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News••August 3, 2022
What to Do When You ‘Spot’ a Spotted Lanternfly
Since 2018 there have been increasing reports of these insects invading New Jersey. Spotted lanternflies can feed on up to 70 native plants in the state, including fruit trees, grapevines and…
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Business••August 3, 2022
Residence at Stafford’s Reflections Memory Care Gets Champion Award from Alzheimer’s Association
The Residence at Stafford and its Reflections Memory Care program were honored by the Alzheimer’s Association with its 2022 Champion Award. At a gala celebration attended by more than 400 guests, the…
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Arts & Entertainment••August 3, 2022
Authors Gather for ‘Book Binge’
A Barnegat Township native is co-hosting a major book signing event to take place Saturday, Aug. 6 at the Clarion Toms River, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
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Arts & Entertainment••August 3, 2022
Lovas Goes for Distraction Tactics, Brings Pair of Gab Specialists to Face Biggy
Paul Lovas apparently wanted to put the Jinks on me.
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Opinion•August 3, 2022
All for Wind Power
I have been reading your articles about the proposed wind farms off LBI, and I would like to express my opinion about the debate on whether the wind farms should be built and pushed back, not be…
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Opinion•August 3, 2022
False Portrayal
I am responding to the article last week titled “LBI Architects to Discuss Past, Future of Design.” In it Gym Wilson is quoted as saying: “When you needed a meeting with a building inspector you’d go…
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News••August 3, 2022
Barnegat Zoners Say ‘No’ to Starbucks
The Barnegat Township Zoning Board recently turned down a request for a drive-thru Starbucks on West Bay Avenue near the Garden State Parkway.
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Business••August 3, 2022
Lighthouse Juice Bar a Beacon of Refreshment
Lighthouse Juice Bar is a juice and smoothie bar open in Barnegat Light for the first full season in 2022, dedicated to providing the community with fresh, refreshing juices, bowls, smoothies and…
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Opinion•August 3, 2022
Pickup Problems
Recently trash pickup was a no-show at our house. Then came recycling and again no pickup. Last summer and the summer before we had that problem. It was a major problem to get Long Beach Township to…
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Opinion•August 3, 2022
Restore the Peace
It’s easy to say yes to amplified music when it doesn’t affect you. We may be in the minority, but it has ruined our lives and our ability to enjoy our home. There is absolutely no precedent for this…
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News••August 3, 2022
‘Every Drop Counts’: State Encourages Residents and Businesses to Conserve Water
The N.J. Department of Environmental Protection is asking residents and businesses to conserve water as the state experiences a persistent period of hot and dry weather. While the conditions have not…
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Opinion•August 3, 2022
Gift to Grandparents
My 16-year-old granddaughter from Arizona is visiting her octogenarian grandparents this summer, having finally achieved her lifetime goal of obtaining a job at the Skipper Dipper. She was so excited…
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Arts & Entertainment••August 3, 2022
Harvey Cedars to Kids: Get Hooked on Fishing
Children ages 5 to 17 can test their angling skills at the annual “Hooked on Fishing, Not on Drugs” surf fishing tournament Saturday, Aug. 13 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Harvey Cedars. The event is held…
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Arts & Entertainment••August 3, 2022
Celebrate Jerry Garcia, Days Between Right at Home
While everyone with a smartphone has been raving about Beyoncé’s Renaissance record drop – which, to be fair, hits the senses like sonic gelatin – Jerry Garcia’s face has been lighting up some of the…
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Opinion•August 3, 2022
EV Overstatements
In response to Mr. McElwain’s Feedback letter (“Ditch the ‘What Ifs’ and Make Way for Electric Cars,” 7/27), I would like to point out that in the first sentence of my July 13 Speakeasy piece on…
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News••August 3, 2022
DEP Seeks Applications for $10 Million in Stormwater Grants
As part of its efforts to improve water quality and mitigate the worsening impacts of flooding caused by climate change, the N.J. Department of Environmental Protection is seeking applications for…
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Arts & Entertainment••August 3, 2022
Moth Night at Sassafras Hill Farm This Saturday
Sassafras Hill Farm’s Moth Night is back by popular demand. The family-friendly event is scheduled for this Saturday, Aug. 6 at 8 p.m.
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Business••August 3, 2022
Coastal Volunteers in Medicine Given Grant From Manasquan Bank Charitable Foundation
Coastal Volunteers in Medicine, a nonprofit organization whose mission is to provide free medical care to those without medical insurance and with limited income, has received a $1,500 grant from the…
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Opinion•August 3, 2022
Perfect Outcome
On July 24, at approximately 16:45, the Surf City Emergency Medical Services was dispatched to a local restaurant for a CPR in progress. Upon our arrival, we were informed that two bystanders had…
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Opinion•August 3, 2022
Consumer Squeeze
Can somebody explain to me why I’m paying more for groceries and getting less service than I did 18 months ago?
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Arts & Entertainment••August 3, 2022
Kiwanis Flea Market Running on Aug. 11
Kiwanis of LBI will be holding a flea market on Thursday, Aug. 11 from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Ship Bottom boat ramp park. The rain date is Friday, Aug. 12.
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Arts & Entertainment••August 3, 2022
One of Surflight’s Favorite Comedians Returning Aug. 7
Mike Marino, “New Jersey’s Bad Boy,” is returning to Surflight Theatre at 8:30 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 7.
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Arts & Entertainment••August 3, 2022
‘Birds of the Pine Barrens’ Talk on Aug. 25
Photographer and birding expert Susan Puder will present “Birds of the Pine Barrens” on Thursday, Aug. 25 at 6:30 p.m. at the Little Egg Harbor branch of the Ocean County Library.
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Arts & Entertainment••August 3, 2022
Don’t Wear White at This Museum Event
Chocolate lovers, take note: The Long Beach Island Historical Association’s annual Chocolate Fair will take place at the association’s historical museum, located between Engleside and Beach avenues…
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News••August 3, 2022
Pine Barrens Surveys Provide Bat Fidelity Insight
Biologists from Conserve Wildlife Foundation and the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service’s New Jersey field office – all specialists in bat surveying – teamed up last month for the fourth year of “mist…
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News••August 3, 2022
Long Beach Township Instates Midnight-5 a.m. Curfew for Juveniles
Long Beach Township has established a municipality-wide curfew for those 17 years of age and younger. An emergency order, effective as of Aug. 2, mandates that minors cannot be outside after midnight…
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News••August 3, 2022
Enroll in a Stewardship Program for a Healthy Bay
The Barnegat Bay Partnership invites residents, schools and municipalities in the local watershed to enroll in a new environmental stewardship course – the Jersey-Friendly Yards Certification Program…
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News••August 3, 2022
Test Drive: First Tesla Ride a Lesson in Electric Car Safety
I am still waiting for the technology that will make The Jetsons’ foldable air car turn into a lightweight briefcase that can be carried into an office a reality. Until then, the technology that…
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Opinion•August 3, 2022
Refreshing Read
Thanks to Frank J. Smith for his informative Commentary titled “Wind Impact Criticism Misplaced.” It is refreshing to read something so impartial, informative and well organized about this…
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Arts & Entertainment••August 3, 2022
Art Notes, Aug. 3
Face to Face: “Unmasked: A Contemporary Portrait Exhibition,” a show with extra personality, is open through Aug. 14 at the Long Beach Island Foundation of the Arts and Sciences in Loveladies.
