Republican Chris Christie wins N.J. governorship Nov 4, 2009
Contributing: The Associated Press; Asbury Park (N.J.) Press. Posted 11/3/2009 10:37 PM ET. (Florida Today)
GOP's Christie wins N.J. race Nov 4, 2009
Contributing: The Associated Press; Asbury Park (N.J.) Press. Posted. (USA Today)
'Big Man' in town Oct 29, 2009
Seldin, who released "Asbury Park: Then and Now," a two disc CD, 46-track set that includes early recordings of Clemons with Joyful Noize, famously put Clemons, who is black, in the all-white group when it wasn't a popular time to do so ... A few years later, Clemons met Springsteen in Asbury Park, and the rest is history. (NJ.com -- Times)
Army covers its bases on supporting house prices Oct 22, 2009
There was the usual eruption, with the Asbury Park Press -- the local newspaper -- doing a series of stories showing how the move would actually cost the government more money, rather than result in the projected savings ... If magazines like Fortune want to be relevant, then they need to ask the right questions, like: "Mr. Blankfein, you had doz ens upon dozens of calls with Treasury Secretary Paulson last year. What the heck were you two discussing? I've documented the Paulson phone calls to... (New York Post -- News)
N.J.'s Corzine in dead heat with GOP challenger Oct 13, 2009
New Jersey has the nation's highest average annual property taxes: Residents pay an average of $7,045 annually, according to data compiled by the Asbury Park Press. Recession has driven the state's unemployment rate up to 9. (Florida Today)
Academics gather to dissect Springsteen legend Sep 30, 2009
The festivities include several pilgrimages to the landmark Stone Pony nightclub, down the road in Asbury Park, N.J.. Educators spent Friday night singing, hollering and chanting a curse phrase at the impish urging of rock pioneer Gary U.S. Bonds, whose performance brought the house down. (MSNBC -- Music)
Fighting Words from Bono Sep 26, 2009
His native state of New Jersey figures prominently in his music of Springsteen, who grew up in the shorefront community of Asbury Park. He and his E Street band begin and end so many of their tours in the stadium that it is practically considered a hometown gig. (CBS News)
Oldest U.S. nuclear plant showing its age Sep 10, 2009
Tim Mccarthy / Asbury Park Press via APThe Oyster Creek Nuclear Generating Station, the nation's oldest nuclear power plant, is60 miles east of Philadelphia, Pa. . (MSNBC -- Environment)
Palisades Unveils New Jersey's First-Ever Highway Art Gallery Aug 18, 2009
35 at W. Park Ave. - Monmouth County; artwork by Alan Barnett of Asbury Park. Rt. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
10N.J. Teacher Won't Appeal $22G Fine for Personal Call in Class» Aug 16, 2009
The attorney says Asbury Park High School teacher Desley Getty admits she made a mistake ... Asbury Park High School is a four-year public high school headquartered in Asbury Park, N.J.. (Fox News)
Man claims Jackson memorabilia was stolen Aug 14, 2009
Vaccaro of Asbury Park, N.J., told investigators he last saw the items in storage at Southern Nevada Movers in North Las Vegas more than two years ago on May 30, 2007, police Sgt. Tim Bedwell said. advertisement. (MSNBC -- News)
A Free Beach Rescue Concert To Benefit The Surfrider Foundation Presented By Barefoot Wine Aug 12, 2009
Musicians Join Beach-Loving Volunteers in Asbury Park, NJ on August 29 ... Music and beach lovers are invited to a free concert being held in Asbury Park, NJ on Saturday, August 29, 2009 ... The final cleanup of the summer will take place on the Asbury Park shore prior to the benefit concert. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Palisades Announces New Jersey Highway Art Gallery Winners Aug 11, 2009
Alan Barnett, Asbury Park ... "From Asbury Park sunrises, to gorgeous Long Valley fall foliage, to the lively Hoboken streets, the entries we received were just overflowing with insight, creativity, and a genuine inspiration of New Jersey," said Ed Fernandez, president and CEO of Palisades. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Scientist: 'Finger' was neither human nor animal Aug 9, 2009
