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Grant Opportunity for Monmouth County Nonprofits

Details: Category: News; Published: 12 February 2021

The Opportunity

Impact 100 Jersey Coast, a volunteer philanthropic women’s organization, will be holding two Grant Applicant Information Sessions for nonprofits in Monmouth County, NJ that are interested in applying for funding in 2021. These annual grants offer an unprecedented opportunity for local nonprofits of all sizes, representing a range of needs in the community, to launch new initiatives and sustain their services. The information sessions will be held virtually via Zoom at 12 p.m. on Tuesday, March 23, 2021, and 12pm on Tuesday, March 30, 2021.

Highlands Hires Borough Administrator with Decades of Experience

Details: Category: News; Published: 12 February 2021

HIGHLANDS – He says he’s been drinking from the firehouse, which is one way of saying he’s working ambitiously to bring himself up to speed on everything. But there is no way around it. Michael Muscillo, the borough’s new administrator, has been on the job since January 1, and, though he came to the position armed with two decades of experience, he readily admits there is always something new to learn in a new community.

The administrator, who holds an undergraduate degree in political science from Montclair State University, and a master’s in public administration from Valdosta State University, is Monmouth County born and bred but admits he knew Highlands before accepting the job more “as an outsider looking in.” Like everyone else, he laughs, he has long since learned from his own experience the outstanding restaurants that lure many to the community.

Volunteers Needed to Support Victims of Domestic Violence

Details: Category: News; Published: 11 February 2021

You Can Make a Difference

Domestic violence does not just stop because of a crisis like the one we are currently facing. In fact, when stressors increase, violence and abuse can quickly escalate. For many victims, staying at home means being isolated with someone who is harming them. It is in these very trying times that a victim needs 180 even more, and we are determined to be there for anyone who needs our services. 180 is operational and here to help.

Monmouth County has 270 additional positive cases of COVID-19

Details: Category: News; Published: 11 February 2021

FREEHOLD, NJ – Monmouth County Commissioner Director Thomas A. Arnone and County Commissioner Deputy Director Susan M. Kiley have announced that today, Feb. 11, there are 270 new positive cases of COVID-19 in Monmouth County. There are six new deaths being reported today related to COVID-19 in Monmouth County.

The County Commissioners and the Monmouth County Health Department (MCHD) are strongly urging residents to do their part to slow the spread by practicing social distancing, wearing a face covering when social distancing is not possible, not gathering in large crowds, washing their hands and staying home when sick.

All Is Not Lost

Details: Category: News; Published: 11 February 2021

After the opening days of Donald J. Trump’s second impeachment trial, three things are apparent: 1) Trump must have found his defense team at the dollar store; 2) Trump is guilty as charged, and 3) Republicans will disregard the overwhelming evidence of Trump’s culpability and vote to acquit.

The impeachment managers presented a compelling, detailed case, complete with substantiating documentation and never-before-seen video. The polished, focused speakers on the impeachment team were riveting, On the other hand, Donald Trump’s attorneys, Bruce L. Castor, Jr. and David Schoen, stumbled out of the gate. Both rambled, seemingly bogged down by their own excessive words and their lack of a viable defense. Though both are allegedly esteemed lawyers, apparently neither is in the same professional league as their opposition. In a righteous world, Trump’s poor representation, coupled with the impeachment team’s thorough case, would guarantee a guilty verdict. However, Republicans have made it shamefully clear this impeachment will be unsuccessful. They are not concerned with evidence or truth, and they will not convict the former president.