges that he engaged in a pattern of illegal, sexually inappropriate behavior, including stalking, with two teenage girls, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Thursday. Kevin Ruditsky, 47, the currently suspended Manalapan patrolman, was served a 19-count indictment on the charges of: second-degree engaging in
- [Scene Around: Knollwood Students' STEAM Tank Winning Fentanyl Fight](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/scene-around-knollwood-students-steam-tank-winning-fentanyl-fight/) - They're fighting the Fentanyl fight and winning — in one small way. Sixth graders from Knollwood School in Fair Haven recently competed in what is known as the statewide education system's STEAM Tank Challenge, of the NJ School Boards Association, as the team dubbed The Fentanyl Fighters and won third place out of 600 competing.
- [In Memoriam: Former Longtime Little Silver Resident, Billy Ryan, 77](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-former-longtime-little-silver-resident-billy-ryan-77/) - Former longtime Little Silver resident, William "Billy" Ryan, more recently of Red Bank, passed away on Oct. 19 at Jersey Shore University Medical Center, surrounded by his family. He was 77. Born in Newark to William E. and Lorraine (nee Porter) Ryan Jr., Billy grew up in Chatham. After winning a state championship in soccer in
- [Police Report: Aggravated Assault, Robbery, Weapons Possession, Harassment, Terroristic Threats, Drug Manufacturing & Possession, Theft, Penetrating Bullet Possession](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/police-report-aggravated-assault-robbery-weapons-possession-harassment-terroristic-threats-drug-manufacturing-possession-theft-penetrating-bullet-possession/) - The following September criminal incidents and arrests were reported by Red Bank police. An arrest does not constitute a conviction. Criminal Incidents • An incident of criminal mischief in the area of Tilton Avenue was reported on Sept. 26. The victim reported a vehicle was keyed and both passenger side tires were slashed. Patrolman Froilan Hernandez
- [Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge Channel and Roadway Travel Alert](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/rumson-sea-bright-bridge-channel-and-roadway-travel-alert/) - The Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge replacement construction activity schedule remains status quo this week with continuing from 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., weather permitting, through Friday, Oct. 25, and a full channel closure in place, Monmouth County officials announced. Waterway travelers are reminded that ... The channel is scheduled for FULL CLOSURE as of 6 a.m.
- [Retro RFH Homecoming Dancing & Courting](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rfh-homecoming-dancing-courting/) - Homecoming at RFH scored big with a week's long celebration culminating in a win for the Bulldogs on Friday night. Yes, there was a lot of celebrating, but there was no dancing. Well, there was no official RFH dance hosting alumni coming home and seniors on the night before Thanksgiving like decades ago. And the
- [Prosecutor: Area Woman Charged in Fatal Pedestrian Accident](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-area-woman-charged-in-fatal-pedestrian-accident/) - An area woman has been charged in connection with leaving the scene of an accident last month that left a pedestrian dead, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Friday. Sonia Gomez, 64, of Matawan, was charged with one count of second-degree leaving the scene of a fatal crash. The case background ... On
- [An RFH Homecoming and Tower Clock Fundraiser](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/an-rfh-homecoming-and-tower-clock-fundraiser/) - It's that time. Time for Rumson-Fair Haven Regional High School's homecoming game and festivities. It's also prime time for raising funds to turn back time to the days when the signature RFH Tower clock worked. Time for a touchdown of a homecoming! Go Bulldogs! In Memoriam: Longtime Riverview Employee, Dolores Galatro, 79 Retro Rumson Dock
- [Prosecutor: Area Couple Charged with $750K Fraud Theft; Failure to Pay Taxes on $4.5 Million in Income](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-area-couple-charged-with-750k-fraud-theft-failure-to-pay-taxes-on-4-5-million-in-income/) - An area couple has been charged with conspiring to steal more than $750,000 by failing to report taxable income that amounted to nearly $4.5 million over the course of about five years, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Thursday. Eli and Lauren Levy, both 43-year-old residents of Manalapan, are each charged with
- [In Memoriam: Former Longtime Fair Havenite, 65-Year FHFD Auxiliary Member, Bobbie Malinconico, 91](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-former-longtime-fair-havenite-65-year-fhfd-auxiliary-member-bobbie-malinconico-91/) - Our thoughts are with her family and friends. We are so grateful for her many years of service. Some Fair Havenites may also recall Barbara as a crossing guard at Hance/River and Fair Haven roads in the 1960s and 70s. ~ FHFD The woman who was the oldest living member of what was the Fair
- [Prosecutor: Area Attorney Pleads Guilty to $1.2 Million Theft from 60 Clients](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/prosecutor-area-attorney-pleads-guilty-to-1-2-million-theft-from-60-clients/) - An area real-estate attorney who stole nearly $1.18 million from 60 clients has pleaded guilty to the theft, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced Wednesday. During a hearing held on before Monmouth County Superior Court Judge Christie Bevacqua, 49-year-old Steven H. Salami of Hazlet pleaded guilty to the theft's official charge of second-degree financial
- [In Memoriam: Little Silver Resident Lou Hughes Jr., 86](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-little-silver-resident-lou-hughes-jr-86/) - "Lou's legacy will continue through the lives of his family and friends who loved him dearly." ~ family of Lou Hughes Jr. Little Silver resident Louis Bernard Hughes Jr., passed away peacefully on Oct. 14. He was 86. Born on August 29, 1938 to Louis and Sara Hughes in Elmira, NY, Lou was a devoted
