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Bon Jovi grew up in Sayreville, and he sometimes pops into his hometown. These local teens were thrilled to meet him.
It was one of 80 beach clean-ups held across the state Oct. 18. The county will next host a trail clean-up Nov. 15. Volunteers needed.
Autographs from Yankees' Oswaldo Cabrera, Mets legend Howard Johnson and Rangers great Ron Greschner, BMX stunt show and a family fun zone:
YMCA of the Jersey Shore Opens its Door to All During "Welcoming Week," Sept. 13-20
"Be patient —​ a cure may take awhile, but don’t let diabetes get in your way. You can still do anything," says this local teen.
Middlesex County's popular "Music-in-the-Park" free summer concerts returns, and this summer they added a new children's series.
The new park, perfect for seniors to relax in, used to be the site of the former County Department of Public Works garage.​
Summer Promotion: Join Us at the YMCA from May 15 - July 1 with No Enrollment Fee!
A fourth grader at McDivitt Elementary School​ just won the 2025 "Fun Things to Do Instead of Doing Drugs" contest.
Regional Y Earns National Accreditation, Invites Families to Stand Up for Kids During Child Abuse Prevention Month
YMCA Hosts Healthy Kids Day April 26, Kicking Off a Season of Fun, Learning & Family Time
Registration for Day Camp Opens February 3
Tell us your poison story! Open to all students K-12th grade.
No appointment is required, walk-ins are welcome. Held at the Middlesex County Fire Academy on the following dates:
These Matawan middle- and high-schoolers donated several hours of their time on Saturday to join Clean Ocean Action's annual "Beach Sweep."
The playground will be built on what is currently a vacant lot near the ball fields, at 99 George Street in South Amboy.
Yankee Shane Spencer, NY Giants two-time winning Super Bowl champion Ahmad Bradshaw and NY Ranger Stephane Matteau will sign autographs:
Be aware of hidden dangers at home and in school that can lead to potentially dangerous mishaps and calls to the poison control center.
A make-up date has not been immediately scheduled.
YMCA Offers Water Safety Tips, Encourages Swim Lessons to Prevent Drowning Accidents this Summer
Discover Engaging Activities Promoting Healthy Habits for Kids of All Ages at Free Event April 20 at YMCA of Greater Monmouth County
YMCA of Greater Monmouth County
Last March, this Perth Amboy High School teenager was diagnosed with a brain tumor that wrapped around her spinal cord.
"Newly Fallen Snow," created by Nora Healey of Matawan, was selected from nearly 1,000 drawings by 8- to 14-year-olds from across the U.S.
Although Halloween is a time filled with exciting and fun activities, it’s a busy time for everyone, including the state’s poison center.
If you donate old costumes, you can then shop for new costumes at the Costume Swap Sept. 30 in Freneau Woods Park in Aberdeen:
Bring the kids to meet these popular professional athletes and get their autographs, from 1-3 p.m. on Aberdeen Day, Sept. 23:
Due to the extreme heat this week, the Aberdeen Township Spray Park will stay open daily until 7 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 10.
A baby girl was born at 2:30 a.m. July 7 inside her mother's Delaware Avenue bedroom. This Bayshore EMT recounts what she saw that night:
Held from 11 a.m.-12 p.m. on Thursdays, June 29-August 24, this free program invites residents to join naturalists at Freneau Woods:
It will open again Wednesday, usual hours, after it was closed Tuesday for regular maintenance.
YMCA of Greater Monmouth County Hosts Free Healthy Kids Day® April 29 to Inspire Health & Well-being
Summer Adventure Camp hold 75 children. This is a first-come, first-serve registration. Register here:
Here's why Sayreville seventh grader Scarlett Stiso was honored as the Rutgers Shining Knight of the Game Sunday:
Before you spend money at a Spirit Halloween, check out a wonderful (and free) "costume swap" hosted by the Monmouth County Parks System:
The Matawan-Aberdeen Boy Scouts helped retire more than 1,500 American flags that were collected by Sheriff Shaun Golden and his officers:
This past Saturday, April 9, 331 volunteers — just like these girls —met at Raritan Bay Waterfront Park​ in South Amboy.
Every day, the girls practice at the Cheer Dream Xplosion gym off Hwy. 34. On April 23-25 they'll be competing in Orlando.
The Veterans' Memorial Spray Park was actually designed by Aberdeen resident Don Norbut.
Summer spending doesn't have to break the bank! Here are a few ways to cut back while still having some big fun all year.
If you're pregnant, don't stress— a new book explains just what to do while making your baby, from healthy diets to the checklist you need.
It's common to feel suffocated by all of our material objects. Luckily, there are some ways to simplify our lives as parents and people.
Every parent wants to crack the code on their picky eaters — without having to force-feed them. Here are some techniques that will help.
Planning a getaway with a toddler? It might not be as sunny as you hoped, if you're not prepared. Here are some tips to remember!
A recent book suggests that over-parenting your child could be doing more harm than good — but how do you know when you're guilty of it?
You've heard of the helicopter parent, but there’s a new term sweeping the playgrounds. Are you guilty of it?
With a little creative thinking, courage, and planning, you can find a modern-day workflow that actually works for you and your family.