🏖️ Monmouth History: Before it became a quiet stretch of Raritan Bay, Aberdeen’s Cliffwood Beach was a bustling 1920s resort with a mile-long boardwalk, casino, carousel, arcade, and waterfront restaurant. Its enormous saltwater swimming pool attracted Olympic champions, including Johnny Weissmuller, who later became famous for playing Tarzan. The boardwalk was destroyed by Hurricane Donna in 1960.

Thursday Thankfulness: Not every good day needs to be extraordinary. Sometimes a good cup of coffee, a conversation with someone you love, or a stolen moment of a little sunshine is more than enough.

365> Statewide: Newark Liberty International Airport unveiled a new radar system as part of a $30 million upgrade. (More)

365> Keyport & Union Beach: The Department of Environmental Protection says it will start collecting soil, gas, and groundwater samples from 13 sites in Keyport and three in Union Beach to investigate a potential cancer cluster. (More)

365> Monmouth County: Megan Watts, a mathematics teacher at Manalapan-Englishtown Middle School, was named the county’s Teacher of the Year for 2026-2027. (More)

365> Middletown: Several lots were offered at auction this week, presenting a rare opportunity to secure desirable property along the much sought-after coastal areas. (More)

365> Manalapan: The Foundation for Manalapan-Englishtown Regional Schools announced its inaugural Foundation FunFest, a family-friendly community celebration set for Sept. 26 at Ivy League Day Camp. (More)

365> Monmouth Beach: Nonprofit SCAN (Senior Citizens Activities Network) announced its 5th Annual Golf Classic will take place Oct. 5 at the Sun Eagles Golf & Country Club in Eatontown. (More)

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365> Sola Studio, Freehold: The new boutique heated movement studio will celebrate its grand opening this Saturday, Aug. 15, from 1-4 pm. (More)

365> On a Roll, Manalapan: A Staten Island fast-casual restaurant that specializes in roast beef sandwiches and burgers will open its first New Jersey location on Rte. 9. (More)

365> Rallo Alimentari & Focaccaria, Red Bank: Local restaurateur Victor Rallo, who owns Birravino, plans to open another restaurant next door to the popular eatery in early 2027. The Riverside Avenue site is where the long-vacant gas station once operated. (More)

365> Froyolicious, Red Bank: The frozen yogurt and gelato spot is prepping to open later this month on Broad Street. It’s a family-owned Staten Island-based business with a location in the outer borough. (More)

365> Dubai Chicken, Marlboro: The Middle Eastern-meets-modern-American dining restaurant celebrated its grand opening. (More)

365> Ocean Township: A developer is building a new Wells Fargo Bank branch and a Dunkin' cafe at the corner of Rte. 35 and Deal Road. (More)

365> 11th Annual Indie Street Film Festival: Aug. 17 through Aug. 23 in Red Bank. Ten feature-length movies and 56 shorts from 14 nations. (More)

365> Hair: Final weekend to see the iconic rock score musical at the Algonquin Arts Theatre in Manasquan. (More)

365> Bye Bye Birdie: Now through Aug. 23 at Spring Lake Theatre. High-energy, 1950s pop classic where teen idol chaos turns a small town upside down. (More)

365> The Magic Flute: Aug. 22 at 7 pm at the Manasquan United Methodist Church. Performance presented by Iolanthe Opera Company and Lauryn Boyle Music. (More)

365> The Piano Lesson: August Wilson’s epic  work that pits brother against sister as the Charles family fights over the fate of their prized heirloom, a hand-carved piano, will run Sept. 12 through Oct. 4 at Two River Theater. (More)

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When does the Christmas season begin?
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After Halloween: 40%
Whenever my tree goes up: 19%
I don’t celebrate: 0%

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