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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

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

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,

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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,

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

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

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,

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

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,

Testa Proposes Renaming of Delaware Bay

Republican State Sen. Michael Testa of Vineland, who represents the state’s first district, introduced a bill late last month proposing that the name of the Delaware Bay be changed to

All Academic Honor for Lacrosse Player

Drew Coyle of Vineland, who plays women’s lacrosse at Kean University, was recently named to the 2024-25 New Jersey Athletic Conference (NJAC) All-Academic Team. The sophomore physical education major was

Summer Enrichment in Full Swing

Boys & Girls Clubs of Cumberland County’s Summer Enrichment Program is in full swing and is keeping youth busy with fun and interesting activities. Summer campers played a version of

Wind Phone Dedication

Angelic Health will dedicate its Wind Phone on July 16 at 10:30 a.m. at the Cornerstone Church, 1875 Janvier Road in Williamstown.  A “wind phone” is a disconnected telephone used

Symbols of the Bicentennial: Spirit of ’76

Join the Millville Historical Society, a proud partner of RevolutionNJ, as it continues the countdown to America’s 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. As part of

Sweet and Spicy

Jersey Fresh corn is always a favorite for summer barbeques. This recipe is shared on the Jersey Fresh website by Chef Mark Smith, The Tortilla Press in Collingswood and The

Beware the Mosquito

New Jersey’s departments of Environmental Protection (NJDEP), Health (NJDOH), and Agriculture (NJDA) are reminding the public of the importance of controlling mosquito populations and risk for disease from bites by

Guard Duty

Vineland educator—who spent every summer lifeguarding—publishes a book detailing the rich history of the Jersey Shore patrols, Brigantine to Cape May. BY MICKEY BRANDT Lifeguard races in Ocean City in

Vineland Senior Center Gets Renovations

The Vineland Senior Center is an important part of our community, providing a warm and welcoming environment where seniors can socialize and participate in programming that helps them stay healthy

Fireflies in July

Fireflies create magical summer evenings—with the peak of the season being this month: Photinus in flight. PHOTO: Terry Priest flickr under the CC BY-SA license One of my great joys

Covella Pens Book Charting Success in Business

Jerry Covella, Vineland entrepreneur, award-winning business coach and author, has released his latest book. Titled The Success Engine: Mindset + Method = Entrepreneurial Mastery, the book supports entrepreneurs and business

MINDING YOUR MIND: Library Resources

By Jo Valenti, BSN, RN, Cumberland County Mental Health Advocate What do you get at the library? Books? You might be surprised! The clue to the answer partly lies in

Free Summer Concerts at Three Venues!

• Come out and enjoy the free concerts and dancing on the adjacent dance floor at Giampietro Park‘s Enrico Band Shell (3231 E. Landis Avenue, Vineland). All concerts start at 7

Music at Union Hall Presents Ameranouche

Coming to Union Hall on Saturday, July 19 at 7 p.m.: Ameranouche Duo, featuring Richard (Shepp) Sheppard, guitarist, percussion and vocalist and Michael K. Harrist, Upright Bass, guitarist and vocalist.

Scenes From a County Fair

By Lorinda Jarvis In today’s high-tech world, the Cumberland County Fair is a delicious analog landscape. Here, your teenagers can stash their phones and take a bite into a steaming

Four Graduate From Police Academy

Four local recruits recently graduated from the 90th Basic Police Recruit Class of the Camden County College Police Academy. Russell Moore Bridgeton Police Dept.; and Christina Olivo, Erik Rose, and

Vineland Transportation Facility Completed

Vineland’s emergence as a major logistics hub got another boost with the opening of the new Slingshot Transportation facility on Garden Road. The recently completed 256,000-square-foot facility includes office space,

Vineland Student Among Scholarship Finalists

Henry Johnson Jr. of Vineland was recently awarded a college scholarship for being a finalist in the N.J. Human Services’ Commission for the Blind and Visually Impaired (CBVI) students impaired

Ragsdale is Player of the Week

St. Augustine’s Prep baseball star and Vineland native baseball outfielder Josiah Ragsdale was recently named Cape Cod League Franklin Sports Player of the Week. He attends Boston College (BC). Ragsdale

Native Moth

The male carpenterworm moth is considerably smaller than the female. Photo: James Solomon, USDA On our morning walk my husband discovered a moth on the roadway. It was magnificently camouflaged

4th of July Fireworks

• Bridgeton: 9:15 p.m. on July 4 at Alden Field. • Hammonton: Fireworks at dusk July 4, Hammonton Lake Park, 100 Sports Dr. The fireworks will be set off from

July Programs at Millville Public Library

All events will be held at the library (210 Buck Street, Millville) unless specified.  Registration: 856-825-7087 or millvillepubliclibrary.org Lego Club: For grades K-8, is meeting July 15 and 29 at

Rag Rugs Like Granny Used to Make

The Millville Historical Society recently hosted an Amish Knot Rug Weaving Workshop during Millville’s June Third Friday. The class was held at the Millville Historical Society’s Headquarters and Genealogical Research