Renters rights meeting Oct. 24 in Somers Point
SOMERS POINT — As the affordable housing crisis becomes a national issue, tenants in Somers Point are coming together to learn more about their rights under state law and fight back against abuses by out-of-state landlords who ignore renter rules in New Jersey. What started as a collective effort by the tenants of the 17-unit […]
The Shores, Thrivent support Alzheimer’s event this Sunday
OCEAN CITY — Two local organizations are joining hands again, this time to help raise money and boost awareness of Alzheimer’s disease. Michele Ecolani-Musto, volunteer services coordinator and external marketing manager for The Shores, a UMC Community and Glen Stewart of Thrivent, a non-profit Christian wealth management firm, have reached out to their respective networks […]
New business degrees at Stockton University
GALLOWAY — Stockton University continues to adapt to an ever-changing business world by announcing two new degree programs starting with the spring 2025 semester — a bachelor of science in entrepreneurship and a master of science in accounting. The new programs highlight how the university’s School of Business embraces emerging industries and prepares students for […]
AtlantiCare’s oncology nurse navigators support breast cancer care journeys
Editor’s note: This article is courtesy of AtlantiCare Cancer Care Institute. Did you know that AtlantiCare Cancer Care Institute is now affiliated with Cleveland Clinic Cancer Institute? This new affiliation offers the greater Southern New Jersey region unparalleled access to advanced research, clinical trials, tumor review boards and second opinions from world-renowned Cleveland Clinic cancer […]
Ocean City Halloween Parade, Dog Days on Boardwalk
OCEAN CITY – Hallowween fun starts with the 76th annual Halloween Parade at 7:15 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 24. The parade travels a route on Asbury Avenue from Sixth Street to 11th Street. All are welcome to watch or participate in this fun community event, which is organized by the Exchange Club of Ocean City in […]
Local couple opens Sweat.oc strength, endurance training center
OCEAN CITY — Nico and Susie Tramontana have scheduled a grand opening celebration this weekend at Sweat.oc, a strength and endurance training studio at 225 West Ave. The couple, who took over the fitness center Sept. 9 and rebranded it, has scheduled the event for 8 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 26, including a promotion that allows […]
Sherlock Holmes, Edgar Allan Poe join forces in new play at Gateway
SOMERS POINT — The masters of mystery and the macabre — Sherlock Holmes and Edgar Allan Poe — join forces on a descent into madness, murder and the supernatural during “The Night Side,” a play set to premiere Nov. 2 as a Halloween treat at Gateway Playhouse in Somers Point. Described best as a “ghost story […]
Bill Nicoletti hoping to catch lightning in a bottle with his film ‘The Philly Sound Heard ‘Round The World’
Film being screened this week at Philadelphia Film Festival OCEAN CITY — The Philly Sound. The O’Jays. The Spinners. David Bowie. Hall and Oates. “Back Stabbers.” “Love Train.” “I’ll Be Around.” “Could It Be I’m Falling in Love.” “Young Americans.” Ocean City resident Bill Nicoletti has spent a decade on a project dedicated to the […]
Farewell, Wonderland
Jay Gillian reflects on a life spent in the family amusement business, what led to park’s closure, how he knew a decade ago it wouldn’t last OCEAN CITY — It was three days before Gillian’s Wonderland Pier closed for good, a family business to which Jay Gillian has dedicated his life, and emotions and memories […]
Mercury filters coming for affected residents in Upper Township
DEP to install systems along Bayaire Road because of contaminated wells MARMORA — Residents of Bayaire Road and the vicinity whose wells are contaminated with mercury got some goods news last week. According to Bayaire Road resident Jessica Gurdgiel, the Department of Environmental Protection informed her and others in the Marmora section of Upper Township […]