Category Archives: Animals

RED BANK: 'Lost' puppy found near Broad Street refuses to get in borough van, shows animal control officer where she lives.

RED BANK: Two years after controversy over a planned 'sprayrground,' a new concept for Bellhaven Nature Area gets a warmer reception.

RED BANK: Two years after controversy over a planned 'sprayrground,' a new concept for Bellhaven Nature Area is to be unveiled next week.

RED BANK: Getting a later start than in years past, the 2017 edition of he popular, pet-friendly outing known as Dog Days returns this month.

RED BANK: Council approves additional funding for Bellhaven Nature Area oil contamination cleanup, re-igniting spraypark controversy.

LINCROFT: Human artists inspired by animal and insect 'architects' kick off a series of events for adults and children at Monmouth Museum this Sunday.

RED BANK: Police dog Hunter hunts down a large cache of drugs, including heroin, after suspect flees traffic stop on foot and discards bag.

FAIR HAVEN: A female turtle determined to cross Ridge Road to lay her eggs got an assist earlier this week. So did two others.

LINCROFT: Learn about Sunnyside Equestrian Center and the therapeutic benefits of the SPUR program during a special showcase event on Saturday.

RED BANK: Not everyone wants a park at the former town dump, say residents concerned about the long-range effects of contaminants.

LITTLE SILVER: Borough first aiders take the wraps off a new ambulance, which came in "$50 under budget," says ex-chief.

LITTLE SILVER: Borough will set up a K9 unit, but not a donor fund for it, following action by a divided council Monday night.

LITTLE SILVER: Does the borough need a bomb-sniffing dog? A divided council takes up the question Monday night.

RED BANK: Environmental officials investigate mass die-off of bunker in the Navesink. Past incidents are believed to have been triggered by predatory bluefish.

LINCROFT: Dogs just want to have fun on Saturday...and the guitars come out to play on Sunday...during a big weekend at Brookdale CC.

LITTLE SILVER: Motorist taken to hospital after accident takes out fire hydrant.

RUMSON: Country Day School student council hosts a fundraising presentation (with special guests) for the Monmouth County SPCA,

RED BANK: The long process of creating a waterfront park at the former town dump kicks off with a public brainstorming session.

SHREWSBURY: Pet owners and caregivers can learn Pet CPR and other lifesaving skills, during an April 23 class at the borough firehouse.

RED BANK: Got some ideas for the new park planned for the former landfill site on the West Side? Bring them to this meeting.