I've been a longtime community journalist in Monmouth County, and now I'm writing about life here for Patch. I'll bring you news from several towns, including Red Bank, Holmdel and Howell. Your interests are mine too, so email me at patricia.mcdaniel@patch.com.
The Broadwalk, Red Bank's car-free dining plaza, should get formal approval by the Borough Council on April 12, with plans to reopen May 15.
Final figures, tax rates for the Freehold Regional High School District budget will be presented April 27.
Police said a Hightstown resident reported to them that his car was disabled near Iron Ore Road, then was taken.
"Concerning remarks" made by a student last week were "not credible" and no cause for alarm, Manalapan High School principal said Friday.
The Freehold Regional High School District will host 120 schools at its College Fair Wednesday, March 29, at Freehold Township High School.
Regina Mullen has received the NCIS report on her son Kyle Mullen's death during Navy SEAL training last year. Now she wants accountability.
A Marlboro family's home was burglarized in July, but no arrests could be made until a note in a stolen wallet connected the dots.
Freehold Borough announces registration is now open for those interested in becoming a caretaker of a stray cat colony in a trial program.
Sue Wankel, administrative assistant to the Athletic Department at Rumson-Fair Haven Regional High School, is honored by state organization.
The Howell Easter in the Park event at Oak Glen Park will take place Sunday, March 26, following reports of bad weather for Saturday.
Holmdel police investigation: Paterson man arrested, charged with nine counts of shoplifting from a local Marshalls & Home Goods store.
Howell would require licensing of retailers selling e-cigarettes, and would regulate smoking in certain public places under the proposal.
Soul group “The Trammps” will highlight a musical Manalapan Day 2023, as the township also marks its 175th anniversary.
Clients at a Freehold agency's winter housing program get fresh looks with free haircuts from Reflections II Barbershop, Freehold Township.
An 18-year-old Lakewood student suffered a head injury; police said Howell driver ignored the bus's flashing red lights when it stopped.
Katherine Arias of Red Bank was reported missing in June. Red Bank police put out a new call for information Wednesday.
Inspiration, inventiveness are on the agenda at the Eastern Branch, Monmouth County Library, Makers Day event Saturday.
The multi-service nonprofit in Red Bank not only prepares tasty meals, but serves the homebound and offers Life Skills services.
Howell Councilwoman Susan Fischer wants another community meeting - in Farmingdale - on the cleanup of the 15 Marl Road industrial site.
Even with an increase in state aid, other costs require a 3.88 percent property tax rate increase for the 2023-2024 Holmdel school budget.
