BROOKDALE PUBLIC RADIO - Key Persons

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• Fox / Assistant Program Director

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• Dean Harlem ( 08 / 14 / 2023 )

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• President
• President of Brookdale Community College ( 02 / 28 / 2024 )
• President of Brookdale Community College Joined Me in the Studio to Chat about New Developments and Milestones at Brookdale Community College

Dr. David Stout, President of Brookdale Community College joined me in the studio to chat about new developments and milestones at Brookdale Community College.

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• Acting Health Commissioner Baston Unveil NJ Report Card on Hospital Maternity Care
• DCF Commissioner Beyer, State Legislators and Others Join Together to Celebrate Launch of Family Connects NJ

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• NJ 's Transportation Trust Fund for Five More Years

James Maddock chats with Jeff Raspe about his new album and upcoming Asbury Park show.

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• Director of the Newly Renamed Career Center

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• New Jersey Department of Health Acting Commissioner

Kevin Smith has announced that his new film has been picked up.

Marc Ribler joined me in the studio to chat about his upcoming tribute to Watkins Glen featuring music from The Allman Brothers Band, Grateful Dead and The Band at the Stone Pony.

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• Governor Murphy Announces Allocation of $95 Million from New Jersey 's Opioid Recovery and Remediation Fund
• Governor Murphy Announces Francis K. O'Connor to Serve As Commissioner of the Department of Transportation

LINCROFT, NJ - The Monmouth County Board of County Commissioners is excited to host the Spring 2024 Made in Monmouth which will take place on Saturday, April 27, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Robert J. Collins Arena and Recreation Events Center at Brookdale Community College. TRENTON, N.J. - An Ocean County man was sentenced today to 30 months in prison for failing to pay over $10 million in payroll taxes stemming from his ownership of several businesses, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced. Middletown - On April 5, 2024, Middletown Twp. Police responded to Crown Tire, located at 330 State Route 36 in the Port Monmouth section, for a report of an assault involving a hammer. FREEHOLD - A husband and wife who were found deceased in their Keyport home last week died as a result of a murder-suicide, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced on Monday. According to NJ.com, earlier this month the legislature approved a bill that, as part of reauthorizing the state Transportation Trust Fund, a fee for electric vehicles would be charged to cover road wear and maintenance. FREEHOLD - A former Wall Township Police Department Sergeant has been sentenced to five years in state prison for stealing more than $115,000 from his local Police Benevolent Association (PBA) chapter, a youth football nonprofit organization, and charitable campaigns intended to drive breast cancer research and benefit the survivor of a serious neurological injury, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced Thursday. FREEHOLD - A Gloucester County man has been arrested and charged with endangering a 14-year-old from Monmouth County with whom he recently engaged in sexually explicit conversations online, Monmouth County Prosecutor Raymond S. Santiago announced Tuesday West Long Branch, NJ - Property taxes and economic issues, such as the cost of living, are the biggest top-of-mind concerns for New Jersey residents when thinking about the state's most important issues. According to the Monmouth University Poll, about half want to leave the state - although just over a quarter say they are very likely to do so - with cost of living being a key factor in that decision. The poll finds little awareness of the yet to be implemented Stay NJ senior property tax cut program. However, the results also suggest the program may lead some homeowners who want to leave the state to reconsider. In other poll findings, Monmouth's benchmark Garden State Quality of Life Index has remained stable over the past year. NEWARK, NJ - NJ TRANSIT is expanding its Access Link rideshare partnership to seven additional counties throughout the state. Access Link customers in Region 4 (Mercer, Monmouth, Middlesex and North Ocean) and Region 6 (Bergen, Passaic and Hudson) are now able to opt in to receive their rides through Lyft or Black and White Taxi as part of the Riders' Choice Pilot Program which began in May 2023. TRENTON - First Lady Tammy Murphy and New Jersey Department of Health Acting Commissioner Kaitlan Baston today released the New Jersey Report Card of Hospital Maternity Care. The report card is the first of its kind in the nation and outlines key metrics on maternal health care derived from 2021 and 2022 hospital deliveries reported to the New Jersey Department of Health (NJDOH) through general acute care hospital discharges and electronic birth records. The report card comes in a new redesigned format allowing viewers easy access to additional metrics and improved interactive features, and was designed with the needs of expecting moms front of mind. Fairleigh Dickinson University, Madison, NJ, February 6, 2024 - Governor Phil Murphy's approval ratings remain relatively high, but there is trouble on the horizon. According to the latest results from the FDU Poll, First Lady Tammy Murphy's campaign for the US Senate seat currently held by Bob Menendez is driving down Governor Murphy's approval and driving up disapproval among independents and Republicans in the state. TRENTON - Governor Phil Murphy announced his intention to nominate Francis (Fran) K. O'Connor as Commissioner of the New Jersey Department of Transportation (DOT). O'Connor's nomination follows the transition of current DOT Commissioner Diane Gutierrez-Scaccetti to her new role as Governor Murphy's Chief of Staff. TRENTON - First Lady Tammy Murphy today hosted a roundtable discussion to celebrate Maternal Health Awareness Day. During the discussion, the First Lady, Department of Children and Families Commissioner Christine Norbut Beyer, Senate Majority Leader M. Teresa Ruiz, Assemblywoman Shanique Speight, and others discussed the importance of the recently launched Family Connects NJ program. Family Connects NJ is a new state program offering a free, voluntary, in-home visit by a specially trained nurse to support all families and their newborns within two weeks after delivery. NEWARK, NJ - Since 2015, NJ TRANSIT has held the line on fare increases while not only improving service performance, but adding additional service on more than 100 bus routes and implementing substantial emergency service to support customers abandoned by multiple private bus carriers. According to Red Bank Green, four weeks after shuttering their Red Bank location, it appears that Sickles Market in Little Silver has closed as well. TRENTON - The New Jersey Department of Labor and Workforce Development (NJDOL) has awarded $7.9 million in the most recent round of grant funding through the Growing Apprenticeship in Nontraditional Sectors (GAINS) and Pre-Apprenticeship in Career Education (PACE) grant programs to foster the creation and expansion of apprenticeship and pre-apprenticeship programs throughout the state. Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer announced that on February 15, 2024, James Liu, 30, of Ocean Township, Monmouth County, was charged with Strict Liability Drug Induced Death in connection with the death of a 33 year-old male in Berkeley Township on December 26, 2023. According to a Facebook Post, Toms River Police said, on February 25, 2024, at approximately 6:55 pm, officers were dispatched to Aldi, 86 Route 70, for a disturbance involving customers arguing in the parking lot TRENTON, NJ - The Murphy Administration today announced the award of $100 million in Boardwalk Preservation Fund grants to 18 municipalities to assist them in addressing the most critical and necessary capital needs of boardwalks in their communities. Administered by the New Jersey Department of Community Affairs (DCA), the grant funding also aims to help Jersey shore communities remain vibrant tourism destinations in the long term by investing in state-of-the-art materials that increase storm resiliency and ensure longer lasting infrastructure. TRENTON - Governor Phil Murphy today announced the allocation of over $95 million from New Jersey's Opioid Recovery and Remediation Fund to support critical programs tackling the opioid crisis, connecting New Jerseyans with tools to reduce overdoses and other harms of substance use, and supporting the treatment and recovery of residents struggling with substance use disorders. At the recommendation of the State's Opioid Recovery and Remediation Advisory Council and with extensive input from the public, six programs addressing four priority areas - harm reduction, prevention and recovery support, treatment, and housing - have been identified to receive funding over the next two to three years.

