Nancy Rae Southard, 75
It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Nancy Rae Southard. Nancy Rae Southard, age 75, of Upper Township, NJ left us peacefully on January 1, 2026 for eternity with her Heavenly Father. Nancy was born in Camden, NJ to Robert and Rae Young. She and mother and her shared a very special […]
Cannabis, beach fix, roadwork, EMS building on Upper Township’s agenda
PETERSBURG — Mayor Curtis Corson, newly re-elected by his peers to the top position, said the township is looking to increase revenue through the state’s cannabis tax, cut costs and shore up its beaches in 2026. “We’re going to be introducing a bond for road maintenance, repair and things of that nature, and some recreation […]
Strathmere residents: Noise ordinance is not helping us
PETERSBURG — Criticism of Upper Township’s newly amended noise ordinance ranged from “woefully insufficient” to “this does not address the issue at all.” Despite the litany of complaints, mostly from residents of the Strathmere section of the township where the Deauville Inn and other restaurants are frequent targets, Township Committee voted unanimously Dec. 15 to adopt […]
Upper Township defends response to snow storm
Officials explain cost of salting, plowing, how it will decide dealing with weather events PETERSBURG — A winter storm dropped several inches of snow around southern New Jersey on Sunday, Dec. 14, when Upper Township took a wait-and-see approach to its response. Mayor Curtis Corson suggested there were some critics. “As you know, Facebook seems […]
Upper Township cuts ribbon on new pickleball complex
PETERSBURG — Township Committee welcomed local residents and pickleball enthusiasts to the new pickleball complex Dec. 8. A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held in front of the courts, during which Mayor Curtis Corson and Committeeman Sam Palombo spoke on improving the health of the community through recreation. Palombo, who oversees sports and recreational Programs and […]
Upper Township Committee to vote in January on cannabis dispensary
PETERSBURG — Township Committee has moved ahead with plans to allow a retail cannabis dispensary following discussion Dec. 15. Mayor Curtis Corson said an amendment to the township’s cannabis ordinance is expected to be on the agenda Jan. 12, with a public hearing and final vote slated for Jan. 26. Corson has said the amendment […]
Living nativity Dec. 21 teaches about ‘real reason for the season’
PETERSBURG — The Christmas Story will come alive at 6 p.m. Dec. 21 on the grounds of Wesley United Methodist Church in Petersburg again this year. Participants will travel along on a journey to Bethlehem to see the shepherds in the field tending their sheep alongside a fire to keep warm, follow the star above […]
Big, beautiful single perfect for growing family, vacation HQ
UPPER TOWNSHIP — Midway down a residential road ending in a cul-de-sac awaits a big, beautiful home just minutes away from the popular shore town of Sea Isle City. Online maps indicate a dedicated beachgoer could have her toes in the sand in about 10 minutes, depending on traffic, from the front door of 8 […]
Upper Township hires lobbyist to get federal beach funds
PETERSBURG — Township Committee has hired a lobbying firm to advocate for federal funding to help pay for beach replenishment and other projects. Members adopted a resolution authorizing a one-year, $60,000 contract with Warwick Group Consultants LLC of Maryland for federal lobbying and advocacy services. According to a letter from Dan Ginolfi, senior public policy […]
Focus of Upper’s noise rules is late evening, early morning
Resident would like one applying 24/7 PETERSBURG — While John Canderan of the Poets Woods section of the township would like restrictions on noise “24/7,” the amendments Township Committee introduced Nov. 24 are geared toward disruptions in the early morning or late at night. The most significant change is the employment of a “plainly audible” standard […]