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Opinion•July 23, 2025
Dramatic Change
There has been a dramatic change in real estate transactions in New Jersey. On July 1, 2025 the governor signed the Fiscal Year 2026 New Jersey Budget into law, which includes an increase to the…
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Business••July 23, 2025
Rothstein of Beach Block Prints Creates Surf City Passport on Art and Community
There’s a new passport for Surf City. You won’t need it to get in or out of town. Fortunately, there are no customs agents or lines. But if you want to grab one of those locally famous Wally’s Crumb…
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Arts & Entertainment••July 23, 2025
Against Excellent Mini Golfing Family, an Ace Here or There Makes Difference
It’s not often I have to dig into the wait list during the summer, but last week was one of those times. And it almost cost me my undefeated record.
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News••July 23, 2025
New Jersey Sues Feds to Stop Disaster Mitigation Program Cuts
Saying the Trump administration’s shuttering of a federal program geared to keeping communities safe from natural disasters before they happen is unlawful, 20 states, including New Jersey, are suing…
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Columns••July 23, 2025
Little Sunday Mysto Swell Adds to Summer Fun
This is turning out to be quite an enjoyable summer. Last Sunday was the Jetty Coquina Jam. And while my colleague Ciara Dursee has the full wrap-up of the event in this issue, I want to note there…
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News••July 23, 2025
New Jersey Democrats Strongly Oppose Immigrant Detention Center at Joint Base
The Department of Defense has approved plans to house immigration detainees at Joint Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst.
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News••July 23, 2025
Lewdness, Shoplifting Arrests Part of Busy Day in Stafford
The early afternoon was a busy time for the Stafford Township Police Department on July 16, as several arrests were made in separate incidents.
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Arts & Entertainment••July 23, 2025
Art Notes, July 23
Windows to the Soul: Every summer, glass artist Mary Tantillo unveils a new collection of glass art and hosts a reception at her Surf City gallery. This year’s fête is set for Friday, July 25 from 5…
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Business••July 23, 2025
Tide Table Introduces Ellis’ Chicken & Crab Cakes
The seventh member of the Tide Table Group’s family of restaurants, Ellis’ Chicken & Crab Cakes, opened its doors on June 20 in Beach Haven. Billy Mehl, Tide Table’s operations manager and part owner…
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Columns••July 23, 2025
It’s Hot to the Hilt But Summer Frosts Could Cool Its Jets
It’s a slam dunk that we’re feeling the hottest summer on record … unless we’re hit by August freezes. Hey, just such summer chills happened in 1816, proclaimed “The Year Without a Summer.”
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Opinion•July 23, 2025
In Good Hands
Just before 5 p.m. on July 15 my wife experienced a medical episode that required assistance in leaving the beach and returning to our house. The Long Beach Township Beach Patrol crew led by Andrew…
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News••July 23, 2025
Seaport Stitchers Sew Stockings for Military
Several Little Egg Harbor Township residents have dedicated countless hours to supporting United States military service members and veterans in any way they can. For some, their handiwork skills are…
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Arts & Entertainment••July 23, 2025
Music Therapy 101 at Lacey Library
Are you aware of the many ways music therapy can help restore balance and peace to your life? This will be emphasized in “How to Use Music Therapy: Techniques to Navigate Everyday Challenges” at the…
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Arts & Entertainment••July 23, 2025
Watch Documentary, Discuss Plastic Pollution in Stafford
Plastic pollution has had a detrimental impact on the ocean during recent decades, and understanding its effects locally is a big part of developing solutions for the future.
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Sports••July 23, 2025
White Marlin Invitational Seeking Anglers
The Beach Haven Marlin and Tuna Club will host its 56th White Marlin Invitational from Monday, Aug. 11 to Saturday, Aug. 16.
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Business••July 23, 2025
Island Dry Cleaners Owner Reducing Role
Individuals who frequent Island Dry Cleaners in Ship Bottom to assist them with their clothes may recognize the name Robert “Bob” Gould. Gould has had a fundamental impact at the business and has…
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Columns••July 23, 2025
Chevy Lopez Teases New Tunes at Surf City Hotel for 15th Summer
The Surf City Hotel was all fired up on Friday night as Chevy Lopez brought the heat home for its 15th – yes, 15th – season playing on Long Beach Island.
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Arts & Entertainment••July 23, 2025
Photographer Ann Coen Releases ‘Slack Tide,’ Personal Moments of Joy
The line of people waiting to meet and congratulate photographer Ann Coen extended across the Mallard Island Estate ballroom Thursday night during the book launch and signing event for Slack Tide…
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News••July 23, 2025
NJBPU Vacancies Could Be Opening for Jersey Shore Pick
While a chance to end the drought and appoint a N.J. Board of Public Utilities member from the Jersey Shore has existed for more than year, it was punctuated last week amid the resignation of a…
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News••July 23, 2025
Youngsters Get Primer on Police Activity
The Barnegat Township Police Department recently concluded its annual one-week Youth Police Academy, aimed at educating and inspiring children in grades four through six about public safety and law…
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News••July 23, 2025
OCC Among Institutions Awarded ‘Trees for Schools’ Grant Funding
The N.J. Department of Environmental Protection, Sustainable Jersey and The College of New Jersey recently announced awards of nearly $4.5 million in “Trees for Schools” grants, which will fund the…
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Arts & Entertainment••July 23, 2025
Learn to Be More Green at Stafford Fair
Step into a world in which sustainability meets excitement, and get ready for a day packed with fun, learning and community spirit.
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Arts & Entertainment••July 23, 2025
Summer Bash Aids Hearts of Mercy
Hearts of Mercy is partnering with Queen City Market and Marina in Beach Haven for a summer bash on on Friday, Aug. 1, from, 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. at 525 Second St.
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Opinion••July 23, 2025
LBI Beach Babes: Go Enjoy the Bikini as Long You Can
How does one prepare for summer if one is of a certain age? I saw a sign whilst walking the dog the other day. It said, “How to have a beach body: Have a body, go to the beach.” As if!
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News••July 23, 2025
State Currently Issuing Senior Freeze Checks
Senior Freeze checks are on their way to mailboxes throughout New Jersey. The state Department of the Treasury’s Division of Taxation began issuing the property tax reimbursements in mid-July, and…
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Opinion•July 23, 2025
Suggestion for Dems
In the June 25 edition, one Jim Eller wrote a Commentary column titled “Promises, Promises Lead to Questions, Questions.” I have no intention of responding to every anti-President Trump point he…
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Arts & Entertainment••July 23, 2025
Fr. Alphonse’s Orchestra to Perform at St. Francis Church Aug. 3
Join St. Francis Parish for an unforgettable musical experience, as Fr. Alphonse’s Orchestra of St. Peter By the Sea performs at the church in Brant Beach from 3:30 to 6 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 3. The…
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Arts & Entertainment••July 23, 2025
Joey D and Johnny B’s Rockin’ Oldies
STYLE: It’s all in the name! Oldies, doo-wop, Motown and disco are their specialties.
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Arts & Entertainment••July 23, 2025
Program Focus Is Cyber Crime, Scams
The Beach Haven Public Library presents “Vigilance Against Cyber Crime” on Wednesday, July 30 at 1 p.m.
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Arts & Entertainment••July 23, 2025
Virtual Talk Is All About the Brain
The human mind is endlessly fascinating and mysterious. Explore its wonder during a virtual conversation with neurologist and author Pria Anand while she chats about her new book, The Mind Electric…
