Category: MB People

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Monmouth Beach — “Men of Honor”

They were a couple of rocks in the sturdy foundation of what became Monmouth Beach — Garrett White and Nelson Lockwood. Both men exhibited...

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Monmouth Beach Politics: J & J Style

From the official start of Monmouth Beach for nearly half of that time a dynamic father-son combo ran things as activist mayors. Indeed, their...

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Vivian Johnson: Shore Nightclub Queen

She was the fashionable female contingent of the borough’s most famous political family. Vivian Johnson, born in Monmouth Beach in 1901, was a trend-setter...

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MB Commissioners Through the Years

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

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James Heimbold — Duty, Honor, Country

Veteran’s Day remembrance … For those who don’t know the Heimbold family of Monmouth Beach — you should. They’ve done a lot of meaningful...

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Lefty Sheehan: Remembering a War Hero

Veteran’s Day remembrance … • He lived in Monmouth Beach (enjoying summers at “The Club”). • He came from an abundant family (born one...

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High Living in Monmouth Beach

“The Shores” and “The Admiralty” — Oceanfront High-Rises Rule the Coast Seeking to increase town tax ratables — then badly needed to fund a...

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Elmer Fudd in Monmouth Beach

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

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MB Patriots: Chief Richard L. Keller

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...

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Marriage Over, Consider Options

Growing up in Monmouth Beach I remember that my parents had what you’d call a “good marriage.” Mostly because my mom — as the daughter...

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Bill Heath: Lord of the Beach

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

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MB Patriots: Joan Delehanty

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...

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