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News••October 21, 2023
Local Legends in Fishing Boots: Founding Viking Village Dock
Utility green, calf-high dockside boots – “Daddy’s boots,” as Barnegat Light Historical Society President Karen Larson knows the sight – were the launch step into gripping stories of two local…
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News••October 21, 2023
NJ Supreme Court Denies Review Request in Case Involving Former Kubel’s Too Lot
The New Jersey Supreme Court earlier this month denied a request to review a case involving the Long Beach Township Land Use Board’s rejection of a residential subdivision application from the owner…
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Opinion•October 20, 2023
Very Disappointed
I was very disappointed to see the contents of your September edition of the Barnegat Leader that came to my house.
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News••October 19, 2023
Demolition Begins on Former Ship Bottom Municipal Complex
On a brisk autumn morning earlier this week, the driver of the orange and gray Hitachi excavator moved the heavy piece of construction equipment across the parking lot just off Central Avenue and…
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Arts & Entertainment••October 19, 2023
For Lighthouse Challenge, Heroic Historic Tales Linger in Today’s Sights
The 2023 Lighthouse Challenge of New Jersey on Oct. 21 and 22 brings a busy weekend to Barnegat Lighthouse State Park in Barnegat Light, where it will be the first year the lighthouse can be climbed…
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News••October 19, 2023
‘Excessive’ Dog Park Hike for Nonresidents Held Back in Barnegat Light
An ordinance to increase fees at the borough dog park was held and not introduced at the Oct. 11 monthly Barnegat Light Borough Council meeting. The proposal would have raised the annual fee for dog…
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Arts & Entertainment••October 19, 2023
Garden Club Unveils Holiday Tour of Homes
“Experience the Magic of LBI” at the Garden Club of LBI’s 56th annual Holiday Tour of Homes. Tickets are now on sale for what the club calls a wonderful way to kick off the holiday season on Long…
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Arts & Entertainment••October 19, 2023
Opry Veteran Tim Atwood’s Grand Performance to Benefit Beach Haven Fire Co.
Classic country music lovers are invited to enjoy Grand Ol’ Opry veteran Tim Atwood, hosted by the Kynett United Methodist Church of Beach Haven, on Thursday, Oct. 26 at 7 p.m. The concert will…
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Columns••October 19, 2023
When Waves, Fall Commitments Collide; Another Weekend Swell Keeps Run Going
I am starting this week’s column off with a story. And there is a good moral here.
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News••October 19, 2023
Tuckerton Economic Development Taking Shape
During Tuckerton’s Oct. 16 council meeting, Councilman Brian Martin thanked those who had attended a recent town meeting to generate ideas to bring business into the borough. Medford Mayor Chuck…
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Opinion•October 19, 2023
Ad Hominem Attack
I write in connection with the Feedback column by Ralph Thayer (“This Is Not Just Another Election,” 10/4) and the response by Eileen Wright (“Case of TDS” 10/11).
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Opinion•October 19, 2023
Harvey Cedars Advocate
We bought our house in Harvey Cedars in 1999. We weren’t particularly looking for a house; we were renting on the ocean and were riding our bikes after dinner one night and saw this beautiful…
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Opinion•October 19, 2023
Good Signs
When I first heard about Jon Oldham stepping down as Harvey Cedars commissioner, I was very disappointed. I have been a resident of Harvey Cedars for many decades, and our town has always been a…
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Opinion•October 19, 2023
Missing Mention
On Aug. 30, The SandPaper published an informative article encouraging readers to register for the annual LBI Commemorative 18 Mile Run set for Columbus Day weekend.
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Opinion•October 19, 2023
Unfinished Work
I am running for Harvey Cedars commissioner as a write-in candidate because I have come to realize that it is important to the residents/voters that I finish my work for the borough, and that…
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Opinion•October 19, 2023
No Time to Hide
On Oct. 12, the Jewish Federation of Ocean County, in partnership with the Toms River NAACP and the League of Women Voters, sponsored a Candidates Night. It was an opportunity for state and…
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Opinion•October 19, 2023
Valuable Asset
As a long-term resident and former commissioner in Harvey Cedars, I want to explain the advantages of the commission form of government that we have in our town. There are no “parties,” no outside…
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Opinion•October 19, 2023
Thoughtful Views
For more than a year I’ve been telling myself to write to The SandPaper concerning the letters and opinions of Ralph Thayer. His well-written commentaries on the social and political state of our…
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Opinion•October 19, 2023
Right for Beach Haven
Beach Haven is beyond lucky that Michael K. McCaffrey decided to throw his hat into the ring and vie for the open seat on the borough council. He is exactly what Beach Haven needs, and we are…
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Opinion•October 18, 2023
Vote for Stability
Recently liberal Democrat Ron Naples, running for Barnegat Township Committee, stated, “The committee should begin to honor what the flag stands for.” Mr. Naples, there are two veterans presently on…
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Arts & Entertainment••October 18, 2023
Active AAUW Branch’s Fundraiser Is Holiday Surflight Show
A recent meeting of the Barnegat Light branch of the American Association of University Women announced plans for local events for the rest of 2023. “Join our members and friends for a fundraiser…
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Arts & Entertainment••October 18, 2023
Catch Chicago Blues Sensation The Cash Box Kings at Lizzie Rose
Those lamenting the approaching cold weather can head on down to the Lizzie Rose Music Room in Tuckerton to sing the blues with Chicago blues masters The Cash Box Kings, taking the stage at 7:30 p.m.…
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Columns••October 18, 2023
One Wind Farm Array Sinks as Another Re-Arises; Ode to a Banner Showing of Glorious Goldenrods
MORE TURBINE TURBIDITY: Once again, there are significant stirrings in the offshore wind power realm.
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Opinion•October 18, 2023
Mowing Is OK But Turtle Device Is Not Working
Regarding the letter about mowing Great Bay Boulevard (“Mowing Assails Biodiversity-Rich Great Bay Blvd.” 9/27): Yes, some vegetation will be mowed.
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News••October 18, 2023
Slates Go Head-to-Head in Barnegat Board of Ed Race
Two slates will be battling it out for three seats on the Barnegat Township Board of Education in November.
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Arts & Entertainment••October 18, 2023
Treat Time in Barnegat Light
The borough of Barnegat Light has its own Trunk or Treat Halloween candy/treat giveaway evening; it’s on Oct. 30 at the pickleball lot and nearby post office lot on West 10th Street, from 5:30 to…
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Arts & Entertainment••October 18, 2023
Gift Items for Fall Bazaar Welcomed
The Friends of the Stafford branch of the Ocean County Library are seeking donations for a fall bazaar on Friday and Saturday, Nov. 17 and 18, from 10 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. in the lower level meeting…
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Opinion•October 18, 2023
Wonderful Gesture
I would like to thank Reynolds Florist in Manahawkin for its courtesy and kindness. I was recently honored to participate in the Honor Flight of Southern New Jersey. As part of this trip to…
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Opinion•October 18, 2023
Personal Commitment
I have had a home in Harvey Cedars since 1975. I used to be a “weekend warrior” until my husband passed away and my children had families of their own. I love Harvey Cedars and have always been proud…
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News••October 18, 2023
New IT Director Officially on Board in Barnegat
An ordinance adopted by the Barnegat Township Committee recently created the position of information technology director.
