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Canucks Confront Trade Rumors Around Quinn Hughes and Devils’ Interest
The Vancouver Canucks are approaching the start of training camp for the 2025–26 season, which begins in less than a month. Despite preparations for the new season, reports state that speculation around captain Quinn Hughes’ future with the team has continued. An insider has suggested that if the Canucks struggle
One Mighty Force: New Jersey Residents Unite to End Lung Cancer at LUNG FORCE Walk on September 20
On Saturday, September 20 the American Lung Association in New Jersey is uniting people across the state as one mighty force to come together to end lung cancer and lung disease at the 11th annual LUNG FORCE Walk at Duke Island Park in Bridgewater with a fundraising goal of $135,000.
Take FLIGHT with AVi Soars into Delaware: A Free Youth Aviation & STEAM Experience
In celebration of National Aviation Day, Aviation Influence (AVi) is proud to announce that Take FLIGHT with AVi Soars into Delaware, hosted and supported by Atlantic Aviation (venue host) and the Delaware River and Bay Authority, with presenting partners Black Women in Aviation and the Delaware Wing of the Civil Air Patrol. It will
Labor Day Weekend 1940
By Linda Jones, Millville Historical Society Labor Day, a day set aside to honor workers and recognize their contributions to society, is synonymous with end-of-summer barbecues and picnics with friends and family. The allure of last-chance beach days entices some to head to the shore. But in 1940, as residents
‘Sabrina’ Set to Appear at Comic Fest Vineland
Garden State Comic Fest Vineland is proud to announce that Melissa Joan Hart is coming to the grand opening of the new Vineland Convention Center on November 15-16, where she will be signing autographs, and taking photos with fans. Hart is known for starring as the title characters in the
Insurance Group Leases on The Ave
Wolf Commercial Real Estate (WCRE) represented the tenant, Hardenbergh Insurance Group, in the successful lease of a 5,200-square-foot office space located at 228 West Landis Avenue in Vineland. Hardenbergh selected this office property to strengthen its presence in Vineland and enhance visibility along Landis Avenue. Jason Wolf, managing principal, and
Pineland ‘Industries’
Remnants of the 600-foot Cranberry Sorting & Packing Warehouse at Whitesbog. Of three original sections, only the firewall remains. The first section was built in 1890. Fires in 1961 and 1970 destroyed two other sections. Photos: J. Morton Galetto unless otherwise noted More on the Pinelands: Whitesbog visit teaches how
Press Conference To Honor Shields
The family of Ronald Pierre Shields invites community leaders, clergy, victim advocates, and the public to join them in honoring his life and legacy while addressing critical questions about prevention and community safety. This press conference will recognize the heroism of 13-year-old TJ, announce the creation of the Ronald Pierre
Four Vineland Schools to Benefit from Improved Digital Access
In partnership with Digital Promise, Verizon Innovative Learning welcomes four Vineland schools for the 2025-2026 school year. Vineland Public Schools celebrated joining Verizon Innovative Learning with a carnival-themed kickoff event at Thomas Wallace Middle School on August 18, in which students were assigned their own devices. In partnership with Digital
New Jersey’s Laws among Nation’s Best in Protecting Free Speech against Frivolous Lawsuits
New Jersey’s laws protecting against costly, meritless, speech-suppressing lawsuits are among the strongest in the country, earning it an “A” grade. That’s a key takeaway from the 2025 Anti-SLAPP Report Card, just released by the Institute for Free Speech. The new report details and rates state-by-state legal protections against a
Vineland Hoops Star To Play for Albanian Team
Former Vineland High basketball star and Stockton University men’s basketball alumnus DJ Campbell recently signed a professional contract to play for KB Apolonia of the Albanian Basketball Superliga, which is the highest level of basketball in Albania. Campbell, Stockton’s all-time leading scorer with 2,178 points, honed his skills on the
Woman Umpire of the 1970s Embraced Only in Bridgeton
Bernice Gera, with Jerry Alden, who was Bridgeton’s Director of Parks and Recreation for decades and essential to the creation of both Alden Field and the tournament. This year’s story of Jen Pawol, the first woman umpire in Major League Baseball, seems to be one of acceptance, even adulation, and
Bus Service Announced Between Vineland and Atlantic City
Gov. Murphy has announced three major initiatives to expand and modernize public transportation options in southern New Jersey, including a new express shuttle service between Vineland and Atlantic City. During a fireside chat sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce Southern New Jersey, Murphy unveiled the shuttle plans plus an expansion
Pregnancy centers harassed by NJ attorney general make case before US Supreme Court
Alliance Defending Freedom attorneys filed their opening brief on Thursday with the U.S. Supreme Court on behalf of First Choice Women’s Resource Centers, a collection of five faith-based pregnancy centers. First Choice is asking the Supreme Court to allow it to challenge in federal court an unconstitutional investigation by New
In Wake of Hurricane Erin, Atlantic City Residents and Extreme Weather Survivors Rally to Demand Climate Superfund Act
