NJ Mothers In Certain Areas Can Receive Monthly Payments Totaling $20,000 From The Bridge Project

No Social Security number or individual taxpayer identification number is required.​

'Kind, Welcoming' Owner And Staff Make Mexican Restaurant 'Amazing': Best Of 2025

Patch and T-Mobile are recognizing the people, places and moments that made this year brighter with this years's Best of 2025 nominations.

Matawan Republican Party Sues Monmouth County Board Of Elections, Alleging Voter Abnormalities

However, ​their lawsuit was dismissed Wednesday in Monmouth County Superior Court.

South Amboy Food Pantry Makes The 'Impossible' Happen, Always Finds A Way To Help: Best Of 2025

South Amboy food pantry is celebrated as the best in the state, with a leader and volunteers who never stop trying to help those in need.

A Celebration of Past, Present & Future Civic Leaders

YMCA of the Jersey Shore to Honor Dr. King at 37th Annual Commemorative Breakfast, Jan. 16 in Farmingdale

There Were Zero Fatalities, Zero Bad Accidents On Rt. 9 In Old Bridge This Year, And That's No Accident

Old Bridge Police Chief Thomas Montagna gives an update on Rt. 9, the area's most lethal roadway:

Teens Broke Into Lloyd Road School In Aberdeen After Hours, Some Say School District Overreacted

There has been recent vandalism inside Aberdeen schools, and it's not just Monday night, says the school district.

Monmouth ACTS Navigation System Gets New Name: “ResourceConnect”

Updated name and website reflect initiative’s commitment to simplicity, accessibility and resident-centered support

CAIR-NJ 'Strongly Supports' Lawsuit Against Sayreville For Rejecting Mosque

"Hundreds of Muslims live in and around Sayreville, yet the nearest mosque is miles away."

Man Accused Of Underage Sex Assault Was Once Matawan-Aberdeen Teacher, Assistant Track Coach

An Aberdeen man accused of sexually assaulting two underage girls used to work in the Aberdeen school district, where he was a track coach:

Aberdeen Man Charged With Sex Assault Of 2 Minors In North Carolina

There have also been accusations made in Aberdeen, which Aberdeen Police are currently investigating, said police.

Best Christmas Lights In Matawan/Aberdeen And Nearby: The 2025 List

Here's Patch's annual round-up of the best holiday light displays in Matawan, Aberdeen, Old Bridge, Sayreville, Hazlet and nearby:

Union Beach Woman, Guilty Of Killing Her 2 Children By Fire, Seeks A New Trial

A Union Beach woman currently serving a 100-year prison sentence for killing her two children is now asking for a new trial.

Muslim Group Sues Town Of Sayreville For Rejecting 25,363-Square-Foot Mosque

The town was sued after it rejected a proposal to build a mosque and Islamic community center on Ernston Road.

Old Bridge Zoning Board Member Forced To Resign Over Social Media Comment

An Old Bridge Zoning Board member was forced to resign for a Facebook comment she made criticizing a woman for having too many children:

Matawan-Aberdeen Regional School District Wants To Redistrict

The district is considering adjusting the boundaries for which students attend which schools, and even possibly making one school K-2.

Serving Safety This Season

Food safety and holiday tips you need to know

YMCA Expands Scholarship to All Jersey Shore High School Students

Essay Contest Celebrates the Work of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.

Donate A Toy At Cliffwood Beach McDonalds, Get A Free McCafe Beverage

Anyone who brings in a new, unwrapped toy will receive a free small McCafé beverage, Nov. 20 - Dec. 11:

Keyport Man Fatally Stabbed, Police Release Suspect Photos

On Nov. 9, a Keyport man was fatally stabbed outside the T.G.I. Fridays​ in Linden, and the Union County Prosecutor released suspect photos.

Driver Dies After SUV Runs Off Road, Strikes Trees In Old Bridge: NJ State Police

The crash occurred early Wednesday on the Garden State Parkway south express lanes, police said.

Why Vendor Advocacy Matters:

Protecting the Small Businesses Who Keep Communities Running

Matawan-Aberdeen Regional School District Seeks Donations For 2nd Annual Winter Wonderland

This is the second year the school district will do the event, and it is seeking gift donations from the community.

2 Men Rescued From South Amboy Marsh Were Extremely Cold, Taken To Hospital, Officials Say

The two young men were extremely cold, as they had been stuck in the Raritan Bay marsh for hours, said a fire chief:

Teenage Boys Rescued After Boat Gets Stuck In Raritan Bay Marsh Sunday Night

South Amboy Police said they received a 911 call at 6:13 p.m. Sunday that a boat was lost in the marsh, and two teenage boys were aboard:

Matawan's Terhune Park Gets $187K Grant For Improvements

On Nov. 14, the Monmouth County Board of Commissioners awarded grants to 27 Monmouth County towns to make park improvements.

Bon Jovi Makes Surprise Visit At Sayreville Cafe Staffed By Teens With Special Needs

Bon Jovi grew up in Sayreville, and he sometimes pops into his hometown. These local teens were thrilled to meet him.

Keyport Man Fatally Stabbed Outside Linden TGI Friday's

Police say a Keyport man was fatally stabbed in a fight outside the Linden TGI Friday's Sunday night:

Old Bridge U.S. Marine, Former Police Officer Honored This Veterans' Day

Patrolman Peter “Pete” Benedict died unexpectedly in October 2023 at his home in Old Bridge Township.

Circle Brook Farm Organic Stock-Up & Winter Egg Shares

Fill your fridge, feed your family, and support local farmers — Circle Brook Farm’s “Stock-Up Share” returns for Thanksgiving week!

Matawan Gym Gets $13K Grant From State To Buy New Equipment

The owners of Paramount Gym​ on Rt. 34 just received a $13,656​ grant from the state to buy new gym equipment.

Mark Bishop Concedes Aberdeen Mayor Race To Greg Cannon

On Wednesday morning, Republican Mark Bishop conceded the Aberdeen mayoral race to Councilman Greg Cannon. Here's what he said:

Greg Cannon In Lead In Aberdeen Mayor, Town Council Election 2025: Live Results

Greg Cannon beat Republican rival Mark Bishop by a mere 290 votes on election night, according to unofficial results.

Democrats Taraszkiewicz, DeZaio In Lead In Matawan Town Council Election 2025

All Matawan voting precincts are now in, but these are not official results certified by the county.

Werneke, Mondella, Ascoli Win 2025 Matawan-Aberdeen School Board Election: Unofficial Results

The Parents Who Lead slate of Sheetal Werneke and Michael Mondella was challenged by William Talty. All precincts are now in:

Who's On The Ballot In Matawan/Aberdeen, Where To Vote

Vote at your regular polling place Tuesday:

Break-In Tuesday Night At Old Bridge Home; Suspect Arrested

This happened Tuesday night at a home on Yellowstone Drive in Old Bridge.

Aberdeen Election 2025: All The Candidate Profiles

The nearest place where you can vote early in person this week is in Hazlet, at Hazlet Fire Company #1, 570 Holmdel Road in Hazlet.

Keyport Man Hit, Killed By Car On NJ Turnpike

He had just been involved in a collision Monday morning on the Turnpike, and gotten out of his car when he was hit, said State Police.

New Jersey Cannabis Dispensary Near Aberdeen-Matawan Station

The Canna Bar, New Jersey's best-rated dispensary conveniently located moments from the Aberdeen-Matawan Station.