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• Governor

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• Cranston Dean

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• Governor

Governor Phil Murphy signed Executive Order No. 354 establishing the New Jersey-India Commission. The commission will be charged with advancing bilateral trade and investment and encouraging economic development in both New Jersey and India. As India is the most populous country in the world with one of the fastest-growing economies, the commission aims to promote cultural and educational exchanges between New Jersey and India and to promote sustainable long-term economic growth.

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• Program Director
• Dentist Stopped by the Station Prior to Them Playing As Part of the North2Shore Festival

Ray Andersen stopped by recently to chat about his upcoming "Bowie And Beyond" show. Decade, a Neil Young tribute, recently stopped by to chat about their upcoming "The Ditch Trilogy Years" show. Troy Burbank of the film "What Lives Here" and Ernie O'Donnell from the Smodcastle in Atlantic Highlands came by to chat about the new film. Dentist stopped by the station prior to them playing as part of the North2Shore Festival Grew up in Manasquan, where I forged my working papers so I could get a job in a local restaurant. Started in radio when I was 17, then jumped into the record business at 18, lying about my age like a mad-man. Got back into radio in my early 20's, when I was named program director of WHTG, which we changed into FM 1063 (recognized by the industry as one of the first and most influential alternative rock stations in the country). Left FM1063 after a little more than a decade, heading out west to work on a couple of radio stations in New Mexico; after a few years, I moved back to the NYC area to get back into the record business. After that label ( and then another one) were both absorbed by bigger companies, I spent the next few years on Sirius Satellite Radio, working on several channels, before I was lucky to rejoin my Alma Mater (Brookdale Community College), and program 90.5 The NIGHT. Over the years, I've been fortunate to travel around the country, and work with artists from Belle & Sebastian to Rush, Rob Halford to Little Feat, but my biggest thrill has always been, and continues to be, putting on a pair of headphones, and being on the radio. Local favorite Jake Thistle came by to play us a couple of songs (including a brand new one!) and chat about the shows he has coming up. Ryan Marlowe of the Veterans Center at Brookdale Community College stopped by to let us know what's going at the Center and the help they provide. Patrick Zavorskas and Summer Deaver of the Caroline Huber Holistic Wellness Center at Brookdale Community College stopped by to let us know about the just opened Center on campus. Surfing For Daisy came by to chat with me about several upcoming shows and other projects they have coming up.

