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Opinion••April 27, 2022
Mom’s Journey to ‘Somewhere Over the Rainbow’
“Somewhere over the rainbow” we all have hopes and dreams during the different seasons that make up a lifetime, and some really do come true.
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Opinion•April 27, 2022
Autism Acceptance?
“U.S. Autism Acceptance Month, previously named Autism Awareness Month, in April aims to celebrate and promote acceptance for the condition that occurs in one in every 54 children as of 2020 in the…
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Business••April 27, 2022
La Bamba Adding Location in Beach Haven
The La Bamba Mexican Restaurant in the Brant Beach section of Long Beach Township will soon open a second establishment at the former site of Carmen’s Restaurant, 122 North Bay Ave. in Beach Haven.
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Arts & Entertainment••April 27, 2022
Potter Mary-Kate Fogel Grounded in Clay at Makers Station
In the heart of downtown West Creek, the funkiest, friendliest, one-of-a-kind spot is at the corner of Cox’s Lane. When the OPEN flags are out and the garage door is up at Makers Station, stop in and…
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News••April 27, 2022
State Announces ‘Outside, Together!’ Recreation Initiative
As part of New Jersey’s investments in local parks, open space and natural resource restoration, the state Department of Environmental Protection has launched “Outside, Together!,” a recreational…
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Arts & Entertainment••April 27, 2022
Get Rid of your Unused Meds on April 30
Police departments in Harvey Cedars, Surf City and Little Egg Harbor Township are participating in the Drug Enforcement Agency National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, April 30.
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Arts & Entertainment••April 27, 2022
Garden Lecture, Kayak Tour, More Upcoming at LBT Field Station in Holgate
The Long Beach Township Marine Field Station, in Holgate, has a number of exciting workshops and other events planned for spring. First up, later this week, join Chris Adams from Eastbound LLC – a…
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Business••April 27, 2022
Extra Space Self-Storage Going Up in Stafford Township
An increased need for storage is being answered by a new 868-unit facility at 465 South Main St. in Manahawkin that is unique to the area with its drive-through design.
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Business••April 27, 2022
LBI Wedding Road Show Welcomes New Audiences for Future Celebrations
Knot-tying and event-hosting, Long Beach Island region-style, was updated for 2022 as the Southern Ocean County Chamber of Commerce’s 14th annual Wedding Road Show and Party Planning Tour hosted…
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Arts & Entertainment••April 27, 2022
Household Hazardous Waste Day in Stafford Township May 7
Ocean County residents will be able to dispose of household hazardous waste at the Stafford Township Public Works yard from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, May 7 as part of a free annual program.…
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Arts & Entertainment••April 27, 2022
Art Notes, April 27
Evocative: Award-winning artist Nadine Yura’s work is on display at the Barnegat branch of the Ocean County Library through May. Her striking and expressive artwork depicts still life, figurative and…
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Arts & Entertainment••April 27, 2022
Maritime Archaeology Is Topic of Museum Talk
The New Jersey Maritime Museum holds its final spring program on Friday, May 6 at Buckalew’s Restaurant and Tavern in Beach Haven. The topic will be “How the Evolution of Side Scan Sonar and Marine…
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News••April 27, 2022
West Creekers Fed Up With NJNG Project
Dock Road residents who identify as members of the West Creek Association attended the April 25 Eagleswood Township Committee meeting to inquire about New Jersey Natural Gas’ culpability for…
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Arts & Entertainment••April 27, 2022
OCC Concert Band Presents ‘The Great American Songbook’ at Grunin Center
Just a few tickets remain for the Ocean County College Concert Band’s performance of “The Great American Songbook” on Saturday, May 7, at the Jay and Linda Grunin Center for the Arts. The show…
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News••April 27, 2022
Barnegat School District Gets Rave Reviews for Music Education
For the third consecutive year, the Barnegat Township School District is being recognized as One of the Best Communities for Music Education by the National Association of Music Merchants Foundation.
