Finance + Legal Services

Invested in Monmouth

Bank with your Neighbors Article by APCL Staff | Photography by Provided by Manasquan Bank Have you ever thought about how important it is to trust your bank? When it comes to managing your money, you want a partner who has your back. A good bank isn’t just a place to stash your cash—it’s somewhere you can feel confident about saving for the future, whether you’re planning for a rainy day or reaching bigger goals. Founded in 1874, Manasquan Bank has evolved from a small, community-oriented...

Arts + Culture

A labor of Salt Air and Love

William Patrick Tandy discusses our beloved Beach Badge Article by William Patrick Tandy and APCL Staff | Photography by William Patrick Tandy Tell us more about yourself. My old man was career Coast Guard, so I grew up in various spots along the Jersey Shore – mainly the Manahawkin / Long Beach Island area, but also Cape May, Ocean City, Marmora. After graduating from Southern Regional, I earned a bachelor’s in communications from what is now Stockton University. But the shore back in...

Arts + Culture

A Wicked Time for Good

Celebrate The Center at the Convention Hall this April 24th! Photography by Provided by The Center Get Ready for a Wickedly Fun Night at Center À La Carte! What started as a simple spaghetti dinner in 2009 has now grown into The Center’s biggest and most anticipated fundraiser of the year ! This year’s Wicked themed celebration promises to be an unforgettable evening filled with delicious food, exciting entertainment, and incredible opportunities to give back—all in support of a great...

Home + Design

Architecture & Rock'N'Roll

The Grateful Dead and Design Collide Article by Bernie Augustine | Photography by Kartheek Hedge He didn’t know it at the time, but Scott Daniel’s future was wrapped up under the Christmas tree. “I have a great Christmas memory,” Daniel recalled. “I got an Erector Set and, man, I loved that. It was the greatest gift in the world.” Daniel would tinker with that set, and Lego blocks and Lincoln Logs. Building and breaking down structures, all the while designing a future in architecture that he...

Arts + Culture

A Magical New Experience Projected onto the Paramount

Color & Light celebrates the diverse voices of creators in our communities Article by Shawn Emamjomeh | Photography by Color&Light Festival “It takes all our colors to achieve light.” This Equinox, March 21-22, 2025, Asbury Park, NJ, will shine bright when the inaugural Color & Light Festival transforms the façade of the boardwalk’s architectural treasure, the Paramount Theater, into a dazzling symphony of art, music and technology. Presented by innovative digital art platform PolyOne in...

Real Estate

Location, Location, Location

How to make your home market ready Article by Justine Bouton | Photography by Kartheek Hedge Monmouth County native Meghan Carroll began her real estate career in 2015, turning a lifelong passion into a fulfilling profession. With nearly a decade of experience in the industry, Meghan’s journey has been shaped by a unique and varied background. Born in Baltimore, Maryland, she grew up deeply influenced by her father’s work as a horse trainer. This career took her family to Monmouth County, New...

Professional Services

Don't Give Up Now

Invest 30 minutes a day to meet your fitness goals Article by APCL Staff | Photography by Kartheek Hedge Did you know the second Friday in January is known as "quitters day"? It's the day when 80% of people have already given up on their New Years resolution. If staying active, lifting weights, or getting fit was on your list, working with a personal trainer can help you get back on track and meet your goals. Mike Duffy founded Mike Duffy's Personal Training after noticing a real need for...

Event Planning + Services

The Ross Maghan Agency

Local Expert Advice Article by Bernie Augustine | Photography by Kartheek Hedge It was 2004, and Ross Maghan III was facing a dilemma. Things were going well at the time. The Matawan native was living in downtown Philadelphia with his wife, Mara, they both had jobs that they liked and were thinking of a future there. At that point in time, their future did not include returning to New Jersey. But, plans can change. It all stemmed from a conversation with Ross's father, Ross Jr. The...

Finance + Legal Services

Get on Financial Track

Do you know when you can retir871e? If not, it's time to figure it out! Article by APCL Staff | Photography by Kartheek Hedge New Year New Finances This year, one of your goals might be to save more, and have a realistic timeline for retirement and beyond. Working with a financial planner offers expert advice in investments, tax strategies, retirement, estate planning, and risk management, tailored to your goals. They provide objective, unbiased guidance, helping you navigate market...

Beauty

Treat Yourself!

Curious about medical spa treatments? Here's the Breakdown of what's right for you Article by APCL Staff | Photography by FindOrion Photography BTFL aesthetics is the go-to medial spa in Wall for personalized, expert and affordable minimally invasive services in the discreet setting of Salons by JC Suites in Wall Township. Regardless of your gender, if you are curious about wrinkle relaxers, biostimulators, semaglutide, dermal fillers and more, Britta Millan and Katie Green are the...