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News••July 3, 2024
Selfridge Shines Light on First Responders as He Receives Top Civilian Heroism Award
On the evening Bob Selfridge received the Carnegie Medal for Heroism, he couldn’t stop himself from putting others first.
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Arts & Entertainment••July 3, 2024
Harvey Cedars’ ‘Coffee With a Cop’ Has Four Dates
The Harvey Cedars “Coffee With a Cop” initiative has grown this summer to include four different dates at four locations around the borough.
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Arts & Entertainment••July 3, 2024
Fun for All Ages at July 10 Barnegat Bay Day
Visit the Long Beach Island Foundation of the Arts and Sciences from 12:30 to 3:30 p.m. on Wednesday, July 10, for educational family fun at the 18th annual Barnegat Bay Day. Each year, this event…
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News••July 3, 2024
‘Barnegat Pride’ Experiences Quick Growth
Earlier this year, Carrie Diona believed people in the LGBTQ+ community in Barnegat Township needed a safe space. The result was her forming Barnegat Pride, which she said has been very…
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Business••July 3, 2024
Coastal Serenity, Laidback Luxe at k+co LIVING
Located in the heart of Beach Haven, k+co LIVING brings a fresh perspective to the coastal lifestyle scene, offering a blend of curated design and laidback luxury. Co-owned by wife-husband team Karen…
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Arts & Entertainment••July 3, 2024
Entire Tyhanic Family Tries to Compete, Keep Pace at Mr. Tee’s
Brandan Tyhanic, an Ocean County high school champion golfer two years ago, loves competing against good competition, as does his sister, Morgan, last summer’s ladies champion at Seaview.
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Arts & Entertainment••July 3, 2024
‘Happy Feet’ Sock Drive Seeks Donations, Volunteers
Kiwanis of LBI has kicked off its ninth annual sock collection drive, which will run through Dec. 3.
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News••July 3, 2024
District 9 Legislators Urge BPU to Reject Natural Gas Rate Increase
State Sen. Carmen Amato and Assemblymen Brian Rumpf and Greg Myhre of the 9th Legislative District are urging Board of Public Utilities officials to reject a petition filed by New Jersey Natural Gas…
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News••July 3, 2024
‘Summer of CHANJ’ Highlights Importance of Habitat Connectivity
The N.J. Department of Environmental Protection is aiming for a “Summer of CHANJ,” as the state unveils its multiplatform public outreach campaign that highlights the importance of protecting habitat…
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News••July 3, 2024
Island Library Friends Announce Scholarship Winners
This year the Friends of the Island Library in Surf City awarded a new scholarship in addition to two that have been awarded annually for more than 30 years in honor of individuals who were…
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Arts & Entertainment••July 3, 2024
Its All Bluegrass at Albert Music Hall
Albert Music Hall in Waretown will hold an all-day bluegrass music festival on Saturday, July 13. Doors open at 2 p.m., and music runs from 3 to 9. Admission is $10 — $1 for children younger than 12.
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Arts & Entertainment••July 3, 2024
Noted Storyteller Weaves Tales of the Pines
The enchantment of New Jersey’s Pine Barrens springs from stories of many cultures that have grown through time. Storyteller, writer and performer Michelle Washington Wilson relates these tales…
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News••July 3, 2024
Offshore Wind Advances as Opponents Keep Pressure On
Even as a local grassroots organization continues its fight against wind turbines off the coast, Atlantic Shores Offshore Wind is moving ahead with its plans by tapping a New Jersey-based company to…
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Sports••July 3, 2024
Stafford 12U Softball Squad Reaches District 16 Title Game, Falls to Northfield
Summertime is Little League baseball and softball all-star tournament time, and several squads from Stafford Township have been and still are vying for District 16 championships.
