Category Archives: Politics

RED BANK: Neighbors complained of loud parties. Code enforcement wrote tickets. The Borough Council re-wrote the laws. Now, an Airbnb owner is selling his home out of frustration. (click for more)

RED BANK: Former mayor and longtime Republican Assemblyman Michael Arnone has died. (click to read)

RED BANK: As the town plans a public workshop on transit village, developer says "it needs to be dense" with housing.

RED BANK: Three months after bombshell allegations involving police chief, new rules would ban "intra-department dating relationships."

RED BANK: Replacing a 60-year-old billboard at the town's entrance with a new digital version: an upgrade or an albatross?

RED BANK: Underutilized land, acres of parking lots. Study finds train station fits bill for an "area in need of redevelopment."

RED BANK: While repeatedly protecting his girlfriend and subordinate from discipline, McConnell won plaudits for managing the town.

RED BANK: State AG's report exposes alleged pattern of favoritism by police Chief McConnell toward officer he dated and married.

RED BANK: Amid a wild primary showdown for U.S. Senate seat, borough's Democratic leaders claim neutrality.

RED BANK: Mayor outlines plans for "amazing" makeover of Marine Park and other "long overdue" projects for 2024.

RED BANK: Work crew begins removing nine trees along South Street for road project as neighbors object.

RED BANK: New council adds weekly evening hours when residents can buttonhole at least one member with Qs, concerns and suggestions.

RED BANK: New council adds weekly evening hours when residents can buttonhole at least one member with Qs, concerns and suggestions.

RED BANK: Taking a cue from Portman, council will launch weekly listening sessions, with at least one member present, says Facey-Blackwood.

RED BANK: New era in municipal government begins with visit by governor, who swears in Portman and roasts Triggiano.

RED BANK: Outreach for volunteers to municipal boards and committees "absolutely working," with applications still welcome, says Portman.

RED BANK: Board of education bids goodbye to longtime member Ben Forest, who joins the council July 1, and welcomes new member.

RED BANK: After a four-year closure and $2 million in repairs, Senior Center slated to formally reopen next week.

RED BANK: Coming off a decisive win, Portman says he's listening to residents and preparing to use the 'mandate' they gave him.

RED BANK: Certified results show incumbent Portman trounced Hogan with 61 percent of the vote in historic, low-turnout election.