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In a Facebook post, the Monmouth County Park system warns that Park Rangers have observed dead and infirm Canada Geese in some of our parks this week.
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The Monmouth County Board of County Commissioners has proclaimed February 2026 as American Heart Month and is inviting all County residents to join them in fighting heart disease.
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Brookdale’s Performing Arts Center in Lincroft debuts Laugh Lab, a six‑night adult‑themed improv series running Feb. 19–20, Mar. 12–13, and May 7–8. Shows start at 7 p.m. Tickets are $10.
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Monmouth County launched “Slice in Monmouth,” offering free pro‑made social media videos to boost independent pizzerias’ online reach. The first was filmed at Federici’s in Freehold.
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For the first time since 1891, Red Bank’s ice boaters lost the Van Nostrand Cup, as a Hudson River team took two straight wins on the frozen Navesink River.
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FirstEnergy is replacing 1970s-era equipment and upgrading 10 miles of lines across northern Monmouth County, aiming to cut outages and improve reliability for 25,000 customers by spring.
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Little Silver’s Chris Gotterup storms back to win the Phoenix Open in a playoff, earning his second victory of the season and climbing to fifth in the world.
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Monmouth County names its 2026 Snowplow Contest winners, honoring students from Tinton Falls and Union Beach for their creative submissions.
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Sergeant First Class Sean Acker of Howell Township has died from complications of a work‑related injury. The longtime trooper and Air Force veteran will be laid to rest Monday in Howell.
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Bruce Springsteen’s 2024 Sea.Hear.Now homecoming set comes to vinyl and CD for Record Store Day on April 18, capturing three hours of his powerful Asbury Park performance.
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Long Branch will begin building a fully accessible ocean pier within 60 days. The 550‑foot structure will include fishing access, seating, lighting, and a refreshment kiosk.
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Surprise your sweetheart with a Singing Valentine as the Chorus of the Atlantic delivers barbershop serenades and a long‑stemmed rose across Monmouth County from Feb. 11–14.
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A joint investigation by county, federal, and local authorities led to the arrests of four Ocean County residents on drug‑related charges following months of surveillance.
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Extreme cold and heavy ice caused part of the Keansburg Fishing Pier to collapse into Raritan Bay. Managers say the owners plan to rebuild as freezing conditions continue.
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A judge has refused to dismiss Toms River Mayor Dan Rodrick’s lawsuit over tenure charges he says were political retaliation. The case involving Middletown school officials returns to court March 10.
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The New Jersey Department of Children and Families (NJ DCF) announced that the Family Connects NJ program (FCNJ) – the state’s Universal Nurse Home Visiting program – has been expanded to support more families welcoming home a newborn in six new counties. The service is now available in all of South Jersey, and most of Central and North Jersey, with program rollout on track to reach statewide implementation next year.
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Monmouth County is offering a free 2026 tire pick‑up program through March 31 to help reduce mosquito breeding. Residents can schedule collection for up to ten tires without rims.
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According to World Atlas, New Jersey’s small towns are getting national attention for their charm, culture, and walkable downtowns and two Monmouth County favorites have landed on a new list celebrating the state’s best places to wander.