Community Mag NJ

07/14/2025

What started as a spark at a car club meet turned into a $10 million car show - all organized by student James Keeley to support

From exotics to classics, trucks to motorcycles (even the brought an armored vehicle!), more than 400 attendees showed up despite the rain. 🌧️🚗

With help from and support from local businesses, students, and even Mayor Keeley pulled off a major community win. Next up? He’s headed to this fall—and already planning his next event. 💪🔥

07/02/2025

At just 16, this Atlantic Highlands teen is serving Monmouth County’s most vulnerable through her work with

From organizing marches to baking cupcakes with residents at the Coffey Residence, Eliza Chiles‘ compassion and leadership are inspiring a new wave of youth activism. 💪✨

This spring, honored her with the Woman Making a Difference Award—and it’s easy to see why.

Now a junior at Trinity Hall in Tinton Falls, Eliza balances academic excellence with robust leadership and service roles.

To learn more about how you can get involved, go to www.habcore.org. 

07/02/2025

06/25/2025

After years of volunteering in Ocean Township’s schools, Denise Parlamas co-founded the Community Hope Fund (CHF) — a nonprofit whose mission is to promote youth development and support the charitable needs for the Township of Ocean and surrounding communities. They quietly help local families with everything from utility bills to scholarships and support around the holidays.

CHF is a lifeline for neighbors in need — and a reminder that small acts of service can grow into something life-changing.

💙 “I followed this passion and it took me to a place that I never expected to land.”

➡️ Learn more or get involved at CommunityHopeFund.org

02/18/2025

The just became a nonprofit, unlocking even more ways to give back to the community – free concerts, book drives, and more.

They are making Asbury Park a true book lovers paradise! 📚

02/12/2025

Congratulations to Ocean Township native Kenny Pickett, who won a Super Bowl ring with the Philadelphia Eagles Championship Team!

Pickett, who currently serves as the second-string quarterback for the Eagles, was born in the Oakhurst section of Ocean Township, New Jersey. He attended Ocean Township High School and graduated in 2017. Pickett led the Ocean Township Spartans to the New Jersey Central Group III semifinal game as a junior, leading his team to a 9–2 record. 247Sports ranked Pickett as the No. 23 overall high school football player in New Jersey in his senior year. During his high school career, he passed for 4,670 yards with 43 touchdowns and rushed for 873 yards and 17 touchdowns.

During Super Bowl LIX, Pickett managed to enter the game in the final minutes, closing out a victory over the Kansas City Chiefs

01/21/2025

From Nobel Prize-winning landmarks to new pickleball courts, Holmdel is blending history, innovation, and community like never before.

In our interview with Mayor Rocco Impreveduto, he tells us why 2024 was such a pivotal year for the town and what the vision is for the future.

Read all about it here:
https://www.monmouthcommunity.com/blogdetails/holmdelmayor

01/16/2025

Here are some of the best spots for brunch in Monmouth County:

Who else would you add to the list?

01/08/2025

Ryan’s journey began in high school as a volunteer firefighter, and today he serves as a career firefighter and EMT.

In this month’s issue of Community Mag, he reflects on the challenges of firefighting, “it’s mentally and physically exhausting, and sometimes you’re faced with life or death decisions in an instant.” But it’s the rewarding moments, like helping save a life, and seeing a patient return to thank the crew that fuels his passion.

If you or someone you know would like to be featured in our first responder or educator of the month columns we want to hear your story! Please DM us or email [email protected].

01/07/2025

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