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THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 3, 2026
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🏖️ Monmouth History: This week in 1780, Loyalist guerrilla leader Colonel Tye (a formerly enslaved man named Titus from Colts Neck) led a surprise raid on Patriot militia leader Joshua Huddy's home in Colts Neck. Huddy fought off the raiders for hours alongside a young servant, Lucretia Emmons, before being captured. During a rescue attempt by Middletown militia at the shore, Huddy escaped into the ocean while Tye received a wrist wound that resulted in fatal tetanus days later.
Thursday Thankfulness: “When I started counting my blessings, my whole life turned around.” — Willie Nelson
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365> Lincroft: Brookdale Community College leaders are preparing to lay off staff to combat rising costs and long-term declines in enrollment, according to college President David M. Stout. (More)
365> Red Bank: The primary and middle schools are both getting upgrades, including new doors, stairs, sidewalks, and other exterior upgrades. (More)
365> Long Branch: The Arts & Cultural Center is seeking an artist or artist team to design and paint a mural on an exterior wall of the center. (More)
365> Monmouth County: 2027 history and preservation grants through the county are now open. Two types of grants are available: General Operating Support for historical organizations’ overall expenses, and Special Project funding for local history projects open to the public. First-time applicants are required to attend a workshop either in person or online. (More)
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365> Roots Steakhouse, Rumson, is coming soon to the former Salt Creek Grille property. Renovations are underway. (More)
365> Insomnia Cookies, Red Bank, the late-night bakery known for serving warm, fresh-baked cookies until the early morning hours, opened its first bakery in the borough on Tuesday. (More)
365> Shoot 360, Ocean Township, is set to open its first New Jersey location on Sept. 12 on Sunset Ave. The new training facility is designed to provide an immersive basketball training experience for athletes of all ages and skill levels. (More)
365> First Light Cafe, Ocean Grove, is in the works to serve smoothies, bowls, and coffee. (More)
365> Coffee Corral, Farmingdale, founded by Courtlyn Crosson and Erich Reulbach, opened its third coffee shop at The Commons at Yellowbrook Estates. The other two locations are Red Bank and Long Branch. (More)
365> Paris Baguette, Neptune, a 2,500-square-foot location is coming to the Marketplace, next to Smoothie King. The reported opening target is by the end of 2026. (More)
365> When the Manasquan Reservoir Environmental Center reopens next year, its redesign promises a new experience aimed at helping visitors understand their place in the region. (More)
365> Researchers say the shingles vaccine appears to lower the risk of heart attack and stroke, in addition to preventing the viral infection that primarily afflicts older adults who previously had chicken pox. (More)
365> The best new restaurants in the U.S., according to Bon Appétit. (Some are within driving distance.) (See List)
365> The FDA approved a breakthrough drug to treat pancreatic cancer. (More)
365> A truck driver brought a scene from the movie Toy Story to life. (See Video)
365> Hiking Adventures: Sept. 5, 10-11:30 am, at Thompson Park, Lincroft. Go exploring with your child, aged 2-5. Pre-registration and a fee are required. (More)
365> 3rd Annual Matthew Friedman 5K: Sept. 5 at its new location at Big Brook Park in Marlboro. Drivers should be aware of potential traffic delays in the area. (More)
365> 13th Annual Starlight Gala: Sept. 11 at the Spring Lake Community House & Theatre. Pat Roddy Band to perform. (Tickets)
365> Fall Market: Sept. 12, 9 am - 3 pm, from the Auditorium to the ocean in Ocean Grove. (More)
365> 21st Latino Festival of Monmouth County: Sept. 19, 12-7 pm, at the Hall of Records Parking Lot in Freehold. Celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month with live music, Latin food, games, and entertainment. Free admission. Rain date Sept. 20. (More)
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Yesterday’s Only in Monmouth: Inside the former Wilson Hall (renamed the Great Hall at Shadow Lawn) at Monmouth University in West Long Branch, visitors enter a staggering 130-room French Renaissance palace centered around a three-story central court framed by a massive stained-glass skylight, sweeping marble staircases, and 24-karat gold-leaf detailing. Originally built in 1929 for F.W. Woolworth president Hubert Templeton Parson, the palatial interior incorporates imported European treasures, including hand-carved Italian limestone arches, intricate wrought-iron balustrades, and a grand Aeolian organ embedded within the paneled walls.
Question: At which Monmouth County landmark was the Pledge of Allegiance first officially recited as America’s national oath?
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