Remove the Statue of Asbury’s James Bradley, the Jim Crow of the North

By Tom DeSeno

James A Bradley statue in Asbury Park, NJ

Let me solve America’s current war on statues.  Not just weigh in – solve it.

Whether or not to remove a statue should be governed by the “doctrine of subsidiarity.”  What is subsidiarity?   The doctrine holds, “a community of a higher order should not interfere in the internal life of a community of a lower order, depriving the latter of its functions, but rather should support it in case of need.”

In other words, problems are best solved by those closest to the problem. Read the rest of this entry »

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Trump is wheels up: NFL criticism has ‘nothing’ to do with race

TRENTON — Air Force One was wheels up from New Jersey Sunday evening. But not before President Donald Trump gave an impromptu press conference on the tarmac at Morristown Municipal Airport. The press conference came after his comments about National Football League owners firing players who kneel during the national anthem sparked a mass increase in… Read the rest of this entry »

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35 swimmers saved during weekend in Belmar, officials say

BELMAR — Thirty-five swimmers were saved this weekend in the borough as Tropical storm Jose created life-threatening rip currents along the Jersey Shore. Belmar Mayor Matt Doherty said the 35 were pulled from the water along the borough’s 1.3-mile long coastline by lifeguards, police, the U.S. Coast Guard and the Belmar Water Rescue Team. Police rode… Read the rest of this entry »

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O’Scanlon calls for arbitration cap’s extension to control property taxes

TRENTON, N.J. – Calling the arbitration award cap one of the most important reforms implemented to control property taxes, Assemblyman Declan O’Scanlon said today that if the cap isn’t permanently extended taxpayers will face tax increases, draconian cuts to municipal services or both. O’Scanlon was a prime sponsor of the original cap law and vocal advocate of the extension. He was the only legislator appointed by the governor to sit on the Interest Arbitration Task Force.

“There’s no question that the cap has been successful and is an essential tool for municipalities to keep expenses and property taxes contained,” said O’Scanlon (R-Monmouth). “Every report we’ve done to date has been absolutely consistent and shows the arbitration and tax cap are working together as intended. You can’t keep the tax cap in place without the arbitration cap. You would create a mathematically untenable situation. And it isn’t just police and fire salary costs that are affected, there is a ripple effect throughout all salary expenses.” Read the rest of this entry »

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Obama will headline campaign event for Phil Murphy

TRENTON — Former President Barack Obama will host an event this fall for Democratic nominee for governor Phil Murphy, the candidate’s campaign confirmed Tuesday. The news was first reported by political newspaper The Hill. Derek Roseman, a spokesman for Murphy, confirmed the report but said there were “no details” to share yet about when, where or… Read the rest of this entry »

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Greg’s List: Things to Do in Monmouth County This Weekend, September 22-24, 2017

By Greg Kelly

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Friday, Sept. 22

• Fall Englishtown Swap Meet & Auto Show – MORE INFO
• F Theory by NJ Repertory Company (Long Branch) – MORE INFO
• “A Raisin in the Sun” at TRT (Red Bank) – MORE INFO
• Colts Neck Rockfest – MORE INFO
• New 2 You Kids Consignment Sale at BCC (Lincroft) – MORE INFO
• Into the Woods at Count Basie Theatre (Red Bank) – MORE INFO
• Red Bank Ghost Tours – MORE INFO
• College Women’s Field Hockey: Drexel vs. Monmouth U. (WLB) – MORE INFO

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Authorities Discover Guns, Explosives in Howell and Freehold

A three day investigation launched by the Monmouth County Prosecutor’s Office last Thursday led to the seizure of a total of 17 long-guns, 13 handguns, over 21 containers of ammunition and explosives.  Three men were arrested, according to a statement by Prosecutor Christopher J. Gramiccioni.

Investigators received information regarding an individual storing explosives and destructive materials in a Howell residence. On Friday night September 16, detectives from the Prosecutor’s Office and the Howell Township Police Department executed a search warrant at 191 Ford Road with the assistance of the New Jersey State Police Arson/Bomb Unit and a K-9 unit from the Bradley Beach Police Department.  Numerous firearms and ammunition, as well as a quantity of marijuana were seized. Read the rest of this entry »

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Wall’s legendary Circus Drive-In restaurant sold

WALL — The Circus Drive-In — the state’s most iconic drive-in restaurant — has officially been sold, marking the end of an era for the more than 60-year landmark. Gerard Norkus, of Harold Wien Real Estate, confirmed Monday that the property had been sold recently. According to NewJersey News12, the Circus is unlikely to reopen as… Read the rest of this entry »

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Christie to announce $200 million to fight opioid crisis

TRENTON — Gov. Chris Christie will announce this week $200 million in new initiatives to target the opioid crisis, primarily designed to overhaul addiction services, as he makes a final push on the issue he hopes will define his legacy. In a 90-minute interview with NJ Advance Media on Friday, Christie said the funding will be… Read the rest of this entry »

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Tropical storm watch issued as Jose heads toward East Coast

A tropical storm watch was issued Sunday evening in several states, including New Jersey, as Hurricane Jose continues to make its way toward the East Coast. The National Hurricane Center issued the watch as the hurricane’s maximum sustained winds picked up speed from 80 to 90 mph. As of 5 p.m. Sunday, the hurricane was about… Read the rest of this entry »

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