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

Jamie Gatlin

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...

JG Home Inspections LLC provides comprehensive property eval

JG Home Inspections LLC

JG Home Inspections LLC provides comprehensive property evaluations for buyers and sellers, helping clients make informed decisions about their real estate investments. Based in New Jersey, the company specializes in detailed home inspections that uncover critical details behind every door to ensure properties are safe and habitable. By combining traditional inspection methods with modern technology, they deliver clear, actionable reports that simplify the process for homeowners and contractors alike. The firm offers a wide range of specialized services, including pre-listing inspections, radon testing, and wood-destroying insect (WDI) assessments. As an InterNACHI Certified Professional Inspector, the team utilizes advanced drone technology for high-resolution roof inspections, allowing for a thorough examination of shingles, flashing, and gutters without the risks associated with manual climbing. They also provide expert pool inspections to identify potential structural or safety issues before a transaction is finalized. With a commitment to transparency and thoroughness, JG Home Inspections LLC follows strict New Jersey Standards of Practice to protect your future investment. Customers can expect a dedicated, professional approach backed by a 5.0-star rating on Google, ensuring peace of mind throughout the entire inspection process.

Sara Winick

Manalapan

JG Home Inspections LLC provides comprehensive property evaluations for buyers and sellers, helping clients make informed decisions about their...

Power Core Studio is New Jersey’s premier boutique fitness d

Power Core Studio

Power Core Studio is New Jersey’s premier boutique fitness destination specializing in the world-renowned Lagree Method. Delivering low-impact, high-intensity workouts on custom Megaformers, we combine the muscle-shaking intensity of HIIT with the core-centric focus of Pilates. With intimate class sizes (10 to 15 people) across our Middletown, Freehold, and Piscataway locations, our expert instructors provide the personalized attention you need to build core strength and stability, lean muscle mass and muscle endurance, using resistance training!

Middlesex County

Middlesex

Power Core Studio is New Jersey’s premier boutique fitness destination specializing in the world-renowned Lagree Method. Delivering low-impact,...

Local real estate updates for Manalapan & nearby towns.

RE/MAX Central

Rosemary DiPasquale is a top-producing real estate professional serving Manalapan, Marlboro, Freehold, and surrounding Monmouth County communities, as well as parts of Middlesex County. With over 24 years of experience, she is known for her in-depth local market knowledge, personalized service, and consistent results. Rosemary works directly with every client, providing guidance, strategy, and support from start to finish. If you’re thinking about buying or selling, she would welcome the opportunity to speak with you.

Rosemary DiPasquale is a top-producing real estate professional serving Manalapan, Marlboro, Freehold, and surrounding Monmouth County communities,...

5 Star Mediterranean & Turkish experience in NJ

Marmara Mediterranean Cuisine

From casual luncheons to elegant dinners, our restaurant brings people together around food, belly dancing and jazz that feels both comforting and elevated. Whether it's a family celebration, a corporate meeting, a special milestone, or just a casual night out, we'll help you create an experience filled with warmth, tradition, and authentic Mediterranean flavors and outstanding service.

Karen Wall

Howell

From casual luncheons to elegant dinners, our restaurant brings people together around food, belly dancing and jazz that feels both comforting and...

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

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...

Private music lessons - saxophone, clarinet, and flute - all ages and levels.  Lessons held in your home or mine.  Experienced teacher, professional musician, and graduate of Mason Gross School of the Arts at Rutgers University.  Flexible scheduling.  Contact Mark Chernoff at 732-740-0160.

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East Windsor

Carly Baldwin

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Freehold Area CROP Hunger Walk 2026

Rocky Horror Picture Show

Lights On, Scares Off (Oct 17, 12–2 pm and Oct 24, 2–4 pm)

Brookdale Community College Fall Open House

Brookdale Haunted Theater Returns For 23rd Year Of Frights, Halloween Fun (Oct. 16–18, 23–25, 29–30)

Holiday Victorian Afternoon Tea 

🌱 Patch AM: How did Manalapan’s boys soccer...

And on the Manalapan Patch calendar - Freehold Area CROP Hunger Walk 2026

🌱 Patch AM: How did Manalapan’s boys soccer team protect its top tournament seed?

Community Corner

Fatal Fire Under Investigation In Monmouth County 

The Monmouth County Prosecutor's Office is investigating a fire that left one person dead in Neptune City.

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🌱 Patch AM: How Manalapan’s own Dylan Dreyer is...

And on the Manalapan Patch calendar - Cedar Lane Alpacas Open Farm

🌱 Patch AM: How Manalapan’s own Dylan Dreyer is navigating life after divorce

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More Details On Claim Of Dead Mouse In Peppers:...

Cars that may come to a dead stop at high speeds among three auto recalls; Amazon painkillers recalled; baby bath seat a drowning hazard.

More Details On Claim Of Dead Mouse In Peppers: Recall Roundup

Dead Mouse In Peppers Recall Is Bigger Than First Reported: Recall Roundup

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How Trick-Or-Treating Is Changing In America’s...

For some, the gradual disappearance of door-to-door Halloween trick-or-treating feels like the disappearance of neighborhood life itself.

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