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Retro Rumson Renegades in the Park

Kid congregation at Victory Park in the 1960s
Photo/courtesy of Ed Pomphrey, Rumson historical archives

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.

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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!”