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•February 20, 2022
Ticks Are Bloodsuckers for All Seasons; Wildlife Smugglers Come in Large and Small
One warm day and the ticks do play, as evidenced by crawlers on my pant legs during last week’s 60-degree weather. Per those who study such things, anything over 35 degrees spurs those eight-legged…
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•February 19, 2022
Controlled Burns Set to Begin in Proactive Forest Fire Mitigation Program
The New Jersey Forest Fire Service is set to begin its annual prescribed burning program to reduce vegetation and debris, which could contribute to the start and spread of a wildfire, according to…
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•February 18, 2022
More Than 100 Take the Plunge!
With the ocean water temperature hovering around 40 degrees, some 120 hardy souls, plus one dog, took the 18th annual Super Plunge, held in Brant Beach on Saturday, Feb. 12.
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•February 17, 2022
Outdoor Dining, Music Extensions Part of LBI Summer Prep
In just over 100 days, throngs of summer visitors will cross the Causeway into Ship Bottom, kicking off the hustle and bustle of another busy season of sun, sand, sea and fun on the barrier island.…
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•February 17, 2022
LBI Restaurant Manager Sails, Surfs Across the Atlantic Ocean
When a leg of Stephen DiPietro’s winter travels got canceled, something told him to wait it out. He had been surfing in Portugal since Dec. 1. He and his pals were planning to fly into Morocco, but…
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•February 17, 2022
Harris Perfect in His Role But Super Bowl Victory Eludes Cincinnati
All his snaps were on target, but Clark Harris didn’t end up a Super Bowl champion on Feb. 13.
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•February 17, 2022
Prax Serrano’s Canvases Colorful, Culture-Full
Artist Praxedes “Prax” Serrano came to the United States from his native Oaxaca, Mexico, at age 14. He arrived with a cousin and made his way to New York City to stay with other family members.
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•February 17, 2022
The Jersey Tenors Perform at Surflight Theatre This Weekend
Put your hands together and let’s hear it for The Jersey Tenors when they perform two shows at Surflight Theatre, at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 19 and at 2 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 20.
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•February 15, 2022
Coyote Comings and Goings Increase; Gulf Stream Isn’t Quite Itself
How can I not write about Island coyotes this week, after receiving a veritable pack of reports regarding sightings, both tracks and visuals, from north, south and decidedly in-between? A surge in…
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•February 14, 2022
Snowy Winter Fun on Old Long Beach Island
My childhood home was a drafty, isolated cottage facing Barnegat Bay on the west, always cold in winter. The northwest wind whipped the water over the bulkhead, and salt spray speckled the windows.
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•February 13, 2022
Even If It’s the Super Bowl, Clark Harris’ Job is Still Eight Yards at a Time
Clark Harris isn’t the nervous type. In fact, to hear him say it, he rarely has moments of doubt or worry while on the football field.
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•February 11, 2022
LBI Region Visitor Survey Shows Pandemic Spending Healthy
With the latest survey results in from a Stockton University study of vacationers to the Long Beach Island and Southern Ocean County region in 2021, some results aren’t a surprise and some are. But…
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•February 10, 2022
Claw of Rare Blue Lobster Found on Loveladies Beach
During the winter, Tom Nolan of Manahawkin walks the beach looking for driftwood. The longtime local roofer had surgery several months ago, and while he feels better every day, he hasn’t been cleared…
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•February 10, 2022
Gov. Murphy Announces Forthcoming End to Mask Mandate in Schools
Breathing will become a little easier within Southern Ocean County school buildings in about a month. On Monday, Feb. 7, Gov. Phil Murphy announced the forthcoming end to the mask mandate.
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•February 10, 2022
Let the Music Play: New Joe Pop’s Owners Say Nightlife to Remain
Public speculation around what the future holds for Joe Pop’s Shore Bar and Restaurant in Ship Bottom – now that the liquor license transfer to new ownership is complete – is as wild as Wednesday…
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•February 10, 2022
Southern Sophomore Snags Title at Shore Conference Girls Wrestling Tourney
Last season, Ella Yanuzzelli broke onto the wrestling scene by reaching the girls state championship tournament as a freshman. Later this month, the Southern Regional sophomore may be vying for a…
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•February 10, 2022
Harvey Cedars Signs Give Advice on Seals
Sightings of beached seals on Long Beach Island are not unusual this time of year. And in Harvey Cedars, signs have been set up at various beach entrances advising people what to do in case they spot…
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•February 10, 2022
Onward and Upward in 2022: Avanti’s ‘Revenge Tour’
These months, things are rather quiet on the humble sand bar that is Long Beach Island. Most musicians take advantage of this down time to get creative and write original music. For artist and…
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•February 10, 2022
Late Look at a Postcard Winter Storm; Current No. 1 Surfer Is 50 Years Old
The January Blizzard of ’22, Winter Storm Kenan, the Rogan Nor’easter – whatever you want to call it – we haven’t had a storm like that in some time. And yes, I know it’s now well in the rearview. In…
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•February 10, 2022
No Plans to Pave Roads Until Warm Weather Arrives
The extended weather forecast for Long Beach Island this month calls for mostly seasonal temperatures with a chance of some precipitation. What that means in terms of the final phase of the Causeway…
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•February 8, 2022
18th Annual ‘Super Plunge’ Set for Saturday, Feb. 12
St. Francis Community Center’s much-anticipated Super Plunge challenges local residents to channel their inner polar bears and jump into the frosty ocean. While last year’s event was moved to May…
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•February 7, 2022
Beach Haven Welcomes New Library Director
Courtney Bayne recently took over as director of the Beach Haven Public Library, replacing Jean Frazier, who retired at the end of December after being on the job since 2010.
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•February 6, 2022
Outdoor Dining Parameters Set in Beach Haven
An ordinance introduced by the Beach Haven Borough Council at an agenda meeting last week sets forth rules, regulations and standards for establishments wishing to provide outdoor dining.
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•February 5, 2022
Barnegat Girls Bowling Squad Captures School’s Third Sectional Championship
Last week, Barnegat High School girls bowling coach Jon Gordon sent a photo to the young women on his squad.
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•February 5, 2022
Local Officers Attend NYC Funeral for Wilbert Mora
Police officers from all over the country gathered in New York City Wednesday, Feb. 2, for the funeral of Detective Wilbert Mora. These included a contingent from four Long Beach Island police…
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•February 4, 2022
Ship Bottom Lifeguard Dons Summer Suit on Beach During Blizzard
The photograph of Jordan Aughenbaugh barefoot and shirtless in his bathing suit on Ship Bottom’s 22nd Street beach the afternoon of Jan. 29 during the blizzard was not the product of a dare. Earlier…
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•February 3, 2022
200-Year-Old J.D. Thompson Inn in Tuckerton Is for Sale
The J.D. Thompson Inn at 147-151 East Main St. in Tuckerton is for sale.
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•February 3, 2022
January Roars Out Like a Lion With Blizzard
Snow lovers who felt gypped after the scant accumulations over the past two winters are sure loving it now.
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•February 3, 2022
Former Southern Regional Standout Clark Harris, Cincinnati Bengals Headed to Super Bowl
Clark Harris is one of the “old guys” on the Cincinnati Bengals’ roster, and the 37-year-old from Stafford Township is finally getting the opportunity to possibly hold the Vince Lombardi Trophy.
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•February 3, 2022
Islanders Must Be Rough and Really Ready; Melting Butter for Lobsters a la Scaffolding
That blizzard blew – which is a good thing. Like the previous storm, it never caught up to the hype. The snow totals, reaching Island high points of 15-plus inches, mainly in and around my house and…