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• Monmouth County Commissioner Director Delivers State of the County Address

Thomas A. Arnone discussed the county's accomplishments in 2023 and goals for 2024. A new Monmouth University poll finds that a majority of New Jerseyans believe Senator Bob Menendez should resign following his federal indictment in September of 2023. Bill S2292 would require low-speed electric bikes and scooters to be registered with the Motor Vehicle Commission and insured with liability coverage, personal injury protection coverage for pedestrians, and uninsured motorist coverage. Giancarlo Nevarez of Millstone has been charged with first-degree armed robbery, second-degree possession of a weapon for an unlawful purpose and second-degree unlawful possession of a weapon. The Ocean County Prosecutor's office announced that Paul Kennedy, the former Mayor of Ocean Gate, was sentenced to 3 years in state prison after pleading guilty to a pattern of official misconduct. When police responded to an unrelated matter at the Howell residence of 29-year-old Christopher Sanchez in late March of 2023, they discovered the body of a cat outside the home. Those who commute to Manhattan on the North Jersey Coast Line will be glad to hear about new federal funding for passenger rail improvements. On Wednesday, October 25th the Monmouth County Board of County Commissioners along with the Monmouth County Division on Aging, Disabilities and Veteran Services will be hosting a Veterans Services Resource Fair. A new poll from Monmouth University indicates that voters do not have much enthusiasm for the front-runner candidates in the 2024 presidential election. The poll results show that just 37% of American voters expressed any enthusiasm for former President Donald Trump winning the Republican nomination and only 32% had enthusiasm for current President Joe Biden running for a second term. Monmouth County voters interested in casting their ballots via mail can now do so in advance of Election Day on November 7th. To vote by mail, a Vote by Mail Ballot Application must be completed. Brenden B. Santiago of Tinton Falls was charged with one count of third-degree Shoplifting and one count of fourth-degree Attempted Shoplifting after stealing from multiple locations of a discount department-store chain. The Monmouth County Prosecutor's Office has revealed that 32-year-old Kenneth Knapp Jr. of Matawan pled guilty to charges of first-degree Aggravated Manslaughter and second-degree Desecration of Human Remains earlier this week. The bill, signed by Governor Murphy on Tuesday, has been touted as the first overhaul of the state's liquor license laws since the aftermath of prohibition. 21-year-old Gabriel Braithwaite of Keansburg has been sentenced to 40 years in prison for two counts of first-degree murder. 24-year-old accomplice Jeron Dearin of Aberdeen has been sentenced to 5 years for conspiracy to commit aggravated assault. New state legislation aims to create procedures for inspecting, evaluating and maintaining the structural integrity of certain multifamily buildings. Carl A. Richards, aged 38, has been charged with first-degree aggravated manslaughter following a violent New Year's Day incident.

Sean Carolan started playing challenging rock on the radio in 1982, at New Brunswick's WRSU and Melody Bar, and at WHTG FM 106.3 through 1992. He started Altrok as a web station in 2000, and successfully infected 90.5 The Night with it starting in 2005. Not surprisingly, he's also helping to run sister station Altrok Radio where plenty of amiably disconcerting tracks play 24/7. His wife and kids are pretty sure he's around somewhere.

Our mission is to help and provide assistance, services and programs that support ALS patients and their families in our local communities to live and enjoy as full and as normal a life as possible. Destiny's Bridge™ envisions being a community established for the temporary housing and care of homeless adults. The primary objective will be to provide shelter, sustenance, and medical care, with opportunities for rehabilitation, and training in employable skills, to facilitate reintegration with mainstream society.

