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Teens Earn Community Service Awards
Several Boys & Girls Clubs of Cumberland County City teen members Keystone Club were recipients of a Community Service Award at the City of Bridgeton’s First Annual Urban Enterprise Zone Awards Gala, celebrating leadership, partnership, and community excellence. The Urban Enterprise Zone Authority’s mission is to strengthen local economies, support
RK Chevrolet is Record Fundraiser in Memory of Sandy Gee
RK Chevrolet – Vineland achieved a major milestone recently when its fundraising efforts for the American Cancer Society’s Making Strides Against Breast Cancer initiative surpassed $1 million. It is the fourth group in Making Strides history to reach this fundraising milestone, according to a media release from the National Automobile
Optum To Close Medical Offices at End of Month
Optum, a health provider owned by UnitedHealth, is abruptly closing nearly 90 medical offices across New Jersey by the end of November, impacting a wide range of services, including primary and pediatric care, mental health, and specialty services. At press time, according to the Optum location page and other media
Secretary Wengryn Distributes Food to Support Families Ahead of Thanksgiving
New Jersey Secretary of Agriculture Ed Wengryn today joined volunteers and Southern Regional Food Distribution Center (SRFDC) Executive Director Jill N. Lombardo-Melchiore at their Vineland facility for their Turkey Day Food Drive to help provide food to neighbors in need. “Food insecurity is a real issue facing many New Jersey
Jets’ CB Kris Boyd Hospitalized After Early-Morning Shooting in Midtown NYC
New York Jets CB Kris Boyd is in critical condition after being shot early Sunday morning, November 16, 2025, in Midtown Manhattan. The shooting occurred shortly after 2 a.m. on West 38th Street near Seventh Avenue, outside the Sei Less restaurant. Police did not immediately identify the victim, but sources
Holiday Procession and Tree Lighting Ceremony on November 28 in Sea Isle City
Mayor Leonard Desiderio invites everyone to kick-off the 2025 holiday season in grand style during Sea Isle City’s Holiday Procession and Tree Lighting Ceremony on Friday, November 28. The fun will begin at 6:00 PM with a festive Holiday Process along JFK Boulevard, featuring costumed holiday characters, live music, families,
Third Friday at Riverfront Renaissance Center for the Arts
Riverfront Renaissance Center for the Arts, 22 N. High St., Millville. Third Friday at the Riverfront Renaissance Center for the Arts is presented by PNC Arts Alive. Experience the art, meet the artists, enjoy refreshments. Art Reception is Friday, November 21, from 6 to 8 p.m. with live music by
Avena Competes in Team Series Fishing Tourney
Pro bass fisherman Adrian “Jersey Boy” Avena of Vineland is competing in the fourth event of the 2025 season, the Major League Fishing (MLF) Fishing Clash Team Series Presented by Bass Pro Shops, which began this week in Shreveport and Bossier City, LA. Avena is joined by Mark Daniels Jr.,
Accelerated Path to Pharmacy Degree Saves Time and Money
Rachel Kustera, 2024 Pre-Pharm.D. graduate and current Pharm.D. student at Fairleigh Dickinson University, following her 2023 receipt of the Women in STEM scholarship. Rowan College of South Jersey’s (RCSJ) Pre-Pharm.D. program was launched over a decade ago and recently expanded to include both campuses. It helps students save time and
Spuds for the Holidays
Potatoes originated in South America’s Andes mountains. More than 4,000 varieties are grown in Peru, with local markets boasting a huge selection. Note the different types in the background. Photo: Lima, Peru. Photos: J. Morton Galetto The versatile tuber, genetically related to the tomato, is destined to star at our
RCSJ–Cumberland Celebrates Members of the Armed Forces
Justin Rubiski, United States Army veteran and Rowan College of South Jersey radiography program student, pictured here with his family, was honored at RCSJ–Cumberland’s Veterans Day Celebration. Rowan College of South Jersey–Cumberland (RCSJ) proudly hosted a Veterans Day Celebration on Monday, November 10, the same day as the United States
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Civil Rights Pioneer Bernice V. Byrd Couch, Member of the Historic Claymont 12, Dies at 84
Bernice Victoria “Sandy” Byrd Couch — one of the 12 Black students who desegregated Claymont High School in 1952 — passed away on November 13, 2025, at age 84. At just 11 years old, she took her place among the Claymont 12, who on September 4, 1952, entered Claymont High
Lakeside Middle School Teacher Honored
Millville Public Schools proudly celebrates Thomas Hickman, science teacher with the STAR Academy at Lakeside Middle School, for being named a Grand Marshal by the STAR Academy organization—the highest honor bestowed upon educators in the program. Hickman, a member of Lakeside’s Lightning Learning Team, was selected from among 60 active
A Place of Honor