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Arts & Entertainment••April 27, 2022
Nadine Yura Art Exhibit at Barnegat Library
The Barnegat branch of the Ocean County Library will present a collection of artwork by multiple award-winning local artist Nadine Yura throughout the month of May.
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Business••April 27, 2022
AtlantiCare’s Center for Surgical Weight Loss and Wellness Celebrates 20 Years, Several Firsts
As the AtlantiCare Surgical Weight Loss and Wellness Center team marks a milestone 20 years, they reflect on how far the concept and capabilities have come.
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News••April 27, 2022
Harvey Cedars Seeking Lifeguards, Badge Checkers
Saying there is “nothing more satisfying than being a lifeguard, and there is no better place to do it than in Harvey Cedars,” Beach Patrol Chief Randy Townsend is putting out a call to prospective…
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Opinion•April 27, 2022
Reduce Taxes in Beach Haven
The following was addressed to Sherry Mason, Beach Haven municipal clerk/borough administrator.
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News••April 27, 2022
Kelly and Mastronardy Don’t Want Cops Doing Pot, on Duty or Off
Legal recreational marijuana was finally sold in New Jersey last Thursday, April 21, well over a year after voters overwhelmingly approved the sale to adults 21 years of age and older in a November…
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News••April 27, 2022
Goodbye, West Creek Skate Park
The skate park behind Eagleswood town hall was disassembled and carted off earlier this month, soon to be replaced by new ADA-accessible playground equipment.
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Sports••April 27, 2022
Southern Regional Girls Golfers Grab Sixth in Conference Tournament
The Southern Regional girls golf team missed capturing a second straight Ocean County Tournament title by one stroke two weeks ago. On Monday, April 25, the Rams made up for it by becoming the…
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Sports••April 27, 2022
Southern Regional Baseball Team Completes Comeback Victory With Two Runs in Eighth
Thus far, the Southern Regional baseball team’s season has been a little like listening to Paula Abdul and MC Skat Kat sing “Opposites Attract.” You know, a two-steps-forward, two-steps-back kind of…
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Arts & Entertainment••April 26, 2022
Celebrate Arbor Day at Bass River State Forest
All are welcome to celebrate Arbor Day at New Jersey’s very first state forest, Bass River State Forest. The event runs between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. on April 30 at the Interpretive Center, just past…
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Arts & Entertainment••April 25, 2022
Join Litter Cleanup at Road to Nowhere
Nature- and community-minded volunteers are invited to participate in a litter cleanup along Stafford Avenue, aka the beloved Road to Nowhere, this Sunday morning, May 1, at 9 a.m.
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Arts & Entertainment••April 25, 2022
Lizzie Rose’s Pavilion in the Pines Returns for the Season
Anyone who has taken a seat inside the intimate Lizzie Rose Music Room – a historical and cultural staple in Tuckerton – understands the power driven by live music. The Lizzie Rose is a nonprofit…
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Arts & Entertainment••April 25, 2022
Craft Beer, Craft Fair Events in Beach Haven
The Beach Haven Volunteer Fire Co. invites the community to a craft beer and food festival on Saturday, April 30 from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. at Veterans Memorial Park.
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Columns••April 25, 2022
‘May the Fourth’ Be With You as State Bag Ban Starts May 4; Surf Moments Far Between
May the Fourth be with you … especially this year.
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Columns••April 23, 2022
Long Beach Island Gives Birth to a Baby Island; Rollicking Winds Won’t Give Anglers a Fair Break
Check it out! Long Beach Island is apparently giving birth to a brand spanking new island. It is emerging, baby-like, oceanward of Little Egg Inlet, off Holgate’s far south tip. It’s so adorable –…
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News••April 22, 2022
Southern Regional Middle School Celebrates 50 Years in a Groovy Way
Entering through the new archway at Southern Regional Middle School on April 15, it was clear a celebration was taking place. Once inside, the atmosphere was simply groovy, funky and out of sight.
