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Prince Harry The Cat!

Liz Jeressi — Thu, 16 May 2013 12:00:13 +0000

Our Point Pet of the Week was given the royal name in honor of Prince Harry’s visit this week. The Monmouth County SPCA says Prince Harry also goes by the less royal name of Mittens, lol, and is a front de-clawed poly-dactyl cat…which means he has extra toes on each paw. Mittens/Prince Harry was surrendered [...]

Community Shred Day And Food Drive For FoodBank Of Monmouth And Ocean Counties

Lou Russo — Thu, 16 May 2013 10:12:05 +0000

You can help the FoodBank of Monmouth and Ocean Counties and protect yourself against identity theft at the same time this Saturday from 9am to 1pm at the Community Shred Day and Food Drive at the FoodBank. Here’s how it works, When you bring a donation of non-perishable food to the FoodBank this Saturday between 9am [...]

Manasquan Will Build a Playground in Remembrance of Newtown Connecticut and Hurricane Sandy

Liz Jeressi — Tue, 14 May 2013 12:09:41 +0000

The playgrounds are being built in 26 towns in our state hard hit by the Superstorm, inspired by the senseless violence in Newtown, Connecticut. The aim is to create 26 living memorials to all children who have been victims of violence while creating safe, fun places for children to be children. The hope is that these [...]

Girl Scouts Want Your Help During "Do It For Your Daughter" Campaign

Lou Russo — Fri, 10 May 2013 10:01:49 +0000

Junior Girl Scout Troop 1701′s ”Do It For Your Daughter” Campaign is looking for 1000 signatures from moms promising to get a mammogram. The campaign has gotten the girls national attention, including a visit to Good Day New York. I met the girls last weekend as they prepared to go onstage at the Algonquin Theater in Manasquan to [...]

These Pets are up for Adoption Because of Sad Circumstances

Liz Jeressi — Thu, 09 May 2013 12:01:25 +0000

Our Point Pets of the Week are lucky to have bounced back after heartbreak. The Monmouth County SPCA says Gizmo is a one year old pit bull mix that was rescued from a cruelty situation. This goofy little boy, who came from such an unfortunate background, still LOVES being with people and being cuddled. Gizmo [...]

Donations Needed for Mary's Place by the Sea Walkathon This Weekend

Laurie Cataldo — Tue, 07 May 2013 18:48:20 +0000

Mary's Place by the Sea is an amazing organization here at the Jersey Shore that has helped women across the country who are suffering from cancer to rest, heal, and receive several treatments for FREE.

The biggest Mary's Place fundraiser of the year happens this weekend, and so far only 21% of the goal has been raised.

Monmouth County Pancreatic Cancer Walk Set For May 19th At Monmouth University

Lou Russo — Tue, 07 May 2013 12:34:11 +0000

Nicole Tuscano joined us on the show this morning to talk about this year’s Monmouth County Pancreatic Cancer Walk, which will take place at Monmouth University on Sunday May 19th. The walk was started in memory of Nicole’s mom Cleo who passed away from pancreatic cancer in 2008. The first walk was held in 2010 at the Manasquan [...]

You Can Still Buy A Board for Belmar's Boardwalk!

Liz Jeressi — Mon, 06 May 2013 13:14:53 +0000

The deadline has been extended a little longer so that you can be a part of Belmar’s new boardwalk! But don’t wait too long! The mayor has extended the “Buy a Board” fundraiser to Wednesday, May 15th, 2013. So what do you get if you buy a board? Depending on your contribution, your name will [...]

Giuliana And Bill Rancic – Good People Doing Great Work

Lou Russo — Mon, 06 May 2013 10:49:37 +0000

When I was asked to join Giuliana and Bill Rancic on stage for a show called “Little Things”, part of Meridian Health’s “Paint The Town Pink” initiative to remind women to get their annual mammogram, I was glad to do it. I had interviewed Bill on the phone last week but had never met him ,or Giuliana, until just [...]

Bill And Giuliana Rancic Share Their Story For Meridian's Paint The Town Pink

Lou Russo — Fri, 03 May 2013 10:24:44 +0000

Tomorrow night I will be at the Algonquin Arts Theater in Manasquan to spend some time with Bill and Giuliana Rancic during a show thet will feature the couple sharing their personal story and to remind everyone to get an annual mammography. It’s all part of of Meridian Health’s “Paint The Town Pink” initiative. The show [...]

