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Monday, February 20, 2012

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5 Things You Need to Know Today: Feb. 20

A round-up of useful information and events happening around Rumson and Fair Haven today.

Here is a list of 5 things you need to know today: 1. Washington's Birthday: Today is President's Day, a beautiful winterday for the kids to have off of school in honor of great leaders in our country. According to the National Weather Service, today will be sunny with a high near 46 degrees and a north wind between 15 and 17 mph. Tonight will be mostly clear with a low around 31 degrees and a north wind between 6 and 9 mph becoming calm. 2. Building Bridges: Do you think the Rumson-Sea Bright bridge is due for a replacement? The county is looking for your opinion. On Monday, Feb. 27, Monmouth County will hold two public meetings about the status of the Rumson-Sea Bright Bridge (S-32) over the Shrewsbury River between Rumson and Sea Bright…

Friday, February 17, 2012

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5 Things You Need to Know Today: Feb. 17

A round-up of useful information and events happening around Rumson and Fair Haven today.

Here is a list of 5 things you need to know today: 1. Finally Friday: According to the National Weather Service, today will be cloudy through mid morning, then gradual clearing, with a high near 51 degrees. There will be a west wind between 8 and 16 mph. Tonight will be clear with a low around 34 degrees and a northwest wind between 9 and 11 mph. 2. Slam Dunk: Community members of all ages are invited to slam dunk and dribble in the Hoops for Horizons 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament. The money raised from this two-day tournament benefits the Horizons Student Enrichment Program. Click here to see how you can get involved by volunteering, cheering on the teams or playing. 3. New Prosecutor: Jim Ronan, former assistant prosecutor in Rumson, has …

Thursday, February 16, 2012

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5 Things You Need to Know Today: Feb. 16

A round-up of useful information and events happening around Rumson and Fair Haven today.

Here is a list of 5 things you need to know today: 1. Rain, Rain: According to the National Weather Service, today will be rainy with a high near 48 degrees. There will be a calm wind becoming south between 8 and 11 mph. Tonight the rain continures with a low around 37 degrees and a south wind 9 to 11 mph becoming west. 2. Local Art: Looking for some unique art for your home or to wear? Head to the Oceanic Free Library! Three artists with connections to Rumson-Fair Haven have their work on display and for sale at the Oceanic Library this month. Twenty-percent of all sales will benefit the library. Click here to see what is on display. 3. Firework Fizzle: The spark has gone out for Independence Day celebrations in the Two River Area. The …

Wednesday, February 15, 2012

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5 Things You Need to Know Today: Feb. 15

A round-up of useful information and events happening around Rumson and Fair Haven today.

Here is a list of 5 things you need to know today: 1. Warmer Wednesday: According to the National Weather Service, today will be cloudy, then gradually becoming mostly sunny, with a high near 50 degrees and a northwest wind between 6 and 8 mph. Tonight will be partly cloudy with a low around 37 degrees and a north wind between 5 and 8 mph. 2. You're Invited: The Fair Haven Centennial Gala will be held on Saturday, March 10 at the Raven and the Peach. According to the fundraiser invitation, there will be food, music and much more. The cost to attend the fundraiser is $55 per person, $100 per couple. There are also different levels of sponsorship available. Reservations are required in advance and space is limited. Click here for more …

Tuesday, February 14, 2012

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5 Things You Need to Know Today: Feb. 14

A round-up of useful information and events happening around Rumson and Fair Haven today.

Here is a list of 5 things you need to know today: 1. Day of Love: According to the National Weather Service, Valentine's Day will not only be filled with love, but also clouds. There will be a high near 44 degrees and a southwest wind between 6 and 8 mph. Snuggle up with someone you love because tonight will be chilly with a slight chance of rain. Clouds will fill the sky throughout the night with a low around 35 degrees and a south wind around 6 mph becoming calm. 2. Puppy Love: Love dogs? Then take some time this Valentine’s Day to watch a local pup strut his stuff in the 136th annual Westminster Kennel Club (WKC) Dog Show. Rumson’s very own Champion Cherrywood's Slam Dunk, also known as "Hondo”, will be competing at Madison Square …

Monday, February 13, 2012

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5 Things You Need to Know Today: Feb. 13

A round-up of useful information and events happening around Rumson and Fair Haven today.