Just days after Hurricane Erin battered the East Coast with dangerous surf, flooding, and widespread beach closures, dozens of Atlantic City residents and community advocates will rally outside the District 2 legislative office of Senator Vince Polistina and Assemblymembers Claire Swift and Donald Guardian to demand urgent action on climate
The Salvation Army of Vineland Helps More Than 350 Students with Back-to-School Carnival
The Salvation Army of Vineland turned back-to-school prep into a day of celebration, hosting a joyful community carnival for local families. Through the generous support of Bridor USA, more than 350 students received brand-new backpacks filled with essential school supplies. The festivities included games, music, hot dogs, and sweet treats
Jets’ Pass Rush Returns at Full Strength as Glenn Defends Justin Fields vs Critics
On Tuesday, the New York Jets’ defensive line practiced at full strength for the first time this summer. Defensive end Jermaine Johnson joined in team drills after starting training camp on the physically unable to perform list. Johnson had been sidelined as he continued his return from Achilles surgery in
Add–Ventures
Venturing Crew 21 eThe Garden State Council Scouts and leaders enjoyed a scenic hiketo a waterfall in Puerto Rico. Garden State Scouts earn their way to Puerto Rico. Garden State Council’s Troop 7151 B & G and Venturing Crew 21 of Westampton ranked among the nation’s top 10 popcorn sales
Annual Waterways Cleanup Event Set for September 27
The Authority is hosting its 33rd Annual Waterways Cleanup as part of the Cumberland County Clean Communities Program on September 27. This event is being held in conjunction with the annual Ocean Conservancy’s International Coastal Cleanup (ICC), hosted in New Jersey by the New Jersey Clean Communities Council. Through the
Rutgers’ Agrivoltaics Wins Solar Farm Award
The North American Agrivoltaics Awards program announced recently that Rutgers’ work in agrivoltaics has won its “Solar Farm of 2025” award. For the past several years, a project at Rutgers University, the Rutgers Agrivoltaics Program (RAP), has been focused on “agrivoltaics,” also known as “dual-use” solar, and is showing that
Jets’ Preseason Collapse Raises Alarms Over Justin Fields and Passing Attack
The New York Jets lost their second preseason game on Saturday, August 16, 2025, at MetLife Stadium by a score of 31-12 to the New York Giants. The result followed a win in their first preseason outing against the Green Bay Packers. Quarterback Justin Fields, who signed with the Jets
Keeping the Band’s Vibe Alive
Artimus Pyle has led the kind of life you dream of if you lived in a Jerry Bruckheimer film. He survived three plane crashes, one that made worldwide news. His own father died in a plane crash. He piloted aircraft for the Marines. But to earn his daily bread, Pyle,
Just Peachy
Jersey Fresh peaches from the region’s farm markets are the main ingredient in this cake recipe. Peaches of all varieties are in season, so don’t miss out on baking this delicious fruit into some yummy desserts. A good start is this peach upside-down cake. For a video of recipe prep
Village Visit
Re-enactors of the Second Pennsylvania Second Regimental Line–Continental Army make ready to advance their ranks to fire upon the British. Each soldier is dressed in a uniform that denotes the state he is from. Batsto Mansion is the backdrop in this photos. Photos by the Author Batsto Village is an
Vineland Pool Player Dominates National Championships
“Jersey Devil” Jose Vicente of Vineland dominated the 37th Annual Junior National Pool Championships, hosted by the Billiard Education Foundation (BEF) in July at the Oakley Lindsay Civic Center in Quincy, IL. He swept the 16 and under boys 9-Ball finals and took the gold with a commanding 8-2 win
Keystone Club Enjoys Service Project
Teen members from the Boys & Girls Clubs of Cumberland County dropped off toiletries and other donations to “Always Supporting Our Military,” a non-profit that sends care packages to our deployed soldiers. They also helped pack boxes and stack shelves and had a good time overall helping with this project
Finding ‘Truth’
From left: Naomi Ingraldi, Alan Mounier, Jacqueline Sandro-Greenwell, Randolph Wilfong, and Lisa Weatheril with the “Truth” sculpture at Clay College in Millville. “Truth” is found in unexpected places. By Naomi Ingraldi, Vineland Historical and Antiquarian Society Trustee On a muggy Wednesday morning, “Truth” was found gazing down on Millville’s Vine
Devils’ Luke Hughes Contract Talks Mired in Conflicting Insider Reports
The New Jersey Devils entered the summer with a clear objective: find a top-six winger to pair with either Nico Hischier or Jack Hughes — a move that never materialized. General manager Tom Fitzgerald did not bring in a marquee scorer, and as the offseason progressed, the team’s focus shifted
Aaron Glenn Calls for Discipline After Jets’ Flag-Filled Win Over Packers
On Saturday night, August 9, 2025, at Lambeau Field in Green Bay, the New York Jets opened their preseason with a 30-10 win over the Green Bay Packers, but first-year head coach Aaron Glenn said the number of penalties remained a major concern. The Jets were called for 12 penalties,
Claire’s Stores Slated for Closure
Claire’s, located inside Vineland’s Cumberland Mall, will soon close its doors, according to many industry experts and company statements. Claire’s has 24 other New Jersey stores, and all are slated for potential closure, according to court records. USA TODAY reported that the large mall jewelry chain, which filed for bankruptcy