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American Idol Contestant's Death Jul 28, 2009
The Asbury Park press says Daniel Bark, 23, was arrested Sunday night in Atlantic Highlands on charges of causing Cohen's death by reckless driving and then leaving the scene. Bark could serve 10 to 15 years and is being held in Toms River in lieu of $35,000 bail. (New York Post -- News)
Ex-Idol hopefulhit, killed by car Jul 27, 2009
The Asbury Park Press reports that Alexis Cohen, of Allentown, Pa. was killed early Saturday in Seaside Heights. (MSNBC -- News)
Ex-'Idol' contestant struck, killed by car in NJ Jul 27, 2009
The Asbury Park Press reports that Alexis Cohen, of Allentown, Pa ... Information from: Asbury Park Press, http://www. (NJ.com -- News)
Obituaries for Tuesday, July 14, 2009 Jul 14, 2009
Samuel was employed by Asbury Park Press for 30 years before retiring. Samuel married Harriet J. Lounsbrough on April 9, 1988, in Sanford, N.C. After marriage, they lived in New Jersey. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Gannett eliminates positions at 6 NJ newspapers Jul 10, 2009
Thomas M. Donovan, publisher of the Asbury Park Press and vice president of Gannett's East Newspaper Group, said Thursday the company had hoped to avoid further layoffs. But he said advertising revenues have not rebounded sufficiently and forecasts for the second half of the year were not promising. (WCAX.com, VT)
Difference of opinion Jun 26, 2009
He reiterated that belief more recently, during the Asbury Park Gay Pride event. "This is fundamental," said the governor, standing in front of a giant gay pride flag. (NJ.com -- Times)
Early Springsteen site sells for $1.1m Jun 19, 2009
ASBURY PARK, N.J. - Owners of the Asbury Park, N.J., building that housed the Upstage Club where Bruce Springsteen played in the late 1960s and early 1970s agreed to sell it for $1 ... Springsteen, a New Jersey native who named his first album Greetings from Asbury Park, N.J., performed at the Upstage with musicians such as Southside Johnny Lyon and Steve Van Zandt before it closed in 1971. (Boston Globe)
Mid-state waters good fluke starting point May 22, 2009
Rises off Long Branch, Asbury Park and Deal in the north, and off Lavallette, Seaside and Long Beach Island have consistently produced bigger fluke, and many of the party boats that target fluke will once again be fishing these waters. The ports of Belmar, Brielle and Point Pleasant give you quick access from our area to the fluke fishing in Shark River, Manasquan River, the upper Barnegat Bay and the lumps and fluke fishing grounds in the ocean along the middle of the state. (NJ.com -- Times)
#66 OCEAN GROVE, NEW JERSEY May 15, 2009
Steps -- literally -- from Asbury Park, this Victorian jewel with its shaded streets and old-timey vibe is a very different type of "Jersey Shore." ... HOT TIP Ocean Grove isn't known for great cuisine (you'll want to head to neighboring Asbury Park for that), but dinner will seem cheap since all restaurants are BYOB. You'll have to head outside the town limits for your liquor -- the closest store with a good selection is Ocean Wine & Spirits (1100 Route 35, Asbury Park; [732] 660-6700). (New York Post -- Entertainment)
#63 ASBURY PARK, NEW JERSEY May 15, 2009
63 ASBURY PARK, NEW JERSEY - New York Post ... 63 ASBURY PARK, NEW JERSEY ... MUST DO Asbury Park has had a devil of a time shaking its seedy reputation. (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Staind, Shinedown Unveil Their Own Summer Tour Stimulus Package May 9, 2009
" For more information on the Stimulate This! tour, check out Staind's official . Dates for the Stimulate This! Tour, according to Atlantic Records: ? 7/1 - Peoria, IL @ Peoria Civic Center ? 7/2 - St. Paul, MN @ Harriet Island ? 7/4 - Detroit, MI @ DTE Energy Music Theatre ? 7/7 - Roanoke, VA @ Roanoke Convention Center ? 7/9 - Columbia, MD @ Merriweather Post Pavilion ? 7/10 - Gilford, NH @ Meadowbrook US Cellular Pavilion ? 7/12 - Saratoga Springs, NY @ Saratoga Performing Arts Center ? 7/14... (VHI.com -- Music News)
