Freehold|News|
Monmouth County Sheriff Primary Election 2025: Mike Warren
Candidate Mike Warren shares why he’s running for election as Monmouth County Sheriff in 2025.
Sara Winick, Patch Staff
Sara Winick, Patch Staff
- Freehold, NJ
Sara Winick is an NJ Local Editor covering Freehold, Holmdel-Hazlet, Manalapan, Marlboro-Colts Neck, Red Bank-Shrewsbury, Rumson-Fair Haven and Wall. A recent graduate of American University, Sara received a Bachelor of Arts degree in Journalism and Creative Writing in 2024, and has lived in Central Jersey for most of her life.
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Marlboro-Coltsneck, NJ|News|
1 Person Killed In Crash On Route 18 In Marlboro: Prosecutor
The crash occurred Monday morning on Route 18 north in the area of Route 520, authorities said.
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Freehold|News|
Monmouth County Man Indicted In Fatal Hit-And-Run: Prosecutor
The man was indicted after the incident occurred in February, prosecutors said. See details:
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Rumson-Fair Haven, NJ|News|
Update On Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge Marine Travel & Schedule
See the latest on when the Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge will open, and what the bridge schedule is for the summer:
Sara Winick, Patch Staff
Freehold|News|
Memorial Day Events Planned Throughout Monmouth County
Memorial Day weekend has arrived. Here's your guide to local parades, ceremonies, events and more planned throughout the weekend:
Sara Winick, Patch Staff
Red Bank-Shrewsbury, NJ|News|
See Full List Of Winners For 2025 Basie Awards
Each year, the Basie Awards look to honor the best of Monmouth County’s high school theatre. See this year’s list of winners:
Sara Winick, Patch Staff
Freehold|News|
Monmouth County Board of Commissioners Primary 2025: Jacqui Wenzel
Candidate Jacqui Wenzel shares why she's running for election on the Monmouth County Board of County Commissioners.
Sara Winick, Patch Staff
Freehold|News|
DWI Checkpoints Planned Throughout Monmouth County
See when and where you can expect checkpoints to take place over Memorial Day Weekend:
Sara Winick, Patch Staff
Rumson-Fair Haven, NJ|News|
Red Horse To Offer Memorial Day Weekend Discount
Active military, veterans and their guests will get 25% off food and drinks at this county location for Memorial Day Weekend. See details:
Sara Winick, Patch Staff
Marlboro-Coltsneck, NJ|News|
‘Every Little Cent Counts’: Colts Neck Schools Approve 2025-26 Budget
The Board of Education adopted the 2025-26 budget with a near-zero tax increase during a board meeting in early May. See details:
Sara Winick, Patch Staff
Wall, NJ|News|
Smoke Shops Sold Marijuana Illegally, Wall Police Say; Owners Charged
Raids on the shops led to authorities seizing “substantial amounts” of controlled dangerous substances, untaxed products and more.
Sara Winick, Patch Staff
Across New Jersey, NJ|News|
3 NJ Towns Among Kindest In The U.S., New Survey Says
See which towns in the Garden State are known for being the most welcoming to strangers:
Sara Winick, Patch Staff
Manalapan, NJ|News|
Pole Fire Closes Tennent Road In Manalapan: Police
The road is currently closed in both directions as repairs are still ongoing. See details:
Sara Winick, Patch Staff
Freehold|News|
Freehold Township Committee Primary Election 2025: Maureen Fasano
Candidate Maureen Fasano shares why she’s running for re-election on the Freehold Township Committee in 2025.
Sara Winick, Patch Staff
Rumson-Fair Haven, NJ|News|
Fair Haven River Rats Sailing To Host Memorial Day Open House
Event attendees will be able to learn more about River Rats’ sailing programs and enjoy an afternoon on the water. See details:
Sara Winick, Patch Staff
Holmdel-Hazlet, NJ|News|
New Blood Donor Center Opens In Holmdel
NJ Blood Services was joined by local officials, residents and community leaders for the center’s grand opening event on Tuesday.
Sara Winick, Patch Staff
Marlboro-Coltsneck, NJ|News|
Marlboro High School Student Earns Congressional Civilian Award
Suchit Basineni, a senior at High Technology High School, was recently recognized by the Board of County Commissioners for his achievement.
Sara Winick, Patch Staff
Freehold|News|
Monmouth County Board of Commissioners Primary 2025: Vito Colasurdo
Candidate Vito Colasurdo shares why he’s running for election on the Monmouth County Board of County Commissioners.
Sara Winick, Patch Staff
Holmdel-Hazlet, NJ|News|
‘Goal: Zero’ Enforcement Detail Set For Route 34 In Holmdel
The high-visibility campaign aims to confront the rise in traffic deaths New Jersey has seen in recent years. See details:
Sara Winick, Patch Staff
Red Bank-Shrewsbury, NJ|News|
Red Bank Family, Pediatric Practices Seek Bottled Water Donations
Red Bank Family Medicine and IMA Pediatrics are just some of the many locations participating in IMA’s annual bottled water drive.
Sara Winick, Patch Staff
