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

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

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

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

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

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

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Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge Roadway & Channel Travel Alerts

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

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Prosecutor: Fugitive Found, Arrested on Area Carjacking, Murder Charges

A fugitive who was sought in connection with a fatal shooting in Hazlet last weekend has been found in Brooklyn, NY and arrested, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Friday.

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Retro RFH Caribbean 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 …  

With locals’ summer and school (in or out of the classroom) in full swing, students’ thoughts naturally turn to warmth and freedom. They start to daydream.

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Prosecutor: 48-Year-Old Man Arrested on Charges of Luring, Attempted Sexual Assault of 14-Year-Old Boy

A 48-year-old man has been arrested and charged with seeking a sexual encounter with a 14-year-old boy, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Thursday.

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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.

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Retro 1950s Fair Haven Kindergarten Class Act

A classic reprise originally posted in 2017 and now reprised every year in celebration of that ever so priceless school picture day. This one takes us back to a Fair Haven kindergarten class of 1955 at Knollwood School. At one time or another, three different schools housed kindergarten classes in Fair Haven. The pictures? Well, there was always that group shot, no matter where, that captured some priceless looks, fashion and hairdos.  

School bells are ringing. Class is in session. Back-to-school mode is still kicking in. Back-to-school nights have welcomed parents back to the school halls. And, for some, it’s about taking a walk back to their own school days in the same place — like Knollwood School.

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