Saturday, October 25, 2025

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🍁 Fall into Fun with the Monmouth County Park System

October’s serving up crisp air, crunchy leaves, and a whole calendar of free (or almost-free) adventures. Here’s what’s brewing: 🌕 Observe the Moon NightFri, Oct. 3 • 5:30–8:30 p.m. •...

Step Back in Time: Free Tours at Monmouth County’s Historic Sites

History buffs, take note! The Monmouth County Park System invites you to explore some of its most treasured historic landmarks — all listed on...

Monmouth County Commissioners Launch 2026 Travel Guide Cover Photo Contest

FREEHOLD, NJ – The Monmouth County Board of County Commissioners has announced the 2026 Monmouth County Travel Guide cover photo contest is accepting submissions...

✂️ Don’t miss the remaining 2025 free paper shredding days!

If your file cabinets are overflowing or you’ve been meaning to safely get rid of old bank statements, bills, or medical records, here’s some...

Monmouth County commissioners proclaim August Overdose Awareness Month

FREEHOLD, NJ – The Monmouth County Board of County Commissioners proclaimed August 2025 as Overdose Awareness Month in Monmouth County to highlight the devastating...

Monmouth County Commissioners to Use Old Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge Concrete for New Sandy Hook Fishing Reef

The Monmouth County Board of County Commissioners has announced that concrete from the old Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge will be used to construct a fishing...

NJ Healthy Aging Summit to Spotlight Opioid Safety and Alternatives for Older Adults

ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. - A conference presented next month by Partnership for a Drug-Free New Jersey will examine the keys to healthy aging and...

Monmouth County Takes Over Marlboro State Hospital Property to Create New Public Park and Hiking Trails

MARLBORO, NJ — Monmouth County has officially assumed land management responsibilities for the 411-acre former Marlboro State Psychiatric Hospital property, marking a major step...

Monmouth County Seniors Invited to Kick Off America’s 250th Celebration at the County Fair

FREEHOLD, NJ — Seniors, history buffs, and proud patriots — mark your calendars! Monmouth County is kicking off the one-year countdown to America’s 250th...

Beware of ‘doctor spoofing’ calls 

The New York StateWide Senior Action Council announced its Medicare Fraud of the Month for June: Doctor Spoofing Calls. The StateWide Fraud of the Month is a component of the Senior Medicare Patrol...