While researching Monmouth Beach history, I’m frequently surprised by the caliber of people who have called this small community home. One former borough resident...

The first borough commissioner I ever knew well was Sidney B. Johnson. No surprise there — he was a Monmouth Beach icon. Those familiar...

During the first century of Monmouth Beach governance for nearly half of that time a dynamic father-son combo ran things as activist mayors. These...

Memorial Day Weekend Remembrance … For those who don’t know the Heimbold family of Monmouth Beach — you should. They’ve done a lot of...

Memorial Day Weekend Remembrance … He lived in Monmouth Beach (enjoying summers at “The Club”). He came from an abundant family (born one of...

Find You or Yours (click on the image to enlarge) … This 1974 Monmouth Beach Recreation Department photo was taken on Raccoon Island. It...

Note: The following is a condensation of pertinent facts from the book Family Trees by William G. Sheehan. It was edited by Michael Sheehan....

The guy traveled a long way since his first job as an umbrella boy at the Monmouth Beach Club. James J. Maguire, Sr., who...

For many summers and for many people, the Monmouth Beach Bathing Pavilion has been an excellent spot to relax and enjoy. And a man...

Richard L. Keller, that rare fine blend of command and merriment, was the ultimate public servant. The town’s longest serving Chief of Police was...

It’s that time when Americans are hearing about the U.S. Census Bureau and its “Decennial Census” — a once-a-decade population and housing count of...

She was a teacher who was popular with the kids, trusted by the parents, and respected by her colleagues. That’s no small accomplishment. Joan...

If ever there was an athlete who brought pride and glory to Red Bank Catholic High School athletics, it’s my sister and Monmouth Beach...

They are forever elusive to me. I wish so much I could have known them better. To be with them — if only for...

Monmouth Beach Name Game — #3 Contest: The first person to correctly identify all the people in the photo below will win a $25...

The Monmouth Beach Cultural Center is now conducting its 2019-20 membership drive. The cost for a 1-year membership is $25 for a person and...