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...

Douglas Elliman Luxury Real Estate by Danielle Lacko Team

A waterfront resident of Monmouth County NJ—near the highly anticipated Netflix Studios development, Danielle offers firsthand local knowledge and lifestyle insight that extends far beyond the transaction. Her expertise spans oceanfront estates, waterfront homes, luxury condos, and high-value investment properties across the most desirable New Jersey Shore towns. Backed by one of the world’s leading luxury brokerages, Danielle combines hyper-local market expertise with the global reach and metropolitan access of Douglas Elliman—delivering elevated service, strategic marketing, and exceptional results for buyers, sellers, and investors alike. Her area of focus is from Monmouth Beach to Mantoloking, Rumson to Short Hills, And-across the Manhattan Skyline.

Carly Baldwin

Little Silver-Oceanport

Douglas Elliman Luxury Real Estate by Danielle...

A waterfront resident of Monmouth County NJ—near the highly anticipated Netflix Studios development, Danielle offers firsthand local knowledge and...

The Teaching Dragon

Elementary school tutor specializing in one on one tutoring grades PreK - 3rd grade in person or on zoom.  Experienced empathetic teacher building student confidence and a passion for learning.

Monmouth

Union Beach

Elementary school tutor specializing in one on one tutoring grades PreK - 3rd grade in person or on zoom. Experienced empathetic teacher building...

Concierge Real Estate in Rumson / Fair Haven: Sell Smarter

Katherine "Kate" Raftery

Rumson and Fair Haven Listing Agent | Concierge Real Estate to Maximize Your Home Value If you’re thinking about selling your home in Rumson or Fair Haven, strategy matters. Northern Monmouth County buyers move quickly — and they pay a premium for homes that feel updated, well-maintained, and truly move-in ready. The right preparation directly impacts your sale price, days on market, and negotiating power. As a top local Rumson and Fair Haven listing agent, I offer a concierge real estate approach designed to maximize your home’s value before it ever hits the MLS. That means: Coordinating clean-outs (basements, attics, garages) Managing repairs and smart cosmetic updates Overseeing vendor timelines Strategic staging designed to attract stronger offers We focus on improvements that increase your net profit — not random renovations. If a kitchen refresh, bathroom update, lighting upgrade, or exterior improvement is likely to deliver a return in this market, I’ll guide the strategy and manage the process. If it won’t add value? We skip it. You won’t be handed a checklist and left to figure it out. You’ll get a clear, customized plan for selling your home in Rumson, Fair Haven, or Northern Monmouth County — including what to do, what to avoid, projected costs, and expected return. You make the key decisions. I handle the details. If you’re researching how to sell your home in Rumson or Fair Haven, let’s start with a smart plan designed to protect and maximize your home value. Kate Raftery Realtor | Owner NextHome Peninsula Realty Group Rumson &amp; Fair Haven Real Estate Specialist

Rumson-Fair Haven

Rumson and Fair Haven Listing Agent | Concierge Real Estate to Maximize Your Home Value If you’re thinking about selling your home in Rumson or...

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...

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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.

Englishtown

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

Huntington Learning Center

At our distraction-free learning center, we are more than just a leading provider of tutoring and test prep programs, we are your trusted partner in education to build your student’s academic skill sets, confidence and motivation — so that they can excel both in school and in life. We are open on most school-closed holidays and offer both private and group personalized tutoring programs.

Middletown

At our distraction-free learning center, we are more than just a leading provider of tutoring and test prep programs, we are your trusted partner...

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The NJ Paddock Car Storage Facility

An INSURED, Secure, Climate Controlled Antique, Classic and Exotic car storage facility.

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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...

Holistic Care Solutions: ICCC's Integrated Approach

Integrated Care Concepts

Integrated Care Concepts and Consultation (ICCC) is one of the only facilities in the country to embrace the total body healing modalities found in both Western and Eastern philosophies. Our team of licensed therapists and highly trained mind-body specialists use a host of mental health treatment methodologies to provide holistic, trauma-informed care in an environment designed to offer comfort, calm, and the ideal space for transformation and growth.

Long Branch-Eatontown

Integrated Care Concepts and Consultation (ICCC) is one of the only facilities in the country to embrace the total body healing modalities found in...

Dawn Mazzeo has taken over Kick Fitness in Fair Haven previously run by Vanessa Berry. Join us tomorrow for 2 wonderful classes.  Donna's Winchell's signature "Total Body Conditioning" at 8:20 followed by Donna's "Cardio &amp; Stretch" where you will burn tons of calories and then improve your flexibility. We are located at 740 River Rd near Raven and the Peach. First class is FREE. Find our schedule at <a href="http://www.kickfitnj.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.kickfitnj.com</a>

Kick Fitness gets a makeover!

