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Opinion••February 7, 2020
Earth’s Love Song
Walking along Gravelly Beach in Little Egg Harbor, it was astonishing at sunset. I was joyful to see this scene and let the poem out…
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Sports••February 7, 2020
Ryan Skeie Leads Pinelands Boys Basketball Team With Grit and Positive Attitude
During his sophomore and junior seasons, Pinelands Regional High School basketball player Ryan Skeie wasn’t able to wear the jersey number of his favorite player because somebody older on the team…
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Arts & Entertainment••February 7, 2020
‘Weather’ Art Exhibit at LBI Foundation: Calm and Fury
The exhibit “Weather” now at the Long Beach Island Foundation of the Arts and Sciences transports us to storms at sea, hurricanes off the coast, blasts of summer lightning as well as serene evenings…
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News••February 6, 2020
Ready, Set, Go: Taking the Plunge for a Cause
(Photographs by Jack Reynolds) St Francis Super Plunge.
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Sports••February 6, 2020
Southern Regional Boys Bowlers Make History, Capture South Jersey Championship
Some 22 hours removed from the best day in Southern Regional bowling history, coach Tony Salvatore had a tough time finding words to describe what he had witnessed at Bowlero in Deptford on Feb. 1.
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News••February 6, 2020
Dinner From the Deep
Karter Larson’s talk on harvesting Viking Village seafood fills the house every year at the Long Beach Island Foundation of Arts and Sciences, and not just because he brings 15 pounds of prime sea…
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News••February 6, 2020
LBI Natives See Effects of Wildfires in Adopted Home of Australia
On Monday, Courtney Tallon, an LBI native now living Down Under, cited New South Wales Rural Fire Service’s most recent Twitter post as an accurate update on Australia’s wildfires: “Currently there…
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Opinion••February 6, 2020
Lessons in Longevity
1. They eat mostly organic food, not much animal protein, a bit of dairy, not much gluten and many veggies. They don’t drink alcohol or smoke.
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Opinion•February 6, 2020
Putting Themselves First
As I write this letter, it is only a remote possibility that the U.S. Senate will honor its oath, conduct a fair and impartial trial, and convict the greatest grifter who has ever despoiled the…
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News••February 5, 2020
Dogs Terrorize Little Egg Harbor Neighborhood
On Monday, Feb. 3, six residents of Mystic Island in Little Egg Harbor were bitten multiple times by three dogs that have “terrorized” the neighborhood of Lake Winnipesaukee Drive, according to…
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News••February 5, 2020
Barnegat School District’s Future on the Line Feb. 18
At this time a year ago, the Barnegat Township Board of Education was considering a school reconfiguration plan as recommended by district Superintendent Brian Latwis. Among numerous changes, it…
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Arts & Entertainment••February 5, 2020
Mike Pinto Delivers a Summer Sound to Old Causeway
Nationally touring singer/songwriter Mike Pinto made his debut at the Old Causeway Steak and Oyster House in Manahawkin last Thursday night, playing an acoustic set with some help from percussionist…
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Arts & Entertainment••February 5, 2020
Former NY Giant to Speak at Healthy Living Expo
Former New York Giant and two-time Superbowl champion David Diehl will be the special speaker at a public health event at noon on Friday, Feb. 21, at the Ocean County Mall’s center court, Toms River.
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News••February 5, 2020
LGBTQ Discussion Becomes Rather Heated at Pinelands Board Meeting
If people protesting the Pinelands Regional School District’s November decision to participate in an eighth-grade pilot program introducing the state’s new LGBTQ curriculum thought the administration…
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Arts & Entertainment••February 5, 2020
Pinelands Regional Graduate Writes First Spy Novel
Looking to read a fast-paced spy novel by a local author who has his hand in many areas: TV, movies, screenplays and, now, his first novel? Destiny Can Be Dangerous by Matthew Gooley is a suspenseful…
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News••February 5, 2020
Barnegat Education ‘Hall of Fame’ Seeks Nominees
The Barnegat Education Association, together with the Barnegat Township School District, is taking nominations for its second Hall of Fame class.
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Opinion•February 5, 2020
Recall Mayor
Based on information I’ve read regarding both Victoria Rose and the Morrison’s Marina development and the way both processes seemingly have been manipulated, I have reached out to an attorney to look…
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Opinion•February 5, 2020
Valuable Points
I was very intrigued by the letter from Louis DeCaro (“2020 List,” 1/8). I thought he brought up some valuable points about the new year and beyond.
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Opinion•February 5, 2020
One Person, One Vote
The irregularities of the Electoral College system put the nation in a position where Clinton got nearly 3 million more votes than Trump but lost.
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Business••February 5, 2020
Rancocas Veterinary Associates Grand Opening in Tuckerton
A miniature horse named Midge was the star attraction for the grand opening of Rancocas Veterinary Services in Tuckerton on Saturday, Feb. 1. Midge is one of two therapy horses rescued by Mindy…
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Arts & Entertainment••February 5, 2020
Hoagie Fundraiser for West Creek Cemetery Feb. 16
The West Creek Cemetery Association invites the public to participate in a hoagie sale fundraiser on Sunday, Feb. 16, hosted by On A Roll Sandwich Shop. A small donation yields a full meal to enjoy…
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News••February 5, 2020
Pinelands, Elementary Schools, Applying for Consolidation Grant From State
Pinelands Regional School District and all of its constituent elementary school districts are moving ahead to explore consolidation.
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Arts & Entertainment••February 5, 2020
Pinelands Thespians Rack Up Awards in State Theater Competitions
As has been the case for years now, the thespians of Pinelands Regional High School took home a truckload of awards in the Speech and Theatre Association of New Jersey’s 2020 state high school…
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News••February 5, 2020
Southern Regional High School’s Drive to Assist Atlantic City Rescue Mission Makes a Huge Impact
Since its humble beginnings in 2001, the Southern Regional High School food drive to benefit the Atlantic City Rescue Mission has become a massive production.
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Arts & Entertainment••February 5, 2020
Ocean County Library Branches Collecting Prom Dresses, Tuxedos
February marks the kickoff of the Ocean County Library’s 12th annual Prom Dress Drive. All branches are accepting gently used or new prom dresses and tuxedos during regular business hours through…
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News••February 5, 2020
Beach Haven Students Go STYLE-ing
Last week at the Beach Haven Elementary School, teachers and students from Southern Regional School District told children in grades three to six about STYLE. It’s an acronym for Students Team…
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Arts & Entertainment••February 5, 2020
Lunch and Learn About Shoreline Resiliency
The coastal resilience puzzle: What are the pieces? How do they fit? What does it mean to be “resilient”? Lisa Auermuller, director of the Jacques Cousteau National Estuarine Research Reserve, will…
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Sports••February 5, 2020
Lack of Effort or Attitude Not an Issue for Southern Regional Girls Hoops Squad
For many years, the Southern Regional High School girls basketball team was fortunate to have several year-round hoops players occupying spots on the roster. This season, that’s not the case.
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News••February 5, 2020
Tuckerton Cpl. John Sanzari Is School Resource Officer
Tuckerton Elementary School Superintendent Janet Ganjemi and the members of the board of education welcomed Tuckerton Police Cpl. John Sanzari to his new post as school resource officer. During the…
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News••February 5, 2020
Upstanders Recognized by Barnegat Board of Ed
The Barnegat Township Board of Education recognized six students with “Upstander Awards” at its Jan. 30 meeting. Implemented by the school district in September 2018, the Upstander initative…