- [Retro RFH Soccer Kicks](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rfh-soccer-season-kicks-in/) - Yes, it's soccer season at RFH. The calendar is flush with practice and games. So, the Retro Pic of the (George) Day gives a glimpse back to the soccer field and RFH players of the 1970s. The guy giving the soccer ball that swift kick is ... can't quite figure out. So, we've added a
- [Arresting News: Assault, DWI, Theft](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/arresting-news-assault-dwi-theft/) - The following recent arrests were reported by Red Bank police. An arrest does not constitute a conviction. • Michael Granados-Campos, 28, of Red Bank, was arrested on May 14 in the area of Spring Street and charged with simple assault and contempt of court (COC) by Patrolman Benjamin Springer. • Two male juveniles, 13 and
- [Police Report: Theft, Burglary, Assault, DWI, Marijuana](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/police-report-theft-burglary-assault-dwi-marijuana/) - The following recent arrests were reported by Red Bank police. An arrest does not constitute a conviction. Arrests • Kevin Kelly, 60, of Eatontown, was arrested on March 30 in the area of Riverview Plaza and charged with theft by Chief Darren McConnell. • Trevor Riley, 20, of Tinton Falls, was arrested on March 29 in the
- [Scene Around: Fire Safety Lessons Taught in Fair Haven](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/scene-around-fire-safety-lessons-taught-in-fair-haven/) - Stop, drop and roll with the lesson! That's what Fair Haven Fire Department volunteers are teaching kids these days about fire safety. October is Fire Safety Month, and firefighters are kindling safety measures into the minds of Fair Haven's kids with visits and some interactive teachings about just how fires are extinguished and staying safe
- [In Memoriam: Former Longtime Red Bank Resident, RBR '70 Grad, Paul McLean, 72](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/in-memoriam-former-longtime-red-bank-resident-rbr-70-grad-paul-mclean-72/) - Former longtime Red Bank resident, Paul McLean, more recently of Oceanport, passed away peacefully on Oct. 2 at Complete Care in Shrewsbury. He was 72. Born in Long Branch to Harry and Leah Coudrier McLean, Paul lived most of his life in Red Bank before settling in Oceanport in 2010. Paul is predeceased by: his
- [Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge Channel and Roadway Travel Advisory](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/rumson-sea-bright-bridge-channel-and-roadway-travel-advisory/) - Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge replacement activity remains status quo this week, with work scheduled from the usual 7 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., weather permitting, through Friday, noting channel closure changes for boaters traveling the Shrewsbury River, according to Monmouth County Officials. Waterway travelers are reminded that ... The navigational channel under the bridge opened at full
- [Retro RFH '50s Twirling Game On!](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/retro-rfh-50s-twirling-triumph/) - It's a touchdown of a different kind ... The RFH Football season is being tackled with success. And, what's a game without a few field shows like the marching band, cheerleaders and, say, twirling? Yes twirling — in the RFH Color Guard. Twirling was a major cheer-type activity designed to support the team. As the

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- [RFH Powder Puff Football](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/rfh-powder-puff-football/)
- [missing man](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/missing-man/)
- [Val's Tavern](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/vals-tavern/)
- [Kevin Feehan](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/kevin-feehan/)
- [Rumson St. Patrick's Day Parade](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/rumson-st-patricks-day-parade/)
- [RFH Swim Team](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/rfh-swim-team/)
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- [robbery](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/robbery/)
- [Kevin Feehan and Friends](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/kevin-feehan-and-friends/)
- [snow blanket](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/snow-blanket/)
- [marijuana](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/marijuana/)
- [hindering apprehension](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/hindering-apprehension/)
- [Knollwood School Spelling Bee](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/knollwood-school-spelling-bee/)
- [Addie Cope](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/addie-cope/)
- [Peninsula House](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/peninsula-house/)
- [Mr. George Giffin](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/mr-george-giffin/)
- [Young Frankenstein](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/young-frankenstein/)
- [Mel Brooks](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/mel-brooks/)
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- [Anthony Mazzucca](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/anthony-mazzucca/)
- [Basil Henning](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/basil-henning/)
- [administrative leave](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/administrative-leave/)
- [Junior Dream Team](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/junior-dream-team/)
- [archer](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/archer/)
- [Olympic](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/olympic/)
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- [Avery Pagano](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/avery-pagano/)
- [cocaine possession](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/cocaine-possession/)
- [Plaza Suite](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/plaza-suite/)
- [show](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/show/)
- [Valentine](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/valentine/)
- [criminal sexual contact](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/criminal-sexual-contact/)
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- [Victory Park Tree Lighting](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/victory-park-tree-lighting/)
- [Soul Food Dinner](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/soul-food-dinner/)
