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News••August 18, 2021
Family, Patriotism at Heart of Flagpole Donation
Sometimes the stars align, and everything falls beautifully into place. That’s what happened this summer in Surf City after John Tilton donated a flagpole to commemorate his father and brother, the…
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News••August 18, 2021
Man Who Shot at a Tuckerton Police Officer in 2019 Will Serve 15 Years
Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer announced that on Aug. 13, Miguel Angel-Villegas, 31, of New Haven, Conn. pleaded guilty to attempted murder as well as hindering apprehension relative to…
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Opinion••August 18, 2021
LBI Cannabis Effort Is Local and Health Oriented
It’s very likely that if you spend any time on this Island that we all share a love for that you are aware of the recent conversations around permitting cannabis businesses in our towns, specifically…
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Arts & Entertainment••August 18, 2021
Night Hike for Night Owls
Join Bass River State Forest volunteer Master Naturalist Kathy G. on a guided, “almost full moon” hike and campfire on Saturday, Aug. 21.
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Arts & Entertainment••August 18, 2021
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@ShootMyShot215 (Aug. 17) #LBI yesss please!!! #waves #Longbeachisland I recommend this beach. Especially if you’re looking for great clear waters amazing sand and most importantly amazing relaxing…
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News••August 18, 2021
Positive Attitudes at Southern Regional High School May Rise Higher Under New Principal
At one time in his life, or perhaps many times, Joe Medica probably couldn’t envision himself sitting behind the desk in the principal’s office of a school building. Given his own experience, it’s…
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News••August 18, 2021
Tennis Tournament Remembers Rita McGoff
On Aug. 10, a group of friends were having fun playing tennis at the Pearl Street courts in Beach Haven, but Rita McGoff was on their minds and hearts.
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Opinion•August 18, 2021
Excited for Derby
The Sea Shell Resort and Beach Club is proud to announce our 24th annual Striped Bass Derby will be held on the weekend of Oct. 29-31. After being forced to take a year off last year we are really…
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Opinion••August 18, 2021
Promoting Greater Well-Being Starts With Subtle Interactions
One can spend a lifetime thinking and writing about what elected officials, at all levels, should be doing to meet their responsibilities and best serve their constituents and their community.
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Arts & Entertainment••August 18, 2021
Grandparents Day, Health Fair on Barnegat’s Agenda
The Barnegat Township Recreation Department is planning a Grandparents Day and health fair/ COVID 19 vaccination clinic next month.
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Opinion•August 18, 2021
Reviving the Watch
The Brant Beach Homeowners Association is reactivating its Neighborhood Watch program in all sections of Brant Beach. Although there are some neighborhoods with NW signs, the program itself has not…
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Arts & Entertainment••August 18, 2021
The Way Outs
STYLE: Fresh and nostalgic jams, i.e. all the music that makes the party pop – complete with inflatable palm trees, flamingoes and pizza.
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News••August 18, 2021
Menendez, Booker Back Offshore Wind Bill to Boost Development, Jobs
New Jersey’s two U.S. senators and their colleagues from Massachusetts introduced a bill earlier this month that will boost offshore wind development while creating new, green jobs.
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Arts & Entertainment••August 18, 2021
Pirates Day: New Location, Same Attractions
Pirates re-enactment crews, live music and a vendor fair will be highlighted when the Barnegat-Waretown Chamber of Commerce and Barnegat Recreation Department hold Pirates Day Saturday, Sept. 11 from…
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Arts & Entertainment••August 18, 2021
South on 9
STYLE: A high-energy blend of classic rock, ’70s hits, ’80s pop and today’s party rock favorites – from The Beatles to Zac Brown, and Bon Jovi to Queen.
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News••August 18, 2021
Little Egg Harbor Rejects Bids for Dredging
Three contractors’ bids for the Mystic Island West Phase 1 and Atlantis maintenance dredging projects were rejected because they came in too high, but Little Egg Harbor Township has since heard from…
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Arts & Entertainment••August 18, 2021
Fundraiser for Butch McCaffrey Benefits ALS Foundation
All are invited to Buckalew’s Tavern on Sept. 19 from 2 to 7 p.m. to support Beach Haven local Butch McCaffrey of local classic rock band Garage Kept, who in May was diagnosed with Bulbar Palsy, a…
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News••August 18, 2021
Tuckerton Delays Dredging Bond Ordinance Again
Waterfront residents from Tuckerton Beach were again disappointed when the Tuckerton Borough Council delayed the bond ordinance to dredge lagoons until September. Councilman Brian Martin said the…
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Arts & Entertainment••August 18, 2021
Fundraiser Focuses on Veteran Suicide Awareness
In keeping with its tradition of actively supporting communities and raising funds for charitable causes, Barnegat American Legion Riders Post 232 is holding a two-part Veteran Suicide Awareness…
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Arts & Entertainment••August 18, 2021
The Event Horizon
STYLE: Hot hits delivered by a hand-selected band that spans rock, pop, country, dance and hip hop.
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Sports••August 18, 2021
‘Stop Drop and Run’ Aids Barnegat Fire Co.
The Barnegat Township Volunteer Fire Co. invites runners of all ages and levels to its ninth annual Stop Drop and Run on Saturday, Sept. 4, starting at 8 a.m. The event will start and finish at the…
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Business••August 18, 2021
Butterfly Threads Boutique Spreads Its Wings
Cool threads. Must-have accessories. Fun games. Yummy treats. Consider Butterfly Threads Boutique in West Creek a one-stop shop for clothing, knickknacks, snacks and more for the entire family.
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Columns••August 18, 2021
Preparing for the Behemoth
In August 1921, the final test flights were underway in England with an American crew that was about to take command of the world’s largest airship. On the other side of the Atlantic, in Ocean…
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News••August 18, 2021
GoFundMe Started for Former Restaurant Owner
When he owned a restaurant in Barnegat Township, Jon Serpico did much more than feed customers. He generously provided hot meals for public works employees and police officers when working around the…
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Opinion•August 18, 2021
Pedestrian Nightmare
During the weekend of Aug 7-8 on the north end of the Island, two pedestrians were apparently hit by cars in scenarios similar to the one I describe, below, in a July 2020 letter to this publication.…
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Arts & Entertainment••August 18, 2021
LBI Artists Open Studios for 15th Tour
The LBI Artists Open Studio & Gallery Tour is a free, self-guided tour of Long Beach Island studios and galleries while artists demonstrate their process, engage with art lovers, and display and sell…
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Arts & Entertainment••August 18, 2021
New Jersey’s ‘Bad Boy’ at Surflight Aug. 22
Comedian Mike Marino will return to Surflight Theatre on Sunday, Aug. 22 at 8 p.m. Tickets are $29.50 and may be purchased online at surflight.org, by phone at 609-492-9477, or at the box office…
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News••August 18, 2021
Stafford Planning Board Approves Development of New Building for Orthodontics Practice
After joining the team at Southern Ocean Orthodontics 11 years ago, Dr. John Paul Butler couldn’t wait for the day to develop a more unique space to treat patients.
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Opinion•August 18, 2021
Form of Representation
A letter titled “Debt of Gratitude” (8/4) articulated the many contributions made by the dozen or more (including BHTA) who stood up for what they believed in to encourage Beach Haven Borough Council…