Sgt. Denny Walk to Support Working Military and Wounded Warrior Service Dogs

Laurie Cataldo — Thu, 02 May 2013 17:33:46 +0000

Grab your pets and get ready to walk for a good cause! While we often give thanks to the human members of the military, the four-legged fighters are just as important. One local volunteer organization is working to collect supplies and donations to support military dogs and their handlers. The Sgt. Denny Project is part [...]

A Great Dog For Your Family!

Liz Jeressi — Thu, 02 May 2013 12:23:04 +0000

Our Point Pet of the Week had to be given up by his owners and is now looking for a forever-home. The Monmouth County SPCA invites you to come meet Spotz, a 2-year old Terrier/Boxer mix whose owner had to move to an apartment that did not allow pets. A sad story that we hear [...]

Freehold Township High School Student To Hold Event for SPCA

Liz Jeressi — Thu, 02 May 2013 12:10:48 +0000

16-year-old Robby Murphy has organized an event where you can run with your dog(s) to benefit the Monmouth County SPCA. “Run for the Animals” is the event thought up by Robert when he was 12-years old…and it’s become so successful (and now in its fifth year) that he has raised thousands for the MCSPCA! This year ‘s [...]

Monmouth U Students Make Treats for Service Dogs

Liz Jeressi — Thu, 02 May 2013 11:52:35 +0000

Paw-Triots dog treats are a new brand created by Monmouth University’s Enterpreneurship class, partnering with K9 Soldiers, Inc. The class worked to produce an all-natural, grain-free dog treat with no fillers. These treats are now being manufactured in the USA and will support the dogs who serve the USA as K9 soldiers. The students were [...]

Guiliana And Bill Rancic Help Paint The Town Pink

Lou Russo — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 10:24:07 +0000

Guiliana and Bill Rancic will headline an event called “Little Things” at the Algonquin Arts Theater in Manasquan this Saturday night to help Meridian Health “Paint the Town Pink”, a campaign to help get the word out about the importance of getting a mammogram. The coulpe credit a mammogram with saving Guiliana’s life and [...]

Towns Are Going Pink Starting This Week

Liz Jeressi — Mon, 29 Apr 2013 11:46:34 +0000

If you find yourself driving through town seeing a lot of pink, here’s why. In order to raise awareness of the importance of getting an annual mammogram, towns around our area will join Meridian Health and paint their towns pink. Many towns in Monmouth and Ocean County, including Manasquan, Point Beach, Point Borough, Spring Lake, and Avon, [...]

You're invited to a Celebration at the Homeward Bound Pet Adoption Center in Freehold

Liz Jeressi — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 11:39:13 +0000

The Monmouth County SPCA announces some fun events planned for you and your kids to celebrate its first anniversary this weekend at their Freehold Raceway Mall location. And wait til you hear how many pets have been adopted so far! Since opening in Freehold a year ago, the Monmouth County SPCA’s Homeward Bound Adoption Center, located on the [...]

Adopt This Gentle Giant Dog!

Liz Jeressi — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 12:43:09 +0000

Our Point Pet of the Week is a 110 pound lap dog!The Monmouth County SPCA says Webster is a 7 year old Lab/Great Dane mix with a sensitive soul. And he’s cat friendly, too! He would actually love to be a companion to a kitty in your home! If you’d like to meet Webster, you [...]

The Horrible, Horrible Hurricane

Liz Jeressi — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 12:04:35 +0000

A new book for your kids about coping with deadly, dangerous storms like Sandy is now available. This book offers hope and comfort to help your kids cope with what they’ve been through and in hearing about forecasts for future storms. The book was written by author and Middletown, NJ native Dee Shockley and her three young [...]

American Cancer Society's Cancer Ball Event Set For June 8th

Lou Russo — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 11:52:36 +0000

We are proud to support The American Cancer Society with their annual Cancer Ball event once again this year. The date for the event is June 8th at the beautiful estate of George and Lori Hall in Rumson. This year, the American Cancer Society is marking it’s 100th year and their goal is to [...]