Be Supported, Be Successful, and Be Brookdale

Brookdale Community College

At Brookdale Community College, academic excellence, student success, affordability, and community impact are more than priorities. They are the foundation of who we are. Every program, partnership, and learning experience is designed to help students Be Supported, Be Successful, and Be Brookdale as they pursue meaningful and rewarding futures. Our commitment to quality is reflected in what our students experience every day: • 81 percent say professors put significant effort into teaching their classes. • 76 percent report it is easy to get the classes they need. • 92 percent feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation. • A 17 to 1 student-faculty ratio ensures personalized support and mentorship. • Graduates earn a median salary of $50,836 five years out, well above the national average. With more than 60 degree and certificate programs, Brookdale offers flexible in-person, hybrid, and online options to meet students where they are. Our seamless transfer pathways—with Rutgers University, Georgian Court University, Kean University, and Monmouth University—allow students to complete their bachelor’s degrees right here in Monmouth County. We also offer more than 40 transfer agreements with leading four-year colleges and universities from Paris to New Jersey and beyond, guaranteeing qualified students junior-year status. Several agreements even provide three-plus-one pathways so your junior year can be completed at Brookdale for significant savings. Students also benefit from robust career services, workforce partnerships, and hands-on learning that prepare them for in-demand careers in nursing, business, engineering, information technology, criminal justice, cybersecurity, liberal arts, and more. Brookdale’s rigorous programs and dedicated faculty empower students to Be Bold, excel in a rapidly changing world, and graduate with the knowledge, skills, and confidence to succeed.

Monmouth County

New York City Metropolitan Area

Asbury Park

New Jersey

At Brookdale Community College, academic excellence, student success, affordability, and community impact are more than priorities. They are the...

Support Your Mind, Body, and Spirit Naturally

With Love Healing LLC

With Love Healing is a holistic wellness practice offering gentle Reiki and energy support for those seeking calm, balance, and emotional restoration. Created by Melissa, a certified Usui Reiki practitioner, the practice provides a nurturing space where individuals can slow down, reconnect with themselves, and experience relaxation. Services include in-person and distance Reiki sessions and pet Reiki sessions. Each experience is tailored to meet people where they are, offering supportive guidance through stress, life transitions, and energetic alignment. Her approach focuses on restorative sessions that help individuals feel grounded, centered, and at ease. In-person appointments take place in Englishtown, New Jersey, while virtual sessions are available via Zoom. You are encouraged to set aside time for yourself and experience the benefits of intentional rest and care. With Love Healing is about connection — to yourself, your energy, and your inner peace. Healing isn’t forced; it’s invited. From my heart to yours.

Monmouth

Englishtown

With Love Healing is a holistic wellness practice offering gentle Reiki and energy support for those seeking calm, balance, and emotional...

Ranney School

Ranney School is a co-educational, college preparatory school for students age 3 through grade 12. Located in Tinton Falls, Ranney provides an exceptional learning environment and rigorous academic program where students are known and valued. Our dedicated and passionate faculty help foster an environment that allows students to find their interests and pursue them, while creating an educational journey that supports each student’s individual path.

Sara Winick

Freehold

Ranney School is a co-educational, college preparatory school for students age 3 through grade 12. Located in Tinton Falls, Ranney provides an...

Early Morning & Late Night DEALS! 25% OFF Sale

Scarlet Reserve Room

We are independently owned, family-driven, and deeply rooted in the Monmouth County cannabis community — not backed by multi-state operators or corporate investors. Our mission is to keep cannabis culture alive in New Jersey while providing safe, premium, and compliant cannabis products to local customers. For anyone who believes in second chances and social equity in the New Jersey cannabis market, our journey shows it’s possible — even when the odds feel stacked against you. We’re proud to lead by example and build a trusted Englishtown and Monmouth County dispensary for the next generation of cannabis consumers and entrepreneurs. Our journey proves that redemption and determination can break barriers. Once facing charges for the very plant now fueling an industry, our founder rebuilt from the ground up — earning degrees, mastering business, and creating safe, trusted spaces for cannabis and wellness. Today, Scarlet Reserve Room stands proudly as an independently owned, legacy-to-legal Englishtown dispensary, keeping culture alive and proving second chances matter.

