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News••July 31, 2024
Little Egg Harbor Reviews School Bullying Issue
The major topic of conversation at the July meeting of the Little Egg Harbor Board of Education was bullying. That’s because Director of Personnel, Planning and Evaluation Jacqueline Truzzoline gave…
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Opinion••July 31, 2024
Rules for the Unruly on LBI Courtesy of Cranky Old Biddy
Several weeks back, I was celebrating vacationers, thanking them even, for opening my eyes to the way we full-timers forget how privileged we are to live here. This was before an SUV the size of a…
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News••July 31, 2024
Local Inventor Solves a Sticky Situation
When wrapping presents or shipping a box, a common struggle and aggravation is finding the end of a roll of packing tape once it has been used.
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Arts & Entertainment••July 31, 2024
Get Hooked on Fishing in Harvey Cedars
Children ages 5 to 17 can test their angling skills at the annual “Hooked on Fishing, Not on Drugs” surf fishing tournament Saturday, Aug. 11 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. in Harvey Cedars. The event is held…
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Opinion•July 31, 2024
Future Is Nuclear
Mr. Ankosko is to be congratulated for his excellent Commentary piece offering 10 reasons to stop the offshore wind projects (7/24). I’d like to add one more major reason to stop these projects. Upon…
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Arts & Entertainment••July 31, 2024
Ironclad Boundaries to Beat Summer Burnout
August is here, and it’s a great time to check on fellow performers and service industry workers.
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News••July 31, 2024
Harvey Cedars Seeks Applicants for Patrol Officer
The Harvey Cedars Police Department is seeking applicants for the position of full-time patrol officer.
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Arts & Entertainment••July 31, 2024
St. Mary of the Pines to Honor Mystic With Special Mass
All are welcome to St. Mary of the Pines Church, at (100 Bishop Lane in Manahawkin, at 10:30 a.m. on Aug. 7 for a special Mass in honor of Maria Esperanza of Venezuela, to commemorate the 20th…
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Columns••July 31, 2024
Orcas Make Boat Crushing Everyday Fun Affair; A Lousy Story Too Gross to Believe
Those wild and crazy orcas are making headlines again, continuing their now patented boat-sinking moves, highlighted by throwing their entire killer whale body weights down on hapless vessels. It’s…
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Columns••July 31, 2024
‘Graveyard’ Claims Third Victim
For many years the ocean just east of Barnegat Light has been called the graveyard of the Atlantic. As 1890 drew to a close, at a site just east of the lighthouse, the masts of two ships that had…
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News••July 31, 2024
Beach Haven Council Election Petitions Available
Prospective candidates for the Beach Haven Borough Council election in November can pick up petitions in the borough clerk’s office, located in the municipal building on Bay Avenue.
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Opinion•July 31, 2024
Poor Planning
The most crucial problem facing Ship Bottom is stormwater run-off from excessive impervious cover. All of Ship Bottom’s planning documents stress the problems from too much impervious coverage and…
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Business••July 31, 2024
Pickleball, Fresh Bread, Soft Serve
Pickleball instructor CJ Milano offers beginner and intermediate clinics this month in Surf City (exact location to be given with reservation).
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News••July 31, 2024
Southern Ocean Medical Center Expanding Surgical Suite
Hackensack Meridian Health’s Southern Ocean Medical Center in Manahawkin continues to grow.
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Opinion•July 31, 2024
Still Here
Hello and happy summer! We are on our annual summer trip to LBI, our happy place. This poem is dedicated to my Aunt Joann Kelty.
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News••July 31, 2024
Transient Occupancy Tax Approved
At its July 25 agenda meeting, the Beach Haven Borough Council adopted an ordinance that would implement a 3% transient accommodation occupancy tax conveyed by any online marketplaces.
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Opinion•July 31, 2024
Stop Faux Outrage
Seven truckloads of debris were removed from the busted wind turbine blade, in Nantucket. Think about how easy a cleanup that was vs. Exxon Valdez, or Deepwater Horizon, or the regular leaking oil in…
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Business••July 31, 2024
Mari’s Grooming Adds Barnegat Location
On July 13, Mari’s Grooming hosted a grand opening celebration at its new location at 34 South Main St. (Route 9) in Barnegat Township. Mayor Joseph Marte was on hand to cut the ribbon.
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Arts & Entertainment••July 31, 2024
Stafford Township PBA to Host Manahopkin Craft Beer Festival on Aug. 3
Stafford Township PBA 297 will host this year’s Manahopkin Craft Beer and Music Festival on Saturday, Aug. 3 from noon to 9 p.m. at Manahawkin Lake Park. Enjoy live music, food trucks, craft vendors…
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Arts & Entertainment••July 31, 2024
Sam Jams
STYLE: Acoustic covers across a range of genres, including country, folk, rock and pop.
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Arts & Entertainment••July 31, 2024
Jimmy Brogan
STYLE: Various genres including folk, rock and pop; “something for everyone,” as he says.
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Arts & Entertainment••July 31, 2024
Barnegat’s Heritage Village Plans Open House
The Barnegat Historical Society’s Heritage Village and Museum holds its next monthly open house on Sunday, Aug. 4, weather permitting, from 1 to 4 p.m. Admission is free; however, donations are…
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Arts & Entertainment••July 31, 2024
Art Notes, July 31
Open Call: In collaboration with the New Jersey State Council on the Arts and Newark Arts, the New Jersey Devils hockey team seeks artist portfolio submissions by Aug. 2 to be considered for the…
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Opinion•July 31, 2024
Tranquility at Risk
The serene beauty of our New Jersey beaches has long been a sanctuary for residents and visitors alike. Whether for a day trip or a full vacation, the shore offers an escape from the hustle and…
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Sports••July 31, 2024
White Marlin Invitational Repeating Festive Format
The Beach Haven Marlin and Tuna Club is registering for its 55th annual White Marlin Invitational, running Thursday through Saturday, Aug. 15 to 17. The registration fee is $1,700 per boat.
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News••July 31, 2024
Little Egg Harbor Man Earns Top Sailor Award at Navy Boot Camp
When you launch a career it is nice to get off to a good start. Little Egg Harbor’s Justin Lagonegro has checked off that box.
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News••July 31, 2024
State Currently Issuing Senior Freeze Checks
Senior Freeze checks are on their way to mailboxes throughout New Jersey. The state Department of the Treasury’s Division of Taxation began issuing the property tax reimbursements mid-July, with the…
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Arts & Entertainment••July 31, 2024
‘Trivia Gone Wild’ at Popcorn Park Animal Refuge
Trivia’s gone wild at Popcorn Park Animal Refuge. Visit the sanctuary after hours for its trivia series, set for two more dates this summer: Friday, Aug. 16 and Friday, Sept. 6.
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Arts & Entertainment••July 31, 2024
St. Francis Center Hosts Funky Flea Market Aug. 11
Calling all thrifters, makers, artists, crafters, collectors, curbers, vintage-lovers and upcyclers: The first-ever Funky Flea Market at St. Francis Community Center will be held on Sunday, Aug. 11.…
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Opinion•July 31, 2024
Promising Anti-Pain Act
New Jersey’s older population is growing fast, and we need to talk about a big problem that often gets ignored: older folks getting addicted to prescription painkillers. As people age, they are more…