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Opinion••July 3, 2024
Offshore Wind Now, SMR Nuclear When Available
I am writing in praise of the Commentary by Dr. Edgar J. Gunter in last week’s edition (“Engineer: The Nuts and Bolts of Offshore Wind’s Problems”). To be clear, I am not agreeing with what the…
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News••July 3, 2024
Ardoin, DeMasi Overcome Obstacles and Blaze Paths Toward Bright Future
Cassidy DeMasi searched for a moment as she walked across the Southern Regional High School football field inside Goldberger Memorial Stadium, maneuvering her head slightly to both sides as she…
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Arts & Entertainment••July 3, 2024
Jersey Devil S’mores and Stories
Finish off a double Independence Day weekend by celebrating the new moon at Bass River State Park, 762 Stage Rd. in Bass River, with a Jersey Devil-themed campfire at 7 p.m. this Friday.
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Arts & Entertainment••July 2, 2024
The Way Outs
STYLE: The Way Outs play everything from classic rock to pop to hip hop, but they’re particularly fond of their Emo Nite catalog.
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News••July 2, 2024
Alliance for a Living Ocean Launches Campaign to Keep Waters Balloon Free
Walk the beach on almost any morning and you are likely to find a balloon – either inflated, partially deflated or popped. They are one of the most common pieces of trash found on the beach and they…
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Arts & Entertainment••July 1, 2024
Hearts of Mercy Sponsors Youth Camps, Collabs With Right Coast Hemp
Hearts of Mercy, a nonprofit youth development organization focusing on growth and development, is sponsoring two upcoming local camps this summer.
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Arts & Entertainment••July 1, 2024
St. Francis Festival of the Sea Begins July 2
This year, the start of July also heralds the start of the Festival of the Sea, which will run from Tuesday, July 2, through Saturday, July 6, with all-new attractions for 2024. Don’t miss this…
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Sports••June 29, 2024
Harvey Cedars Crew Aims to Stay on Top of Long Beach Island’s Heap
Surf City and Barnegat Light beach patrols didn’t make it easy, but the Harvey Cedars Beach Patrol crew last summer further cemented its position as the team to beat while capturing an extraordinary…
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Arts & Entertainment••June 28, 2024
Sea Change Challenge: Catch 100 Waves for Recovery
Sea Change Recovery Community Organization invites everyone touched by substance use disorder to participate in the fourth annual 100 Waves for Recovery event, now through Aug. 4.
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Arts & Entertainment••June 27, 2024
Tired Mothers: Tradition Is 60 Years Young, Stronger Than Ever
For 60 years, the Tired Mothers have spent the first week of June on Long Beach Island, getting away from their responsibilities at home, away from their spouses, kids, pets and jobs, away from the…
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News••June 27, 2024
Who Ya Gonna Call?: Water Rescue Efforts Expand Island Wide
The wail of multiple sirens crashed through an otherwise idyllic summer afternoon in Barnegat Light and Long Beach Township on June 23, drowning out the rumble of vehicles and voices carried by the…
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News••June 27, 2024
Heat Accompanies Arrival of Summer
Summer came in with a bang last week, sending temperatures into the 90s in some spots and continuing through the weekend. According to the National Weather Service climate prediction center, don’t be…
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News••June 27, 2024
Moninghoff Says Goodbye to Southern Regional Music Program
Whatever Kevin Moninghoff was thinking as more than 100 alumni of Southern Regional’s music program delivered a rousing rendition of Henry Fillmore’s “Americans We,” only he knows. But as he sat in…
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Arts & Entertainment••June 27, 2024
Garden Tour Enchants; Proceeds Enrich Community
Garden enthusiasts and sun lovers came together on Thursday, June 20 for The Garden Club of Long Beach Island’s Outside Living Garden Tour and Art Show. The all-day event provided ticket holders with…
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Columns••June 27, 2024
Cold Water Last Week? Let’s Blame Gaspard-Gustave de Coriolis
Gaspard-Gustave de Coriolis. Boy were we ever cursing his name last week!
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Columns••June 27, 2024
New Scoop on Hurricanes Doesn’t Match Narratives; We Remain Among the Farmingest States
Long Beach Island’s greatest claim to summer fame, even beyond beaching, fishing, surfing, boating, crabbing, ice creaming, mini-golfing, coffee shop hopping, turbine hating and woozily high weekly…
