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Arts & Entertainment••July 29, 2026
Art Notes, July 29
Back to Class: Pine Shores Art Association invites artists of all skill levels to explore new creative techniques through ongoing classes and workshops at its Stafford and Tuckerton galleries.
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Arts & Entertainment••July 29, 2026
Teens’ Turn to Clean in Little Egg Harbor
Little Egg Harbor teens are invited to “lend a hand, love your land” at a township cleanup intended specifically for the next generation of local environmentalists.
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Arts & Entertainment••July 29, 2026
Lifeguards Speak at Beach Haven Library
The Beach Haven Public Library welcomes members of the borough’s beach patrol for a talk on Monday, Aug. 3 at 10 a.m.
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Arts & Entertainment••July 29, 2026
Justin Jones
STYLE: Acoustic covers of music from the 1950s through today, spiced up with a punk-rock edge.
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Arts & Entertainment••July 29, 2026
See What Fetches Most Funds at BLVFC Auxiliary Auction
The Barnegat Light Volunteer Fire Co. Auxiliary’s 43rd annual auction is this Saturday, Aug. 1. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. and the bidding starts at 6:30, for an array of items donated by businesses…
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Sports••July 29, 2026
Donohue Jr. Passes the Torch, Heads Into New Role at St. Joseph
Growing up in Hammonton, Chuck Donohue Jr. spent some of his summers working at Glossy Fruit Farms, helping with the process of culling and packing tomatoes and cucumbers.
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Arts & Entertainment••July 29, 2026
Shorty Long
HOME BASE: Jersey Shore STYLE: Dance and party songs everyone loves, from old-school to brand-new hits LINEUP: Rick “Shorty Long” Tisch, piano and vocals; John Kern, bass and vocals; Nicolette…
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News••July 29, 2026
LEH Student Bullying Case Numbers Similar Since 2024
Student discipline was the largest issue discussed at the Little Egg Harbor Board of Education meeting on Tuesday, July 21.
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Arts & Entertainment••July 29, 2026
Surflight Will Turn into Woodstock on Aug. 3
At 5 and 8 p.m. on Monday, Aug. 3, the likes of Jimi Hendrix, Janis Joplin, The Who, Santana, Crosby, Stills, Nash and Young, Creedence Clearwater Revival, Joe Cocker and Jefferson Airplane will…
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Arts & Entertainment••July 29, 2026
Green Knuckle Material Brings Basement Roots to Nardi’s Stage
Fueled by passion and punctuated with pop-punk flair, Green Knuckle Material made the Nardi’s Tavern stage its own with a Thursday-night show that set it apart from other cover bands.
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News••July 29, 2026
Cunliffe to Head Barnegat Rotary
July marked leadership changes for the Barnegat Rotary Club as Charles Cunliffe was installed as president at its July 8 meeting at Lefty’s Tavern. He replaces William Ridgway, who held the post for…
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Arts & Entertainment••July 29, 2026
Chicago Tribute Band Appearing at STAC Sounds Incredibly Like the Real Thing
The Stafford Township Arts Center will host Brass Transit, a Chicago tribute band, at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 6.
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News••July 29, 2026
Eagleswood Welcomes New Clerk; Recognizes Need for Fire Co. Volunteers
Tears were shed at the regular Eagleswood Township Committee meeting of Monday, July 27, after a resolution was passed accepting the resignation of Destiny Reynolds, whose job titles include…
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Business••July 29, 2026
Show Place Ice Cream Parlour Offers Much More Than Just Sweet Treats
There are many, very many, ice cream shops on Long Beach Island, but there is only one with a singing and dancing waitstaff – the Show Place Ice Cream Parlour, located at 200 Centre St. in Beach…
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Opinion•July 29, 2026
Deepest Appreciation
One July afternoon, one of my smoke detectors started to “chirp” and continued to do so. I realized that the battery had to be changed, and I could not accomplish it. I am in my “golden years” and…
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Columns••July 29, 2026
Fortifying Jersey From the British
The story of New Jersey’s war at the shore is as complicated as it was under-reported. Even before the Declaration of Independence, both sides realized the importance of the area.
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Arts & Entertainment••July 29, 2026
Watch Boredom Disappear at LBIF Magic Show
Be dazzled this Sunday, Aug. 2, when magician Jim Vagias performs at the Long Beach Island Foundation of the Arts and Sciences in Loveladies during Family Fun Night from 4 to 6 p.m. The event…
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News••July 29, 2026
House Approves Year-Round Daily Savings Time
In 1969 the band Chicago Transit Authority released a song titled “Does Anybody Really Know What Time It Is?” A followup lyric adds, “Does anybody really care?”
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News••July 29, 2026
Joint Base ‘Devil Raiders’ Return From Earthquake Relief Operations in Venezuela
After weeks supporting a continuous, 24-hour airlift of global aid, the U.S. Air Force’s 621st Contingency Response Wing has concluded its disaster relief deployment in Venezuela and returned home…
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News••July 29, 2026
Pinelands Board Seeks Daleo Replacement
The abrupt resignation of August Daleo from the Pinelands Regional Board of Education has left an open seat on that body that must be filled.
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Business••July 29, 2026
Art Camp for Kids Right on the Monet
Hearts of Mercy, a Manahawkin-based organization serving families and children in need, recently held a week-long art camp.
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News••July 29, 2026
NJ First State to Outlaw Secret Data-Driven Grocery Markups
New Jersey became the first state last week to thwart a growing pricing practice that critics say targets consumers’ personal data to set different prices for the same groceries and other…
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Arts & Entertainment••July 29, 2026
Four More Descend Upon Island Golf to Challenge the Pro
Typically, as part of the promotional element to the Celebrate Cecily – Putt Against Cancer Tournament, Paul and Barbette Lovas take the “Can You Beat Biggy?” challenge and do their best to beat me…
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Arts & Entertainment••July 29, 2026
Join ALO for Guided Bay Paddle in Harvey Cedars
Explore the bay on a kayak or standup paddleboard on a guided tour led by local nonprofit Alliance for a Living Ocean. On Friday, Aug. 14, participants will meet at the Harvey Cedars Marina, at 6318…
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News••July 29, 2026
Compassion Café Goes Mini Golfing
On Tuesday, July 14, more than 50 staff and family members from the Compassion Café took over Hartland Golf in Ship Bottom for an afternoon of fun, smiles, complimentary water and some miniature golf.
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Arts & Entertainment••July 29, 2026
Darren Daulton Fundraiser Bringing Ex-Phillies Stars to Joe Pop’s
From 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 2, Joe Pop’s Shore Bar and Restaurant in Ship Bottom will host a fundraiser for the Darren Daulton Foundation called “Flip Fops & Fastballs.”
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Arts & Entertainment••July 29, 2026
Students STEAM-ed at Museum Program
History is coming to life this summer at the Long Beach Island Historical Association Museum in Beach Haven, where children and their families are discovering the past can inspire the innovators of…
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News••July 29, 2026
Barnegat Board Approves Interim School Posts
At a meeting last week, the Barnegat Township Board of Education appointed an interim superintendent and principal.
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Arts & Entertainment••July 29, 2026
Food Preservation Expert Talks Online
Connect with your food like never before by diving into the art of preserving with author and cook Holly Capelle on Thursday, Aug. 6 at 2 p.m. with a virtual discussion presented by the Ocean County…
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Featured••July 29, 2026
LBI Region Volunteer First Responders Run Deadly Boat Accident Drill
(Photos by Ryan Morrill) There’s a particular sound when emergency crews arrive – radio chatter and purposeful footsteps – before the noise fades, and all that’s left is a mental image of a ticking…
