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News••June 7, 2023
New President, New Project for Garden Club of LBI
Lois Perry of Brant Beach became the Garden Club of Long Beach Island’s new president for 2023-24 at the club’s annual luncheon on June 7. Perry has been a member of the club for 12 years, serving in…
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Sports••June 7, 2023
Short-Handed Barnegat Overpowered By Haddonfield in Sectional Semifinal
Once the Barnegat girls lacrosse team had earned its spot in the semifinals of the NJSIAA South Jersey Group II, the Bengals’ next obstacle could have been likened to Mount Kilimanjaro, which…
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Sports••June 7, 2023
Southern Regional Boys Lacrosse Squad Knocked Off in Sectional Semifinals
When your team is the fourth seed in a state sectional tournament, getting to the championship often requires going through the top seed. And in the case of the Southern Regional boys lacrosse squad…
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Opinion•June 7, 2023
For Legal Immigration
In response to Rick Mellerup’s “Immigrants Spice Up Life in Many Successful Ways” (5/17), I must agree. He is certainly right, as we are very fortunate to have people coming here to share their…
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Opinion••June 7, 2023
Close Encounter in Mexico of the Protected Whale Kind
What would it be like to lean over the side of a small boat and touch the back of the largest mammal on earth, a 45-foot whale? I contemplated this question as I filled out an application to stay at…
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Sports••June 7, 2023
Southern Regional Seniors Gonzalez, Bowker Snag Sectional Crowns
Fabian Gonzalez and Andrew Bowker continued their outstanding senior seasons on the track and field during last week’s NJSIAA South Jersey Group IV meet, leading the Southern Regional boys to a…
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Arts & Entertainment••June 7, 2023
Shorty Long and the Jersey Horns
STYLE: Covers of dance party favorites, plus medleys and stage antics, supersized with a generous helping of horns.
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Arts & Entertainment••June 7, 2023
Wood You or Knot? Andy DiPietro Brings New Work to Wildflowers Too! Gallery
Wood sculptor Andy DiPietro is new to LBI but not new to the art form of turning and shaping wood into gently sloping, curving, rounded and angled objects of curiosity and wonder.
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Business••June 7, 2023
What’s New? Scojo’s Market & Coffee House in Surf City
After a couple of soft opening weekends, the new Scojo’s Market & Coffee House in Surf City will serve seven days a week starting June 12. The indoor/outdoor haven at 1403 Long Beach Blvd. is an…
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Business••June 7, 2023
Horizon Diner Seeing New Day
The new owner of Horizon Diner in Manahawkin, Diego Ysrael Sanchez, has cooked on the Food Network series “Chopped” and pitted his skills to try to “Beat Bobby Flay.”
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Opinion•June 7, 2023
Great Treatment
May was Senior Month, but most seniors didn’t know it. However, the Stafford Township Recreation Department did. Jason, Jennifer, Deb, Ken and Lynette served some seniors a delicious breakfast…
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Opinion•June 7, 2023
Missing in Coverage: Surf City Salute to Honored Vets
The May 31 edition of The SandPaper reported on Memorial Day ceremonies in Little Egg Harbor, Tuckerton and Stafford – a balanced regional approach to reporting. The reporting of Memorial Day…
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Columns••June 7, 2023
Close to Losing Swath of South Jersey; Turbines Offer Great Real Estate to Big Oil
That was my initial read upon seeing the recent Bass River wildfire going full bore. It burned from Thursday into Friday. Keep that time frame in mind since it roundaboutly validates the famed life…
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News••June 7, 2023
Attorney Speaks on Behalf of Tuckerton Fire Chief Dale Eggert
On June 5, the Tuckerton Borough Council opened its regular meeting with the appointment of Councilman Michael Dupuis. Dupuis fills the vacant seat of former Councilwoman Suzanne Taylor, who was…
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Arts & Entertainment••June 7, 2023
Billy T. Midnight All-Star Band ‘Back Home Again’ at Albert Music Hall
Billy T. Midnight was the first band in the lineup Saturday at Albert Music Hall in Waretown, “the Grand Ole Opry of the East,” as front man Troy Mezzanotte put it. His stage name represents his love…
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Arts & Entertainment••June 7, 2023
Art Notes, June 7
Paper Roads: The Long Beach Island Foundation of the Arts and Sciences in Loveladies has announced the winners of the 2023 Works on Paper Exhibition. Juror Marilyn Symmes awarded the Peggi Einhorn…
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News••June 7, 2023
Barnegat Light Matriarch Marion Larson Remembered
With her passing June 3, Barnegat Light commercial fishing industry matriarch Marion Larson is remembered as a respected businessperson and a “legendary” woman in the local community.
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News••June 7, 2023
Harvey Cedars Names Officer of the Year
Patrolman Daniel Grundtisch was named Harvey Cedars’ “Officer of the Year” during the annual police awards ceremony, which took place at the June 2 borough commission meeting.
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Columns••June 7, 2023
The Klan Declares Its Intentions
The rise of the KKK at the Jersey Shore in 1923 seemed to be meteoric. In February newspapers described the Klan’s activities as quiet and inactive, but by May there were reports of cross burnings…
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Business••June 7, 2023
Fantasy Island Plush Sales Benefit ALO
Fantasy Island Amusement Park in Beach Haven has announced a partnership with Alliance for a Living Ocean this summer to support ALO’s mission to safeguard our shores for future generations.
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Arts & Entertainment••June 7, 2023
Lacey Library Hosts PROUD Center Program
The Ocean County Library’s Lacey branch marks Pride Month with a special presentation that highlights primary healthcare services tailored to the LGBTQ community. “Locally Proud” will take place on…
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Arts & Entertainment••June 7, 2023
Educational Fun for Everyone at Tuckerton Seaport
School’s almost out! Looking for something entertaining and educational for the family? Take a trip to the Tuckerton Seaport and Baymen’s Museum and be immersed in local culture and history.
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Arts & Entertainment••June 7, 2023
Storyteller Marks Juneteenth Celebration
In honor of Juneteenth, the Ocean County Library will present a live program by noted storyteller Michelle Washington Wilson, “When the Cavalry Came to Call,” on Monday, June 19 at 4 p.m. at the…
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News••June 7, 2023
Southern Middle School’s Penny Wars Provide; High School Scholarships Hit New High
As has been a tradition for several years now, the Southern Regional Middle School continued its efforts to raise money for David’s Dream and Believe Cancer Foundation during its recent Penny Wars.
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News••June 7, 2023
Van Drew Gave Thumbs Down to Compromise Bill That Averted Default
Congressman Jeff Van Drew, who represents all of Southern Ocean County in the House of Representatives, voted no against the compromise debt ceiling bill crafted by President Joe Biden’s White House…
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Arts & Entertainment••June 7, 2023
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@JaneenV_HRBP (Jun 1) What an amazing day #celebrating 365 Days Safe at our #Manahawkin @Lowes! We are so proud of this team, 420 days safe and counting! #jerseyshore #SafetyFirst #loweslife…
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Business••June 7, 2023
AtlantiCare Opens New Urgent Care Center in Barnegat
On May 23, AtlantiCare opened a new urgent care center at 912 West Bay Ave. in Barnegat Township at the Barnegat Village Square shopping center. It officially began seeing patients May 25.
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Arts & Entertainment••June 7, 2023
Library Program Geared for Prospective Cake Bosses
This summer at the Toms River branch of the Ocean County Library, teens can learn the art of cake decoration in a three-part program.
