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Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge Summer Travel & Construction Advisory

A Rumson side view of the Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge, with finished new gate house, under construction
Photo/David Vilacoba

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.

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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 amateur backyard light shows.

So, they’re circulating the below flyer to quell any doubts, urging to leave the explosives to the professional pyrotechnics. And ground-based sparkling devices and related novelties are legal.

The bottom line, again, to be safe and legal with your July 4th festivities: “A good rule of thumb is, if it explodes, it is not legal,” a released statement from police said. “IF in doubt, please give us a call at 732-842-0500.

“Have a safe and happy July 4th!”

Scene Around: Forrestdale’s Tidal Wave of Fun and Funds

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 check for Clean Ocean Action’s longtime cause of keeping the ocean healthy with thriving marine life.

“Waves of thanks to the super savvy seventh graders, Mrs. Jennifer Brown — Grade 7 ELA & Team Leader at Forrestdale School — the seventh grade staff team, and the staff and administration for your dedication and commitment to your local communities!” a released statement from Clean Ocean Action said.

The fundraiser originally involved seventh graders at Forrestdale planning to walk from Sandy Hook back to Forrestdale, raising money via sponsors. But, when the stormy weather made the walk impossible, the Forrestdale Class of 2026 changed their fundraising plan to a series of activities in the gym that got all involved and earning for local nonprofits.

“It was an incredible event and the tenacity of the students to meet their goals no matter the challenge or the weather was inspirational!” the release added.

— Photos/Clean Ocean Action

Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge Travel, Construction Advisory

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. 

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Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge Travel and Construction Advisory

Photo/Nick Lenczyk

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. 

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