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Costa Verde

Get ready for a night of nonstop laughs at Pats Place 4 Comedy at Costa Verde!&nbsp; Join us on Friday, June 5th at 6039 NJ-35, South Amboy, NJ 08879 for an unforgettable evening of great food and hilarious stand-up. Enjoy dinner at 7:00 PM, followed by the show at 8:00 PM. 2 item minimum. 🎟 Tickets: $25 at the door or $20 online: https://bit.ly/41LuiMn Featuring an incredible lineup:Johnny Watson (Headliner)Johnny Watson delivers high-energy, sharp observational comedy with quick wit and unforgettable punchlines every night. Jeff Greenberg (Feature)Jeff Greenberg brings clever storytelling, relatable humor, and seasoned stage presence that connects with audiences. Andrew Rich (Guest)Andrew Rich offers fresh perspectives, quirky insights, and engaging style that keeps crowds laughing nonstop. Randi Simon Lupo (Host)Randi Simon Lupo energizes audiences with humor, charismatic hosting, and improvisation that ties shows together. Grab your friends, bring your appetite, and come ready to laugh—this is a show you don’t want to miss!

Local Event: Johnny Watson Headlines in Sayreville June 5th 

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Sayreville

Johnny Watson Headlines in Sayreville June 5th 

Get ready for a night of nonstop laughs at Pats Place 4 Comedy at Costa Verde!  Join us on Friday, June 5th at 6039 NJ-35,...

St George's By the River

St. George’s-by-the-River Episcopal Church is excited to host its 78th Annual Canterbury Fair—rain or shine—on Saturday, June 6th from 8:00 AM–3:00 PM.
Early Access for Early Bird Shoppers Get in before the crowds from 8:00–9:30 AM for a $10 entry fee. The fair opens free to all at 9:30 AM!
Fun for Kids &amp; Families Our expanded Canterbury Kids section is bigger and better than ever, perfect for keeping kids entertained all day long.
New &amp; Exciting for 2026:
<ul><li>Dance Party Dome Bounce House</li><li>Virtual Reality Experience</li><li>Rock Climbing Wall</li><li>Pickleball</li><li>Mini Golf …and more!</li></ul>
$25 all-day wristband for unlimited games, with $5 tickets available for Rock Climbing &amp; VR experiences.
Shop, Discover &amp; Enjoy Browse what many call the best White Elephant Marketplace this side of the river, plus:
<ul><li>Garden items 🌿</li><li>Jewelry 💎</li><li>Unique treasures &amp; finds</li></ul>
&nbsp;Food for Every Taste From baked goods and tea to burgers and more—come hungry! Plus, enjoy a specialty coffee vendor serving up your favorite handcrafted drinks.
Easy &amp; Free Parking Take advantage of our free shuttle service starting at 7:30 AM from Holy Cross Church (free parking) to the fair and back.
Giving Back All proceeds support St. George’s ministries and outreach partners.Learn more: <a href="https://www.stgeorgesrumson.org/78thcanterburyfair" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">stgeorgesrumson.org/78thcanterburyfair</a>

Local Event: 78th Canterbury Fair 

78th Canterbury Fair 

St. George’s-by-the-River Episcopal Church is excited to host its 78th Annual Canterbury Fair—rain or shine—on Saturday, June...

Kick Performing Arts is celebrating the Grand Opening of its brand new Oceanport location with a special event on Tuesday, June 16th at 4PM. Join us as we cut the ribbon at our doors located inside the RiverWalk Center. Indulge in for some family-friendly fun &amp; festivities including free classes and giveaways, sparkle and glam stations, sweets treats and refreshments, and a special princess dance party featuring a guest appearance by one of your child's favorite princesses! We are thrilled to open our doors &amp; welcome you all! We hope to see you there!!

Local Event: Grand Opening of KICK Performing Arts Studios' Brand New Oceanport Location 

Grand Opening of KICK Performing Arts Studios'...

Kick Performing Arts is celebrating the Grand Opening of its brand new Oceanport location with a special event on Tuesday, June...

Grand Opening of KICK Performing Arts Studios' Brand New Oceanport Location 

🌱 Patch AM: A Sip & Shop Event for Mental...

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Rumson Borough Council 2026 Primary Election:...

The polls have closed, and the votes are in. See unofficial election results in Rumson:

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Public Works Job Fair Set In Monmouth County:...

Attendees will be able to meet Department of Public Works representatives and explore career opportunities with Monmouth County.

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Freehold Public Library To Reopen After...

The shooting took place in late April and left one man with a gunshot wound to the cheek, authorities said.

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