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Arts & Entertainment••April 14, 2026
Three Totally Different Musical Performances at Grunin Center This Weekend
The Grunin Center for the Arts at Ocean County College will host three vastly different musical events over the weekend.
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Arts & Entertainment••April 14, 2026
Young Skaters Gain Confidence at Christian Athletes’ Skate Clinic This Weekend
The Fellowship of Christian Athletes will host its third annual youth skate clinic at Barnegat Light Skate Park on Saturday, April 18 (rain date April 25), noon to 2:30 p.m. Beginning skaters ages 5…
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Arts & Entertainment••April 14, 2026
Classical, Jazz Favorites at Holy Innocents’
Holy Innocents’ Episcopal Church in Beach Haven presents an afternoon of song with vocalist Brandi McLeod on Saturday, April 18 at 4 p.m.
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Arts & Entertainment••April 14, 2026
Lifeguard in Training Programs Provide Youngsters With Lifelong Benefits
Ocean lifeguarding is serious business in New Jersey. Just look around Long Beach Island during the summer months. The beaches are filled with professionals who are highly trained, capable of saving…
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News••April 13, 2026
Pinelands Board Appoints Interim Administrator
The Pinelands Regional Board of Education has replaced a key employee at the district, Business Administrator Amanda Miller, at least temporarily.
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Arts & Entertainment••April 12, 2026
It’s a Shore Thing When Coastal Minimalism Meets Amalficore
Even before spring sprang on Long Beach Island, I was focused on bringing a sense of renewal to my home and outside living areas ahead of the busy summer season. For the last several years, I’ve been…
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Business••April 12, 2026
360 Ceramics Restores and Preserves High-Value Surfaces
Here on the coast, the salt air and humidity have been known to wreak some havoc on homes, in addition to the everyday wear our residential spaces endure. With that firmly in mind, Long Beach…
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Arts & Entertainment••April 12, 2026
Inside, Out: Front Porches Provide for Self-Expression, Expanded Living Space
A porch is one of the hardest working “rooms” of a house, and spring is this versatile, transitional shelter/entryway’s time to shine.
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Arts & Entertainment••April 12, 2026
Surf City Carver’s Wooden Wonders Travel Near and Far
In a workshop off the garage of his house near the beach in Surf City, Lance Lichtensteiger uses a band saw to cut the pieces of wood he will then chisel and sand into intricate depictions of…
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Arts & Entertainment••April 12, 2026
How to Turn Your Backyard Into a Pet Paradise
Dogs, owing to obvious needs, have to exit the house and love their walks. But do walks provide enough exercise? Obviously, just letting your dog roam free is dangerous, especially in areas with even…
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Arts & Entertainment••April 11, 2026
When Space Is an Issue, Container Gardening Is the Answer
Let’s face it: Growing your own plants is exciting stuff. Whether they’re flowers that create a colorful backdrop to jazz up your living space, or fruits and vegetables that generate some produce to…
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Business••April 11, 2026
Cedar Siding Adds Coastal Charm to LBI Homes
Few home exteriors give a more classic, familiar beach house appearance as those with cedar siding. Historic homes on Long Beach Island, now adorned with silver shingles weathered from years in the…
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News••April 11, 2026
Barnegat Dock Pavilion Has a New Look
For the time being, work is complete in rebuilding the pavilion at the Barnegat Township dock. The structure has not been fully in use since June 2024, when a routine inspection of the two-story…
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News••April 10, 2026
Stafford Township Council Introduces Budget for Next Fiscal Year
Costs keep rising, and it shouldn’t be a secret at this point. Still, to be sure, Stafford Township Administrator Matthew von der Hayden reminded residents as the municipal budget workshop got…
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Arts & Entertainment••April 10, 2026
Summer Camp Registration Is Live, Space Is Limited
In case you haven’t heard, it’s time to get your children registered for Stafford Recreation’s summer camp, slated for June 29 through Aug. 13. Registration began Wednesday, April 8, and all camps…
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Arts & Entertainment••April 10, 2026
Founders Day Festivities Focus on America’s 250th Anniversary
Prepare for a huge celebration of America’s big anniversary when Stafford Township’s recreation department presents “From Sea to Shining Sea.”
