5 Things You Need to Know Today: Oct. 5

Here is a list of 5 things you need to know today:

1. Sunny Skies: Don't forget to grab your shades as you run out the door because according to the National Weather Service, today will be sunny with a high near 71 degrees. There will be a northwest wind between 10 and 17 mph. Tonight will be clear with a low around 51 degrees and a north wind around 11 mph.

2. Timber! Many Rumson residents have been frustrated and concerned since May with what they call a "clear cutting" on Navesink Ave. This past Monday, their concerns were put to rest as the Planning Board made a final decision about an appeal that has been dragged out for months. They ruled that the tree removal permit for 35 Navesink Avenue must be modified to require the additional planting of trees, the remaining trees are protected and erosion control measures are implemented. Click to read more about this topic and get more details.

3. Think Pink: October is , and the idea is to educate women and men and to raise money for the cure. Know of any awareness events happening in Rumson or Fair Haven this month? Click to tell us in the comments section of the article.

4. Brewing Up a Following: Local beer crafters from Monmouth and Ocean counties have gone toe to toe with Samuel Adams and Miller-owned brews at beer festivals this fall, and won. Click to read up on some of the local brews and even find a spot to grab one on tap!

5. Not Time Yet: Saying that "now is not my time," New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie announced Tuesday that he will not seek the Republican nomination for president in 2012. Standing behind a lecturn in the Statehouse in Trenton, Christie said he believed he owed it to the people of New Jersey to continue as governor. Click to read more about his announcement and tell us in the comments if you think he should have ran!