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New CEO Begins Leading Cumberland Cape Atlantic YMCA
For the first time in 27 years, the Cumberland Cape Atlantic YMCA has a new CEO. John Antonelli, most recently of Florida, has filled the position formerly held by George Steinbronn, Jr. Antonelli was raised in Havertown, Pennsylvania and attended Temple University before beginning his career in the health and
Honoring Veterans
While there are many ways in which our veterans are honored throughout the year, Memorial Day is a special day designated to honor veterans who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country. In following with the Millville Woman’s Club’s tradition, on Memorial Day Pam McNamee, club president (pictured), placed a
32nd Cruise Down Memory Lane Returns To Downtown Vineland
Millions of dollars’ worth of vintage and exotic cars will again line Landis Avenue as Cruise Down Memory Lane returns to downtown Vineland—The Ave—on Saturday, June 8, from 5 to 9 p.m. The rain date will be Sunday, June 9, from 5 to 9 p.m. Main Street Vineland will be
Graduation Season
Millville Public Schools and Millville High School once again extend their thanks to Allen Associates for a generous donation of $5,000 to the Class of 2024. For over 15 years, Allen Associates have provided a donation to the senior class of Millville High School through a partnership with the school
O’Brien’s ‘Favorite Things’ Art Exhibit at Vineland Public Library
During the month of June, Vineland Public Library, 1058 E. Landis Avenue, is featuring an art exhibit titled My Favorite Things by artist Christine O’Brien in the Doris Tripp Room of the library. The exhibit includes original oil paintings, oil pastel paintings, and paper collages. Most of the art is
In the Pink
While walking the roadside at Laurel Lake we were greeted by the blooms of mountain laurel that commanded observation, but we also noticed that a less showy tiny aster was blooming. Some would think it to be a daisy but its thin petal-like ray flowers are much finer than those
Big Pharma Visits the Bayshore
This story is being republished under a special NJ News Commons content-sharing agreement. Link to story: njspotlightnews.org/2024/05/big-pharma-pharmaceutical-companies-meet-delaware-bayshore-consider-synthetic-test-versus-using-horseshoe-crab-blood-tests/ Officials from five major pharmaceutical companies met at a Delaware Bayshore house to hear how they can help save the horseshoe crab and to watch the annual spectacle of spawning horseshoe crabs and
3 Weekends in June
Admit it: You’ve been waiting for warm weather, the signs that summer is a whisper away. All those months in the classroom, the office, the workspace with no let-up, no mercy. You long for a little you-time, a few spots to take the fam and eat gooey pastries, juicy burgers
‘Feather Quest’
The CU Maurice River “Fish Hawks” competed in the World Series of Birding on May 11. Hosted by NJ Audubon, this is the world’s largest birding competition. The money raised by the Fish Hawks supports CU Maurice River’s mission, which is accomplished by activities such as programs and presentations, clean-up
Pomp and Circumstance
Even a quick spritz of rain lightly falling from cloudy skies couldn’t dampen the moods of the hundreds of attendees at Rowan College of South Jersey–Cumberland’s Fifth Annual Commencement ceremony. Last week, 280 students were present and awarded 475 degrees and certificates. They were also there to celebrate their educational
Memorial Day Parade, Ceremony in Vineland
The City of Vineland will host its annual Memorial Day Parade and Ceremony on Monday, May 27. The parade will begin at 9 a.m., proceeding west down Landis Avenue to the Boulevard and then Landis Park Veterans Circle for the ceremony. In the event of rain, the parade will be
Millville Memorial Day Parade
The Millville Memorial Day Parade is a tradition that is 100-plus years old—a patriotic event that honors those who have fallen in battle. The parade kicks off at 9 a.m. on Monday, May 27, and begins at the American Legion, 220 Buck Street, making its way to Mulberry Street, High
Seeds of Greatness
Here in Vineland, we have hundreds of acres of peach trees and small family truck farms; we have giant columbines and hand-picked crops; we have spring, summer, fall, even winter crops. We have one of the largest produce auction centers on the East Coast, both giant and modest food processing
Why Knot!
