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Within Recent Report, Southern Regional High School’s Ranking Simply Not What It Seems
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Little Egg Unveils Plans for Skate Park

Children’s Book ‘Ramo to the Rescue’ Features LBT Lifeguard

By Juliet Kaszas-Hoch | June 21, 2022

‘Roadkill,’ Pinelands Brewing Triumph at Sea Pirate’s Chili Cook-Off

By Reilly Harrington | June 20, 2022

Biggy Crashes Knights’ Party, Challenges to Mini Golf Duel

By David Biggy | June 19, 2022

We Brake for Terrapins; Poachers in Our Midst

By JAY MANN | June 18, 2022

LBI Named Best Go-To in the State

By Maria Scandale | June 17, 2022

Beach Haven Angler Serves Up Manhattan Cup for Veterans and Conservation

By JACK REYNOLDS | June 16, 2022

Little Egg Unveils Plans for Skate Park

By Monique M. Demopoulos | June 16, 2022

HopSauce Returns to Beach Haven

By Anna Esposito | June 16, 2022

Within Recent Report, Southern Regional High School’s Ranking Simply Not What It Seems

By DAVID BIGGY | June 16, 2022

‘Flying Solo’ Photographer Lends New Eye to Landscapes, Landmarks

By Samantha Palombo | June 16, 2022

The N.J. Forest Fire Service and local fire departments continue to fight a wildfire in Wharton State Forest that, by mid-afternoon Monday, June 20, had reached 11,000 acres in size, fueled by dry and breezy conditions. “Forest Fire Service crews have continued conducting backfiring operations throughout the day to aid...

LBI Named Best Go-To in the State

By Maria Scandale | June 17, 2022

TravelPulse has been checking the beat of destinations for 20 years, and in 2022, the source has named Long Beach Island as New Jersey’s best summer travel destination. The Southern Ocean County Chamber of Commerce proudly shared the announcement that places LBI as one of the best summer destinations in...

Beach Haven Angler Serves Up Manhattan Cup for Veterans and Conservation

By JACK REYNOLDS | June 16, 2022

The morning of June 3, fishing boats began pulling into the Liberty Landing Marina in Jersey City, readying for the day ahead. As the sun rose behind the massive buildings along the New York City skyline, a layer of fog shrouded most of the view. However, one building standing tall above...

Little Egg Unveils Plans for Skate Park

By Monique M. Demopoulos | June 16, 2022

Plans for a skate park as well as $1.5 million in road work are in the works in Little Egg Harbor. At the township committee meeting June 9, Deputy Mayor Blaise Scibetta was excited to share details about the skate park, to be installed at the community center. The new...

Surf City to Mark Independence Week With Fireworks Once Again

By Gina G. Scala | June 16, 2022

A town-sponsored fireworks display for Independence Day makes its return in Surf City after years of absence. The borough council unanimously adopted a resolution at its June 8 meeting authorizing the discharge of fireworks at a borough-sponsored fireworks display on July 8, bringing to a close Fourth of July celebrations...

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The unofficial start of summer has arrived on LBI, it’s time to get out and experience our local watering holes to listen to your favorite tunes while supporting the local musicians. With the crowds and the commerce, the Island comes alive after dusk – it blushes on its avenues,...

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Children’s Book ‘Ramo to the Rescue’ Features LBT Lifeguard

By Juliet Kaszas-Hoch | June 21, 2022

A chance meeting at Tuckers Tavern in Beach Haven and a next-day ocean rescue inspired the colorful new children’s book Ramo to the Rescue, which takes youngsters on an adventure that underscores the heroism of lifeguards. “The book, although fictional, is based on two encounters...

‘Roadkill,’ Pinelands Brewing Triumph at Sea Pirate’s Chili Cook-Off

By Reilly Harrington | June 20, 2022

The 21st Annual Chili Cook-Off and Craft Beer Bash at Sea Pirate Campground offered an all-around exciting and delicious camping experience this weekend. Turnout was high with campers, locals and out-of-towners eager to get to the eating. Of seven entrants, the biggest hit was “Roadkill...

Forsythe Refuge Manager to Present at LBT Field Station Tuesday

By Juliet Kaszas-Hoch | June 20, 2022

Join Edwin B. Forsythe National Wildlife Refuge Manager Virginia Rettig for a presentation this Tuesday, June 21, at the Long Beach Township Field Station in Holgate. Rettig’s presentation – “Wildlife and Public Use at the Forsythe Refuge” – is scheduled to run from 6 to...

Local Special Olympian Takes Home Silver Medal

By Eric Englund | June 17, 2022

Barnegat Township resident Jacob Coupe last week won a silver medal for golf at the Special Olympic Games USA in Orlando, Fla. Coupe was one of approximately 5,500 athletes competing from the U.S. in addition to the Caribbean and Puerto Rico. For the nine-hole golf...

Southern Regional Offers Athletic Camps for Boys, Girls of All Ages

By David Biggy | June 15, 2022

Each summer, Southern Regional High School athletic coaches provide opportunities for youngsters to hone their skills in a variety of sports – from baseball, football and lacrosse to softball, field hockey and soccer, and many more. Fortunately, this year’s camps will be without restrictions for...

Southern Regional Falls to Old Bridge in State Final for Second Consecutive Year

NJSIAA Boys Volleyball State Championship

By David Biggy | June 15, 2022

Entering the NJSIAA Boys Volleyball State Championship match on June 9, many probably had figured Southern Regional was the favorite to win a seventh state crown. On paper, it certainly looked that way. The Rams were undefeated, on a 33-match winning streak during which they...

Baby Intensive Care Survivors Reunited With Staff at AtlantiCare

Event Highlights Unit's 50th Anniversary

By Maria Scandale | June 15, 2022

AtlantiCare Neonatal Intensive Care Unit “graduates” (tiny survivors) and their families reunited during an emotional get-together June 4 with the doctors, nurses and staff who...

Weichert’s LBI Office Holds Benefit Golf Event

Benefits American Cancer Society and Breast Cancer Research

By Maria Scandale | June 15, 2022

The Weichert, Realtors’ Long Beach Island sales office team held its third annual Golf Outing to benefit the American Cancer Society and breast cancer research,...

At New Dune Market Find Ethical Imports, Thoughtfully Curated

By Erin Flaherty | June 15, 2022

Beach Haven has a new retail shop that feels more like a museum than a shop. Just as an art curator carefully selects paintings for...

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Summer Fun

Letters

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To the Editor: We live in the best town in Ocean County, and I hope everyone is ready for the summer, with the dock activities, bay beach, concerts, car shows, farmers market, fireworks, Pirates Day, and many family recreation activities we have planned. On Thursday, June 16, we have the first farmers market starting at...

Turn Worker Shortage Angst Into Summer of Appreciation

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By JOHN M. IMPERIALE | June 15, 2022

You can tell by the “Help Wanted” signs that are everywhere. You can tell by the businesses that have shorter hours or are forced to close on certain days. You can tell by the long waits to be served. Then there are the inexperienced workers, new to the job, who may not be as efficient...

Paying to Play?

Letters

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To the Editor: I am writing with respect to the additional excessive fees imposed by the Long Beach Township Board of Commissioners on Monday, June 6. As a seasonal tax-paying resident for well over 50 years, I have always willingly paid for the beach badges. The cost of keeping the beaches clean, and safe with...

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