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News••March 11, 2026
Resiliency Rule Going to Court as Opposition Mounts
New Jersey environmental officials remain silent while pushbacks against a controversial flood resiliency rule intensify, with four counties and two business organizations taking the fight to court…
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News••March 11, 2026
NJBPU Action Sparks Aid to Electricity Grid Stability
The New Jersey Board of Public Utilities last week unveiled major initiatives expected to significantly cut electric costs and enhance grid efficiency for residents and businesses statewide.
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Business••March 11, 2026
New Thrift Store Opening in Tuckerton
The Episcopal Church of the Holy Spirit, located at 220 East Main St. (Route 9), Tuckerton, will launch a new thrift store on Tuesday, March 17.
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Sports••March 11, 2026
Guido Grabs Region Crown With Win Over Defending State Champ
By the time the NJSIAA Region 4 championship rolled around on March 8, Shae Guido had become familiar with Kingsway’s Reagan Roxas. The Southern Regional sophomore knew what to expect. In fact, she…
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Sports••March 11, 2026
Five Snag Region Titles as Nine Southern Wrestlers Head for Boardwalk Hall
Vincent Esposito knew he would run into Delsea’s Cameron Pote in the NJSIAA Region 8 tournament, and he said after winning the District 30 championship a week earlier that he’d be ready for Pote’s…
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Arts & Entertainment••March 11, 2026
Learn About Tuckerton’s Invasive Species
Join the Tuckerton Environmental Commission at the Tuckerton branch of the Ocean County Library on Monday, March 23 at 6:30 p.m. for an informative session on identifying invasive plants.
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Arts & Entertainment••March 11, 2026
Passion for the Pines Ignites Inspiration for Creators
Historians, artists and creatives of all kinds shared their work with the world on Sunday, March 8, united by a deep desire to cultivate appreciation for and protect the Pine Barrens.
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Opinion•March 11, 2026
That Feeling …
You know that kind of uptight, anticipator, happy-anxious feeling you get when you’ve been away from the Island for months and then crest over the Causeway to see the bay and Island spread out before…
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Opinion••March 11, 2026
GUEST OPINION | Snowstorms Leave Tracks in One Lifetime of Memories
We’ve all had some stormy times in our lives, but my subject here is weather-related difficulties like snow and hurricanes on Long Beach Island. Many of us have been marooned in place, and we all…
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Arts & Entertainment••March 11, 2026
Bowl to Benefit Southern Ocean County Shelter Animals
Bowl or just be a part of the fun as a cheerleader. It really doesn’t matter, because it’s all to benefit the care of animals at the Southern Ocean County Animal Shelter.
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Columns••March 11, 2026
Mysterious Disappearance Grips the Shore
It was Memorial Day weekend 1969. Students were home from college, and the Jersey Shore was preparing for the biggest summer season since the March 1962 nor’easter. When that weekend was over, many…
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Arts & Entertainment••March 11, 2026
Hop Through Downtown Manahawkin, Then Gather Eggs
Runners and walkers, get ready to hop through downtown Manahawkin. Stafford Township’s fourth annual Bunny Hop 5K is on schedule for Sunday, March 29, and proceeds benefit Stafford EMS and its…
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News••March 11, 2026
Ratepayer Protection Amps Up in Surge to Support Consumers
On the same day New Jersey’s four electric distribution companies delivered rate stabilization plans to state officials, the White House announced the signing of the ratepayer protection pledge by…
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Business••March 11, 2026
Expansion on Horizon for Sur La Plage; Businesses Adding Art for Summer
Since 1986, Beach Haven’s swimwear, clothing and accessories store, Sur La Plage, has served the community’s needs in beach apparel and gear. Now the building and business are changing hands and an…
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Arts & Entertainment••March 11, 2026
Registration Open for St. Francis Men’s Basketball League
Lace up! Registration is open now for the St. Francis Men’s Basketball League. Local ballers ages 21 and older are invited to get on the court and compete as part of a fun and competitive adult…
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News••March 11, 2026
Gray Seal Pup Found in Harvey Cedars on the Road to Recovery
Traffic was blocked for a bit around Middlesex Avenue in Harvey Cedars on Tuesday, Feb. 24, but not for roadwork. Earlier that morning, a motorist spotted a female gray seal pup on Long Beach…
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Opinion•March 11, 2026
Police Policy Request
The following was addressed to Harvey Cedars Mayor John Imperiale.
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News••March 11, 2026
Residents Discuss Little Egg Harbor’s Affordable Housing Plan
As the Little Egg Harbor Planning Board discussed the township’s Housing Element and Fair Share Plan at its March 5 meeting, residents expressed frustration at the board’s and township committee’s…
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News••March 11, 2026
Southern Ocean County Communities Receive Firewise Grants
Ahead of the spring wildfire season, the N.J. Department of Environmental Protection’s Forest Fire Service announced $90,000 in grants to 22 communities statewide to support wildfire risk-reduction…
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News••March 11, 2026
Pennsylvania Men Arrested in Holgate for Possession of Stolen Car
Two Pennsylvania men are in custody after officers from the Long Beach Township Police Department conducted a motor vehicle stop in the Holgate section of the municipality on Saturday, March 7.
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News••March 11, 2026
Inflatable Rat Leaves Beach Haven
The inflatable rat set up recently in front of the Beach Haven municipal building has been taken down, at least for the time being.
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Opinion••March 11, 2026
Next Step in Fixing School Funding Imbalance
I am writing in response to Surf City Mayor Hodgson’s thoughtful commentary in last week’s SandPaper concerning Long Beach Island’s membership in the Southern Regional School District (SRSD). Mayor…
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News••March 11, 2026
Fire Inspection Fees Rising in Beach Haven
An ordinance adopted by Beach Haven Borough Council March 9 will result in higher fees for fire inspections involving rental and resale permits.
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Arts & Entertainment••March 11, 2026
Author Faults America’s Response to Opioid Crisis
Join award-winning journalist Shoshana Walter and award-winning author Barbara Kingsolver as they chat about Walter’s book Rehab: An American Scandal on Tuesday, March 24 at 2 p.m. during a virtual…
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Arts & Entertainment••March 11, 2026
Library Celebrates National Quilting Day
National Quilting Day is a time to admire the artisans who create them, and to recognize their handiwork carries centuries of tradition forward across generations.
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Arts & Entertainment••March 11, 2026
Art Notes, March 11
Furnishing Touches: The art gallery and home boutique Twig Nest and Bloom in Barnegat Light is for sale for just under $2 million, so be sure to pay a visit and explore the artistry and elegance…
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Arts & Entertainment••March 11, 2026
Music of Chicago, Classical Act and Irish Theater at Grunin This Weekend
The Grunin Center for the Arts is certainly mixing up its shows this coming weekend.
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News••March 11, 2026
Save LBI Launches Advocacy Group to Combat Offshore Wind Project Challenges
A local nonprofit organization that worked endlessly against wind farms at sea off the Island is expanding its presence by establishing a sister organization in response to recent federal legislation…
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Sports••March 11, 2026
Southern Regional’s Davis, Smith Take Podium Spots at Meet of Champions
Imagine tying the school record during qualifying for the fastest sprint race of the NJSIAA Indoor Track Meet of Champions, then breaking that record in the final only to finish behind six other…
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News••March 10, 2026
Pickleball Players Intruding on Tennis Courts
Beach Haven is considering an ordinance that would ban pickleball players from using the borough tennis courts at Pearl Street.
