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Articles by Patrick Olivero
Red Bank Dresses Up for 78th Halloween Parade
By Patrick Olivero RED BANK – A huge crowd joined the borough’s 78th annual Halloween parade Oct. 18, with costumed participants and decorated floats making their way along Broad Street. Hosted by Red Bank Parks and Recreation with co-host Red Bank RiverCenter, the parade brought together local schools, community organizations and residents for a tradition that parks and recreation director Oscar Salinas described as one of the borough’s biggest events.
Middletown Volunteers Honor Veterans, One Flag at a Time
By Patrick Olivero MIDDLETOWN – Volunteers planted approximately 5,000 American flags on the front lawn of Westminster Presbyterian Church Oct. 10, beginning the congregation’s annual tribute to veterans with help from community partners who supplied thousands of replacement flags. Scouts and residents worked among the rows, carrying bundles of flags and planting them in the ground.
From Lederhosen to Lifted Steins, Highlands Celebrates Oktoberfest
By Patrick Olivero HIGHLANDS – A week after a nor’easter flooded parts of the borough, visitors filled Veterans Park Oct. 3 for Highlands Oktoberfest, gathering for German food, live music and a fall celebration hosted by the Highlands Business Partnership. The flooding had raised questions about whether the event could proceed. The partnership credited the Highlands’ Department of Public Works with a swift cleanup and said the park itself had escaped flooding during the storm.
Monmouth Marches into America’s 250th with ‘Red, White & You!’ Parade
By Patrick Olivero MIDDLETOWN – On June 28, Monmouth County marked the nation’s upcoming 250th anniversary with “America’s Big Birthday Parade: Red, White & You!,” a countywide celebration that stepped off from the Middletown train station and ended with a festival at Mater Dei Park. The parade also fell on the 248th anniversary of the Battle of Monmouth, fought June 28, 1778, tying the day’s red, white and blue celebration to the county’s Revolutionary War history.
TWO RIVER THEATER CONNECTS WOMEN WITH SUPPORT IN THIRD ANNUAL FAIR
By Patrick Olivero Representatives from the Parker Family Health Center were on hand to offer information during the Two River Theater’s annual Women’s Health Fair in March. PATRICK OLIVERO RED BANK – Two River Theater hosted its third annual Women’s Health Fair in Red Bank during Women’s History Month, bringing together more than 25 community partners for a day centered on resources, education and wellness.
Tinton Falls Joins Nationwide No Kings Day of Protest
A crowd estimated by organizers at nearly 2,500 lined Asbury Avenue between Green Grove and Essex roads March 28 as part of a No Kings protest in Tinton Falls. Patrick Olivero Protest signs were everywhere at the No Kings rally, addressing immigration enforcement, the war in Iran, voting rights, LGBTQ+ rights and broader concerns about democracy and executive power.
Music to Their Ears: All Shore Band Concert Hits the High Notes
By Patrick Olivero NEPTUNE – More than 300 people attended the 2026 All Shore Band Directors Concert at Neptune High School March 21, where student musicians from across Monmouth and Ocean counties came together for a regional performance shaped by auditions, rehearsals and the work of directors from many schools.
Red Bank Honors Dr. King with Voices of Faith, Art and Service
The annual Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Community Commemorative Celebration took place in Red Bank Jan. 19, where attendees were encouraged to remain engaged in the work King championed. Speakers from religious, political and cultural realms addressed a large audience, and later joined hands to sing “We Shall Overcome.” Read more on page 4. Photo by Patrick Olivero Pilgrim Baptist Church pastor Rev. Terrence K. Porter. Photo by Patrick Olivero Peter-Donnell Boynton.
New Home, New Face: Jazz Arts Project Celebrates Red Bank Move with Mural Reveal
Leaders and students of the Jazz Arts Project in Red Bank are joined by borough officials at the official opening of its new location at 50 White St. Dec. 6. A door mural of jazz great Miles Davis was unveiled. Patrick Olivero Students perform in the new Jazz Arts Project space. Patrick Olivero Local artist Michael White created the bold orange-and-black portrait of Miles Davis that drew cheers as the cloth dropped during the ribbon-cutting Dec. 6.
With Habitat for Humanity, Local Family Builds a New Future in Fair Haven
By Patrick Olivero FAIR HAVEN – On a quiet neighborhood street in Fair Haven, volunteers in paint-splattered clothes work side-by-side with future homeowner Lindsay McCue, rolling fresh coats of white paint along the walls of what will soon become her family’s new home. The two-story duplex, built by Monmouth County Habitat for Humanity in cooperation with the borough of Fair Haven’s affordable housing program, marks the 84th home the nonprofit has constructed in Monmouth County.
From the Scary to the Divine, 76th Annual Red Bank Halloween Parade Delivers
By Patrick Olivero RED BANK – No spooky wind or ghastly rain ruined the 76th annual Red Bank Halloween Parade Sunday, Oct. 20. Instead, warm temperatures and sunny skies graced the parade route and shined brightly on princesses, superheroes, videogame characters, monsters and more. The lineup for the parade began at 1 p.m. at the corner of Hudson Avenue and E. Bergen Place.
