State will have final say on height of replacement span

BY LAYLI WHYTE Staff Writer
County officials have recommended that the new span built to replace the Oceanic Bridge, Rumson, remain a low-level, moveable bridge rather than a higher, fixed span. Monmouth County Engineer Joseph M. Ettore has recommended against replacing the Oceanic Bridge, which is a drawbridg...
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Family, residents join in tribute walk to John Croake Saturday

BY LINDA DeNICOLA Staff Writer
For almost 10 years, motorists driving down Sycamore Avenue in Tinton Falls during the daytime hours would see the same familiar figure walking along the roadway. Rain or shine, cold or hot, he could be counted on to show up, dressed appropriately for the weather, big mittens and a... More...
Patrons smoking near entrances cited as reason for change
BY LAYLI WHYTE Staff Writer
RED BANK - As a result of a ban on smoking in bars and restaurants that took effect in April, a local restaurateur has asked the Borough Council to allow sidewalk seating year-round. More...

BY LINDA DeNICOLA Staff Writer
TINTON FALLS - Seven pit bulls were rescued from a house fire on Peach Street on Nov. 28 during the late night hours. Two occupants escaped the blaze. The one-story house was gutted and as of Monday, the cause of the fire was unknown. Ron Neis, chief of the Northside Engine Company, ... More...