Here is a list of 5 things you need to know today: 1. Chilly Monday: According to the National Weather Service, today is going to be sunny with a high near 40 degrees and a west wind between 16 and 18 mph. Tonight will be partly cloudy with a low around 29 degrees with a west wind between 8 and 13 mph. 2. Sharing Stories: Lori Ersolmaz is a documentary film maker from the Two River area with a passion for telling people's stories. Her company, Voices of Hope, which helps non-profits and government agencies build social marketing and issue advertising campaigns through documentaries. Click here to learn more about this local connection. 3. XOXO: Tomorrow is Valentine's Day, a day created to honor the one that you love. Still looking for a …

Friday, February 10, 2012

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5 Things You Need to Know Today: Feb. 10

A round-up of useful information and events happening around Rumson and Fair Haven today.

1. TGIF: According to the National Weather Service, today will be partly sunny with a high near 46 degrres and a west wind around 10 mph. Tonight will be rainy with a low around 35 degrees. There will be a south wind between 5 and 8 mph becoming calm. 2. Do not answer: According to the January police blotter, two residents reported unwanted phone calls in Fair Haven last month. One resident reported an attempt to fraudulently solicit money and another resident reported harassment both through calls and texts. Other reports from the blotter included tree damage, graffiti, theft, car vandalism and criminal mischief in the Knollwood School bathroom. These reports from the Fair Haven Police Department and more are listed here. 3. Local Music: …

Thursday, February 9, 2012

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5 Things You Need to Know Today: Feb. 9

A round-up of useful information and events happening around Rumson and Fair Haven today.

Here is a list of 5 things you need to know today: 1. Melt the Snow: According to the National Weather Service, today will be sunny with a high near 47 degrees and a west wind around 14 mph. Tonight will be mostly clear with a low around 32 degrees and a west wind between 6 and 9 mph. 2. Claim it! Patch Places is a spot where users can find descriptions, hours, accepted payment methods, and much more for spots around town. All users can add events taking place at local spots, can rate the business on a scale of one to five stars, and can add a review. But, owners of local businesses get extra bonuses when they claim a listing. Click here to learn how. 3. Flowers and Chocolate: With Valentine's Day around the corner, it's time to place your…

Wednesday, February 8, 2012

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5 Things You Need to Know Today: Feb. 8

A round-up of useful information and events happening around Rumson and Fair Haven today.

Here is a list of 5 things you need to know today: 1. Rain and Snow, Oh No!: According to the National Weather Service, today will be gloomy with a chance of rain and snow. There will be a high near 39 degrees and an east wind between 5 and 7 mph. Tonight, there is a chance of light snow before midnight. The rest of the night should be cloudy with a low around 31 degrees and a north wind between 5 and 10 mph. ble. 2. Catholic Schools Week: Holy Cross Elementary School celebrated the annual Catholic Schools Week last week The children got to participate in fun events such as ice skating parties and faculty vs. student vollball tournaments. Click here to see photos of the students enjoying their celebratory week. 3. Sex, JFK and Rumson? Mimi…

Tuesday, February 7, 2012

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5 Things You Need to Know Today: Feb. 7

A round-up of useful information and events happening around Rumson and Fair Haven today.

Here is a list of 5 things you need to know today: 1. Sunny Skies: According to the National Weather Service, today will be another sunny day with a high near 50 degrees and a northwest wind between 7 and 13 mph. Tonight will become ncreasing cloudy with a low around 33 degrees and a north wind around 9 mph. 2. Sharing Stories: Love and dating isn't all rainbows and flowers. That’s why Rumson-Fair Haven Patch wants to hear our residents’ bad, unfortunate or funny stories from past dates, break-ups or attempts to impress their significant other. We'll feature the stories as part of our Valentines coverage—hey, it really isn't all love and flowers—that will run in the days leading up to the big day. For details, click here. 3. Breast Cancer …

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