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Arts & Entertainment••June 14, 2023
Gay Men’s Chorus Performing on June 24
In celebration of Pride Month, the New Jersey Gay Men’s Chorus will perform a live concert on Saturday, June 24 at 2 p.m. at the Ocean County Library’s main branch in Toms River. The concert is…
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News••June 14, 2023
Knox Box Installation Delayed in Beach Haven
An ordinance adopted by the Beach Haven Borough Council Monday night extends the deadlines for the installation of “Knox Boxes” at all new and existing commercial buildings, structures with…
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News••June 14, 2023
Barnegat Light Council Incumbent’s Write-ins Eclipsed by Newcomer in Preliminary Tally Results
Longtime Barnegat Light Councilwoman Dorothy “Dottie” Reynolds did not get enough write-in votes to retain her seat in the Republican primary election, according to unofficial results listed by the…
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Arts & Entertainment••June 14, 2023
Experience LSD by Watching Director Jeffery Lando’s ‘Lissa’s Trip’
When I read the Lighthouse International Film Festival’s publicity blurb about the Canadian film “Lissa’s Trip,” I knew I had to see it.
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Arts & Entertainment••June 14, 2023
The 2023 Lighthouse International Film Festival Award Winners Are …
The awards for the 2023 Lighthouse International Film Festival were announced in a packed Joe Pop’s Shore Bar and Restaurant early Sunday evening.
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Arts & Entertainment••June 14, 2023
‘Abruptio’ a Pitch Perfect Mix of Horror, Humor and the Extraordinary
Director Evan Marlowe’s “Abruptio” is a horror/sci-fi film that seems destined to become a cult classic.
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Arts & Entertainment••June 14, 2023
Try to Win ’Celebrate Cecily’ Trophy and Support David’s Dream at Island Golf
Within a day or two of Island Golf’s opening several weeks ago, Paul Lovas had stopped by to get in a round of miniature golf. He has a reputation to uphold, after all. Last July, he walked away with…
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Sports••June 14, 2023
Truex Jr. Outraces Busch to Finish Line, Returns to Victory Lane at Sonoma
After a dismal run at Sonoma Raceway last year, Martin Truex Jr. returned to Victory Lane on June 11.
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News••June 13, 2023
Home Depot Fire a Three-Hour Fight
According to the Stafford Township Volunteer Fire Co., just after 4 in the morning on Friday, June 9, a structure fire was reported at the Manahawkin Home Depot store. Stafford was dispatched, as…
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Arts & Entertainment••June 13, 2023
Beach Bazaar Kicks Off Fundraising Season in Surf City
Is it even summer if the Women’s Auxiliary of the Surf City Volunteer Fire Co. and EMS aren’t hosting a beach bazaar that has something for everyone? Thankfully, the first beach bargain benefit, with…
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News••June 13, 2023
Schoolkids Gather at LBT Field Station for Terrapin Release
Students from area schools met last week at the Long Beach Township Field Station for Marine Education and Research, situated next to the bay in Holgate, to release northern diamondback terrapins…
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Arts & Entertainment••June 12, 2023
Ocean County Library Foundation Fundraiser on June 15
The Ocean County Library Foundation is planning a meet-and-greet fundraiser on Thursday, June 15 at 5 p.m. at Cuisine on the Green in Little Egg Harbor Township. It is located on the grounds of the…
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News••June 12, 2023
Survey Says: Most LBI Taxpayers Don’t Like Current Offshore Wind Plan
Later this month, federal officials will hear from Long Beach Island homeowners, among others, about their attitudes and beliefs regarding proposed offshore wind farms off the coast of New Jersey.…
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Sports••June 11, 2023
Southern Regional Cruises Past Bridgewater-Raritan to Snag Seventh State Crown
Senior Ethan Brummer and his classmates are scheduled to graduate Tuesday, thus leaving the Southern Regional boys volleyball program as champions.
