Amusement parks not expecting as many J1 workers
As the Russian invasion of Ukraine continues to unfold, many local hiring managers may be wondering how the war will affect the arrival of workers participating in the J-1 Summer Work and Travel Visa program. After two years of program interruptions by the COVID-19 pandemic, area businesses are looking forward to the return of the […]
Summer workforce may be a ‘struggle’ this year
After two summers with the ubiquitous “Help Wanted” signs, many local businesses wonder what the 2022 season will bring. In addition to the difficulty in finding local workers, there are new concerns about students arriving for the J-1 Summer Work and Travel Visa program because of the ongoing war in Ukraine. Overall expectations are that […]
MRHS coach supported after complaint filed
LINWOOD — A group of parents, former athletes and fellow coaches gathered April 12 during the Mainland Regional High School Board of Education meeting in a show of support for Mike Schiavo, the girls swim coach who recently was the subject of an undisclosed complaint. Speaker after speaker noted how Schiavo, who has taught and […]
Ocean City’s open space purchase could exceed $20 million
Commissioners say Klause properties alone worth $13 million, up from $9.98 million approved by City Council OCEAN CITY — Buying open space at the center of town could now cost the city in excess of $20 million. Debate was intense in March after Ocean City Council approved resolutions to cover the rising cost of the […]
Ocean City boardwalk high-rises becomes hot topic at City Council
Hartzell says four have approached him wanting to build, but he is against them; Mayor Gillian also says he is against high-rises EDITOR’S NOTE: This version has been updated since its original post April 8. OCEAN CITY – Councilman Keith Hartzell used Thursday evening’s Ocean City Council meeting to expand on one of his campaign […]
Upper Township sheep farm owner: ‘I’m done’
Department of Health says farm likely source of cryptosporidium cases CAPE MAY COURT HOUSE — The Cape May County Health Department confirmed four laboratory positive cryptosporidium cases and 11 probable cases (experienced symptoms), stating they likely originated at Misty Meadow Sheep Dairy in Petersburg. The farm, at 100 Dennisville-Petersburg Road, offers behind-the-scenes tours of the […]
The six candidates for Ocean City Council
All answer a series of questions about why they’re running, their priorities OCEAN CITY – Ocean City Sentinel Editor David Nahan interviewed the six candidates for the three at-large seats up for grabs in the May 10 election. All have previously announced their candidacies and provided their backgrounds. Following are interviews with each of the […]
Gillian: Hartzell, as councilman, voted with me 99 percent of time
OCEAN CITY – In a press release sent Monday afternoon, Mayor Jay Gillian’s campaign noted his opponent has voted with him almost exclusively throughout the time both have been in office. Gillian, who has been serving as mayor since 2010, is seeking a fourth term in office in the May 10 election. His challenger is […]
Sexual assault charged in Susan Negersmith case; she was found dead in 1990
Editor’s note: This information is courtesy of the Cape May County Prosecutor’s Office. CAPE MAY COURT HOUSE – Jerry Rosado, 62, of Millville, was charged in the sexual assault of Susan Negersmith, a young woman who was killed in 1990. Cape May County Prosecutor Jeffrey H. Sutherland and Wildwood Police Chief Robert Regalbuto announced the cold […]
Yoga for You and Yours at Upper Township Middle School
OCHS grad, aunt from Luna Soul are presenting free yoga class, açaí bowl April 28 PETERSBURG — The Upper Township Education Association will present Yoga for You and Yours, a special evening of wellness scheduled for 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Thursday, April 28, in the gym at Upper Township Middle School. Tara Gardner and Nicole […]