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Arts & Entertainment••April 10, 2026
Documentary Highlights Elvis in the Movies
Fans of Elvis Presley won’t want to miss this. On Wednesday, April 22, the branch presents “Elvis Presley in the Movies” beginning at 2:30 p.m.
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Arts & Entertainment••April 10, 2026
Learn About Property Tax Relief Programs
Homeowners and renters aged 65 or older and those receiving federal Social Security or Railroad Retirement disability benefits are eligible for property relief programs in New Jersey, and soon…
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Arts & Entertainment••April 10, 2026
Declutter and Make Some Dough During Townwide Yard Sale
So maybe you have some things sitting around collecting dust, no longer needed, or perhaps that stash of Rae Dunn mugs has outgrown your kitchen and cabinets. And all those extra Pampered Chef…
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Sports••April 10, 2026
Register Now for 24th LBI Spring Derby
The Spring Derby is here – this beloved annual surf fishing tournament kicked off last weekend, and will run until 6 p.m. on June 21. For three months, anglers can target striped bass and bluefish…
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News••April 9, 2026
Beach Haven, Seaport Renew Ferry Service
Beach Haven recently renewed its agreement with the Tuckerton Seaport in which ferry service is provided between the two locations. The service was launched in 2019.
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Arts & Entertainment••April 9, 2026
Spring Beach Sweeps Scheduled for Saturday, April 11
Clean Ocean Action’s Spring Beach Sweeps take place, rain or shine, at 80-plus locations throughout New Jersey each year. Join this collective cleanup from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. this Saturday, April…
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Sports••April 9, 2026
Martinez, Tyhanic Lead Way as Pinelands Regional Girls Snag First Tourney Title
It’s not a surprise the Lady Wildcat Invitational had 45 female golfers from two counties competing in the inaugural event on April 1. The boys’ tournament at LBI National in Little Egg Harbor has…
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News••April 9, 2026
Gov. Sherrill’s Ocean County Rep Hears Concerns
Hunter Maskin, senior aide for Intergovernmental Affairs for Gov. Mikie Sherrill with specific responsibilities for Ocean County, made his first visit to Long Beach Island on April 2 at a meeting in…
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Columns••April 9, 2026
When in a Pica Mood, Folks Prefer Talcum Over Lobster Bisque
Ever get this overwhelming urge to chew on toy cars or jetty rocks? You just might be a pica person.
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News••April 9, 2026
State Network Offers Solutions to Power Change, Affordable Energy
With New Jersey increasingly dependent on imported power, a statewide coalition is boosting the charge for Gov. Mikie Sherrill to cancel the 2035 carbon‑free mandate, put into play by her…
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Opinion•April 9, 2026
War Worth Waging
The movie industry, television and authors all understand the horror and potential reality of a post-nuclear world. Each year there are new versions of the events that lead to the launching of…
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Opinion•April 9, 2026
Irrelevant Question
Recently, I attended a meet-and-greet for Bayly Winder, a smart, energetic and promising candidate who hopes to represent the 2nd District in Congress next January. After stating his positions and…
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News••April 8, 2026
Ship Bottom Controls Directional Changes at Side Streets, Not to LBI Exit
Motorists rerouting themselves from traffic snarls on Central Avenue in Ship Bottom onto mostly residential streets has had homeowners demanding a ban on left turns onto those roads, saying the N.J.…
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News••April 8, 2026
Ship Bottom OKs $1M for Preventive Water, Sewer Work
Borough residents remained silent March 24 as Ship Bottom officials advanced two bonding ordinances, totaling more than $1 million, to fund improvement projects above and below ground.