- [Two River Exhibition of Sporting Collectible Art](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/two-river-exhibition-of-sporting-collectible-art/)
- [Tiki Bar](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/tiki-bar/)
- [ducks](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/ducks/)
- [Police Chief Scott Paterson](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/police-chief-scott-paterson/)
- [General Clinton Fisk](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/general-clinton-fisk/)
- [Fisk AME Chapel](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/fisk-ame-chapel/)
- [black community](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/black-community/)
- [Bethel chapel](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/bethel-chapel/)
- [The Foundation of Fair Haven](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/the-foundation-of-fair-haven/)
- [Fair Haven Day](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/fair-haven-day/)
- [RFH Chess Club](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/rfh-chess-club/)
- [Shore High School Chess League Championship Tournament](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/shore-high-school-chess-league-championship-tournament/)
- [Rumson Cub Scout Pack 11](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/rumson-cub-scout-pack-11/)
- [parade](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/parade/)
- [St. Paddy's Day](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/st-paddys-day/)
- [Coach Hal Lorme](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/coach-hal-lorme/)
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- [SOS](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/sos/)
- [Suzanne Fico](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/suzanne-fico/)
- [RFH Coach Hal Lorme](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/rfh-coach-hal-lorme/)
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- [Fair Haven Volunteer Fire Company](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/fair-haven-volunteer-fire-company/)
- [Spaghetti Dinner](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/spaghetti-dinner/)
- [Hal Lorme](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/hal-lorme/)
- [meatballs](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/meatballs/)
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- [Sickles](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/sickles/)
- [school snow delays](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/school-snow-delays/)
- [JoAnn Pileggi](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/joann-pileggi/)
- [Rumson St. Patrick's Day Parade 2015](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/rumson-st-patricks-day-parade-2015/)
- [simple assault](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/simple-assault/)
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- [Donald Trotter](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/donald-trotter/)
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- [fire truck](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/fire-truck/)
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- [arrest](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/arrest/)
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- [burglary](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/burglary/)
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- [Fair Haven Police Chief Darryl Breckenridge](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/fair-haven-police-chief-darryl-breckenridge/)
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- [Read Across America Day](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/read-across-america-day/)
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- [heroin possession](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/heroin-possession/)
- [Robert J. Henne](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/robert-j-henne/)
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- [attempted burglary](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/attempted-burglary/)
- [Fair Haven Police Patrolman Robert J. Henne](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/fair-haven-police-patrolman-robert-j-henne/)
- [kayaking](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/kayaking/)
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- [Tri-District Music Festival](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/tri-district-music-festival/)
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- [Fair Haven Mayor Ben Lucarelli](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/fair-haven-mayor-ben-lucarelli/)
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- [Fair Haven tax collector](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/fair-haven-tax-collector/)
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- [John Brinkerhoff](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/john-brinkerhoff/)
- [bunnies](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/bunnies/)
- [Bob Dougherty](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/bob-dougherty/)
- [Colleen Dougherty Doogan](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/colleen-dougherty-doogan/)
- [Bryan Dougherty](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/bryan-dougherty/)
- [Easter egg hunt](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/easter-egg-hunt/)
- [Easter](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/easter/)
- [marijuana possession](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/marijuana-possession/)
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- [harassment](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/harassment/)
- [Office of Attorney General](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/office-of-attorney-general/)
- [Nelson Press](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/nelson-press/)
- [Kenneth Lewandowski](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/kenneth-lewandowski/)
- [electric](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/electric/)
- [George Giffin Memorial Dance-a-Thon](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/george-giffin-memorial-dance-a-thon/)
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- [Isiah Casrell](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/isiah-casrell/)
