News
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Opinion•August 6, 2020
Flood Concerns Rising
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s recent report titled “The State of High Tide Flooding in 2019 and the Outlook through April 2021” states that coastal communities across the U.S.…
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Opinion•August 6, 2020
Good Old Days
My family has rented every July for over 40 years in Beach Haven. The rental, a 1960s raised ranch home (now vastly improved), is just 1½ blocks from the Atlantic Ocean and a half block to Bay Avenue…
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Arts & Entertainment••August 6, 2020
On Tap: The Tommy Allen Band
STYLE: Classic rock, jam, R&B and soul covers
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News••August 5, 2020
Barnegat Light Loses Former Councilman George Warr
The flags have been lowered in Barnegat Light for former Borough Councilman George Warr, 76, who had served 23 years on council before retiring three years ago.
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Opinion•August 5, 2020
Follow the Rules
Ms. Pearson did not exhibit “petty righteousness” when she requested the pedestrian who was walking on the wrong side of the road to walk on the correct side of the road, contrary to what was stated…
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Sports••August 5, 2020
Woman Power Prevails at 12th Annual Coquina Jam
Community members gathered on Sunday to observe and celebrate the many talented female surfers who, together, raised nearly $30,000 for the Jetty Rock Foundation and David’s Dream and Believe Cancer…
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Opinion•August 5, 2020
Safe Cycling
I would like to congratulate Ava on the epic bike ride from her Pennsylvania home to LBI (“Inaugural Bike Ride to LBI for Dad, Daughter,” 7/22). It appears that her training paid off being able to…
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Opinion•August 5, 2020
Lack of Respect
On Thursday, July 30, I witnessed many lifeguards completing their morning training near the 68th Street lifeguard stand in Brant Beach. Upon completion, many lifeguards, “kids,” were not wearing…
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News••August 5, 2020
Volunteers Needed to Clean Up Ball Park in Tuckerton
Tuckerton residents are organizing a cleanup day at the All Wars Memorial Field on Sunday, Aug. 9, from 10 a.m. till 1 p.m.
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Opinion•August 5, 2020
Matter of Survival
The following was addressed to Beach Haven Municipal Clerk/Borough Administrator Sherry Mason.
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Arts & Entertainment••August 5, 2020
Tweetspot
@waynestreetjr (July 28) A perfect ending to a hot day. #LBI #longbeachisland #SummerVibes #JerseyShore #friends #Blessed #eastcoastlifestyle #COVID__19 #Joy…
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News••August 5, 2020
Pinelands, Little Egg Harbor Schools Set ‘Blended’ Plan Opening
The Pinelands Regional and Little Egg Harbor school districts released their fall reopening plans to the public via two joint virtual meetings and postings on their websites Thursday, July 30.
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Arts & Entertainment••August 5, 2020
On Tap: The Bill & Andy Show
HOME BASE: North Jersey and Southern Ocean County
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News••August 5, 2020
COVID Concerns Would Impact Sheltering Protocols During a Hurricane
Tropical Storm Isaias brought home the realization that sheltering in the 2020 hurricane season will be impacted differently by COVID-19. Large-group sheltering was not needed to be implemented this…
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Opinion•August 5, 2020
75-Year-Old Question
On Aug. 6 and Aug. 9 of 2020, many Americans will recall what happened 75 years ago: atomic bombs (called the Little Boy and Fat Man) were dropped on Hiroshima and Nagasaki, thus causing Japan to…
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Arts & Entertainment••August 5, 2020
On Tap: Zinnia Moon
LINEUP: Solo acoustic singer/songwriter, ukulele, guitar, piano
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Arts & Entertainment••August 5, 2020
Try to Beat Biggy and Help Barnegat Light First Aid Squad, Fire Department on Sept. 12
There’s no doubt “Can You Beat Biggy?” has been a big hit among SandPaper readers. I know because I hear about it all the time. People constantly are asking me how the series is going, if I won this…
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Opinion•August 5, 2020
Mask Up!
Hey, walkers, runners, bikers – where’s your mask? Just because you are on vacation doesn’t mean COVID is on vacation, too. Just because the chance of infection is lower outdoors doesn’t mean it is…
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News••August 5, 2020
Maritime Museum Goes Pink With Fundraiser
At the New Jersey Maritime Museum in Beach Haven, the staff really “gives a ship.”
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News••August 5, 2020
NEA Awards Grunin Center $50,000 as Part of CARES Act
The National Endowment for the Arts recently announced the nonprofit arts organizations recommended for direct funding through the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, and the…
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Arts & Entertainment••August 5, 2020
Surflight Bringing Back ‘Mamma Mia’ and Why Wouldn’t It?
Surflight Theatre’s biggest hit during its 2019 season was “Mamma Mia,” a jukebox musical based on the songs of ABBA, the Swedish pop supergroup of the 1970s and early 1980s.
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Arts & Entertainment••August 5, 2020
J.P. La Stella Duo Charms Old Causeway
Two young brothers from Toms River are working their way onto the LBI music scene, and local listeners have welcomed them with open arms. On Friday night, the J.P. La Stella Duo brought a powerful…
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Arts & Entertainment••August 5, 2020
Clean Ocean Action Launches Virtual EcoGuide
In prior years, Clean Ocean Action has published a guide promoting eco-friendly enjoyment of the Jersey Shore. Now, the nonprofit has taken this mission virtual, with an online EcoGuide that includes…
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Arts & Entertainment••August 5, 2020
‘American Graffiti’ Is Aug. 15 Drive-In Movie
The Barnegat Township Recreation Department has added the film “American Graffiti” to its drive-in movie schedule. The movie will be shown on Saturday, Aug. 15, 8:30 p.m. at the Joseph Donahue…
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Opinion•August 5, 2020
Kayakers, Beware
I write this letter to first sincerely thank the first responders (Island Beach State Park employees, police, EMS, lifeguards and Coast Guard) who came to assist me on Saturday, Aug. 1. Furthermore…
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Arts & Entertainment••August 5, 2020
Bay Village Psychics See Through COVID, and Beyond
Social distancing has affected the Island in innumerable and often unexpected ways this summer, and for many local businesses, it has required creative problem solving. For the mediums at Psychic…
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Opinion•August 5, 2020
Double Standard
In August 2017 a tragic death resulted during racial demonstrations in Charlottesville, Va. Apparently Trump forgot his comment then (“I am sure there are good people on both sides”) when he recently…
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Opinion•August 5, 2020
Pedestrian Confusion
In regards to James Donahower’s letter titled “Dangerous System” (7/22), Mr. Donahower, I couldn’t agree with you more. The pedestrian safety law was enacted in 2010. At that time I worked for a…
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Opinion•August 5, 2020
Kudos, Barnegat Light
The purchase of the Coast Guard property appears to have been the catalyst for other improvements to our town. We now have a beautiful pavilion where residents and visitors enjoy entertainment and…
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News••August 5, 2020
New Ship Bottom Municipal Complex Construction Not Expected This Year
Ship Bottom officials anticipated going out to bid in March for a new borough hall with construction beginning in front of the existing building between 16th and 17th streets on the Boulevard this…
