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Opinion•December 1, 2023
Reconsider Ban
I just read an article in The SandPaper that says Little Egg Harbor is considering a ban on feeding any and all animals on public and private property, and instantly a sick feeling came over me. I…
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News••December 1, 2023
A Beach Christmas Tree Grows in Holgate
When Travis Benintendo, who splits time between Holgate and Charlston, S.C., first floated the idea of a beach Christmas tree in Holgate to a community Facebook group in 2019, the group was less than…
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News••November 30, 2023
Judge Denies Oldham’s Recount Petition
On Wednesday, Nov. 29, Ocean County Superior Court Judge Valter H. Must denied Harvey Cedars Mayor Jonathan Oldham’s request for a recount in the Nov. 7 election, in which he came in fourth for three…
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Arts & Entertainment••November 30, 2023
Veteran and Community Job Fair at Ocean County College Nov. 8
Stop by Ocean County College on Wednesday, Nov. 8 for a job fair presented by OCC’s Veteran and Military Resource Center and Bridging The Gap for Veterans Inc., a nonprofit led by military veterans.…
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News••November 30, 2023
Herbert Shapiro – ‘Clam Digger, Tycoon and More’ – Passes Away at Age 100
Herbert Shapiro, born New Year’s Eve 1922, passed away peacefully on Nov. 19, at age 100, with his son, Mark, and grandson Matthew at his side. Shapiro was known for his prolific development and…
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Arts & Entertainment••November 30, 2023
Love Wears Many Faces for West Creek Makeup Artist
Makeup is far more than skin deep for Amanda Wetmore of West Creek, who funnels her passion for the art form into outrageous looks that enhance the best features of her face and personality.
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News••November 30, 2023
St. Mary Academy Students Lend Hands to Help Reach World ‘Stack Up!’ Goal
C.J. Donlon isn’t the average fifth-grader. He can stack a batch of 12 cups and break them down in a similar succession really fast, to the tune of 7.09 seconds.
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News••November 30, 2023
Negotiations Yield Progress in Utility Contract Dispute
A tentative agreement by Atlantic City Electric to reinstate Veterans Day as a paid holiday could be the beginning of resolving a 24-day work stoppage by roughly 400 of the utility company’s union…
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Columns••November 30, 2023
How to Stay Warm With Winter Activities; Waves to Be More Than Thankful for Last Week
These next few weeks are what we refer to as “happy winter” – cold but not frozen, with the charm of the season. Beyond that is real winter – more bitter, less charming and much, much longer.
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Arts & Entertainment••November 30, 2023
Art Notes, Nov. 29
Pictures Paint Words: Painter, paramedic and EMS Squad 38 volunteer Kate Bergen of Manahawkin has published a book of 50 portraits titled Modern Day Rosies: The Women Behind the Masks. The project…
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Arts & Entertainment••November 30, 2023
Canadian Sensation Bywater Call Bringing Blues to Lizzie Rose Dec. 7
Baby, it’s cold outside. Head to the Lizzie Rose Music Room to warm up with a romping, stomping good time led by Bywater Call on Dec. 7.
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Opinion••November 30, 2023
How the Grinch Tried to Steal Holiday Snack Bar
’Twas a few weeks before the Holiday Parade and all through the town, The Borough BA was certifying letters to “take all the stuff down!”
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Opinion•November 30, 2023
No Irregularities
I feel I must say this publicly as there has been misinformation out there about the election in Harvey Cedars.
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Arts & Entertainment••November 29, 2023
Parents Day Out, Holiday Craft Fair Coming Up at Southern Regional High School
The holiday season is a busy one around here. It is at Southern Regional High School as well, and coming up are several events providing opportunities to check off your Christmas to-do list.
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Arts & Entertainment••November 29, 2023
Enjoy Holiday Cheer in Various Ways at Christmas at the Mart
Oh, yes, the holiday cheer is in full force, and The Manahawkin Mart Shoppes are getting in on the festive action with a new event for this year, Christmas at the Mart.
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Arts & Entertainment••November 29, 2023
Meet Santa at Veterinary Hospital and Support Cancer Foundation
Southern Ocean Animal Hospital invites everyone to visit on Sunday, Dec. 3 and meet Santa and his friends while helping raise money for David’s Dream and Believe Cancer Foundation.
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Arts & Entertainment••November 29, 2023
Jetty Lot to Become Holiday Village
Surf lifestyle brand Jetty hosts the Holiday Market Village at the Jetty Flagship Store on East Bay Ave. in Manahawkin this Sunday, Dec. 3 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. The rain date is Dec. 10.
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News••November 29, 2023
Andy Kim, Tammy Murphy Fighting It Out for U.S. Senate Nomination
A U.S. Senate seat in New Jersey will be up for grabs in 2024.
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Arts & Entertainment••November 29, 2023
Original Music Showcase at ManaFirkin
At ManaFirkin Brewing Co. this Saturday, Dec. 2, from 3 to 6 p.m., the LBI Singer-Songwriter Original Music Showcase celebrates the original songwriting work of many of the LBI region’s best-loved…
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News••November 29, 2023
Feds Approve Another Wind Farm Off New Jersey
Citing the financial strain on the offshore wind industry, Clean Ocean Action again expressed disappointment with the federal government for its approval of two wind projects proposed off New Jersey…
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Opinion•November 29, 2023
Swell Factor
It seems the powers that be controlling the determination of windmills off the coast of LBI are not paying attention to the logic of the hurricane hunter experience – that no windmill can withstand a…
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Sports••November 29, 2023
Through the Shenanigans, Regulski and Hamlin Steered Southern Regional to Higher Ground
Jordyn Hamlin and Molly Regulski have spent a lot of time together since their volleyball days at Southern Regional Middle School. Heck, they’re best friends now.
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Opinion•November 29, 2023
Language of Universe
In response to “Is Math Education Needed in the Age of Smartphones?” (11/15), educators and administrators should “freak out” over the low scores in math and reading. I do agree that the COVID-19…
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Arts & Entertainment••November 29, 2023
Wreck Diver Speaking at NJMM Program
The New Jersey Maritime Museum in Beach Haven holds its monthly program on Friday, Dec. 8 at 7 p.m. at Buckalew’s Restaurant and Tavern.
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Arts & Entertainment••November 29, 2023
Hop Aboard Stafford’s Holiday Bus Trip
Stafford Township Recreation has brought back one of its most beloved trips and a tradition for generations of families and friends: a day of shopping and sightseeing in New York City at the height…
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Business••November 29, 2023
New Audiology Practice Makes House Calls
Susan Chin, an audiologist for 30 years, has announced the opening of her new practice, Hear at Home, in Barnegat Township.
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Arts & Entertainment••November 29, 2023
Put Some Soul Into Your Christmas at STAC on Dec. 9
In the mid-1960s, two kinds of popular music were constantly fighting it out for spots on the Billboard Hot 100 charts.
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Arts & Entertainment••November 29, 2023
’Tis the Season for Ye Olde Christmas in Tuckerton
On Sunday, Dec. 3, Ye Olde Christmas will be spread out all over Tuckerton, and families are encouraged to visit each stop to fill up on season’s greetings.
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News••November 29, 2023
Beach Haven Passes Redevelopment Agreement
At a special meeting last week, the Beach Haven Borough Council adopted a resolution approving a redevelopment agreement for Queen City East and Queen City West.
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Business••November 29, 2023
Drill Sergeant Makes Holiday Giving Easy
Even Santa Claus needs a little help from his friends, and this holiday season, the jolly old elf and the Long Beach Island region are getting just that from one local business.
