Winifred M. Leute, 95
Leute, Winifred “Winnie” M. – 95, of Ocean City, NJ and Havertown, PA. Following a short period of declining health, Winifred “Winnie” (nee Mutchler) Leute of Ocean City, NJ and Havertown, PA passed away peacefully on Tuesday October 11th at The Shores. Born in Mt. Carmel, PA, Winnie attended Upper Darby High School and graduated […]
Judith Talley Langenfelder
On October 10, 2022, Judith Talley Langenfelder passed away at home in the company of her family; beloved wife of 42 years to Kevin Langenfelder; devoted mother of Karl Langenfelder and Karson Langenfelder and his wife Katie. Judith is preceded in death by her parents John and Norma West and her granddaughter Baby Langenfelder. Also […]
HERO Campaign broadens message
Simulator helps students learn of dangers and consequences OCEAN CITY — The John R. Elliott HERO Campaign for Designated Drivers hosted its 11th HERO Walk on Oct. 16 under cloudy skies with a distinct feeling of fall in the air. Dozens of supporters, families who have lost loved ones to drunken driving, groups and volunteers […]
Beesleys Pt. plan includes park, wildlife habitat
MARMORA — “We never leave. We are going to be a community member,” Beesleys Point Development Group partner Chris Wilson told those gathered for a business mixer earlier this month. The Upper Township Business Association welcomed members new and old — as well as one particular potential new member from whom everyone wanted to hear — […]
Somers Point City Council candidates profiled
Ward 2, Carl D’Adamo: Answer to taxpayers, make gov’t transparent SOMERS POINT — Carl D’Adamo, 71, is challenging incumbent Mike Owen for the Ward 2 seat on City Council. D’Adamo, who was the lone Democrat on the governing body and served for 16 years at-large, chose not to seek re-election in 2019, opening the door […]
DePamphilis vs. Bender for unexpired term in Somers Pt. Ward 1
Rick DePamphilis SOMERS POINT — Now back in Somers Point, longtime Linwood mayor Rick DePamphilis is facing a challenge from Lisa Bender for the final year of an unexpired term in Ward 1. DePamphilis, 72, served as mayor of Linwood from 2002 through 2019, when he decided not to seek re-election. He served on the […]
Paid parking continues to be an issue in Somers Point
Some councilmen don’t want contract renewed after headaches surface SOMERS POINT — Opponents of paid parking in city-owned lots on Bay Avenue are wondering what’s taking the city so long to eliminate it. Resident Judd Moore asked what was the holdup, noting City Council voted unanimously to add a resolution ending the contract to the […]
Ocean City Free Public Library welcomes best-selling historical fiction writer
OCEAN CITY — Author Marie Benedict took the audience along on a trip down a rabbit hole during the annual Author’s Luncheon on Oct. 6 at The Flanders Hotel. Sponsored by the Ocean City Free Public Library and the Friends & Volunteers of the OCFPL, the Author’s Luncheon features a different writer each year speaking […]
Linwood man is among Sykes Award recipients
NORTHFIELD — A Linwood man is among seven Atlantic County residents who will be recognized for their outstanding achievements and contributions to the community during the 33rd annual Donald J. Sykes Awards ceremony Wednesday, Oct. 19, at the Atlantic City Country Club. Ridgway was born in 1968 with a severe case of amniotic pneumonia that […]
OCHS Class of ’53 gathers nearly 70 years later
Their lives kept some close to home, others were scattered across nation OCEAN CITY – The Korean War was coming to an end. Dwight D. Eisenhower was in his first term as president. “From Here to Eternity” and “Shane” were in movie theaters and Perry Como’s “Don’t Let the Stars Get in Your Eyes” was […]