The great skate escape Apr 20, 2009
Salenetri will join The Jersey Shore Roller Girls' all-star travel team as they begin their 2009 season by squaring off against the Long Island Roller Rebels 8 p.m. next Saturday at Convention Hall, Asbury Park, where all of the Jersey Shore Roller Girls' home bouts are held ... "In Asbury Park's Convention Hall, where we play, we get slammed into the concrete.". (NJ.com -- Times)
How Abe, Elvis, and other luminaries really got educated Apr 19, 2009
"To describe how and what we learn is to talk about the forces of history," suggests Wolff, author of "4th of July, Asbury Park," an appealingly odd little history of the seaside New Jersey town that inspired Bruce Springsteen's vision of America. "It's a way to tell the story of the democracy.". (Boston Globe)
Death of 68 pets results in probation for man Apr 1, 2009
SentencingAccording to the Asbury Park Press in New Jersey, Assistant Ocean County Prosecutor Michael Abatemarco had sought 364 days in jail for Matthew Teymant as a condition for his probation ... Villano said she didn't agree with Abatemarco that incarceration was called for, according to the Asbury Park Press ... The Associated Press and Asbury Park Press contributed to this report. (MSNBC -- Health)
Bruce Springsteen Rehearses for F... Mar 24, 2009
But they have been rehearsing at Convention Hall in Asbury Park for much of the past two weeks ... They tried out some of the songs off the new album, "Working on a Dream." Watch Megan Vega's report from Asbury Park (video, left). (New York Post -- News)
Local briefs: Alleged shooter in Fresno captured in New Jersey - 11:06 pm Mon Mar 24, 2009
Monmouth County Jail officials said Cauro Sanchez, 35, of Asbury Park, N.J., was arrested Saturday. He was booked on suspicion of being a fugitive from California after a shooting in Fresno seriously injured Corina Hernandez, 40, of Clovis, a co-owner of Corina's Super Mercado and Taqueria near Willow Avenue and Kings Canyon Road. (Fresno Bee)
Excerpt: Bruce Springsteen Rehear... Mar 24, 2009
But they have been rehearsing at Convention Hall in Asbury Park for much of the past two weeks. The Boss and his crew gave a "rehearsal" concert to adoring fans Monday. (New York Post -- News)
$7K in stolen jewelry found in Cheetos bag Feb 27, 2009
Information from: Asbury Park Press. Comments. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Weird News)
NJ principal spots fire at teacher's house Feb 26, 2009
Information from: Asbury Park Press, http://www. app. (Fresno Bee)
Bluegrass grown in Jersey Feb 24, 2009
Railroad Earth recently was able to bring together elements of Jersey's musical tastes when it performed at the historic club Springsteen made famous, the Stone Pony in the shoreline town of Asbury Park. "We were so happy they invited us to play at their 35th anniversary party," says Skehan. (Athens Banner-Herald)
Rachael Yamagata Hits the Road for Spring Tour in Support of Latest Release: Elephants... Teeth Sinking Into Heart Feb 24, 2009
Rachael Yamagata Hits the Road for Spring Tour in Support of Latest Release: Elephants. Teeth Sinking Into Heart: Financial News - Yahoo. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Great Dames of Norwell donate dolls to Uganda project Feb 14, 2009
His commitment to HIV/AIDS began and continues as a volunteer at The Center in Asbury Park, following his trip to Uganda in 2006. Although a few pharmaceutical companies match the sponsors donation, the need for more sponsors is great. (Norwell Mariner, MA)
JANUARY: Dolphins' uncertain fate stirs debate Feb 11, 2009
"They're like children," said Marlene Antrim of Hazlet, who has circulated "Save The Dolphins!" fliers in businesses near the Shrewsbury River, which is north of Asbury Park. "They're frightened.". (USA Today -- News)
Springsteen furious with Ticketmaster Feb 7, 2009
From 1973's "Greetings from Asbury Park" to his newest album, Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band have continued to define American rock and roll. more photos. (MSNBC -- Music)
