State Health Planning Board

Hospital is closed
Apr 16, 2026

Heights hospital closure hearing halted amid legal fight

A Jersey City hospital closure battle intensifies as a Heights University Hospital hearing is halted, drawing backlash from local officials.

On Oct. 17, 2025, Eric Carney, president and CEO of Monmouth Medical Center and Monmouth Medical Center Southern Campus in Lakewood, shared plans for the new 252-bed modern acute care hospital in Tinton Falls on the Vogel Medical Campus.
Dec 18, 2025

Board approves Monmouth Medical Center move to Tinton Falls

RWJBarnabas Health's proposed $858 million project includes a 252-bed modern acute care hospital on the Vogel Medical Campus as well as upgrades to the current Long Branch facility.