Free concerts in Tuckerton this summer turned out not only to be a way to enjoy the beautiful weather, great music and bring the community together, but also to uplift residents in need. The borough’s Friday-night concert series, hosted by the Pride and Celebration Committee, raised over $750 for the Tuckerton Food Pantry, and the Tuckerton Beach Association collected $1,599 for the pantry at its own concerts.

Penny Hughes, a representative for the food pantry, said the donations allow the food pantry to serve the community…