written by Mike Irvine In 1977, James T. Robinson and his sons, Alan and David, opened Woodhaven’s first location in Point Pleasant Beach with the goal of offering a comprehensive selection of lumber, millwork, and building supplies at competitive prices, along with the friendly, knowledgeable, go-the-extra-mile service that only a family-run business can provide. Over the years, James, Alan, and David expanded Woodhaven’s offerings to include things like cabinetry design, de

written by Cathy Landrum photos by Graphicus 14 Productions, LLC photos by Bridget Horgan Bell Long Beach Island is overflowing with new construction, but not all homeowners are looking to tear down their beloved beach house and start from scratch. Many of the homes on the island are filled with charm as well as the memories of generations. Some of these houses are just in need of updating, not demolition. How about a new beach-themed kitchen with bright white cabinets, grani

written by Thomas Scangarello Jr and Jessica Scangarello The first thing to think about before starting to create an arrangement for the Fall season is the type of container you want to use. There is no limit to options. The container helps dictate the character of your creation. Planting in an antique, wooden tool box, for example, exudes charm and quaintness, while planting in tall, beautiful urns flanking each side of a driveway leans toward elegance and formality. With th

written by Lisa Simek Next to finding that perfect piece of property, building the home of your dreams can be one of the most exhilarating and rewarding experiences. When preexisting home designs don’t quite measure up to your lifestyle expectations, the reputation of building a custom home certainly precedes itself with promises of prestige, quality, craftsmanship, and that extra little bit of attention to detail. Many imagine that custom homebuilding is synonymous with astr

written by Lisa Simek Envisioning a renovation for a boring backyard? Perhaps you are considering distinctive landscaping for a new construction project? Whether a backyard, front yard, courtyard, patio, or terrace, your next al fresco venture does not have to be daunting. Landscaping design expert David Ash, Jr. of Surf City’s David Ash Jr. Landscape Contractors has more than 30 years of experience transforming ordinary properties into dream-like outdoor living and entertain

written by Tanek Hood Reynolds landscaping photos by Eric Hanse Swimming pools, air conditioning condensers, and supplemental power generators—if not essential, are certainly a luxurious bonus to life on Long Beach Island. The equipment, however, can be large, noisy, and unsightly, creating an eyesore in the otherwise tranquil refuge envisioned by the homeowner. Given limited square footage available on the typical property lot, along with Township restrictions on the placeme

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written by Anne Green Located in the heart of Ocean County, Hackensack Meridian Health Southern Ocean Medical Center has been caring for the community for more than 40 years. In the past several years, numerous investments to facilities and services have brought new treatments, breakthrough technologies, and skilled expertise right here, and in many locations throughout the community. The new Emergency Department, the “front door” to the medical center, sees more than 37,500