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Ragsdale Drafted by Milwaukee Brewers

The Milwaukee Brewers selected Vineland native and St. Augustine Prep alum Josiah ”Joey” Ragsdale with the 215th pick in the seventh round of the 2025 MLB Draft in July. He was an outfielder for a year at Boston College (BC) and became the 94th player in program history to reach

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Precious Pinelands: Part 2

Cranberry farms have existed in the Pinelands since the mid-1800s, but the fruit was gathered by indigenous peoples long before. The modern way to harvest cranberries involves flooding the bog, then skimming with water wheels. Photo: Leslie M. Ficcaglia How a region’s natural and cultural resources were protected—and the challenges

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Monster Trucks Coming to New Jersey Motorsports Park

Monster Trucks Coming to New Jersey Motorsports Park

Come witness the jaw-dropping Monster Trucks event at NJMP in Millville, NJ. Get ready for an adrenaline-pumping experience as six of these massive trucks go head-to-head and perform mind-blowing stunts. NJMP and KSR Motorsports are excited to bring top-notch trucks to this South Jersey racetrack venue, including: Killer Bee, The

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Precious Pinelands

Green line shows the perimeter of the Pinelands National Reserve; purple line delineates the Pine Barrens Ecological Boundary. Courtesy Pinelands Preservation Alliance, Teachers Guide PART 1 of 2: How a region’s natural and cultural resources were protected with the help of many advocates. By Leslie M. Ficcaglia, CU Trustee Emeritus

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Best of Both Worlds

Can’t decide whether you prefer baked or fresh blues in your pie? Try this recipe, which combines both in one tasty tart. As blueberries are just about to go out of season, here’s a recipe that will have you wishing you had made it sooner. For a video of recipe

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Blue Envelope Program

It’s designed to help drivers with ASD effectively communicate their specific needs during police-involved traffic stops. Think about getting pulled over by the police and how your heart is pounding, and your stomach sinks. Now imagine what it must feel like for someone with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) who may

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Allen Associates Hires Brown and Trongone

Allen Associates, a provider of employee benefits, financial services, and accounting for businesses and public-sector organizations, has announced the hiring of Joanna Brown, SHRM-SCP, as employee benefits administrator and Tony Trongone as benefits consultant. These strategic personnel moves reflect the firm’s continued investment in client services, customized benefits strategies, and

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New Board Members Welcomed

Look who joined the Boys & Girls Club of Cumberland County’s Board of Directors. A big welcome to Jeromi Semidey, Jennifer Negron, and Larry Birch. Helping to push forward the Club’s mission of helping young people be the best they can be.  For more information on the club and/or board

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Bruno Ribeiro Wins Race 1 at New Jersey Motorsports Park

Bruno Ribeiro Wins Race 1 at New Jersey Motorsports Park

Bruno Ribeiro took his third win of the 2025 Formula Regional Americas Championship (FR Americas) season in the opening round of the New Jersey Lottery SpeedTour weekend. In a wild race filled with obstacles and challenges for championship contenders, Ribeiro (No. 01 Alfa Cem / Kiwi Motorsport Ligier JS F3)

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A Recipe To Relish

As well as starring on its own, JerseyFresh corn is an essential ingredient in many main dishes, sides, and even as a garnish. This recipe allows you to make the relish ahead of time and then serve with some barbeque favorites, such as hot dogs and hamburgers.  For a video

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Open Table Ranks Franklinville Inn Among Top 100

OpenTable has released its Top 100 Romantic Restaurants in America for 2025 and the local Franklinville Inn made the list. Open Table is an online restaurant-reservation company. “Whether seeking an intimate spot for a first date or a lively atmosphere for a double date, OpenTable’s Top 100 Romantic Restaurants list

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New Jersey Historical Commission Awards $5.2M in Grants

New Jersey Historical Commission Awards $5.2M in Grants

The New Jersey Historical Commission board has approved $5.2 million in Fiscal Year 2026 (FY 26) grant funding benefitting 93 historical organizations, museums, historic sites, archives, libraries, individuals, and county re-grant agencies across the state. The $5.2 million in FY 26 funding will support the New Jersey Historical Commission’s General

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Programs at Millville Public Library

Millville Public Library has many August activities planned. All events will be held at the library (210 Buck Street, Millville) unless otherwise specified. Registration: 856-825-7087 or millvillepubliclibrary.org Basic Computer Skills Classes: The Millville Public Library will be hosting recurring six-week computer class series’. Topics such as Intro to Computers, Internet

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Former AC Business Owners Donate $150,000 to Establish Scholarship

From left: Dan Nugent; Terricita Sass, Stockton University executive vice president and chief of staff; Anthony and Rita Mack; and Joe Bertolino. PHOTO: Lizzie Nealis/Stockton University Anthony and Rita Mack have created a new $150,000 endowed scholarship benefiting undergraduate Stockton students through the A&R Mack Foundation. In a ceremony held

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Second Friday: Bayshore Center at Bivalve

On Friday, August 8, enjoy great food from the Oyster Cracker Café, including fried oysters, oysters on the half shell, and local beers from Glasstown Brewing Co. at AJ’s Pub. Also, there will be free, self-guided tours of the Delaware Bay Museum, an interesting speaker, and live music. Check out

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Recovery Role of Ferns

Fern sizes vary in different climates. In the lush cloud and tropical montane rainforests of Ecuador ferns grow enormous fronds. Near Los Bancos, Ecuador where the coldest month is October the average low is 76°F and the high is 88°F, the hottest month is March with a 100°F high and

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Sparking Innovation

John F. Scarpa received an honorary doctorate from Hawai‘i Pacific University in 2024. From left: Lance Wilhelm, John Gotanda, John F. Scarpa, Jennifer Walsh. John F. Scarpa, pioneering entrepreneur in radio, cable TV, and cellular communications, has made a $700,000 gift to Hawai‘i Pacific University (HPU) to establish the John

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Vendors Sought for Vintage and Variety Sale

Vendors, flea market/yard sale tables, antiques and collectibles, arts and crafts, community organizations, basket drawings, museum tours, and more will be on the grounds of the Vineland Historical Society museum at 108 S. Seventh Street, Vineland. Date is Saturday, September 13, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. with a rain date

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Devils May Trade Dougie Hamilton to Sign Luke Hughes Long-Term

The New Jersey Devils have not officially announced any trade involving defenseman Dougie Hamilton. However, his name has been connected to trade speculation following offseason developments, particularly surrounding the team’s salary cap and the need to re-sign restricted free agent Luke Hughes. Hamilton, 32, is currently in year five of

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