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• Dave Vargo and Dean Harlem Visit With Stu Coogan
• Space Caboose ( 09 / 18 / 2023 )

The Matthew Curry Band stopped by to play a couple of songs live and chat about what they've been up to and a couple of local shows. Stu Coogan (Evening Host 7p-11p) is closing in on becoming a 20 year veteran of the radio airwaves. 2After 22 years on the business side of the communications industry, he gives hope to all those who make the move to change careers in midstream. "Stu Coo" used buyout money from his prior employment to attend Brookdale Community College which provided a path to his true love "Radioland" ! A life long music lover and amateur player, Stu brings an authentic, vintage, and fun flavor to evenings on "The Night". You'll be treated to a dose of Dead, Beatle break, and a bit of blues along with the usual terrific mix you've come to expect from Brookdale Public Radio. Sunday nights Stu hosts the Box of Blues from 10 Midnight where you'll hear blues from local to legendary. He will toss in a blues cd of the week and a spot of jazz, too.

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• General Manager
• Although Incumbent Bob Menendez Has Not Announced If He Will Seek a 4th Term, He Has Two Candidates Via for the Job from Within His Own Party
• the Murphy Administration Has Announced a Round of Funding for Offshore Wind Research and Monitoring

The Murphy Administration has announced a round of funding for offshore wind research and monitoring. A judge has ordered an Ocean County couple to remain jailed on charges including producing marijuana According to a press release, a resident on Oxford Street heard banging on his door then a suspect ran through the home while brandishing a handgun. As of Monday, the State University of New Jersey will no longer require students, faculty, staff, and affiliates to be immunized against COVID-19. A suspect has been arrested in connection with a number of "smash and grab" burglaries of commercial business along the Jersey Shore. Joel Wittlels admits to working with Eli Weinstein to defraud investors of $230M A jewelry store was robbed in Toms River before the start of the holiday weekend. The Fiscal Year 2024 has passed in the House of Representatives in Washington that includes over $16 million in funding for 13 area projects. The vacant lot on Leonardville Road in the Belford section of Middletown may be getting a new discount store. On this episode of Brookdale Beat I'll be talking to Jill Donovan, Director of the newly renamed Career Center at Brookdale Community College. We'll find out why It's important to explore career options while in school and how you can work at Brookdale while taking classes. The Department of Justice has charged a Monmouth County man for impersonating a DEA Agent and possessing a handgun. Overnight heavy rainfall and winds have triggered a flood watch, coastal flood advisory and wind advisory to Monmouth and Ocean counties. October's incidents were over 50% over the last average of the last nine months. Anyone trying to get through Red Bank yesterday morning may have run into some detours. Yesmin Sanchez-Centeno, now 18, had pleaded guilty to leaving the scene of an accident resulting in death as well as strict liability homicide. After 31 drawings, the winning ticket was sold at a Shoprite on the Jersey Shore Although incumbent Bob Menendez has not announced if he will seek a 4th term, he has two candidates via for the job from within his own party. A bill in front of the New Jersey State Senate would require drivers in the Garden State to submit a blood sample if suspected to be under the influence of marijuana or any other narcotic. Music host (Sun. 7p-10p), host of Brookdale Beat podcast, Advisor to Brookdale Student Radio & Station Manager. During some weeks he gets relief during the first hour of his shift for a Guest DJ. He's been in radio since 1993 and is a proud husband and father of 3. Since 1997 he's worked at Brookdale Community College in a number or roles at the Radio Station. Since it's inception, Tom has been the advisor of Brookdale Student Radio & Podcasting Club, the student-run radio station at the College. This helps his passion of showing the broadcasters of the future how radio works through Brookdale's academic and student life programs. While on the air, Tom likes to sneak in some of his favorite artists so, when he's on you may hear some Radiohead, Spoon, or Lenny Kravitz. You may also hear him talking about some of his favorite movies and their music on the air. Be prepared for "The Big Lebowski", Martin Scorsese and Wes Anderson film references. He often appears on the station's Instagram account talking about today in music history and spins songs related to a special anniversary like an album's release or musician's birthday.

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• Developer Pulls Plug on Plans for a Discount Store in Middletown

The early voting locations for the June 4th Primary elections have just been announced. FREEHOLD, NJ - The Monmouth County Board of County Commissioners, Monmouth ACTS Community Partners, representatives from the Monmouth County Department of Human Services and other members of Monmouth County leadership gathered to announce the launch of the Monmouth ACTS Navigation System - a streamlined method of connecting residents to needed services and support. The Navigation System, which integrates live support with a state-of-the-art electronic referral system, is the first of its kind in the state.