We are independently owned, family-driven, and deeply rooted in the Monmouth County cannabis community — not backed by multi-state operators or...

East Coast Diving Center

East Coast Diving Center is your friendly full service PADI 5 Star SCUBA Diving and Snorkeling Facility established in 1977. We offer courses from beginner to advanced. Our Travel Department offers vacations near and far. ECDC is proud to be an Oceanic, Sherwood, Poseidon, Ocean Reef Full Face Mask, Sales and Service Center. Our store hours are Monday, Wednesday, Friday from 12:00-8:00pm, Tuesday from 6:00-8:00pm, Saturday 10:00am–6:00pm. We are CLOSED Thursday and Sunday. Visit our website for more information: www.EastCoastDivingCenter.com

Carly Baldwin

Middletown

East Coast Diving Center is your friendly full service PADI 5 Star SCUBA Diving and Snorkeling Facility established in 1977. We offer courses from...

Parents....Get Your Vacation Time Back with Epic Dayz!

Epic Dayz 

During the school year there are random days off where finding coverage is a scramble or parents are forced to take the day off. We are here to help by taking the children on an Epic Dayz adventure and freeing up those precious vacation days! Epic Dayz offers an exciting day of adventure and travel for children in grades 2 through 7. It's an Epic Dayz experience for kids and an EZ solution for parents who are looking for engaging activities and programs for their children when school is not in session. ***Registration Live*** Limited Space Available *** Save yourself the time, headache, and (most importantly) your vacation days with Epic Dayz! Make every day count for each child and give them an adventure they will love. In the meantime, you get your vacation days back so everyone wins! With transportation, activities, and meals taken care of, you can worry less while getting more! Book now to secure your spot for the season! www.epicdayznj.com/adventure-registration ***Registration Live*** Limited Space Available *** Questions? Comments? Concerns? Contact: info@epicdayzinc.com

Manalapan

During the school year there are random days off where finding coverage is a scramble or parents are forced to take the day off. We are here to...

Physical therapy practice with hundreds of 5 star reviews!

db Ortho PT

db Orthopedic Physical Therapy (db Ortho PT) is a leading provider of outpatient physical therapy in Monmouth County with state of the art facilities in Red Bank and Manalapan. We are proud to have hundreds of 5 star reviews with the care delivered by 8 highly skilled Doctors of Physical Therapy and a passionate support staff. Amazing customer service is our mission which is reflected in our patient outcomes. Five of our DPT’s are also Board Certified Orthopedic Clinical Specialists, which no other practice can claim. We also have two clinicians who are Certified in Dry Needling as well as highly equiped facilities with the Alter-g Antigravity Treadmill, Opton Class IV laser, Zimmer Enpulse shockwave, Therm-x vasopneumatic heat and cryotherapy to name a few of our modalities. Experience the Best in Breed at db OrthoPT! Ps- we are not a corporate owned practice controlled by private equity money like many other PT clinics with 40 locations and PT has ownership of the practice.

Red Bank-Shrewsbury

db Orthopedic Physical Therapy (db Ortho PT) is a leading provider of outpatient physical therapy in Monmouth County with state of the art...

Lifeguard jobs available in Freehold and Manalapan. Outdoor pools - perfect for high school students. Certified or We Will Train. Apply today!! <a href="http://www.clearbluepoolmanagement.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.clearbluepoolmanagement.com</a>

Summer job!

Health & Fitness

Karen Wall

Howell

Marlboro-Coltsneck

Ocean County

Lakewood

Wall

Mercer County

Sarah Salvadore

East Windsor

Holmdel-Hazlet

Long Branch-Eatontown

Matawan-Aberdeen

Pilgrim Baptist Church

Join the 18+ community choir that ONLY sings rock music! No auditions! Summer season starts Monday, May 25, 7pm, at Pilgrim Baptist Church in Red Bank, NJ. This summer our theme is “Music From the Movies”, including Footloose, Grease, Mamma Mia, Dirty Dancing, James Bond, Hair, and many more.&nbsp;Come try it out risk-free! Find your voice. Feed your spirit. Make new friends. For more information, visit our website RockVoices.com

Local Event: Join Rock Voices, the community choir that ONLY sings rock music!

