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🌱 Discover how accessible Sandy Hook’s scenic pathway really is

Highlands, New Jersey Patch AM: a 3 min read

Hello Highlands! Here's our latest buzz. Let's get into it. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Discover how accessible Sandy Hook’s scenic pathway really is

Also on today's calendar: How to Create a Fun Learning Plan this Summer! and 3 more events.

Today's riddle: What is something you always have, but also leave behind? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Friday: Clouds breaking for some sun, with a high of 61 and low of 48 degrees.
  • Saturday: Cooler and becoming rainy, temps: high: 52, low: 46.
  • Sunday: Rain and drizzle possible, with a high of 54 and low of 48 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

• 12 ADA Accessible Hiking Trails In New Jersey From The Shore To The Highlands (myfamilytravels.com) — If you are looking for accessible outdoor time close to home, Sandy Hook’s nearly ten-mile multi-use pathway in Highlands offers ocean views, lighthouse history, and smooth, wheelchair-friendly pavement. It is one highlight in a statewide roundup of ADA-accessible trails, from Newark’s Greenway to Cape May and the Pine Barrens, giving locals plenty of ideas for inclusive day trips.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • The Learning Experience posted a job opening for Experienced Child Care Teacher in Red Bank. Apply here.
  • Monmouth University posted a job opening for On Call Safety Officer I in West Long Branch. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Highlands here.

🗞 Nearby News

Atlantic Highlands

  • Northern New Jersey Fishing Report- April 23, 2026 (onthewater.com)
  • What Are the Benefits of Auto Repair Atlantic Highlands Nj Reviews Here to Stay? (thedetroitbureau.com)
  • What Makes Auto Repair Atlantic Highlands Nj Reviews as Good as They Say? and the Impact of Samsung (thedetroitbureau.com)

Rumson

  • Route 36 Lane Closures Begin By Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge: See Details (patch.com)

Fair Haven

  • Brilliant Minds: These Jersey Shore zip codes have most college degrees (app.com)
  • Wooden Soldier remains a town staple (castletonspartan.com)

Ok Highlands! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Footprints. (Thank you LAURIE T. for sending it in!)
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