Downe Township honors veterans at new memorial park. A long awaited Veterans Memorial Park became a reality on November 8 when the residents of Downe Township took part in its dedication. The Downe Township Green Team volunteers brought the project to life with funds from grants, money raised from community
Giants Fire Brian Daboll After 2-8 Start, Elevate Mike Kafka to Interim HC
The New York Giants fired head coach Brian Daboll after their 24-20 loss to the Chicago Bears on Sunday, a defeat that dropped the team to 2-8 through the first 10 games of the 2025 season. The team informed CNN on Monday that Daboll had been relieved of his duties,
Alpha Delta Kappa Phi Chapter Celebrates 50 Years
Members of Alpha Delta Kappa, Phi Chapter, which includes Vineland and Millville, gathered recently to commemorate the organization’s 50th anniversary, marking a half-century of dedication to education, community service, and lifelong friendship. The milestone celebration brought together original charter members, longtime educators, and current members of the chapter, honoring the
Inspira Health Secures Grant to Enhance Autism Care
Inspira Health has received a $1 million grant from the State of New Jersey to expand its Autism Diagnostic Centers (ADCs) in Woodbury and Bridgeton. This funding, spearheaded by Senator Nilsa Cruz-Perez, Assemblymen William Moen and William Spearman, and Majority Leader Lou Greenwald, will enhance access to timely, high-quality autism
Appel Farm Marks 65 Years, Recalls Glory Days
Appel Farm Arts and Music Center in Elmer recently marked its 65th anniversary with a weekend celebration, reminiscent of those it hosted for 25 years starting in 1989. This music festival at its peak in the 1990s and 2000s drew crowds of 10,000 and became known as a cultural landmark
Greater Vineland Chamber of Commerce: Advocacy Update
From Advocacy Committee Chair Dennis Palmer The Legislature has reconvened after a long summer and election break. We know the outcome of the governor’s race, but maybe as many as five Assembly seats were also picked up, the biggest blue majority in the Assembly since Watergate. More than 3.2 million
Devils Edge Penguins in Shootout, Expose Pittsburgh’s Late-Game Collapse
On Saturday night at the Prudential Center, the New Jersey Devils extended their flawless home record to 7-0-0 by edging the Pittsburgh Penguins 2-1 in a shootout. Goaltender Jake Allen made 33 saves as New Jersey improved to 11-4-0 overall and 7-0-0 on home ice. The Devils are now one
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For the Love of Books
Support local authors while you start your holiday shopping. Event is funded in part by a grant received through the Cumberland County Cultural and Heritage Commission. Armstrong, librarian at Bridgeton Public Library as well as the director of programming and youth services, is in the business of pushing stories. She
Golf Classic Raises $30,000+ for Adult Center for Transition
Rowan College of South Jersey (RCSJ) and the Rowan College of South Jersey Foundation hosted its 4th Annual President’s Golf Classic at the Pitman Golf Course, benefiting the college’s Adult Center for Transition (ACT). This event marked the biggest Golf Classic thus far with 108 golfers participating and the Foundation
ON TRACK: The Woodstown Central Railroad Offers Excursions Through the Seasons
The restoration of the #9 steam engine was a work in progress for about 13 years and cost about $1 million. Prior to the restoration it hadn’t been in operation since 1981. It is designed to travel at 15 to 25 miles per hour. Fenwick Grove, Pumpkin Train excursion. PHOTOS
DRBA Dedicates Expanded Memorial Wall on Veterans Day
Today, Delaware River and Bay Authority (DRBA) officials joined with federal and state elected officials to commemorate the completion of the iconic Wall of Remembrance Memorial renovation project, located at Veterans Memorial Park adjacent to the Delaware Memorial Bridge. The $5 million, multi-phase project, which began in June 2024, significantly
City of Millville Awarded $5,000 Environmental Stewardship Grant
The City of Millville has been awarded a $5,000 grant to support an environmental stewardship project in its community. This funding is provided through the Atlantic City Electric Sustainable Communities Grant program, administered in partnership with Sustainable Jersey. “This program is all about elevating the work already happening in our
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Congress Honors Plevins with Proclamation
Stephen Plevins has been honored with a Proclamation from the U.S. House of Representatives and Congressman Jeff Van Drew. He is honored for his contributions to Vineland and Cumberland County and being named 2024 Boxing Man of the Year from the New Jersey Boxing Hall of Fame. Plevins was honored
Is Jake Allen’s Slump a Concern or Just a Temporary Setback for the Devils?
The New Jersey Devils have opened their season 9-4-0 through 13 games, putting them near the top of the Metropolitan Division. After losing their season opener, they responded with an eight-game winning streak. Much of that success came from backup goaltender Jake Allen, who took over when Jacob Markström was
