Ocean City Maj. Gen. Bill Matz writes book about military service, overcoming polio
OCEAN CITY — Polio survivor Bill Matz has spent every summer since 1946 in America’s Greatest Family Resort — except when he was overseas fighting to keep the country safe from foreign enemies. “The only summers I ever missed were times when I was in Vietnam, Korea or serving overseas with the Army,” the retired […]
Speaker to veterans: Help, support available
Veterans Service officer says programs aim to end homelessness, suicide SEAVILLE – Monday’s Veterans Day service at Osprey Point in Upper Township took a pragmatic turn as a Veterans Service Office speaker implored veterans to take advantage of programs available to them. Alicia Kagan of the Atlantic County Veterans Service Office also took special pains […]
Teen aims to inspire change in sustainability, education
Mainland Regional High School senior interns at Bowfish Kids in Ocean City OCEAN CITY — Anika Deshpande is making waves in sustainability, education and philanthropy while pursuing her dreams of creating a better future for her community. From designing eco-friendly apparel to publishing a children’s book, the teen is proving that age is no barrier […]
‘Jubilate Deo’
Masterworks Choir performing work in 7 languages, with ‘captivating music’ OCEAN CITY — The Masterworks Choir will present “Jubilate Deo,” a captivating work with singing in seven different languages and music that grabs the audience right off the bat. John Bate, music director at St. Peter’s United Methodist Church and conductor of the Masterworks Choir, talked […]
Incumbents win in Somers Point: Gerety, Johnston and Dill
SOMERS POINT — One race was close but incumbents won with ease in the other two to keep all three seats on Somers Point City Council during the election Nov. 5. Facing his first challenge since winning a spot on the board in 2009, Councilman Howard Dill defeated Morgan Slaughter 1,211 to 1,098, or 52.4 […]
Van Drew re-elected over Salerno; Andy Kim beats Bashaw for Senate
CAPE MAY — Republican U.S. Rep. Jeff Van Drew won re-election in the 2nd Congressional District, defeating Democrat Joe Salerno. Van Drew received 211,199 votes, or 58.3 percent, to 147,946 votes, or 41.1 percent, for Salerno. In Cape May County, Van Drew received 63.61 percent of the vote to Salerno’s 35.97 percent. In 2019, Van […]
Upper Township: Polo, Shawl, Tyrrell on school board; Palombos on committee
UPPER TOWNSHIP — Three new members will join the Upper Township Board of Education in January following their victory in the election Nov. 5. Donald J. Polo, Andrew Shawl and Thomas Tyrrell, who ran as a ticket under the slogan “All About Kids,” garnered the most votes in the race that featured five candidates seeking […]
Sun Rose Words & Music selling Asbury Avenue building
Ocean City won’t be losing the book store OCEAN CITY — The owners of Sun Rose Words & Music on Asbury Avenue are selling their building to one of the biggest property owners in Ocean City, but don’t despair, avid readers, a book store will remain part of the new business. Rosalyn Lifshin, who has […]
Sea&Do: Upcoming events
Book, Bake Sale at Linwood Library LINWOOD – The Friends of the Linwood Library will be holding its Fall Book and Bake Sale 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday and Saturday, Nov. 15 and 16. There are great book selections and delicious homemade goodies to enjoy. The library is at 301 Davis Ave., Linwood. Local […]
‘Father of the Bride’ subtle commentary on ’50s social norms
Comedy challenges expectations of traditional wedding ceremony; play on stage at MRHS Nov. 14-16 LINWOOD — The Mainland Regional High School Drama Club will present the comedy “Father of the Bride” on stage Nov. 14-16. Phil Pallitto noted in his director’s notes that the play was adapted from Edward Streeter’s 1949 novel and immortalized by […]