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The LWV Organizes Virtual Forum For The Monmouth County Clerk Monday, September 29

The virtual forum for the County Clerk on Monday, September 29, starts at 7 pm. Visit bit.ly/forum-clerk to register in advance.

Holmdel Township Cancels Upcoming Committee Meeting

While the committee's Tuesday meeting has been cancelled, a special public meeting has been set for the end of September. See details:

Virtual Forum Set For Hazlet School Board Candidates: See When

When registering for the forum, attendees will be able to submit a question for candidates. Advance registration is required.

2 Holmdel Students Named National Merit Scholarship Semifinalists

Less than 1 percent of high school seniors across the country qualified for the semifinals of the prestigious academic award.

Power Summit: Unleashing The Power of Your Vote

The LWV is co-sponsoring "Power Summit: Unleashing the Power of Your Vote" at The Warner Student Center at Brookdale on Sept. 27 from 9-3.

Broadway Star To Perform Solo Show In Monmouth County

Known for playing Satine in “Moulin Rouge! The Musical,” Ashley Loren will soon bring her talents to Monmouth County.

Holmdel BOE - Elect Experience & Proven Leadership: Re-elect Jeff Mann & John Buckley | Elect Kevin Schroeter

Let's Preserve Holmdel Schools Together!

Harvest Home Festival Promises A Day Of ‘Old Fashioned Fun’ In Holmdel

Festival attendees will be able to enjoy wagon rides, old-fashioned games, live entertainment and more at the event. See details:

Beware Of Tax Scam Targeting Residents, Holmdel Officials Warn

The township is warning residents of a new scam where texts or callers pretend to be from the Division of Taxation. See details:

Cross of Glory's 24th Annual Fall Yard Sale, Bake Sale and Snack Shack BBQ!

You won't want to miss this Yard Sale, where you'll find the best bargains, baked goods and burgers on Aberdeen Day! (Rain or Shine)

Motorcyclist Dies Following Crash In Holmdel, Police Say

The crash occurred around 10:30 a.m. on Sunday when a motorcycle struck a guardrail while driving on Pleasant Valley Road, police said.

Where To Pick Apples Around Holmdel & Hazlet: 2025 Guide

Apple picking season is here. See Patch’s guide to where apple picking and other fall activities are planned around Holmdel and Hazlet:

Putting Students First By Fixing the Deficit

Holmdel deserves leaders who can manage a $72M budget, protect teachers and programs, and make every tax dollar count

Re-Elect Jeff Mann & John Buckley | Elect Kevin Schroeter to the Holmdel BOE - Preserve Holmdel Schools

Please visit PreserveHolmdelSchools.com to learn about our accomplishments on the BOE and vision leading Holmdel forward.

Holmdel Police Promote Officers, Welcome New Additions At Town Meeting

At a Township Committee meeting on Tuesday, the department promoted two of its officers and swore in two new officers. See details:

Driver Dies After Hitting 2 People At PNC Bank Arts Center, State Police Say

NJ State Police said the woman suffered a medical episode and lost control of her vehicle before hitting two pedestrians.

Belonging Begins With Us!

YMCA of the Jersey Shore Opens its Door to All During "Welcoming Week," Sept. 13-20

Town-Wide Garage Sale Sets Return In Hazlet

For those looking to do some fall cleaning or find local treasures, you can check out Hazlet’s Town-Wide Garage Sale in October:

New Frozen Custard & Steakburger Restaurant Opens In Holmdel

Located off Route 35, the restaurant is known for its cooked-to-order steakburgers, frozen custard treats, all-beef hot dogs and more.

Learn How To Be A Fossil Hunter At Community Event In Holmdel

The Citizens for Informed Land Use will be hosting their annual Community Fossil Hunt toward the end of September. See details:

Holmdel Youth Football Coach Yanked 7-Year-Old’s Helmet Off, Berated Players, Lawsuit Alleges

Parents of two boys allege Timothy Kelly was verbally abusive to 7 and 8-year-olds and the league let him keep coaching, the lawsuit said.

How Smoking Sabotages Your Spine

An expert from Bayshore Medical Center explains how cigarettes damage discs, weaken bones, and can even disqualify you from back surgery.

Holmdel-Hazlet Dogs Seek Feature On NJ Lottery Scratch-Offs

The dogs are competing to be featured on scratch-off tickets through the NJ Lottery's "Jersey's Top Dogs" Contest. See details:

Road Work Set To Continue In Holmdel: See Where

While road work takes place, township officials are urging drivers to drive safely and follow all detour signs.

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Holmdel Teen Receives Musical Performance Scholarship

Emerson Granata, 15, was one of two students awarded $1,500 scholarships to music programs at the Basie Center’s Turner Academy of the Arts.

September Boating in NJ

NJ Boaters! September is a great time to be out on the water!

Festivals, Live Music, Beach Party: Labor Day Weekend In Monmouth County

Looking for something new to do over the holiday weekend? Here’s what’s happening around Monmouth County:

Road Closures Planned In Holmdel: See Where

While roads are closed, Holmdel Police are urging drivers to plan an alternate route and expect delays.

Chabad Jewish Center Proposal Sets Return To Holmdel Planning Board

Plans for the proposed center are set to return to the board in September, seeking a preliminary and final major site plan approval.

Holmdel School District Named Most Popular In Metro Area For Moving Season, New List Says

The Realtor.com list reveals the districts where families are most actively looking to relocate in the top 50 metros this moving season.

Re-Elect Jeff Mann, John Buckley | Elect Kevin Schroeter for Holmdel Board of Education

Let's Build on the Board's Progress in this Pivotal Election to Preserve Holmdel Schools by electing Mann, Buckley & Schroeter for BOE!

Road Closure Planned In Holmdel: See When

Police are urging drivers to follow detour signs or plan an alternate route while the closure is in place.

Festivals, Markets & Fairs: This Weekend In Monmouth County

Looking for something new to do? Here’s what’s happening around Monmouth County this weekend:

Police Enforcement Detail Planned In Holmdel: See Where

The enforcement detail is part of the "Goal: Zero" campaign, which aims to confront the rise in traffic deaths NJ has seen in recent years.

Holmdel Approves New Lease With DePalma Farms & Greenhouses

The Township Committee held a final vote and public hearing on the new lease agreement at an August meeting. See details:

Road Closures, Detours Planned In Holmdel: See Where

While road closures take place, Holmdel Police are asking drivers to follow detour signs and drive carefully or plan an alternate route.

Hazlet Postpones Outdoor Concert Due To Weather Forecast

The township announced the postponement on Thursday due to potential storms in the forecast. See details:

Man Killed In New Orleans Terror Attack Honored In Holmdel

Two signs designating the new road name were unveiled during a recent town ceremony held in honor of Billy DiMaio. See details: