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Opinion•May 27, 2026
Steady Stewards
As council representatives with firsthand knowledge of what it takes to run a municipality, we are writing to express our strong support for Mayor William Huelsenbeck, Councilman Edward (Eddie)…
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Arts & Entertainment••May 27, 2026
Flea Market Promises Sunshine No Matter What Mother Nature Decides
The kickoff to summer on the Island was cold and soggy, whetting the appetite more for the arrival of the solstice and the days beyond. Good news: It’s arriving sooner rather than later in Surf City…
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Arts & Entertainment••May 27, 2026
Voices for Water to Highlight Local Artists, Support Clean Water Access
Pinelands Regional High School students and the Tuckerton music community are joining forces for a special fundraising event to support clean water access worldwide.
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Business••May 27, 2026
LBI Book Swap Leading the Field in USA Today’s 10 Best
The LBI Book Swap. located at Schooner’s Wharf in Beach Haven, has been nominated by USA Today as one of the top 10 independent bookstores in the country in its recent “Reader’s Choice” poll.
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News••May 27, 2026
Water Quality Looks Excellent Ahead of Banner Tourism Season
State Department of Environmental Protection officials have declared New Jersey’s ocean water to be in excellent shape as New Jersey kicks off what’s expected to be a banner summer tourism season.
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Arts & Entertainment••May 27, 2026
Singer Leaves Impression on Barnegat Officials
As Barnegat Township’s deputy mayor, Fred Rubenstein was invited to attend a Black History Month program at the Four Seasons at Mirage. The event featured a young singer, Sierra Brockington-Gray.
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Sports••May 27, 2026
Southern Regional Knocks Off Barnegat in Tournament Thriller
In baseball, pitching staffs have setup men and closers. The Southern Regional boys volleyball squad has a bunch of those, too, and the Rams needed them against Barnegat during the Shore Conference…
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Opinion•May 27, 2026
Thanks, Stafford Rec
May was Older Americans Month. The Stafford Township Recreation Department consisting of Jason, Krista, Ken, Deb and volunteers helped us older Americans celebrate each Wednesday with different…
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Sports••May 27, 2026
Southern Regional Girls Stand Out at Shore Conference Track and Field Meet
Because of rain on May 20, the Shore Conference Track and Field Championships won’t be completed in accordance with the original schedule. Still, the Southern Regional girls have a solid shot to…
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Opinion••May 27, 2026
Scottish Highlands Guide Ian – Our Very Own ‘Border Collie’
In Scotland, a herd of sheep managed by a single border collie can cover the entire side of a sweeping hillside or be a small group in the garden of a highland farm. The collie takes either…
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Columns••May 27, 2026
Keep Music Human Amid the Growing Menace of AI
Remember those late scenes in James Cameron’s retelling of the Titanic, where the wealthiest people on board are loaded into lifeboats and given safe evacuation as the folks in lower cabins tuck…
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Arts & Entertainment••May 27, 2026
Matt Pietrucha
STYLE: Classic rock, classic country, current country
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Arts & Entertainment••May 27, 2026
HopSauce Set to Spice Things Up in Beach Haven
Things are about to heat up in Beach Haven as the HopSauce Festival, a daylong celebration of craft beer and all things spicy, returns on Saturday, June 13. Set to a unique soundtrack of original…
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Arts & Entertainment••May 27, 2026
Maritime Museum Announces New Displays, Summer Activities
Beginning Monday, June 1, the New Jersey Maritime Museum in Beach Haven will be open seven days a week from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admission is free; a donation is suggested.
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Arts & Entertainment••May 27, 2026
Island Stores Highlighting Importance of Reading, Shopping Locally
When picturing quintessential summer scenes, one can usually conjure up images of children building sandcastles and beachgoers riding waves on their surfboards.
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Opinion•May 27, 2026
Inclusive Leadership
I am a longtime Ship Bottom resident and I am also disabled. I would like to thank the Ship Bottom administration for their thoughtful leadership and focus on improving the quality of life in our…
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Columns••May 27, 2026
Congress Prepares Declaration of Independence
On June 11, 1776, a committee of five was appointed by the Continental Congress in Philadelphia to prepare a Declaration of Independence to be used if and when the Congress voted in favor of breaking…
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News••May 27, 2026
Van Drew Secures Millions of Federal Dollars for Atlantic City Airport
Maybe there is a new life after all for the Atlantic City International Airport after the demise of its largest carrier, Spirit Airlines.
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News••May 27, 2026
Imperiale Named to State Mayors Group Board
At the annual spring meeting of the New Jersey Conference of Mayors in Atlantic City, Harvey Cedars Mayor John M. Imperiale was elected to its board of directors.
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Arts & Entertainment••May 27, 2026
‘Breakfast 5K’ Run/Walk on June 7 Benefits LBT PBA 373
Register now to run or walk for a good cause – and a good meal – on Sunday, June 7. The annual “Breakfast 5K,” which takes participants down Beach Avenue in Long Beach Township, benefits Long Beach…
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Arts & Entertainment••May 27, 2026
Variety Is Big at St. Mary Academy Summer Camps
Summer camps are a popular choice for parents of younger children, and now is the time to get registered. Fortunately, St. Mary Academy still has options for parents in Stafford Township and beyond.
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Arts & Entertainment••May 27, 2026
‘Dinner With Friends’ a Monthly Gathering for Widows, Widowers at St. Francis
The second Tuesday of each month, St. Francis of Assisi Parish holds a gathering to bring together widows and widowers for dinner and conversation. The next “Dinner with Friends” is scheduled for…
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Arts & Entertainment••May 27, 2026
Capital Singers Close Out Spring Concert Series
On Sunday, June 7 at 4 p.m., Holy Innocents’ Episcopal Church in Beach Haven concludes its spring concert series with the Capital Singers of Trenton. Admission is free; a freewill offering will be…
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Arts & Entertainment••May 27, 2026
Does Your Child Need Early Intervention?
Developmental milestones are crucial benchmarks for determining the growth of a young child. That’s why the Little Egg Harbor branch of the Ocean County Library will host the workshop “Developmental…
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Arts & Entertainment••May 27, 2026
Find Out About ‘Forest Bathing’ at Island Library
Looking to clear out the mental fog of daily life? The Long Beach Island branch of the Ocean County Library will host “The Power of Nature Therapy” on Tuesday, June 2 at 2 p.m.. Certified forest…
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News••May 27, 2026
Ocean County Health Department Concerned About Rabies
A Little Egg Harbor woman, who didn’t want to be identified, told The SandPaper she had seen a raccoon that kept walking toward her in her yard for two straight days over Memorial Day weekend.
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Arts & Entertainment••May 27, 2026
Get Tickets Now for Garden Tour of LBI’s Ode to Outdoor Living
Look for leaping dolphins in a Long Beach Township garden. Snag garden bargains and growing plants in a color-rich garden market. Behold a breathtaking outdoor kitchen featuring a massive…
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Opinion•May 27, 2026
Change Starts Now
As I have been walking and talking with residents and spent time in their living rooms, porches, kitchens and vestibules, many of you expressed concerns about not feeling that you had a voice in this…
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Sports••May 27, 2026
Falletta Excited to Take New Challenge as Southern Regional Athletic Director
Richard Falletta has no desire to be the social media star Chuck Donohue Jr. has become during the past 10 years.
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Arts & Entertainment••May 26, 2026
Compelling Characters Showcased in LBI Film Fest’s Opening and Closing Night Movies
The Lighthouse International Film Festival has announced its opening and closing nights’ films.