- [Distinctive Toys](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/distinctive-toys/)
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- [Locals](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/locals/)
- [et al](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/et-al/)
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- [skateboarding](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/skateboarding/)
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- [Nina](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/nina/)
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- [adoption](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/adoption/)
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- [Amy Connor](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/amy-connor/)
- [pet-friendly](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/pet-friendly/)
- [Streetscape East](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/streetscape-east/)
- [Charles Williams](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/charles-williams/)
- [Winifred Robards](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/winifred-robards/)
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- [incidents](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/incidents/)
- [vandalism](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/vandalism/)
- [Fishbowl Event](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/fishbowl-event/)
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- [Annie](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/annie/)
- [Broadway](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/broadway/)
- [Gina Teschke](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/gina-teschke/)
- [Jack Newsome](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/jack-newsome/)
- [Jeff Lang](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/jeff-lang/)
- [Alex Perkins](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/alex-perkins/)
- [skiing](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/skiing/)
- [NASTAR](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/nastar/)
- [RFH Talent Show](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/rfh-talent-show/)
- [coach](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/coach/)
- [Present Laughter](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/present-laughter/)
- [Rent](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/rent/)
- [Brookdale](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/brookdale/)
- [Rumson Country Day School](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/rumson-country-day-school/)
- [Hanga Loose](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/hanga-loose/)
- [RFH prom](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/rfh-prom/)
- [RFH junior prom](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/rfh-junior-prom/)
- [Blithewald](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/blithewald/)
- [VNA. Stately Homes by-the-Sea](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/vna-stately-homes-by-the-sea/)
- [Monmouth Day Care Center](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/monmouth-day-care-center/)
- [Janae Mayfield](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/janae-mayfield/)
- [Letter of Intent](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/letter-of-intent/)
- [St. Peter's](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/st-peters/)
- [stalking](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/stalking/)
- [terroristic threats](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/terroristic-threats/)
- [Widener](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/widener/)
- [76 Buena Vista Avenue](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/76-buena-vista-avenue/)
- [DeNormandie park](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/denormandie-park/)
- [Sea Bright Fire Company](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/sea-bright-fire-company/)
- [violation of probation](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/violation-of-probation/)
- [Rumson fire](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/rumson-fire/)
- [Monmouth County Fire Marshal](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/monmouth-county-fire-marshal/)
- [possession with the intent to distribute](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/possession-with-the-intent-to-distribute/)
- [Robert Fiore](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/robert-fiore/)
- [marijuana dealer](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/marijuana-dealer/)
- [machete](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/machete/)
- [Brian O'Herron](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/brian-oherron/)
- [Clean Ocean Action Beach Sweeps](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/clean-ocean-action-beach-sweeps/)
- [Coastal Decor](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/coastal-decor/)
- [International Flavour Festival](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/international-flavour-festival/)
- [Fair Haven Police Department](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/fair-haven-police-department/)
- [scholars](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/scholars/)
- [RFH Girls Winter Track](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/rfh-girls-winter-track/)
- [Hannah Stammer](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/hannah-stammer/)
- [Governor's School of New Jersey](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/governors-school-of-new-jersey/)
- [Nick Hawke](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/nick-hawke/)
- [Shelby Heard](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/shelby-heard/)
- [Perry Litwin](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/perry-litwin/)
- [Andrew Maris](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/andrew-maris/)
- [Arnold Muralt](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/arnold-muralt/)
- [Red Bank. International Flavour Festival](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/red-bank-international-flavour-festival/)
- [missing cat](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/missing-cat/)
- [Lester Laminack](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/lester-laminack/)
