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Columns••February 26, 2026
Dismal Walkabout: Inlet Area’s Deceased Birdlife
It snowed decently enough. However, and not meaning to be demeaning, the much pre-ballyhooed blizzard lacked a certain pizzazz – nothing near what one expects from a “cyclone bomb.” Nonetheless, some…
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News••February 26, 2026
Little Egg Harbor Rescue Dog Connects Hundreds Worldwide
A Little Egg Harbor rescue dog born into an abusive environment has overcome all odds, and is now not only a healthy, friendly pet, but also the face of an online community for Norwegian elkhound…
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Arts & Entertainment••February 26, 2026
Circus Coming to Grunin Center
At 1 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 28 the Grunin Center for the Arts at Ocean County College will host a “Family Series” event on the main stage featuring the Bindlestiff Family Cirkus Trio.
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News••February 26, 2026
Utility Business Model Under Regulatory Review
A deep dive into regulatory reform could power changes that will deliver long-term savings for New Jersey electric ratepayers, bolster industry stability and fuel critical investments in system…
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News••February 25, 2026
Van Drew Wants Federal Workers Paid During Government Shutdowns, Not Members of Congress
On Monday, Feb. 23, Congressman Jeff Van Drew finally had enough of government shutdowns.
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Business••February 25, 2026
Bendy Jane Yoga’s New Little Egg Studio Is ‘for Everyone’
Operating on the belief that “yoga is for everyone,” friends and Bendy Jane Yoga co-owners Justine Henderson and Bridget Bartlet are preparing to enter a new phase with the opening of a welcoming…
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Opinion•February 25, 2026
What Would Jesus Say?
Last week’s letter titled “Sisters Wrong About ICE” was difficult to read. How does it happen that professed Catholics come up with such different assessments of ICE?
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Sports••February 25, 2026
Southern Regional Cruises Past Passaic Tech, Old Bridge to Snatch Fourth Straight State Title
As soon as Aidan Malley lifted Passaic Tech’s Joseph Feebo into the air and dropped him to the mat, the massive crowd inside the Southern Regional gymnasium on Feb. 20 erupted with shouting and…
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Arts & Entertainment••February 25, 2026
Speed Friending at the Stafford Library
Are you a senior looking to expand your social circle? Find potential new friends and acquaintances through speed friending, which will take place at the Stafford branch of the Ocean County Library…
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News••February 25, 2026
Little Egg Harbor School Board’s February Meetings Were Marathons
The Little Egg Harbor Board of Education has decided to have two meetings each month. The first is a board workshop. No official action is taken at that meeting; that is saved for its regular meeting.
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News••February 25, 2026
New Jersey Committed to Resiliency Funding Fight as Feds Make Changes
Even as multiple requests to declare a state of emergency for beach erosion at the Jersey Shore have gone unanswered, state officials are continuing to push back against the Trump administration for…
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Arts & Entertainment••February 25, 2026
Virtual Author Program Offers Food for Thought
In her new cookbook, Don’t Think About Dinner, Jenn Lueke offers a framework to save time, money and energy with strategic meal planning, grocery lists, and kitchen prep. Join Lueke for a virtual…
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News••February 25, 2026
Plans Moving Along for Tuckerton Dredging Grant Application
Tuckerton Councilman Brian Martin gave a brief update on the borough’s progress toward obtaining a grant for dredging of Thompson Creek at the Feb. 17 council meeting.
