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Columns••November 6, 2025
They Are Out There: Hundreds of USOs Just Off Our Beaches
The ocean at press time (Tuesday) is rather remarkable in an unremarkable way. It’s as flat as the proverbial IHOP pancake. It passes as Lake Atlantic.
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Columns••November 6, 2025
Digging Into WWII Fog Disaster
The May 26 issue of The SandPaper ran a Speakeasy column by Garrett Filemyr that described a tragic aviation disaster that took place near Seven Bridges Road in Tuckerton in March 1945. A quick look…
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News••November 6, 2025
Nonprofit Helps Coast Guard Members Navigate Difficult Times
When Matthew Whitlow arrived at Coast Guard Station Barnegat Light in 2023, he gave himself a year to get settled before looking for opportunities to become more involved. Now, he volunteers his time…
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Arts & Entertainment••November 6, 2025
Stockton Producing Two Plays in the Same Week
The Stockton University Performing Arts Center will be an extra busy place Nov. 13-16.
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Opinion•November 5, 2025
Private Island LBI
The “Mayors for Ciattarelli” letter last week, wherein the mayors claim their unity for electing Ciattarelli as New Jersey governor (the guy Trump endorses), is, well, odd. Which of their…
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Opinion•November 5, 2025
Speak Up for Dunes
We were dismayed to discover that on Nov. 10, the Beach Haven Borough Council is poised to adopt an ordinance allowing beachfront property owners to continue erecting private walkways over our…
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Opinion•November 5, 2025
Full Disclosure
Regarding last week’s letter about mayors on LBI endorsing Ciattarelli (“Mayors for Ciattarelli”), I am writing to express the misleading nature of the letter, notwithstanding the fact that the…
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Opinion•November 5, 2025
Plenty to Protest
I write in response to the opinions expressed by L.J. Wallace Jr. (“Three More Years!” 10/29) that completely fail to comprehend the statements and opinions of Wendy McClure (“What the ‘Freaks’ Were…
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Opinion•November 5, 2025
Enough!
Just recently some Republican leaders seem to think the “No Kings” protests are un-American. If they were to read the 1st Amendment in the Constitution, are they being un-American? Do we not have a…
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Business••November 5, 2025
Calling All Jewelry Lovers, Seniors, Chili Chefs, Dirty Cars and Sign Language Enthusiasts
Ladies who love jewelry will not want to miss Blase DeNatale Jewelers’ exclusive “ladies night out” promotional event at the store on Lacey Road in Forked River, this Thursday from 5 to 8 p.m.…
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Arts & Entertainment••November 5, 2025
Woman’s Club Meeting Moved Up
Members of the Stafford Township Woman’s Club participate in volunteer work, community service and social events. They usually meet at 12:30 p.m. on the fourth Wednesday of each month at Bay Avenue…
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Arts & Entertainment••November 5, 2025
Medicare 101 at Beach Haven Library
“Medicare Made Simple” is the title of a program at the Beach Haven Public Library on Friday, Nov. 14 at 1 p.m.
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News••November 5, 2025
Superintendent McCooley and Assistant Super Frasca Are Suing PLRSD Board Member Stephanie Johnson
The long and contentious situation between Pinelands Regional Board of Education member Stephanie Johnson and Superintendent of Schools Melissa McCooley, Assistant Superintendent Gina Frasca and…
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Arts & Entertainment••November 5, 2025
Dancing With the Devil in Waretown
Albert Music Hall is dedicated to “preserving the music, folklore and history of the Jersey Pines,” as director Danielle Marrone put it during a special Saturday night show on Nov. 1. That includes…
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Opinion••November 5, 2025
Would You Buy a Pocketknife Without a Blade?
These days I see many headlines that make me think I should have been born in Alaska 100 years ago. The headline not too long ago was in the Wall Street Journal and it read “What Do You Call a Knife…
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Arts & Entertainment••November 5, 2025
Dems for Vets at Arlington
The Democratic Action Network-LBI invites like-minded citizens in the Long Beach Island region to a Veterans Day get-together on Tuesday, Nov. 11 at The Arlington in Ship Bottom, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
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Arts & Entertainment••November 5, 2025
Art Notes, Nov. 5
On Her Toes: At the Long Beach Island branch of the Ocean County Library in Surf City, branch manager Laurence Krupinski will share two of her personal passions in free exhibitions. Her graphite and…
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News••November 5, 2025
Harvey Cedars Officers Continue to ‘Let it Grow’
This year marks the 10th year in a row that the Harvey Cedars Police Department is participating in the “Let It Grow” campaign, formerly called “No Shave November,” to raise money and awareness for…
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Opinion•November 5, 2025
Unacceptable Response
Thank you for your article (“LBI Region Reports Mail Delivery Issues, Cause Undetermined,” 10/29). I am the resident mentioned who mailed five letters that were not delivered. I filed a complaint…
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Opinion••November 5, 2025
Good Luck Trying to Eliminate Those Teeny Red-Eyed Menaces
“Please tell me they’re gone,” I said to my husband, “because I can’t take much more of this.” You might think that this old hen is griping about shoobies again, because in the past, I have called…
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News••November 5, 2025
New Online Tool Helps Identify Climate Mitigation Project Funding Opportunities
Building on a commitment to expand clean energy opportunities across New Jersey, the state Department of Environmental Protection has unveiled new online tool to help residents, county and municipal…
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Arts & Entertainment••November 5, 2025
Students From Grunin Performing Arts Academy Performing a Most Unusual Play
The students from the Ocean County Vocational Technical School’s Grunin Performing Arts Academy will perform the show “A Monster Calls” at 7 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 14 and at 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. on…
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Arts & Entertainment••November 5, 2025
Check Gifts Off Your List at Tuckerton Holiday Markets
’Tis the season to get early Christmas shopping done! Find unique, handmade gifts and support local artisans at the multiple craft and vendor fairs coming up this month in the Tuckerton area.
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Opinion••November 5, 2025
Disturbing Algorithms
I realized the other day that I knew very little about the wonderful Democratic candidate for governor, Mikie Sherrill. I refer to her as wonderful because she has been a good American citizen: a…
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Arts & Entertainment••November 5, 2025
Happy Feet Drive in the Home Stretch
On June 30, LBI Kiwanis launched its yearly Happy Feet project initiative to collect new socks for those in need.
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Arts & Entertainment••November 5, 2025
Focus Is on Clams at Tuckerton Library Association Luncheon
The Tuckerton Library Association’s Annual Luncheon will be held at noon on Saturday, Nov. 15 at the Red Men Lodge in Tuckerton.
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Arts & Entertainment••November 5, 2025
Tuckerton’s Role in American History Explored
Join the Tuckerton Historical Society on Saturday, Nov. 8 for a glimpse into South Jersey’s past and its role in the early days of America.
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News••November 5, 2025
Millions in State Funds Could Cool Electric Bill Surge
Ninth District Sen. Carmen Amato is expected to introduce legislation that, if passed, would earmark $131 million from the defunct Ørsted offshore wind farm projects to relieve New Jersey ratepayers…
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News••November 5, 2025
First Responders, Public Works Hailed for Nor’easter Response
As another fall storm was bearing down on the Island last week, Ship Bottom’s emergency management coordinator praised the dedication of borough employees and volunteer first responders for their…
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Sports••November 5, 2025
Pinelands Battles But Vianney’s Height, Experience Make Difference
St. John Vianney had a distinct height advantage across the front line. Seven of the Lancers’ 11 girls who stepped onto the court at one time or another during the Shore Conference Tournament…
