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Opinion•September 13, 2023
Backhanded Attack
I noticed articles in your earlier summer publications about how the Harvey Cedars Board of Commissioners selects who will serve as mayor, and potential changes to that process. At the time, I…
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News••September 13, 2023
Redevelopment Ordinances Put on Hold in Beach Haven
Ordinances approving redevelopment plans for two sites were put on hold by the Beach Haven Borough Council Monday night as officials want to continue talks with the property owners.
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Arts & Entertainment••September 13, 2023
Southern Regional Marching Band Off to Strong Start, Even If ‘Unsteady’
We operate in life amid many contrasts. Light and darkness. Rest and unrest. Goodness and evil.
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News••September 13, 2023
Two Men Charged With Attempted Murder, Robbery After LEH Shooting
On Saturday, Sept. 9, Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer and Little Egg Harbor Township Chief of Police James Hawkins announced that on that same day Christopher Miller, 36, of Paterson was…
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Arts & Entertainment••September 13, 2023
Boat Flare Disposal Event Sept. 23 in Waretown
Following the successful launch of its marine flare disposal program last May, Ocean County will again help residents properly dispose of old or used boat flares, such as red handheld, red meteor…
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Arts & Entertainment••September 13, 2023
Education Scholar Discusses School Choice, More at Grunin Center Sept. 28
As part of the Ocean County College Foundation’s Blauvelt Speaker Series, author and education scholar Robert Pondiscio will visit the Jay and Linda Grunin Center for the Arts at 11 a.m. on Thursday…
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Arts & Entertainment••September 13, 2023
Debut Novelist Speaks at Beach Haven Library Sept. 20
The Beach Haven Public Library will welcome New Jersey author Maureen Edwards for a conversation and book discussion on Wednesday, Sept. 20 at 2 p.m., highlighting her debut novel It Is What It Is…
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Arts & Entertainment••September 13, 2023
‘Sinatra: the Musical’ at LBIF on Sept. 17
Entertainer Tony Sands brings his tribute to “Ol’ Blue Eyes” with “Sinatra: The Musical” on Sunday, Sept. 17 at 7:30 p.m. at the Long Beach Island Foundation of the Arts and Sciences in Loveladies.…
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Arts & Entertainment••September 13, 2023
Author Appearance Honors Memory of James J. Mancini
The Ocean County Library presents award-winning novelist Sandra Brown in a James J. Mancini Author Event at the Toms River branch, 101 Washington St., on Saturday, Sept. 23 at 6 p.m.
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News••September 13, 2023
It’s ‘Show’ Time for Beach Haven Candidates
The Beach Haven Taxpayers Association is sponsoring a borough council candidates forum on Friday, Sept. 29 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Show Place Ice Cream Parlour. Saturday, Sept. 29 from 6 to 8 p.m. at…
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Arts & Entertainment••September 13, 2023
LBI Friends Book Sale Runs Sept. 22-23
Stock up on great reading, viewing and listening just in time for autumn at the Friends of the Island Library book sale on Friday and Saturday, Sept. 22 and 23, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Long…
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Arts & Entertainment••September 13, 2023
Get Metaphysical in Tuckerton: Sea Witch at Water Street
The metaphysically inclined and spiritually in-tune are invited to pay a visit to the Sea Witch on Water Street (situated behind the Tuckerton Emporium) for tarot and oracle readings and other events…
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News••September 13, 2023
LBI Health Department Is Next Harvey Cedars Community Forum Guest
Harvey Cedars Public Safety Community Forums resume on Thursday, Sept. 21 at 5 p.m. at borough hall with a presentation by the Long Beach Island Health Department.
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Opinion••September 13, 2023
These Are Most Definitely Not Unprecedented Political Times
The constant use of the word “unprecedented” by TV’s talking heads these days is nothing short of ridiculous.
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Arts & Entertainment••September 13, 2023
No ‘SNL’ Due to Writers’ Strike, So Try Live Comedy Here Saturday Night
The popular Comedy Night series is returning to Surflight Theatre at 8:30 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 16 in Beach Haven.