- [Viola L. Sickles School](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/viola-l-sickles-school/)
- [Police Unity Tour](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/police-unity-tour/)
- [Knollwood School Chamber Music Recital](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/knollwood-school-chamber-music-recital/)
- [Fair Haven Baseball](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/fair-haven-baseball/)
- [Fair Haven Fields](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/fair-haven-fields/)
- [NJ Department of Environmental Protection Green Acres Program](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/nj-department-of-environmental-protection-green-acres-program/)
- [2015 municipal budget](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/2015-municipal-budget/)
- [Council President Jonathan Peters](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/council-president-jonathan-peters/)
- [heroin dealing](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/heroin-dealing/)
- [possession of heroin](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/possession-of-heroin/)
- [possession of heroin with intent to distribute](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/possession-of-heroin-with-intent-to-distribute/)
- [Monmouth County Engineer Joseph Ettore](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/monmouth-county-engineer-joseph-ettore/)
- [Monmouth County Food Bank](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/monmouth-county-food-bank/)
- [Empty Bowls](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/empty-bowls/)
- [Maeve](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/maeve/)
- [Umberto's](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/umbertos/)
- [Weekend in Old Monmouth](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/weekend-in-old-monmouth/)
- [Spring Arts Festival](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/spring-arts-festival/)
- [Thompson Park](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/thompson-park/)
- [Poricy Park](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/poricy-park/)
- [cocaine](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/cocaine/)
- [prostitution](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/prostitution/)
- [possession of a CDS](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/possession-of-a-cds/)
- [Donna Dzienisewski](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/donna-dzienisewski/)
- [insurance fraud](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/insurance-fraud/)
- [Horizon Blue Cross/Blue Shield](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/horizon-blue-crossblue-shield/)
- [Bill Kern](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/bill-kern/)
- [math](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/math/)
- [Nancy Kern](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/nancy-kern/)
- [Bob Phillips](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/bob-phillips/)
- [Bob Berberich](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/bob-berberich/)
- [Teacher Appreciation Week](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/teacher-appreciation-week/)
- [business zone](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/business-zone/)
- [master plan](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/master-plan/)
- [Rumson PTO](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/rumson-pto/)
- [Forrestdale Follies](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/forrestdale-follies/)
- [criminal incidents](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/criminal-incidents/)
- [tax fraud](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/tax-fraud/)
- [Joseph Guillory](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/joseph-guillory/)
- [Monsieur Guillory](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/monsieur-guillory/)
- [Winifred Steele](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/winifred-steele/)
- [French](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/french/)
- [Sea Bright Farmers Market](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/sea-bright-farmers-market/)
- [Holly Jolly Jams](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/holly-jolly-jams/)
- [Harley](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/harley/)
- [dog adoption](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/dog-adoption/)
- [Ella Gaynor](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/ella-gaynor/)
- [Rumson Beauty Salon](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/rumson-beauty-salon/)
- [Carton Town Gang](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/carton-town-gang/)
- [Make Your Mark](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/make-your-mark/)
- [annual art show](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/annual-art-show/)
- [DUI](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/dui/)
- [Mother's Day](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/mothers-day/)
- [mamas](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/mamas/)
- [U.S. Attorney Paul Fishman](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/u-s-attorney-paul-fishman/)
- [Britt-Young DTO](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/britt-young-dto/)
- [Fair Haven PBA Local 184](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/fair-haven-pba-local-184/)
- [Ray Miller](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/ray-miller/)
- [Exxon](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/exxon/)
- [Fair Haven Exxon](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/fair-haven-exxon/)
- [child endangerment](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/child-endangerment/)
- [Raymond Miller](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/raymond-miller/)
- [Peggy Miller](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/peggy-miller/)
- [Ken Lockwood](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/ken-lockwood/)
- [neighbor](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/neighbor/)
- [Parker Avenue](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/parker-avenue/)
- [Robot Challenge](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/robot-challenge/)
- [NJ Coast IEEE Robot Challenge](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/nj-coast-ieee-robot-challenge/)
