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 those who don’t know the Heimbold family of Monmouth Beach — you should. They’ve done a lot of meaningful things for the town...

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...

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

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

He lived in Monmouth Beach (enjoying summers at “The Club”). He came from an abundant family (born one of 20 double first cousins). He...

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...

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

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...

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