Somers Point EDAC seeks marketing firm
SOMERS POINT — “We would love to be up and running tomorrow,” Charlie Haberkorn said of having a marketing firm promoting the city. The vice chairman of Somers Point’s Economic Development Advisory Commission was excited to talk about the body’s newest venture after City Council approved soliciting bids for promotional services Feb. 9. “When you […]
Gerald E. Haughey, 90
Gerald E. Haughey, aged 90, died peacefully on February 17, 2023, at his home in Somers Point, NJ. He practiced law with his firm, Brandt, Haughey, Penberthy, Lewis and Hyland for 30 years in South Jersey. His practice concentrated on land use, land planning and environmental law. He graduated from the Wharton School of Commerce […]
Upper Towsnhip flag football league moves into Red Zone
Registration for new program, other township rec programs, under way UPPER TOWNSHIP — Flowers blooming, eggs hatching and children playing ball in the field are all sure signs of spring. While winter is not yet ready to release southern New Jersey from its sometimes-icy clutches, Upper Township’s youth recreation programs are getting a head start […]
Kim Hayes to seek County Commission seat
Upper Township deputy mayor cites commitment to party, conservative Christian values PETERSBURG — Deputy Mayor Kim Hayes told the Upper Township Sentinel of her intent to seek the Republican nomination for the Cape May County Board of Commissioners. The nomination deadline is March 27. Early voting is scheduled for June 2-4 and election day is […]
Safer New Road crossing in the works across from high school
LINWOOD — An upgraded pedestrian crossing is in the works on New Road in Linwood where students travel between Mainland Regional High School and the Cornerstone Commerce Center. On Jan. 25, City Council adopted a resolution of support for the state Department of Transportation’s midblock crosswalk project. Jen Heller of Polistina and Associates, the city’s […]
MRHS honors top teacher, staff member of year
LINWOOD — A foreign language instructor and secretary were celebrated for earning statewide recognition. The Mainland Regional High School Board of Education honored Lynnette Schroeder as the Governor’s Teacher of the Year and Michelle Prychka as Governor’s Educational Services Professional of the Year. In introducing Schroeder, Chief School Administrator Mark Marrone told an anecdote about his […]
MUSTANGS TOP OCEAN CITY FOR S.J. TITLE
Critical officials’ ruling changes trajectory of Public B swim final SICKLERVILLE — The Mainland Regional High School boys won the 2023 South Jersey Public B swimming sectional title Wednesday evening, Feb. 15, edging the defending champion Ocean City High School Red Raiders 87-83. A critical decision by the officials changed the trajectory of the championship […]
Disc golf is a sport for all
OCHS grad helps get course at Amanda’s Field in Upper Township PETERSBURG — “It’s like hiking in the woods and throwing a disc while doing it,” Chris Scott said of disc golf, a growing sport in the region and around the nation. Upper Township installed a course last summer at Amanda’s Field, where Scott and […]
Panoramic sunset views await at Bay Area single steps off the beaten path
OCEAN CITY — The fantastic two-story home at 941 Palen Ave. is set in a secluded enclave just off Ninth Street, the main artery into the city known as America’s Greatest Family Resort. Tucked back by Great Egg Harbor Bath in the shadow of the Route 52 bridge, the property offers the privacy of an […]
Ocean City girls basketball put on show against Cedar Creek 47-17
OCEAN CITY – The Ocean City Red Raiders girls basketball team put on a show in their Cape-Atlantic League tournament second round match-up with Cedar Creek on Thursday, Feb. 9, winning 47-17. “It feels really good,” Raider Avery Jackson said. “It’s giving us a lot of confidence going into the playoffs. As we know, this league […]