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News••February 25, 2026
Police Warn of Possible Avian Flu in Little Egg Harbor
There have been a number of reports of dead and sick birds in Little Egg Harbor, and police are encouraging residents to report sightings to the N.J. Department of Environmental Protection to combat…
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Arts & Entertainment••February 25, 2026
Master Gardeners Back at the Stafford Library
Here’s a sure sign spring is not too far off: The Ocean County Rutgers Master Gardeners return to the Stafford branch of the Ocean County Library on Mondays, March 9 and 23, between 10 a.m. and noon…
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Sports••February 25, 2026
Barnegat Blisters Manchester to Reach State Sectional Final
Alexis Faulds is a poster child for not quitting on anything. And after ripping a blister on her right thumb just four frames into the biggest match of the season, she had every reason to throw in…
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Arts & Entertainment••February 25, 2026
Students Celebrate Valentine’s With Garden Club
As a prelude to Valentine’s Day, the Garden Club of LBI’s Flower Power/Youth Committee recently convened at the Long Beach Island branch of the Ocean County Library to celebrate the day with floral…
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Arts & Entertainment••February 25, 2026
Author to Sign Movie Star Biography at Film Screening
Lovers of old Hollywood films and actors can both enjoy a classic movie and simultaneously learn about one of its stars on Friday, March 6 at Movies at the Boathouse in Tuckerton.
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Arts & Entertainment••February 25, 2026
Spanish Singer-Songwriter Performing at Stockton
An Andalusian singer-songwriter, LauraB, will perform at Stockton University’s Campus Center Theatre at 7:30 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 27.
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Arts & Entertainment••February 25, 2026
Two Libraries Host Talk on Black Baseball
The Ocean County Library hosts “The History of Black Baseball,” presented by baseball enthusiast David Shuffler, at the Little Egg Harbor branch on Thursday, March 5 at 2 p.m. and the Barnegat branch…
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Sports••February 25, 2026
Monroe Responds in Big Way to Oust Southern Regional Boys in Sectional Final
The NJSIAA South Jersey Group 4 championship was proof positive that if you’re going to poke the bear, it’s best to have a club nearby to knock it out.
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News••February 25, 2026
‘Barnegat Inspires’ Award Winners Announced
On Feb. 3, numerous educators in the Barnegat Township School District received a pleasant surprise as they were announced as “Barnegat Inspires” award winners. The award pays tribute to exceptional…
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Business••February 25, 2026
Terraces at Seacrest Announces Enhancements
The Terraces at Seacrest Village assisted living community in Little Egg Harbor Township has introduced Journeys Memory Care, a person-centered, comprehensive memory care neighborhood model. Designed…
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Arts & Entertainment••February 25, 2026
Female Irish Group That Has Played Olympics and White House Will Now Play Grunin Center
The Grunin Center for the Arts at Ocean County College will present the Grammy-nominated group Cherish the Ladies at 7 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 27.
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News••February 25, 2026
Former Barnegat Committeeman Takes on Familiar Role
When then-deputy mayor Albert Bille bid adieu in December after serving 15 years on the Barnegat Township Committee, some of his colleagues joked that even though he would not longer have his…
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Opinion•February 25, 2026
Time for Revival
Do we take the time to think about how truly blessed we are? Do we take these blessings for granted? It was shocking to hear that some 43 million Americans need help while others enjoyed a decent…
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Opinion••February 25, 2026
GUEST OPINION | February Packs Big Punches … But Don‘t Cry(onic) for Me
Ah, February 2026, this has been a particularly magical time of year when Long Beach Islanders huddled together like penguins on an ice floe out in Little Egg Harbor. It’s not affection. No, our…
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Opinion••February 25, 2026
GUEST OPINION | Winter Musings on Our ‘One Wild and Precious Life’
A journey of a thousand miles begins with the first step. What steps will you choose this day? With us deeply dug into winter season, our steps can come to a crawl as we retreat into the great…
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Columns••February 25, 2026
Washington’s Army Lays Siege to Boston
Boston in the 1700s was basically an island connected to the mainland by a narrow strip of land known as “the Neck.” Following the skirmishes at Lexington and Concord, the British army under Gen.…
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News••February 25, 2026
Ocean County College Awarded Additional $1.3M to Support Students With Disabilities
The U.S. Department of Education has awarded Ocean County College a second federal TRIO Student Support Services grant, totaling $1.3 million, specifically dedicated to enhancing support for students…