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Arts & Entertainment••June 9, 2023
Drum Your Way to Health on June 17
Drumming is more than keeping the beat to a song. It actually has therapeutic qualities, and people can experience this aspect with a drum circle for adults on Saturday, June 17 at 2 p.m.
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News••June 9, 2023
Old Barney’s Facelift Complete, Lighthouse Reopens June 10
Those who feel up to climbing 217 steps will have their way again. What the state termed the “long-awaited and now-completed interior renovation” of Barnegat Lighthouse is official on June 10. The…
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Sports••June 8, 2023
Southern Scraps Its Way Past Old Bridge to Capture South Jersey Group IV Title
Lucas Kean was tired of the Old Bridge boys volleyball team getting in the way.
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Arts & Entertainment••June 8, 2023
This Year’s Film Festival Has Plenty of Special Screenings
The Lighthouse International Film Festival will screen 10 special films this year.
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News••June 8, 2023
Holiday Snack Bar Decision on Hold
The Beach Haven Land Use Board has reserved decision on an outdoor seating plan for the Holiday Snack Bar and will carry the matter over to a special meeting planned for Monday, July 17 at 6 p.m.
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News••June 8, 2023
9th District Aims to Financially Bolster Volunteer Fire Companies
State Sen. Christopher J. Connors, Assemblyman Brian E. Rumpf and Assemblywoman DiAnne C. Gove of the 9th Legislative District have introduced legislation, A-5570 and S-3925, to help support the…
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News••June 8, 2023
Don’t Let Loose Balloons Foil a Celebration, Says Atlantic City Electric
It’s the time of year for graduations and other outdoor events that bring people together to celebrate. And while balloons have long been a party staple, there are a number of reasons to leave these…
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Columns••June 8, 2023
New Jersey Gone Global Surf Star Ben Gravy to Visit LBI After Windy/Wintry Weekend
The global surf sensation who happens to be from New Jersey, Ben Gravy, is coming to LBI to hang out and surf on Sunday. All are invited to “Ben’s BBQ” at Wave Hog Surf Shop in Ship Bottom for a meet…
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Arts & Entertainment••June 8, 2023
Surflight’s ‘Steel Pier’ May Leave Your Head Spinning
“Steel Pier,” the first show of Surflight Theatre’s 2023 season, is exhausting for both its characters and performers and perhaps for its audience.
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Arts & Entertainment••June 8, 2023
Fire Pit Fridays Return to Long Beach Township
Summer has arrived, and what sets Long Beach Island apart from so much of the world is its nightlife, some of which can be enjoyed sans shoes. See some of the Jersey Shore’s best party bands on the…
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Arts & Entertainment••June 8, 2023
LBI Vacationer a First-Time Author at 85
Art has been a major part of Anna Continos’ life, and at age 85, she entered a new realm by becoming an author.
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Columns••June 8, 2023
Gregg Allman’s First Born Carrying Torch to Lizzie Rose
“These days I seem to think a lot about the things that I forgot to do for you, and all the times I had a chance to.”
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Opinion•June 8, 2023
Thankful Veterans
VFW Post #3729 sincerely thanks everyone who came out on Memorial Day for the parade and wreath laying ceremony in Beach Haven. As a proud Vietnam veteran, I can’t explain how a simple “thank you for…
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Opinion•June 8, 2023
Lack of Concern
I am writing in support of Joan McGee’s letter (“Be Part of the Solution,” 5/24). Unfortunately, Ms. McGee’s excellent points are falling on deaf ears, since the public in large part lacks…
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Opinion•June 8, 2023
Disgraceful Behavior
It was a most pleasant and reflective Memorial Day weekend this year. We remembered those Americans who gave the ultimate sacrifice to preserve our rights and freedom.
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Business••June 8, 2023
Papa D’s Original Sausage & Peppers: Take (Out) a Little Piece of Their Hearts
On May 18, Dominick Corazza and Madlyn Mignone opened Papa D’s Original Sausage & Peppers, a family-owned Italian takeout restaurant in Tuckerton. “Family-owned” is an understatement at Papa D’s…
