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Gibson Named Operations Manager for the Lakewood Branch of Harmony Bank

Sarah Gibson, Beach Haven, N.J., has been named operations manager for the Lakewood branch of Harmony Bank, with headquarters in Jackson. Her main responsibility will be to manage the Lakewood branch of Harmony Bank at 500 River Avenue. Gibson has worked in the banking industry for 17 years. Prior to joining Harmony Bank, Gibson worked…


Are You Ready to Get Dirty? Your First Mud Run Is This Sunday!

The Foundation of Specialty Hospitals, 500 River Avenue, Lakewood, is sponsoring Your First Mud Run, a family event (ages six and up) and obstacle race with a little mud thrown in, on Sunday, May 17 at 1075 Stephenson Avenue, Oceanport (formerly Ft. Monmouth). Check-in begins at 9:00 a.m. and the first Run Waves begin at…


Lakewood Township to Honor All Soldiers May 21 and May 25

Members of the Lakewood Township community are honoring the heroic actions of those men and women who have served in the military and are now serving in the military on Monday, May 25, 2015, with a parade and services at the All War Memorial Amphitheater at Lake Carasaljo, North Lake Drive. A special observance in…


Visit OHI at the Jersey Shore Festival

Ocean Health Initiatives (OHI), a federally qualified health care center, will be participating in the Jersey Shore Festival at the Seaside Heights boardwalk, between Hancock and Fremont avenues, Saturday, May 16 from noon to 7:00 p.m.; and Sunday, May 17, from noon to 5:00 p.m., with free blood pressure screenings, giveaways, health education, and outreach…


OHI Sponsors Events for National Women’s Health Week

OHI (Ocean Health Initiatives, Inc.), a federally qualified health center, is recognizing National Women’s Health Week with several events and information about the expansion of its OB/GYN program. Visit OHI’s tent for information about women’s health, the Marketplace and special enrollment situations, and OHI’s expansion of its OB/GYN services. Enjoy small giveaways, light refreshments and…


Allen Promoted to VP/Business Development Officer of Harmony Bank

Leonard Allen, West Long Branch, N.J., has been promoted to vice president and business development officer for Harmony Bank, with headquarters in Jackson. His main responsibility includes building, expanding and enhancing business and customer relationships in the Lakewood community. Before his promotion, Allen was the vice president and branch manager of Harmony Bank, 500 River…


Caregiver Volunteers Sponsor Super 50/50 Raffle to Benefit the Elderly

Caregiver Volunteers of Central Jersey (CVCJ) is sponsoring a super 50/50 raffle. Only 200 tickets will be sold at $100.00 each. If all tickets are sold, the winner will receive a grand prize of $10,000. Feel free to share the cost of a ticket with friends, family or co-workers! The drawing will take place the…


Eat, Drink and Donate at McDonald’s to Help Fund the Lakewood Museum

Bring your appetite and the attached voucher to McDonald’s Proceeds Fundraiser on Thursday, May 21, 2015, from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m., at McDonald’s 6771 Route 9 North, Howell, N.J., just north of the former Regent Diner. Present a special voucher and 25 percent of all purchases will be donated to the Lakewood Historical Society. The…


Assemblyman Kean Proposes Secure Schools for All Children Act

How much would you pay to make sure children are safe in school? Assemblymen Sean T. Kean (District 30) is sponsoring “Secure Schools for All Children Act” (A-4288), a bill that provides $25.00 per pupil to help ensure security measures for nonpublic school children. Public school students already receive about $75.00 per pupil for security…


Atlantic City Ballet Returns to the Strand Theater with Carmen

After a two year absence, the Atlantic City Ballet is returning to The Strand Theater, 400 Clifton Avenue, Lakewood, N.J., with its sexy performance of Bizet’s Carmen on Saturday, April 25 at 7:00 p.m. The Strand Theater has hosted the ballet in the past with performances of Dracula and Nutcracker and the original premier of…