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Sports••September 13, 2023
With D’Amelio, Skiendzielewski at Top, Southern Boys Remain Contender
Last season, Santino D’Amelio often was either the second man sandwiched between a pair of seniors or the third guy right behind them, all depending on what the Southern Regional boys cross-country…
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Arts & Entertainment••September 13, 2023
Events Highlight Community Fun All Weekend in Ship Bottom
The new school year may have unofficially marked the end of summer on Long Beach Island, but autumn doesn’t arrive until later this month and before it does, Ship Bottom is hosting a weekend of…
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Sports••September 13, 2023
After 2-0 Start, Southern Regional Football Squad Shut Out By Marlboro
After two lopsided victories, Southern Regional football sustained its first loss of the season on Sept. 8.
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News••September 12, 2023
Flashing Traffic Signals Return on LBI’s North End
For those who have not ventured north of Ship Bottom recently, this is your reminder that crews from the Ocean County Road Department returned traffic signals on the north end of the Island from…
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Arts & Entertainment••September 11, 2023
Beach Block Prints to Release ‘Sisters of the Sea’ Calendar
You may have seen a new artist table at pop-ups around the Island this summer called Beach Block Prints. Beach Block is the creative project of LBI Grade School math teacher and Island surfer Lauren…
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Arts & Entertainment••September 10, 2023
Danksters, Met Opera Collide at Loveladies ‘Collabaganza’
When The SandPaper receives an invite to a Labor Day party highlighted by reggae-jam sensation The Danksters and featuring a few numbers from various members of the Metropolitan Opera, that’s reason…
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Arts & Entertainment••September 9, 2023
Cold Plunge Challenges Mind, Body, Spirit
If curiosity killed the cat, there’s someone above that likes me because, thank God, I am still here, and my curiosity is boundless. It’s how I found myself recently, and somewhat randomly, agreeing…
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Business••September 9, 2023
Pine Barrens Tree Company Owner Has All the Right Credentials
Rory MacInnis, the owner of Pine Barrens Tree LLC, grew up in Southern Ocean County and loved the outdoors, especially the Pine Barrens and rock climbing. But he must have been the type of little kid…
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Arts & Entertainment••September 9, 2023
Autumn Ideas for the Shore Garden
Ann Calder, horticultural chair of the Garden Club of Long Beach Island, is a Rutgers Master Gardener who offers the following fall gardening tips. Homeowners can enjoy the best of the season…
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News••September 8, 2023
Fun in the Fall: Composting Makes Sense Even as Weather Turns Colder
Fall is a great time of year for all sorts of fun activities – pumpkin and apple picking, haunted hayrides, football games, festivals. As the weather turns cooler, with it comes lots of exciting…
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Business••September 8, 2023
Out With the Old, In With the New: Welcome Autumn Home
As summer winds down and cools off, it’s a good time to get some early-autumn cleaning out of the way and prepare for a cozy off-season indoors.
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Business••September 8, 2023
Distinctly Davies Has Become a Go-To for Full Cleaning Service
When Ricky Davies and his father used to talk about starting a business, they liked the name “Distinctly Davies.” They weren’t sure what product they might produce or what service they might provide…
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Business••September 8, 2023
Explore Your Style at Oskar Huber Furniture and Design
At Oskar Huber Furniture and Design in Ship Bottom, complementary design services from the store’s skilled interior design team can help create a beautiful and comfortable home that fits the client’s…
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Business••September 8, 2023
Low Tide Home Inspections Offers Customer Convenience and ‘Peace of Mind’
Home inspections are not typically required when buying property in the state of New Jersey, but they are certainly highly recommended.
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Business••September 8, 2023
‘Joe’s Guy With a Truck’ Brings Award-Winning Pros
Impressed customers of Joe’s Guy With a Truck LLC spread the word quickly after Joseph Merola began his moving business in Manahawkin in 2014. Ever since, the careful, professional, efficient and…