Join Rock Voices, the community choir that ONLY...

Join the 18+ community choir that ONLY sings rock music! No auditions! Summer season starts Monday, May 25, 7pm, at Pilgrim...

Join Rock Voices, the community choir that ONLY sings rock music!

Virtual - Zoom

Event Date:&nbsp;6/11/2026 and 6/17/2026Time:12:00 PM - 1:00 PMJoin us for a two-part webinar on navigating midlife health. First, in "The Perimenopause Playbook," explore how fluctuating hormones impact mood, sleep, and metabolism. Then, "From Discomfort to Relief," break the silence on common pelvic health issues like bladder leaks, pelvic pressure, and vaginal dryness, and discover effective solutions to restore your comfort and confidence.
<a href="https://events.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/event/pelvicfloor/summary?utm_source=HMH-CVENT&amp;utm_medium=Digital&amp;utm_campaign=PatchJSUMCMay" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Click Here to Register</a>

Local Event: Perimenopause & Menopause: A Two-Part Series

Perimenopause & Menopause: A Two-Part Series

Event Date: 6/11/2026 and 6/17/2026Time:12:00 PM - 1:00 PMJoin us for a two-part webinar on navigating midlife health. First,...

Free Virtual Webinar 

Event Date: June 16th, 2026Time: 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.Join our network's expert surgeons— David Dupree M.D., Annie Benzie M.D., andJeffrey Kraft, M.D. —for an exclusive webinar exploring the forefront of general surgery. This comprehensive session will provide clear, expert insights into the latest treatments and the compassionate, patient-centered care you can expect on your surgical journey.
Hear from our surgeons about a wide range of important health topics, including:
<ul><li>The latest advancements in hernia repair, from simple to complex, using minimally invasive and robotic techniques.</li><li>Effective, long-term surgical solutions for chronic acid reflux (GERD) and hiatal hernias.</li><li>The complete patient journey: what to expect from consultation, pre-operative preparation, and life after surgery.</li><li>Insights into common procedures such as gallbladder, appendix, and spleen removal.</li><li>The role of the general surgeon in both planned procedures and emergency care.</li></ul>




This is a unique opportunity to engage with leaders from Hackensack Meridian Health in the field and enhance your understanding of contemporary surgical practice. By bringing these crucial topics together, we aim to provide a valuable and comprehensive overview to empower you on your path to better health. <a href="https://events.hackensackmeridianhealth.org/event/dfddd26f-a03f-43ce-bb86-3632cdf7e716/summary?utm_source=HMH-CVENT&amp;utm_medium=Digital&amp;utm_campaign=PatchJSUMCMay" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Click here to register.</a>

Local Event: Your Guide to Hernias & Life After Surgery, Free Virtual Webinar 

Your Guide to Hernias & Life After Surgery,...

Event Date: June 16th, 2026Time: 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.Join our network's expert surgeons— David Dupree M.D., Annie Benzie M.D.,...

Your Guide to Hernias & Life After Surgery, Free Virtual Webinar 

Fee-Waived Pet Adoption Event Coming To...

The event aims to help remove barriers for families looking to adopt and give more pets the opportunity for a fresh start.

Fee-Waived Pet Adoption Event Coming To Freehold: See Details

Pets

Artists Wanted For Centennial Community Mural...

The mural initiative will celebrate 100 years of connection, creativity and community, officials said.

Artists Wanted For Centennial Community Mural Project In Red Bank

Community Corner

Atlantic County

Galloway

NJ Man Admits Beating Pregnant Girlfriend To...

Boris Lainez-Rosales faces 30 years in prison, authorities said.

NJ Man Admits Beating Pregnant Girlfriend To Death With Baseball Bat

Crime & Safety

2026 Basie Awards: See Who Won Across Monmouth...

The annual awards ceremony honors the very best of Monmouth County's high school theatre.

2026 Basie Awards: See Who Won Across Monmouth County

Arts & Entertainment

Morris County

Morristown

NJ Man Sent Sex Video To Victim’s Mom, Boss,...

The man is also charged with stalking and harassing two separate women, police records indicate. 

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