CU Maurice River (CUMR), founded in 1986 as a non-profit organization, has been pivotal in the designation of the Maurice River as a Wild and Scenic River System. CUMR, also known as Citizens United, is dedicated to dedicated to promoting the well-being and quality of life in the region known
Art of the Rebound
As Jinelys Alvarez approached her graduation from Rowan College of South Jersey (RCSJ) on May 10, the Health Sciences major could not help but marvel at everything she has achieved. The former basketball player and future Delaware State University student has perfected the art of the rebound and is fearlessly
Art Exhibition Related to Native Plants at AIC
Rowan College of South Jersey’s (RCSJ) Arts & Innovation Center (AIC, 321 N. High St., Millville ) is hosting an artist exhibition and native plant sale. The “Fragrant Spring: Art Exhibition Related to Native Plants” exhibit is on display through May 28, Monday through Friday from 9 a.m. to 9
If You Forget To Call Mom on Mother’s Day
“Mom, hey Mom,” shouted my son as he jumped off the last step of the school bus. “I gotta book with my book fair money, it’s about a mouse and cookies.” That book, the one about the mouse and cookies, was If You Give a Mouse a Cookie, by Laura
Kickoff to 40th Season of Jersey Fresh
New Jersey Secretary of Agriculture Edward D. Wengryn and other state and local officials today kicked off the 40th Anniversary of Jersey Fresh with a visit to Consalo Family Farms, which grows and packages locally grown produce and other farm products now appearing in farmers markets and stores around the
Climate Change
In the April 17 issue of SNJ Today, I read about people’s reactions to climate change with interest. A number of those polled feel that climate change is a hoax developed by liberal extremists. To the contrary, some of the earliest administrations to look at global warming were Republican. According
Vineland Historical Society to Celebrate Archeology, Flora and Fauna, Open House, All in May
Several events are planned for this month by the Vineland Historical and Antiquarian Society (VHAS) to celebrate history and gardens. The museum grounds currently has a rain garden, which uses land contours and run-off waters from the museum’s rain gutter system. Plants are currently growing at that site. On May
Member of the Month
Isabella Lamboy, center, was named Member of the Month for March 2024 at the Boys & Girls Clubs of Cumberland County. She was presented with a certificate by club staffers Jenette and Cathy. Congrats to this outstanding club member! .
A Study in Bird Song
The dawn song of birds is one of my favorite things. Each April and May I sit in the darkness of the forest awaiting the first calls of the birds. If I’m lucky and it’s a bit overcast the overture may last longer than an hour or two. Maybe you
Lexi Elton Crowned Miss Tri-City Area 2024
Lexi Elton, 16, of Minotola was recently crowned the new Miss Tri-City Area 2024. Lexi has pledged her upcoming year to engaging in various community events and fostering a love for reading to children. Her platform, “Passion Not Pressure,” aims to inspire individuals to embrace their true selves, learning from
Lola Rhodes 100th Birthday!
Our mother is very independent and has been a Christian for most of her life. She loves people. Mom, we love you, Happy 100th Birthday!!! .
Project MyRide Offered to Eligible Families
Finding reliable, convenient transportation is one of the biggest obstacles to getting your family to and from important appointments. Cumberland County Library is partnering with the Southern New Jersey Perinatal Cooperative to offer access to Project MyRide. Eligible families can get up to four free round-trip rides to medical or
Aaron’s Fund Distributes Money
Aaron’s Fund established in memory of Aaron Ploch is pleased to donate $8,000 to Big Brothers/Big Sisters of Cumberland and Salem Counties at the 16th 5K Run for Aaron on April 20. We will also be giving out scholarships in Aaron’s memory. Thank you to all who helped and participated!
First Sites Selected for the New Jersey Black Heritage Trail
The New Jersey Historical Commission (NJHC) has selected 32 sites to receive markers for the New Jersey Black Heritage Trail. This first round of selected sites includes “Bivalve, Shellpile & Maurice River” in Cumberland County. Signed into law by Gov. Murphy on September 7, 2022, the New Jersey Black Heritage
Project Thanksgiving Donates to Millville Army Air Field Museum
Courtesy of a grant from Verizon TCC, Project Thanksgiving was able to fully sponsor a field trip to Millville Army Air Field Museum for 22 Vineland High School Air Force Junior ROTC Cadets and their instructors. First, they were treated to breakfast at Verna’s FlightLine Restaurant. Then, they were provided
HEART Still In It
If anyone has the street cred to put together a Heart tribute band, it’s Steve Fossen. He and his high school friend, Roger Fisher, co-founded the original band, not the Wilson sisters as many might have thought. Bassist Fossen, along with Heart drummer Mike Derosier, are the backbone of Heart
Millville Woman’s Club Celebrates 115 Years
The Birthday Bash has become a tradition at the April luncheon/meeting of the Millville Woman’s Club (MWC) and this year the MWC celebrated its 115th birthday. Barbara Morrow and her committee arranged a lunch of meatballs and ziti—and being a birthday party, there was a birthday cake and ice cream.
