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Arts & Entertainment••July 10, 2024
Band at Surflight Theatre Will Perform Songs of One Hit Wonders
Surflight Theatre will host a band called The One Hit Wonderers on Monday, July 15.
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Opinion•July 10, 2024
Fireworks Report
On July 4 from 8:30 to midnight, there were unpermitted aerial fireworks at 76th to 80th streets in Beach Haven Crest. All were illegal. At 2:20 the next morning, there were unpermitted, illegal…
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Opinion•July 10, 2024
Friendly Wager
Sitting around with two of my friends, we started to discuss the construction projects in the area. We decided to make a friendly wager on which project would be completed first.
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Arts & Entertainment••July 10, 2024
Creative Local Ladies Showcase Returns
Come one, come all, to the Edward Thornton Community Center (314 W. Calabreeze Way, Little Egg Harbor) on Saturday, July 20, from 6 to 10 p.m., to celebrate a tremendous lineup of female local talent.
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Business••July 10, 2024
Marigold Trailer Offers Coffee in Black-Eyed Susans’ Garden
Black-Eyed Susans Tavern and Restaurant in Harvey Cedars has entered a new era of al fresco dining and weekend brunching with its latest venture, Marigold – a trailer stationed outside the restaurant…
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Opinion••July 10, 2024
Wild ‘Shark Week’ in 1978 Left Its Mark in Memories
It’s “Shark Week” on the Discovery Channel.
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Arts & Entertainment••July 10, 2024
St. Mary’s ’Nights of Summer’ Back for 31st Year in Stafford Township
Family fun with fantastic rides and fabulous food are the hallmarks of the “Nights of Summer” Carnival, and the big event of the summer is set to return for its 31st year beginning Tuesday, July 16…
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Opinion•July 10, 2024
Crossing Laws Vary
Summer is here and thankfully many visitors are here to support our wonderful Long Beach Island. However, they are not aware of the street crossing law in New Jersey.
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Arts & Entertainment••July 10, 2024
Mark Calendar for Mini Golf Tourney to Benefit David’s Dream and Believe
Minus a pro this year, the name’s changing slightly, but the goal is still to honor Cecily Lovas while raising money for David’s Dream and Believe Cancer Foundation.
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Arts & Entertainment••July 10, 2024
Sublime’s Timeless Appeal on Coastal Culture
Possibly the most anticipated weekend of the year has come and gone, but not without leaving echoes of joy rippling across the bay. Every day since the first of July has been filled with live music…
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Opinion•July 10, 2024
Grandma’s Shore House
Although only 4, 3 and 1½ years old, our grandchildren anxiously await coming to our shore house in Beach Haven West every summer. The countdown of stories and what we are going to do in the summer…
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Opinion•July 10, 2024
Happy Car
What is a Moke? A Moke is a low-speed vehicle that Long Beach Township has passed an ordinance against. Why? It’s street legal, battery powered and has zero carbon emissions. Assembled in the U.S.…
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Sports••July 10, 2024
Swimmer Meets Self in Paralympic Trials in Minnesota
To many people, summer means enjoying the sun and relaxing at the beach; however, for me, summer means getting to work and training for the Paris Paralympic Games.
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Arts & Entertainment••July 10, 2024
Music at the Mart Offers ‘Supportive’ Environment for Growing Local Musicians
For those who like to wake up with a bit of live music, look no farther than Music at the Mart, a live music showcase that starts bright and early at the Manahawkin Flea Market every Saturday morning…
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Opinion•July 10, 2024
Supplemental Support
Many people don’t know the difference between the Southern Ocean County Animal Shelter and the Friends of the Southern Ocean County Animal Shelter (FOSOCAS). Let me try to explain.
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Arts & Entertainment••July 10, 2024
Reggae Reigns at Bird & Betty’s With Long Beach Dub Allstars
The vibes were high as Long Beach Dub Allstars took the stage on Sunday, July 6 at Bird & Betty’s. After a long, chaotic holiday weekend in Beach Haven, those who were still up for a good time were…
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News••July 10, 2024
Transient Occupancy Tax Delayed in Beach Haven
The Beach Haven Borough Council has held off adopting an ordinance that would implement a 3% transient accommodation occupancy tax conveyed by any online marketplaces.
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News••July 10, 2024
North Beach Taxpayers Host Wine and Cheese Gathering
In an effort to get more homeowners to join, the North Beach Taxpayers Association is sponsoring a sampling of international wines and cheeses at the Surf City Firehouse from 4 to 6 p.m. on Saturday…
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News••July 10, 2024
Garden Club of LBI Reaps Awards
The Garden Club of Long Beach Island recently received five awards for its community work in 2023 – two from the Garden Club of New Jersey, another two from the Central Atlantic Region of State…
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Arts & Entertainment••July 10, 2024
Get Out of the Sun to Attend This Program
Summer sun and fun at the Jersey Shore are great, but the sun’s ultraviolet rays can create damage for a lifetime. See if you’re adequately protected during “Sun Safety and Skincare Prevention” at…
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Columns••July 10, 2024
Desperate Struggle for Survival
On the night of Oct. 30, 1890, two vessels collided within sight of Barnegat Lighthouse. The first group of survivors was rescued the next morning from one of the ship’s rigging, as both sank in only…
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News••July 10, 2024
Stafford School Board Approves Allocation of Budget Stabilization Funds
Thanks to the Stabilized School Budget Aid Grant Program, the Stafford Township School District has been able to retain several teacher positions and add two new ones for the upcoming 2024-25 year.
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Sports••July 10, 2024
Sibling Triumphs Shine Through at 47th Surf City Junior Commodore Regatta
On top of the task of organizing and running a regatta, Surf City Yacht Club Junior Commodore Sara Buddha decided to add her name to the pool of entrants in the C420 class just 12 hours before she’d…
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News••July 10, 2024
Civic-Minded Youngsters Serve Up Lemonade
Instead of going to the beach on an ideal summer Saturday, four Harvey Cedars boys held a fundraiser on July 6, selling lemonade and homemade cookies. They set up shop at the corner of Cumberland and…
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Arts & Entertainment••July 10, 2024
Hear Custom Blend on Thursday Nights
A summer evening tradition continues in Barnegat Township with Custom Blend playing at the Frederick Watts Gazebo Park Thursdays from 6 to 8.
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Arts & Entertainment••July 10, 2024
Learn About Fraud Trends at Beach Haven Library
The Beach Haven Public Library has scheduled a monthly series of three talks with the AARP speakers bureau. All are on Wednesdays at 1 p.m.
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News••July 10, 2024
Middle States Reaffirms Ocean County College Accreditation
Ocean County College announced earlier this month that its accreditation has been reaffirmed by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, confirming that the college is now in compliance with…
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News••July 10, 2024
Kimmy’s Safe Haven Seeks Immediate Fosters, Donations
Kimmy’s Safe Haven Rescue, located in Egg Harbor Township, Atlantic County, has put out a public plea for adopters, fosters and donations, after three dozen cats and dogs were rescued from an animal…
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News••July 10, 2024
Leave Fireworks to the Pros, Ocean County Says
Unlike the usual Fourth of July staples of grilling, backyard cannonballs and lawn games with family and friends, fireworks are always best when left to the professionals.
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Arts & Entertainment••July 10, 2024
LBI Foundation Speaker Series Welcomes MoMA PS1 Cultural Affairs Director
Visit the Long Beach Island Foundation of the Arts and Sciences on Saturday, July 21 to hear from Ruba Katrib, curator and director of cultural affairs at MoMA PS1, originally known as P.S.1…
