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200 animals removed as deadly fire erupts at Monmouth County shelter
EATONTOWN — A dryer fire at the Monmouth County SPCA shelter killed a cat and forced the shelter to evacuate. Associate Executive Director Barbara Lovell told New Jersey 101.5 that the initial fire at the Eatontown facility was discovered by two veterinary techs who were able to put out the flames with a fire extinguisher.
A First Of It’s Kind Store Is Moving Into This Popular NJ Mall
Get ready to shop till you drop, because a new store is getting ready to open in one Monmouth County Mall. Malls are always looking for ways to reinvent themselves and stay up to date as more and more shopping is done online than in-store. I think the Freehold Raceway...
Another beloved Jersey Shore restaurant set to close in days
We’re all pretty spoiled when it comes to great culinary options here in New Jersey. After all, we have some of the best food in the northeast, if not the best. Still, it’s always sad to lose a great legendary spot. It’s hard to believe, but after nearly two decades of serving up great food, drinks, and stunning views, Mister C’s Beach Bistro in Allenhurst is closing its doors for good.
Resident Finds Possible Mountain Lion Tracks in Monmouth County, NJ
"There are no mountain lions in New Jersey" - the official position of wildlife officials in New Jersey. For not being in New Jersey, many people have claimed to have seen mountain lions in New Jersey. I should know, I've heard from witnesses every month for the past few years!
$4.9M Luxury Horse Farm With Competition Pool For Sale In Rumson (Photos)
Annestes Horse Farm at 799 Navesink River Road in Rumson recently hit the market, offering a 7-bedroom historic French provincial main house, a 2-bedroom cottage, and a one-bedroom bungalow, according to the listing. The farm also features a five-stable barn with tack room and grooming hall, with multiple fenced pastures...
You can score big at the Monmouth County online fall surplus auction
FREEHOLD — Vehicles, trucks, equipment, and other miscellaneous items will be available for sale, starting this weekend. It’s that time of year for the Monmouth County Fall Surplus Online Auction conducted by USGovBid/Auction Liquidation Services. It will begin on Oct. 19, and continue through Oct. 22, The Monmouth...
Perfect for Halloween: NJ brewery debuts new fall beer
Picture it: it’s Halloween night, you’ve got your favorite horror movie on, and you’ve maybe dipped into the candy you bought for the trick-or-treaters in your neighborhood, what’s one thing that could make it better?. A nice cold fall-flavored beer from Source Brewing in Colts Neck,...
Local Friday's Slams Doors With No Notice Given
Earlier this week we noticed large dumpsters outside of number of Central Jersey Friday's locations. It did not take long for the signs to go up on the doors saying "we are temporarily closed" but are they? A quick look inside tells a drastically different story as these locations are now empty shells, lights off and parking lots empty. We asked an employee how long they would be closed, they shrugged and said they were told to throw everything out and empty the liquor bottles. One man who asked not to be named said the company expects the management team to clean up the mess on their own. This is a tough item to swallow when you aren't sure if you are even getting paid. It appears they are just beginning the next round closures, with plenty of other ripe spots ready to ride off into the sunset. We have found sites closed in New York, New Jersey and Florida among other states. So far Brick, Hazlet, Old Bridge, Iselin, Piscataway, Watchung, and Springfield are shuttered with people wondering where their next paycheck will come from. Unofficial numbers say this round is an additional 50 stores on top of the 12 last month and probably 50 more since January when they downed 36.
Allergen-free bakery expands on Staten Island, offering hope for those with dietary restrictions
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Safe and simultaneously delicious baked goods are a tough score for those suffering from food allergies or celiac disease. To conquer that challenge, the borough’s own chef Rob Leyko and his partners have cultivated their niche business, Baking A Difference Allergen Free (BADAF.) The...
Changes to SNAP benefits: What items can I purchase?
STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. -- If you’re struggling to put food on the table, you may be eligible for the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), which helps millions of Americans purchase groceries. SNAP provides residents who meet certain income requirements with varying amounts of monthly electronic benefits, which can be...
Warm week ahead as fishermen zero in on striped bass and sea bass
Surf fishermen were out early Monday morning picking up striped bass at a few locales, as a week of warm sunshine and mostly light breezes lies ahead. Giglio's Tackle in Sea Bright reported a striped bass landed on an SP Minnow. Grumpy's Tackle in Seaside Park got a report from shop customer Alex Tongas who was still on the beach when he sent in word of a schoolie-size bass that was right around keeper size. Tongas...
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