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News••July 16, 2020
Beach Haven Says, ‘Wear Those Masks’
Beach Haven strongly urges residents and vacationers to heed Gov. Phil Murphy’s recent executive order requiring people to wear face masks in outdoor public places when they cannot socially distance.
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Business••July 16, 2020
Dutchman’s, Navigating Rules for Unique Tidal Site, Plans for 2021 Quelle Opening
Pilings pounded down are the sound of progress for The Dutchman’s major remodeling project, a formidable sight from the Causeway bridges entering and exiting Long Beach Island.
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Arts & Entertainment••July 16, 2020
Surflight Presenting Tribute to Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons
Surflight Theatre will celebrate the music of Francesco Stephen Castelluccio on the evening of Monday, July 20 with a tribute titled “Who Loves You.”
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Arts & Entertainment••July 16, 2020
Museum of Modern Art Curator Awards Prizes in LBI Foundation Competition
Heidi Hogden, an artist from New York, won first prize for her graphite on paper in “National Competition: Works on Paper 2020,” now finishing its last week at the Long Beach Island Foundation of the…
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News••July 16, 2020
Surf City Beach Badge Sales Surpass Same Time Last Year
Surf City sold more than 1,300 daily beach badges over the three-day Fourth of July weekend, bringing the total revenue generated from all beach badge sales to nearly $525,000 as of July 8.
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Columns••July 16, 2020
Kerfuffle Over Bathing Costumes in Barnegat Light; Surf that Won’t Stop
We start Liquid Lines this week with a little trip into the past. Hey, who doesn’t like a little local history and lore?
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Sports••July 16, 2020
Barnegat Edges Southern in ‘Last Dance’ Tourney Opener
He already has his high school diploma and during the next six or seven weeks Lukas Torres might be on campus at Wagner College, preparing for his next baseball season. But for now, Torres will…
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News••July 16, 2020
Former Islander Takes Flight as Commander of Coast Guard Aviation Training Center
The new commander of the U.S. Coast Guard Aviation Training Center in Mobile, Ala., is Beach Haven native Christopher J. Hulser.
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Arts & Entertainment••July 16, 2020
Author Says, ‘Everybody Deserves a Hug’
Last summer, award-winning author Doug Snelson was hard at work on his next book, Everybody Deserves a Hug. With the coming release date of Aug. 1, little did Snelson know how appropriate that title…
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News••July 16, 2020
Electric Vehicles Can Now Plug In at Stafford Locations
Visitors to the downtown section of Stafford Township now have viable parking options if their electric vehicles need a power boost. Last week, a pair of new charging stations were installed at…
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Arts & Entertainment••July 16, 2020
Tom Pernal
STYLE: Covers to suit the given audience, e.g. Paul Simon, Warren Zevon, James Taylor, Van Morrison, Neil Young, Elvis Costello, Tom Petty …
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Opinion•July 16, 2020
My Victory Garden
I am writing to tell you about my little victory garden. This story may put a smile on some locals’ faces during these uncharted and stressful times.
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News••July 16, 2020
Thunderbird Lanes in Manahawkin Closed ‘Until Completely Safe,’ Owner Says
Matt Davis has changed course. Thunderbird Lanes will not be reopening this week or anytime soon, the owner said.
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Opinion•July 16, 2020
Honorable Profession
As usual it takes a crisis for us to pay the deserved respect to the people we depend on for help when we most need it. In good times we complain about costs, work rules, standards of performance and…
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Opinion••July 15, 2020
This New ‘Game’ Has No Winners
Rejoice, children of all ages! A new beach game has appeared this summer. Tired of ladder toss? I never liked that game. It reminded me of those awful “clackers” from my preteen years. If you’re old…
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News••July 15, 2020
Stranded Jet-Skier in Barnegat Bay Rescued by State Troopers
A female Jet-Skier was rescued from Clam Island in Double Creek Channel by two New Jersey state troopers, who hovered a helicopter just above the ground because the location was unsuitable for a safe…
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Business••July 15, 2020
Boats, Bikes, Shore Rentals – Some Industries Are Booming During the Economic Bust
The Marine Max boat dealership in Ship Bottom is one of six in the Mid-Atlantic. Normally in June, there are about 100 boats for sale, primarily Sea Rays, Scouts and Sailfish. This year the inventory…
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Opinion•July 15, 2020
Excellent Job
I want to applaud the commentary by Linda H. Feaster (“Responsibility of Leadership Comes Down to Each of Us,” 7/8). Ms. Feaster did an excellent job of summarizing our current situation without…
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Opinion•July 15, 2020
Unfair Pool Rule
My husband and I have been Beach Haven homeowners for 30 years, and live in a “vintage” home, needing costly repair and renovation (e.g. old roof, asbestos siding, low ceilings, old windows, damaged…
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Opinion•July 15, 2020
Perilous Crossing
It has been wonderful that the Causeway Bridge now provides easy pedestrian and bike access between the Island and mainland. While I understand why bikes are not allowed on the walking paths, it is…
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Opinion•July 15, 2020
Spectacular Sight
My guest had never seen a full moon rise, certainly never over Long Beach Island. I suggested that we drive to the 68th Street pavilion in Brant Beach and check it out. The full moonrise was…
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Arts & Entertainment••July 15, 2020
Art Notes July 15
Last Week : The Long Beach Island Foundation of the Arts and Sciences is holding its 22nd annual “National Juried Competition: Works on Paper” exhibit in the Blai Gallery through July 19. Twenty-five…
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Arts & Entertainment••July 15, 2020
Tuckerton Seaport Offers Outdoor Self-Guided Tours
The Tuckerton Seaport opens a new self-guided outdoor tour on Saturday, July 18, and then will be open Saturdays, Sundays and Mondays from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. throughout the summer and fall. Guests are…
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News••July 15, 2020
Traffic, Speeding Continue to Plague Ship Bottom Neighborhood
Quality of life is defined as the overall enjoyment of life, according to the Merriam-Webster dictionary. Its precise meaning is broader, including the degree to which a person or group of people can…
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News••July 15, 2020
Ocean County Prosecutors Host Free Webinar on Policing Reforms
The Ocean County Prosecutor’s Office 21/21 Virtual Town Hall titled “Moving Forward – A Conversation on Law Enforcement and Community Policing” has been rescheduled for Wednesday, July 29, at 6 p.m.…
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Arts & Entertainment••July 15, 2020
On Tap: Captain Bill
LINEUP: Solo acoustic/electric guitar, vocalist
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News••July 15, 2020
Midsummer Updates from Barnegat Light
Holding its first in-person meeting in four months, at the firehall rather than the small meeting room in Barnegat Light Borough Hall, the borough council announced that the public restroom building…
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News••July 15, 2020
‘Starve Poverty’ Nonprofit Fixes Tuckerton Woman’s Trailer
“Stella” has lived in Bay View Trailer Park in Tuckerton for 30 years, comfortably except for the last few years when a hole in her roof let the rain and snow destroy her bathroom. The ceiling…
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News••July 15, 2020
Barnegat Mayor: ‘We Don’t Select Businesses to Come Here’
A Barnegat Township resident questioned at last week’s township committee meeting if town officials are responsible for selecting prospective businesses to come into town.
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Arts & Entertainment••July 15, 2020
Sneak Attack
STYLE: Covers of hits from all genres and eras – rock, rap, funk, country and pop, pre-’70s through today – in an upbeat, rock-meets-pop, dance-ready style.