2024 St. Mary’s Great Fair Open for Laughter, Thrills and Memories
By Patrick Olivero MIDDLETOWN – The 70th annual St. Mary Great Fair opened Monday, June 24 in the church parking lot on Cherry Tree Farm Road. The fair offers families a fun experience for all ages, whether you’re a thrill-seeker, a foodie or looking to try your luck at a 50/50 or other carnival games.
New Sk8 Park Rolls into Town
By Patrick Olivero MIDDLETOWN – Dozens of skaters turned out Tuesday afternoon, March 12 to help launch the new Sk8 Park at Bill Kunkel Memorial Park in the Leonardo section of the township. Located along the Henry Hudson Trail, the facility, on the site of a former roller hockey rink, can be used for skateboarding, inline skating and scootering.
A Show of Respect at the Annual Middletown Veterans Day Parade
By Patrick Olivero MIDDLETOWN – The township held its 66th annual Veterans Day Parade under sunny skies, mild temperatures and lots of waving American flags Sunday, Nov. 5. Sponsored by VFW Post 2179 and the township, the parade honors veterans from all military branches.
Joyful Screams Fill the Air at St. Mary’s Annual Fair
By Patrick Olivero MIDDLETOWN – The annual St. Mary’s Great Fair got underway Monday, June 26 as crowds braved the humidity and seemingly daily threat of thunderstorms to enjoy the carnival atmosphere. The fair continues from 6 to 10 p.m. every night (11 p.m. Saturday) through July 1. In addition to the 22 amusement park-style rides, there are boardwalk games, food stands offering the usual fare like pizzelle and fried Oreos, a beer tent and raffles.
Tropical Storm Isaias: Lights Out in New Jersey
Tropical Storm Isaias moved through the area quickly Tuesday, Aug. 4 but left a lot of damage in its wake, knocking down trees and utility lines and leaving hundreds of thousands in Monmouth County without power for days. Photo by Patrick Olivero By Allison Perrine | Photos by Patrick Olivero NEW JERSEY – Tropical Storm Isaias hit the Jersey Shore for only a few hours Tuesday, Aug. 4, but its impacts can still be felt.
Lots of Winners at Kortney’s Challenge
By Patrick Olivero OCEANPORT – The Kortney Rose Foundation has raised over $2.3 million in recent years for pediatric brain tumor research. The 14th annual Kortney’s Challenge Two Mile Fun Run / Walk at Monmouth Park grows bigger every year. On Aug. 4 there was a record turnout of over 50 volunteers and 13 teams totaling 638 participants. Team “Run BFE” was the largest group totaling 72 members.
Coming Together In Celebration of MLK Day
Click through the slideshow using the left and right arrows above. By Patrick Olivero RED BANK – Residents and community leaders came together at the Pilgrim Baptist Church on Shrewsbury Avenue to celebrate the life and legacy of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. during this year’s Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Signed into law by President Ronald Reagan in 1983 and first celebrated in 1986, MLK Jr. Day also became a day of service starting in 1994.
Mid-Atlantic Data Portal Offers Maps and Resources for Ocean Planning
POINT PLEASANT – The Mid-Atlantic Ocean Data Portal is a publicly available online tool that consolidates data and provides visual representations of ocean resources. It can be accessed at portal.midatlanticocean.org. The mapping and visualization technology is available for free use in the five mid-Atlantic states, from New York in the north to Virginia in the south. The portal includes data in 12 categories, including marine life, recreation, oceanography, renewable energy and fishing.
Rumson’s Piping Rock Memorial Park Gets a Reboot
RUMSON – Piping Rock Memorial Park, one of the borough’s most active open spaces, will be redesigned this summer with plans to remove the existing tennis courts and create park space to support six different sports. In a June 13 letter to residents, borough engineer David Marks said Rumson is on track to begin construction at the 4.3-acre park by the end of July.
RFH Lax Teens Facing Off For Suicide Awareness
FAIR HAVEN – To his friends, Pierce Jarck was as big a lacrosse fanatic as there was. When he wasn’t practicing for his club or high school team, he took time to share his passion and teach the basics to his closest buds. “When I think of Pierce, the first thing that comes to my mind is lacrosse,” said Alex Maldjian, a 17-year-old Rumson resident.
In Rumson, Environmental Celebration of the Rivers
RUMSON – On Saturday, June 2, Clean Ocean Action, the Rumson Environmental Commission and Rally for the Navesink Alliance members hosted the inaugural Rally for the Rivers Eco-Fest at Victory Park in Rumson. The free event was sponsored by the Marta Heflin Foundation. About 500 people enjoyed educational kid’s crafts, face painting, live music from Red Bank’s School of Rock, river seining, yoga, ribbon dancing, and more.
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