- [JC Liang](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/jc-liang/)
- [David Mancuso](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/david-mancuso/)
- [Liam Packer](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/liam-packer/)
- [Sea Bright Firemen's Fair](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/sea-bright-firemens-fair/)
- [Central Valley Farm](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/central-valley-farm/)
- [cheese](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/cheese/)
- [organic butter](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/organic-butter/)
- [Chris Stoner](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/chris-stoner/)
- [COC](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/coc/)
- [Suzanne Sweeney](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/suzanne-sweeney/)
- [Pauline Graff Dell'Omo](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/pauline-graff-dellomo/)
- [Dell's Pharmacy](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/dells-pharmacy/)
- [Monmouth County officials](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/monmouth-county-officials/)
- [Hubbard's Bridge](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/hubbards-bridge/)
- [Rev. Joseph Hughes](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/rev-joseph-hughes/)
- [World War II vet](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/world-war-ii-vet/)
- [Korean War vet](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/korean-war-vet/)
- [Basie Awards](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/basie-awards/)
- [Holly Nixon](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/holly-nixon/)
- [Lori Zucker](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/lori-zucker/)
- [Teachers of the Year](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/teachers-of-the-year/)
- [Butler's Deli](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/butlers-deli/)
- [Butler's](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/butlers/)
- [Butler's Market](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/butlers-market/)
- [James and the Giant Peach](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/james-and-the-giant-peach/)
- [unlawful possession of a weapon](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/unlawful-possession-of-a-weapon/)
- [Telly Award](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/telly-award/)
- [RFH Jazz Combo and Vocal Concert](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/rfh-jazz-combo-and-vocal-concert/)
- [music](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/music/)
- [Al Robbins](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/al-robbins/)
- [Esso](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/esso/)
- [Memorial Day](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/memorial-day/)
- [block party](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/block-party/)
- [Memorial Day 2015](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/memorial-day-2015/)
- [Rumson Memorial Day parade](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/rumson-memorial-day-parade/)
- [Earth Day](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/earth-day/)
- [reuse and recycle](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/reuse-and-recycle/)
- [tiger tail](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/tiger-tail/)
- [Put a Tiger in Your Tank](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/put-a-tiger-in-your-tank/)
- [Riverfest](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/riverfest/)
- [Spy House](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/spy-house/)
- [Seabrook-Wilson House](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/seabrook-wilson-house/)
- [Shrewsbury Townwide Yard Sale](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/shrewsbury-townwide-yard-sale/)
- [Paul Stout](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/paul-stout/)
- [Jake Tavill](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/jake-tavill/)
- [strong arm robbery](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/strong-arm-robbery/)
- [Gunning Island](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/gunning-island/)
- [weapons](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/weapons/)
- [John Burdy](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/john-burdy/)
- [Jennifer Johnson](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/jennifer-johnson/)
- [Justin Herner](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/justin-herner/)
- [Stokes](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/stokes/)
- [Jenny Costello](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/jenny-costello/)
- [Andy Dougherty](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/andy-dougherty/)
- [Dwayne Reevey](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/dwayne-reevey/)
- [Gabriel Ramos](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/gabriel-ramos/)
- [Deane-Porter School Art Show](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/deane-porter-school-art-show/)
- [weekend](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/weekend/)
- [Art Alliance](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/art-alliance/)
- [Girls on the Run 5K](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/girls-on-the-run-5k/)
- [Deep Cut Gardens](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/deep-cut-gardens/)
- [Mini Engineering Academy](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/mini-engineering-academy/)
- [Jack Rallo](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/jack-rallo/)
- [Matthew Ramirez](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/matthew-ramirez/)
- [Reed DiCenso](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/reed-dicenso/)
- [Aidan Eustace](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/aidan-eustace/)
- [Chris Steinhacker](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/chris-steinhacker/)
- [Tyler Whetzel](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/tyler-whetzel/)
- [Ferguson Dental Care](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/ferguson-dental-care/)
- [DeFalco Pools](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/defalco-pools/)
- [ForeFront](https://rumsonfairhavenretrospect.com/tag/forefront/)
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