🏖️ Jersey Throwback: In 1892, Arthur Augustus Zimmerman, who grew up in Freehold, broke the world record for the fastest standing-start half-mile bicycle race in London. Zimmerman also captured the one-mile and five-mile championships in England, cementing his reputation as the world's greatest cyclist. Known as "Zimmy," he would go on to become the first official World Cycling Champion in 1893.

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A copper beech tree will be planted on Thursday, July 2 at 11 am at the Monmouth County Historical Association in Freehold as part of the twin city association of Freehold and Rathangan, a town in the west of County Kildare, Ireland. Bruce Springsteen and his family will be in attendance.

Rathangan is the ancestral home to multiple Freehold residents, including Bruce Springsteen, whose great-great-grandmother, Ann Geraty (on his father's side) moved to Freehold from Rathangan in 1853. In 2024, Freehold Borough formally passed a resolution formally Twinning with Rathangan,

"It's a twinning tree," said Glenn Cashion, first vice president of the Monmouth County Historical Association and cousin of Bruce Springsteen. "It's a copper beech tree and it's the type we planted in Rathangan and the same type of tree that was in front of the house on Randolph Street."

365> Middletown: The county celebrated America's 250th Birthday with a Red, White & You Parade, held on the anniversary of the historic Battle of Monmouth. It was a day filled with patriotism, community spirit, and appreciation for our nation's rich history as thousands gathered to honor this milestone together. (See Photos)

365> Monmouth County: Three graduates from the Marine Academy of Science and Technology (MAST) in Highlands earned appointments to the United States Naval Academy in Annapolis, Maryland: Nicholas Billows of Ocean Township, Samantha Foret of Middletown, and Zijie Ye of Highlands. Jack Cohen of Middletown, earned an appointment to the United States Coast Guard Academy in New London, Connecticut. (More)

365> Little Silver: The borough will hold a special meeting on Tuesday, July 7 at 10 am at Santelle Park to discuss the application to the Monmouth County Open Space Grant Program for proposed improvements to Santelle park. (More)

365> The Monmouth County Historical Association is offering a free virtual presentation by historian Michael Adelberg on Wednesday, July 8 at 7 pm titled Revolution in Monmouth: July, 1776. (Register)

365> Two Rivers: Clean Ocean Action will host its Rally for the Two Rivers Public Meeting at the Monmouth County Library Eastern Branch on Thursday, July 9 from 6:45-8pm. The Meeting will feature speakers from local townships and the NJDEP and will recognize the work being done to improve watershed health. (More)

365> Atlantic Highlands Fireman’s Fair: The 30th annual event will run every night through July 4 from 6-11 pm. Super Raffle tickets are available at Jaspan Hardware or from any fireman or ladies auxiliary member. (More)

365> Thursdays by the Sea Concert Series, Long Branch: JO & Highland Express, 7-8:30 pm, Great Lawn Stage on Ocean Ave. (More)

365> Vagina Monologues by Eve Ensler at Over The Moon Art Studios in Asbury Park, Thursday and Friday. (Tickets)

365> Hazlet Hammerheads Movie Night: Lilo & Stitch, Thursday at 8 pm at Veternas Park. Snacks available for purchase. Admission $15, cash only. BYO chair and blanket. (More)

365> Movies Under the Stars, Middletown: National Treasure, Thursday at 9 pm at Poricy Park. BYO chair, blanket, and snacks. Dogs allowed on-leash. (More)

365> Taproom Trivia, Wall: Thursday at Bakes Brewing, 7-9 pm. Free to play. (More)

365> New Jersey’s Top 10 Diners includes Broad Street Diner in Keyport and Roadside Diner in Wall Township, according to a diner historian. (More)

365> RFH Rowing’s 7th Annual Erg Challenge raised more than $26,000 to provide resources to keep the program moving forward. The event welcomed competitors of all ages for a day of racing, fundraising, and camaraderie. (More)

365> Officers Connor Sheehan and William Poulos of the Hazlet Township Police Department were recognized by Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) for their dedication to keeping impaired drivers off New Jersey's roads. (More)

What’s your go-to food on the 4th of July?

Hamburgers & hotdogs: 49%
BBQ: 41%
Ice Cream: 5%
Other: 4%
Pizza: 1%