Monmouth GuideHere's a look at what made news around Monmouth County during the week of October 4 through 10, 2026. Red Bank, Middletown and Wall all had items worth noting, from a bridge decision years in the making to a school district debate playing out at the council level. We've also pulled together notices from town halls and a few things happening this weekend.
Everything below comes from local outlets and municipal announcements, with the source listed for each story. Use it as a quick catch-up if you missed the week, then scroll down for the weekend listings, which include farmers markets, a student art show and a Saturday morning race series across the county.
Top local stories
These are the headlines Monmouth County outlets covered this week, including the Oceanic Bridge clearance decision and changes to NJ Transit and Amtrak schedules.
Steven Van Zandt Returns to Red Bank for Walk of Fame Induction, Teach Rock Benefit
Two River Times reports that Steven Van Zandt is returning to Red Bank for a Walk of Fame induction and a benefit for his TeachRock program.
Read the full story at Two River Times.
Rumson-Fair Haven Wins 2026 Shore Conference Girls Tennis Title
Read the full story at Two River Times.
Decision Made: Oceanic Bridge Will Have 65-Foot Clearance
Two River Times reports county officials reviewed plans for the Oceanic Bridge replacement at a Sept. 29 public session, confirming a 65-foot clearance.
Read the full story at Two River Times.
10 most expensive homes sold in Monmouth County, Sept. 28-Oct. 4
Read the full story at NJ.com.
NJ Transit and Amtrak reducing service again because of work on this major bridge. What you need to know.
NJ.com reports NJ Transit and Amtrak are cutting service starting Sunday as crews finish shifting rail traffic onto the new Portal North Bridge.
Read the full story at NJ.com.
Red Bank: Schools recruit council in charter school fight; mayor calls move “misguided”
The Red Bank school district is asking the borough council to join its opposition to charter schools, a move the mayor called misguided, redbankgreen reports.
Read the full story at redbankgreen.
Pop up tacos draw crowd
redbankgreen reports that pop-up vendor Tacos Los Mandones drew a long line at the train station on Thursday night.
Read the full story at redbankgreen.
Live Music, Oktoberfest & More: This Weekend In Monmouth County
Rumson-Fair Haven Patch rounds up weekend happenings across Monmouth County, including live music and Oktoberfest events.
Read the full story at Rumson-Fair Haven Patch.
From town halls
A few updates posted directly by borough and township offices, covering upcoming events, road closures and meeting agendas.
Allenhurst Fall Fest
Read the full story at Allenhurst.
JCP&L - Storm Response and Outages Update
JCP&L representatives will present on storm response, outages and electrical system upgrades at an upcoming Wall Township Committee meeting.
Read the full story at Wall Township.
Tunnels to Towers 5K Road Closures
Wall Township notes road closures for the Tunnel to Towers Foundation's second annual 5K run and walk on Sunday, October 18, 2026.
Read the full story at Wall Township.
South Monmouth Regional Sewerage Authority
Brielle posted a notice regarding the South Monmouth Regional Sewerage Authority.
Read the full story at Brielle.
Coming up this weekend
Saturday, October 10 brings farmers markets along the shore, plus an art exhibit and a cross country race if you're up early.
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Asbury Park Sunset Farmers Market
Saturday · 8:00 AM · Fireman’s Park, Asbruy Park · Asbury ParkCommunity farmer’s market featuring seasonable fresh fruit and vegetables, cut flowers. Bread, cheese and Italian pastries and stuffed breads,
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Saturday · 8:30 AM · Huddy Park, 329 Bay Ave, Highlands, NJ 07732
The Highlands Business Partnership’s traditional 32nd Annual Farmers’ Market begins every Saturday morning from June 20 through November 21st, 2026. Fresh-picked juicy,…
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On Display Rose Reilly Leonard Annual Student Art Show
Saturday · 9:00 AM · Wall Township BranchOn display at the Wall Township Library. Stop in the Wall Library Meeting Room and enjoy the Rose Reilly Leonard’s students exhibit of watercolors.
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Shore AC Fall Adult XC Series — Wolf Hill Park
Saturday · 9:00 AM · Various Monmouth County Parks, Monmouth County, NJ · MiddletownEvery Saturday morning, rain or shine, the Shore AC offers a 5K race along with team, age group and individual scoring, and series prizes. All ages and abilities…
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Saturday · 9:30 AM · James J. Cullen Center, 1776 Union Ave, Hazlet, NJ 07730
Get ready for the kickoff of a brand-new season. This Hazlet Township team is dedicated to fostering a vibrant community space and providing a consistent, high-quality…
marketvia Monmouth County Tourism
That's the week in Monmouth County. Dates, times and details can change, so check with the organizer or municipality before heading out, and follow the original outlet for the full story on anything you want to read more about.