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Local Life

The R-FH Area Weekend: RFH Football with Security, Middletown Day, Oyster Fest, Book Signing

The sun is out, fall is in the air and the weather is predicted to be as pleasant as the event line-up for the Rumson-Fair Haven area weekend.

It all starts on Friday night …

with RFH’s first football game at Borden Stadium at 7 p.m..

Yes, there are new security measures in place.

Here’s the letter from school officials:

“Due to recent acts of violence in Ocean and Union counties and New York City, RFH will implement updated, best-practice security protocols recommended by the Rumson Police Department for large public gatherings, e.g. athletic events.

“The Rumson Police Department has coordinated efforts with RFH administration to ensure smooth implementation. Please be advised: NO Bags (backpacks, duffel bags, etc.) are permitted into Borden Stadium; small personal bags, e.g. purses, may be subject to search; NO Bottles and/or containers of liquid are permitted into Borden Stadium; and NO one with covered-faced costumes (i.e. masks and total body stockings) will be permitted into Borden Stadium.

“It is our intention and obligation to ensure safe events for our students and spectators. If, at any event, you notice suspicious behavior, please notify RFH personnel or law enforcement immediately.”

Saturday … all day, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. is …

• Middletown Day on the grounds of Croydon Hall on Leonardville Road in the Leonardo section of the township, right across the river.

The annual fall event features entertainment, pony rides, petting zoo, a flea market, contests, tournaments, business booths, food, goodies, arts and crafts, demonstrations and more. The event is running rain or shine.

And Sunday is the day for …

• The Guiness Oyster Festival in the White Street parking lot in Red Bank.

The annual classic event, which runs from noon to 7 p.m. offers lots of food, including, of course, oysters, music and drink and raises money for area causes and more RiverCenter events.

Admission is $5 for all over the age of 10.

• A hometown book signing …

Native Fair Havenite Mary Beth Connor Gibson will be back home and signing copies of her first novel, Aroon, at the Fair Haven Firehouse from 1 to 4 p.m..

The award-winning story is set in eighteenth century Ireland, where jealousy, lust, and oppression lead to gruesome visions with only one way to stop the torture—a killing.

 

Police and Fire, Rumson Police and Fire Files

Rumson Police: Alleged Armed Robbers Nabbed

Rumson police recently arrested two young area teens, one juvenile and one 18-year-old, on charges in connection with an August armed robbery, Rumson Police Captain Jeff Nixon said in a release.

Krischan Wehnke, 18, of Middletown, and a 17-year-old juvenile were arrested on Sept. 5 and 1, respectively, and charged with first-degree armed robbery following the investigation of an Aug. 23 Rumson incident led by Detective Sgt. Christopher Isherwood, the release said.

Two alleged juvenile victims at a Riverside Drive home on Aug. 23 reported to police that at approximately 12:30 a.m., Wehnke and his juvenile accomplice produced a handgun and demanded cash from them. Whenke and the juvenile, according to the victims, then fled the scene in their vehicle with an iPhone and roughly $35 in cash from the victims, police said.

The juvenile suspect was arrested on Sept. 1 and remanded to the Middlesex County Youth Detention Center.

Wehnke was arrested on Sept. 5 by Middletown police on an outstanding warrant issued on Sept. 2. He was remanded to the Monmouth County Correctional Institution, Freehold, on $250,000 bail, set by Judge Joseph Quinn, JSC.

 

Local Life

Retro ‘Old’ Fair Haven Firemen

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So the tradition goes … The annual NJ Firemen’s Convention in Wildwood was held at the end of last week.

And, by the looks of all the Facebook posts, a great time was had by all.

The convention has been a yearly mainstay for, well, many years. Call it an old tradition. And nothing goes with an old tradition like some good ol’ boys.

So, in keeping with the good ol’ tradition, the Retro Pic of the Day is a look back to 1967 and guys who were deemed “The Older Boys” of the Fair Haven Fire Volunteer Fire Company.

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Local Life

Focus: NY Skyline View from a Sea Bright Beach

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Before the rain … the views of the New York skyline from Sea Bright Public Beach were clear and colorful on a local summer day at the end of last week.

The city is roughly 20 miles away and on days like this it looks close enough to catch … an Uber to.

People who’ve seen this view have argued that it can’t possibly be New York. Well, it is. It’s been documented many times over. So, enjoy the view.

— Elaine Van Develde

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Local Life

Sea Bright’s Simple Local Summer

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It’s that treasured time of the year for locals — local 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 a glimpse into the local summer world … Take a look at our slideshow and photo gallery. Ahhhh. Enjoy.

— Elaine Van Develde

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Obituaries

Rumson’s Rose Rimali Dies at 103

Rose Rimali Photo/courtesy of John E. Day Funeral Home
Rose Rimali
Photo/courtesy of John E. Day Funeral Home

Longtime Rumson resident Rose Rimali, a member of the Rumson Senior Citizens and a communicant of Holy Cross Church, passed away on Sept. 6. She was 103.

Known to have had a “full, wonderful life,” Rose is remembered by her loved ones as a “fabulous seamstress and Italian cook who made the best meatballs in the family,” her obituary on the John E. Day Funeral Home website said.

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Rumson Police and Fire Files

Rumson Police Report: Theft, Marijuana, DUI, Assault, Disorderly

The following recent arrests were made and reported by Rumson police. An arrest does not constitute a conviction.

• Barbara Stypulkowska, 38, of Atlantic Highlands, was arrested on Aug. 19 and charged with theft by Patrolman Daniel Campanella.

• William Calton, 21, of Oceanport, was arrested on Aug. 16 and charged with driving under the influence (DUI) and simple assault by Special Officer Donald Morse.

• Debbie Puth, 56, of Rumson, was arrested on Aug. 13 and charged with disorderly conduct by Lt. Christopher York.

• Raymond Stulb, 46, of Wall, was arrested on July 19 on a contempt of court (COC) warrant by Patrolman Cody Lovgren.

• Timothy Robinson, 25, of Red Bank, was arrested on July 10 in the area of East River Road and North Street and charged with criminal mischief by Special Officer Donald Morse.

• Steven Ciardiello, 45, of Fair Haven, was arrested on July 10 on a contempt of court (COC) warrant by Special Officer Donald Morse.

• Jenna Schneck, 19, of Belmar, was arrested on July 10 by Patrolman Grace Maggiulli and charged with  possession of under 50 grams of marijuana, and possession of drug paraphernalia.

• Michael Allan, 60, of Colonia, was arrested on July 3 and charged with possession of under 50 grams of marijuana, and impersonating a public servant or law enforcement officer by Special Officer Michael Berger.