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News••December 16, 2020
New Pickleball Courts Up in Air in Beach Haven
Beach Haven’s plan to expand the number of pickleball courts from six to nine at the Nelson Avenue facility by next summer may have hit a snag. At the Dec. 14 borough council meeting, officials…
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News••December 16, 2020
COVID-19 Claims Life of 91-Year-Old Long Beach Island Woman
The Long Beach Island Health Department confirmed Monday that a 91-year-old female resident of LBI has died from the novel coronavirus – the sixth Island resident to succumb to COVID-19 since the…
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Opinion•December 16, 2020
Great Escape
Like millions of people over hundreds of years, I love carousels, merry-go-rounds, roundabouts – by any name, their magical quality remains the same, regardless of our ages, origins or stations in…
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Arts & Entertainment••December 16, 2020
Ocean Acres Family Cares for ‘Little Tree That Could’
Robert and Elaine Maniaci of Ocean Acres have watched a little evergreen grow from seed at their curb at the corner of Dolphin and Galleon roads. No one planted it there; it was pollinated by the…
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News••December 16, 2020
Murphy Not Shutting Down Indoor Dining
The biggest news to come out of Gov. Phil Murphy’s COVID-19 briefing on Monday afternoon is what he didn’t do. He won’t close down indoor dining in New Jersey, at least for the immediate future.
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News••December 16, 2020
Doctor Urges Healthy Choices, Positive Mindset
The stressful circumstances surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic are taking a toll on people’s health and well-being, one medical expert confirms – specifically in the form of weight gain from stress…
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News••December 16, 2020
Barnegat Man Arrested in Fetanyl, Weapons Bust
A Barnegat man and two U.S. Postal Service employees have been arrested on various drug and weapons offenses.
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Business••December 16, 2020
Rancocas Pet Supplies and Grooming Added to Veterinary Hospital
What a reward for going to the vet: a treat afterward. But how about a whole store full of them?
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News••December 16, 2020
Parents Channel Grief Into Lifesaving Gifts
Jessica and Jonathan Young of Little Egg Harbor have been coping with unimaginable pain since their 9-month-old son, Damien, passed away on April 30. Their personal strength has been stretched to the…
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Arts & Entertainment••December 16, 2020
December 16 Art Notes
On-Deck December: The Pine Shores Art Association’s “Deck the Screens” show is now online. See dozens of fine paintings by this dedicated group of artists who support each other with friendship…
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News••December 16, 2020
Stafford School District Goes With Remote Learning Prior to Christmas Break
The Stafford Township School District is going to a fully remote learning schedule for all students from Wednesday, Dec. 16, through the half-day that starts the Christmas break, Dec. 23. The…
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Sports••December 16, 2020
NJ State Athletic Association Rolls Out Plan for Spring Sports
As promised, the New Jersey State Interscholastic Athletic Association last week announced its plan for the spring sports season.
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News••December 16, 2020
Pandemic Restrictions Not Slowing Progress at St. Mary Academy
Danielle Alpert’s daughters aren’t doing the same Advent activities this Christmas season, and sitting through class with a mask on isn’t always the most comfortable thing to deal with. Still, the…
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Columns••December 15, 2020
Learning the Mumblese Dialect; When Fishing Had No Impact on Fishes
I utilize the English language to the nth degree, professionally. Now, I’m being stunningly alerted to the fact I’m not nearly as adept as I thought at comprehending it, so to speak. It seems I’m…
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News••December 14, 2020
Southern Ocean Chamber Hosts Update From Hospital CEO
The Southern Ocean County Chamber of Commerce will round out the year with an update from hospital leadership during an online meeting via Zoom on Wednesday, Dec. 16, from 1 to 2 p.m.
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News••December 14, 2020
LBI Consolidated Schools Move to Remote Learning as Precautionary Measure
With the peak of the second wave of the coronavirus pandemic not expected until after the new year according to state officials, the Long Beach Island Consolidated School District will proactively…
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Arts & Entertainment••December 14, 2020
K-2 Celebrates Ninth Annual Tree Lighting With Benefit
On Dec. 19, from noon to 6 p.m., Kubel’s Too in Long Beach Township invites all to join the merriment for its ninth annual Christmas tree lighting.
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Columns••December 14, 2020
So Many Coyote Experts; Big Swells to Kick Off Winter
If anyone is interested, I have a fantastic holiday gift idea. There’s always one person on your list who is never in need of anything.
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News••December 13, 2020
LBT Construction Department Coordinates $7,200 Donation to St. Francis Food Pantry
’Tis the season for giving and, as such, the Long Beach Township construction department continued its tradition of donating to the food pantry at the St. Francis Community Center in Brant Beach.
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News••December 12, 2020
Manahawkin Woman ‘Scales’ 100 Years With Service, Strength and Determination
In 1920, women in the U.S. were given the right to vote, Warren Harding was elected the 29th president, movies were silent and televisions didn’t yet exist, the American Civil Liberties Union was…
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News••December 11, 2020
SOMC Visitation Reaches Level Red Risk
As of Dec. 10, Hackensack Meridian Health reported its New Jersey facilities, including Southern Ocean Medical Center in Manahawkin, are currently at risk level red. Red is the highest level and…
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Business••December 11, 2020
Mia Cucina Sauces Have Famous Family Connections
His buddy called him “Maestro” for the way he orchestrated the ingredients to 100-gallon batches of marinara sauces.
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News••December 10, 2020
LBI Fifth-Grader All Business When It Comes to Giving Back
When Richie Southwick dreams, he dreams big. His dream of owning his own sport fishing boat led him, at age 10, to launch Bunker Broz, a clothing line that is rooted in his love of the water and Long…
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News••December 10, 2020
Holiday House Decorator Has a Charitable Side
Traffic on Grace Place in Barnegat Township usually slows down this time of year during the evening. That’s because drivers are taking their time viewing the elaborate Christmas display in front of…
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News••December 10, 2020
Stafford Cops Apprehend Grinch, Save Christmas
A suspect in a series of Christmas-related thefts around Stafford Township has been identified as none other than The Grinch. Police have apprehended the yuletide villain and saved Christmas.
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Sports••December 10, 2020
Simply Sunni: Pinelands Senior DiElmo Grows Into Solid, Positive Leader
The story behind Sunni DiElmo’s name is an interesting one.
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Arts & Entertainment••December 10, 2020
For Two Giant Schnauzers, Nose Work Is Good Work and Play, Anytime
In any kind of specialized canine training, the bond between dog and handler is stronger than companionship. They share a wavelength; they’re sympatico, partners.
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Arts & Entertainment••December 10, 2020
Species on the Edge Art and Essay Contest Now Accepting Submissions
The Conserve Wildlife Foundation of New Jersey presents the annual Species on the Edge Art and Essay Contest, open to all fifth-graders in the state. Entry deadline is Jan. 31. One winner will be…
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Sports••December 10, 2020
NJSIAA Revises Hockey Schedule After Governor Forces Shift
For now, the New Jersey State Interscholastic Athletic Association has come up with a remedy for the recently diverted ice hockey season.
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News••December 10, 2020
Tuckerton Forms Another Dredging Committee
The results of a questionnaire sent out to Tuckerton’s three waterfront sections in October showed only one section was marginally in favor of a proposed special assessment on property owners for…
