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Opinion•November 16, 2022
Special Thanks
By way of this letter, we would like to thank you for coming out on Tuesday, Nov. 8 to exercise your civic right by voting. We believe that Surf City is a very special place and as such, it’s our…
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Opinion•November 16, 2022
Debate Moot
The debate surrounding wind farms off shore from Long Beach Island is amusing at best. In the history of the country there is not a worse case of NIMBY. Those fighting the offshore wind farms have…
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••November 16, 2022
Klose Resigns Post in Surf City, Little Appointed to Seat
He’s back. Gerry Little, who last served on the Surf City Borough Council a quarter of a century ago, was appointed to that governing body last week at the Nov. 9 meeting. He is filling a seat…
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Business••November 16, 2022
‘Market, Mingle and Multiply’ Encourages Women Entrepreneurs
The Fearlessly Female community is hosting its first event locally for female entrepreneurs and aspiring entrepreneurs. Titled “Market, Mingle, and Multiply,” the program will take place at LBI Table…
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Opinion••November 16, 2022
LBI Bliss Is Marred by Planned Wind Project
I remember when I was younger the Jersey Shore beaches would often have to close due to medical waste washing ashore. The water had a brownish green color. You could barely see your feet.
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Arts & Entertainment••November 16, 2022
Stafford Toy, Coat Drive Continues Tradition of Giving
The Stafford Township Police Benevolent Association 297 and the Recreation Department jointly present the annual holiday toy drive, taking place through Dec. 23. Concurrently the township is running…
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Arts & Entertainment••November 16, 2022
They’re Talkin’ Turkey Once Again at Tuckerton Red Men Lodge
Tuckerton’s Red Men Lodge, located at 145 West Main St. (Route 9) adjacent to Stanley H. “Tip” Seaman County Park, will once again be hosting its free community pre-Thanksgiving dinner, on Sunday…
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News••November 16, 2022
OCHD Reports COVID-19 Death Toll in County Has Reached 3,000
COVID-19 remains a factor in Ocean County while seasonal influenza is knocking on New Jersey’s door in a big way.
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Arts & Entertainment••November 16, 2022
Thanksgiving Classic at the Sand Trap Right Around the Corner
At this time of year, despite the chill in the air, some get the urge to play miniature golf. But where? All of Long Beach Island’s courses are closed for the rest of the year.
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Opinion•November 16, 2022
No Need for Panic
The results of climate change panic hurt the poor, cost trillions, and fail to fix the planet. Climate change is a problem, but it is not the end of the world.
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Opinion•November 16, 2022
Voting Snafu
After 22 years of voting at the same polling place in Beach Haven Terrace, I was unable to vote there. I was told to vote in Beach Haven due to an error on my sample ballot. Since I don’t live in…
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Opinion•November 16, 2022
Truly Humbled
Thank you for reelecting me to the Beach Haven Council. Congratulations to Kitty Snyder on her election; l look forward to working with her and the other council members. Thank you to my family and…
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News••November 16, 2022
Atlantic City Electric Helps Customers Fight Off Scammers
During International Fraud Awareness Week Nov. 13-19 – and Utility Scam Awareness Day on Wednesday, Nov. 16 – Atlantic City Electric is joining companies throughout the U.S. and Canada to help make…
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Opinion•November 16, 2022
Farther Out Is Costlier
I am not sure how visible the wind turbines will be. Obviously they will be visible, but at 9 miles and being relatively thin structures I am just not sure of the impact. What I do know is that…
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Arts & Entertainment••November 16, 2022
Garden Club Announces Display, Hurricane Ian Donation
What’s more warm and cozy than a pretty teacup filled with steaming tea as winter rolls around? Try pretty teacups overflowing with dried flowers to welcome the days of autumn.
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News••November 16, 2022
Water Metering Charges Approved for January in Barnegat Light
Remotely read, digital water meters will go into effect on customers’ bills in Barnegat Light in January, under an ordinance that was passed at the borough council’s November meeting. It also sets…
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Arts & Entertainment••November 16, 2022
Southern Regional Golden Rams Marching Band Rises to the Top With ‘Statuesque’
Inanimate objects coming to life are not something new within creative efforts. “March of the Wooden Soldiers,” “Toy Story” and “Night at the Museum” each had this similar theme. After all, it’s one…
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News••November 16, 2022
NJ Works to Expand Access to Coastal Resources for Individuals With Disabilities
With the recent award of funding from the state Department of Environmental Protection, N.J. Human Services will be able to continue its work to help communities increase recreational access to…
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200 Plus••November 16, 2022
Mormons Came Early to Ocean County
One of the advantages of writing a weekly column on history is that it affords you the luxury of taking a subject that might have been only a footnote in some narrative and delve into it in depth.…
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News••November 16, 2022
Pinelands Preservation Alliance Leads Dune Protection Project
For the past six years, the Pinelands Preservation Alliance has joined with Raritan Valley Community College to help protect critical dune habitat along New Jersey’s coast. With funding from New…
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News••November 16, 2022
Ordinance Makes Way for Beach Haven EOC Repairs
The emergency operations center operating out of the old Coast Guard station in Beach Haven will be undergoing various repairs and renovations in the near future, according to a $3 million bond…
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News••November 16, 2022
Little Egg Harbor Officer Promoted, Two New Hires Approved By Committee
Little Egg Harbor Police Chief James Hawkins was busy the evening of Nov. 9 as he offered the qualifications of one existing officer for promotion and two new hires to the governing body at its…
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Arts & Entertainment••November 16, 2022
Marching Bengals Hit the High Note in Competitions
The Barnegat High School Marching Bengals won their first ever Tournament of Bands Atlantic Coast Championship, capping off what director Dan McGrath said was “a storybook ending to their competitive…
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News••November 16, 2022
Harvey Cedars Police Toy Drive Starts Next Week
The Harvey Cedars Police Department and police foundation will be hosting their second annual “Fill A Patrol Car” toy drive.
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Opinion••November 16, 2022
If Schools Don’t Do It, Will Parents Have the Nerve to Give ‘The Talk’?
Here’s a warning for parents who oppose New Jersey’s new standards for sex education – be careful what you wish for.
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Sports••November 16, 2022
Despite Loss to Wall, Pinelands Football Takes Positive Step Forward
When Mike Hall was a sophomore, the Pinelands Regional football team finished with just two wins compared to eight losses. He and his classmates began to push the bar higher last season, winning four…
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Sports••November 16, 2022
Ramales, D’Amelio Lead Southern Regional to Seventh Place in New Jersey
Coming out of the NJSIAA Group IV championship meet, the Southern Regional boys cross-country squad had a reasonable expectation for placing among the top six in the Meet of Champions. But that’s…
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Arts & Entertainment••November 16, 2022
OCVTS Performing Arts Academy Brings ‘Clue’ to Grunin Center Stage
Was it Professor Plum in the library with the candlestick? Or Mrs. Peacock in the kitchen with the rope? Find out when the Ocean County Vocational Technical School’s Performing Arts Academy presents…
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News••November 15, 2022
Harvey Cedars Looking to Tackle Fish Kills
While fish kills in the warm bay waters over the summer are not a very unusual phenomenon, Harvey Cedars had an extraordinary number of these occurrences and is looking to develop an action plan in…
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Columns••November 13, 2022
November Wave and Weather Pleasantries Amid Shifting of Seasons
“Last week felt like those days you longed for in high school, whether you were cutting class or waiting for the bell to ring so you could get to the beach. The water is warmer right now than it was…
