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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
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
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
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
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
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
Vineland Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month with Music and Dance
The City of Vineland, in conjunction with the Landis Theater Foundation, is proud to honor the rich history and contributions of the Hispanic community with a dance and concert double header on Saturday, September 20. The fun will kick-off at 4:00 pm in front of the Landis Theater with “Dancing
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
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
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
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
Go-to Guide for Down the Shore
Beachgoers heading down the shore this summer have a new way to satisfy their curiosity about what they find on the beach. The newly released book, Seashells of the Jersey Shore, will help both kids and adults identify and learn about the shells and other natural treasures commonly found along
Garden Treats at Summer Social
A gentle breeze and lower humidity made for a delightful summer evening at the Vineland Historical Society’s Ice Cream Social. The Vineland Historical Society, located at 108 S. 7th street, is the oldest local historical society in the state of New Jersey. It was founded in 1864, just three years
New York Jets Rookie Mason Taylor Among NFL Newcomers Drawing Pro Bowl Comparisons
Three rookies, tight end Mason Taylor of the New York Jets, two-way player Travis Hunter of the Jacksonville Jaguars, and linebacker Jihaad Campbell of the Philadelphia Eagles, have each been compared to former franchise Pro Bowlers by FOX Sports analyst Rob Rang. These comparisons are based on specific traits, roles,
Women’s Flag Football Coming to RCSJ-Cumberland
A new women’s athletic opportunity is coming to Rowan College of South Jersey (RCSJ), Cumberland campus. The Dukes are proud to announce its inaugural women’s flag football season starting in the spring of 2027. This summer, RCSJ-Cumberland was awarded a $5,000 grant from the NJCAA Foundation, NFL Flag, and Reigning
Heart Chakra Healing: What It Means & How To Remove Blockages
Many ancient cultures consider the heart as the center of your being. In yoga, it’s called the “Anahata chakra” or the heart disk. That’s because it guides your loving connection to life and the universe. Feeling closed off physically and spiritually lately? Perhaps you need an energy healer to open
Devils Must Decide Goaltender Nico Daws’ Fate After Signing Markstrom and Allen
The New Jersey Devils’ goaltending situation for the 2025–26 NHL season features Jacob Markstrom, Jake Allen, and Nico Daws. In the summer of 2024, the Devils acquired Markstrom from the Calgary Flames in a trade. Later in the same offseason, they re-signed Allen to a five-year contract with an average
Jason Loughran Appointed Regional Administrator for New York and New Jersey
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Secretary Scott Turner announced the appointment of Jason Loughran as the Regional Administrator for New York and New Jersey (Region II). “Jason Loughran’s experience navigating complex policy issues, combined with his distinguished service as a decorated U.S. Navy veteran, makes him a
Master Gardeners Schedule Bus Trip to Botanical Garden
The Rutgers Master Gardeners of Cumberland County invite you to join a bus trip to the Mt. Cuba Center Botanical Garden in Hockessin, DE on Thursday, September 25. Meet the bus in the rear parking lot of the Ramada Inn, Vineland, at 8:50 a.m. for a 9 a.m departure. Bus
Two Earn ‘Good Kid’ Awards
Good Kid Awards were presented to Gerlon-Sincere Hilton-Pressley, left, and Paola Perez-Miguel. Millville Woman’s Club (MWC) shows support for education in many ways and also focuses on good citizenship. MWC’s Irene Decker “Good Kid” Award demonstrates this. Recipients of this award are students who have been selected based on their
An Ancient Life Form
BY ANTHONY KLOCK, CU Maurice River Trustee The moniker “ebony” spleenwort refers to the lustrous dark brown stem, more specifically called a rachis or axis. Photos by TONY KLOCK Visiting Cumberland County’s numerous and diverse woodlands, one may take notice of the variety of fern species found here. Ferns and
Family-Friendly Friday: Summertime Sky with Local Astronomers
Friday, July 25Belleplain State Forest, Lake Nummy Day Use Area, Champion Rd., Woodbine. 7 p.m. In partnership with the South Jersey Astronomy Club and Belleplain State Forest, this event gives visitors a chance to explore celestial objects through high-quality telescopes and learn directly from local astronomers. Attendees will learn about
New Jersey Announces $5 Million Urban Heat Island Mitigation Program
The New Jersey Board of Public Utilities (NJBPU), in consultation with the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP) and the New Jersey Interagency Council on Climate Resilience, yesterday announced the launch of the Urban Heat Island (UHI) Mitigation Program, a $5 million initiative to help New Jersey’s most vulnerable
Seabrook Group Honors Board Members, Graduates
JACL Executive Board installed by Paul Uyehara EDC Governor for 2025-26. Back row, from left: Paul Uyehara, Yukiye Tamm, Kelly Kuwabara, Sharon Yoshida, Stefanie Pierce, Louise Ogata. Front: Julie Yamasaki, Susan Jacques, Misono Miller, Lenore Wurtzel, Linda Ono, Wendy Mitsui, Darlene Mukoda. Approximately 50 people attended the recent gathering of
Purple Mattress Review 2025: Features, Price, and Warranty
If you’re hoping to get a good night’s sleep, the Purple mattress brand has mattresses that feature a unique, comfortable design. It promises superior performance in areas like pressure relief, temperature regulation, and motion isolation. But is it right for you? Stick around as we explore its pros and cons,
Best THC Gummies in 2025: 6 THC Edibles for Pain, Stress, and Sleep Issues
There used to be a time when consuming THC in particular meant having to smoke cannabis, and run the risk of being judged due to drawing attention with plumes of smoke or its tell-tale aroma. These days, THC consumption mainly involves popping a delicious and unassuming-looking soft candy or gummy
Best Seed Bank in US: Top Cannabis Seed Companies to Buy Cannabis Seeds in US
If you are thinking about growing cannabis, the sheer number of choices to shop from can be a bit overwhelming. Thankfully, we have done all the hard work for you to find the best weed seed banks for all types of cannabis seed cultivators. After examining loads of reputable seed
They Dream It, Then Build It
Boys & Girls Clubs of Cumberland County teens visited STEAMWorks in Bridgeton as part of its Summer Enrichment Program. STEAMWorks is a creative DIY facility where people can gather to create, invent, and learn. If you can dream it, they can help you build it! A big thanks to the
Sauce Gardner Signs $120.4 Million Extension With Jets, Becomes NFL’s Highest-Paid Cornerback
On Tuesday, July 15, 2025, the New York Jets and cornerback Sauce Gardner agreed to a four-year contract extension worth $120.4 million, according to NFL Network. The deal includes $60 million in guarantees. The agreement keeps Gardner under contract with the Jets through the 2030 season. With an average annual
Ace Tennis Coach
BY LORINDA JARVIS Coach Harry Silverstein advises Kierstyn Fenimore, far left, and Sophia Pasquale. Photo: Courtesy Stockton University Click. It was that fast. One moment, Harry Silverstein, a Vineland seventh-grader, was into baseball. The next, thanks to a family friend, he was holding a tennis racket. And that was it.