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Meet & Greet at Millville Woman’s Club
Millville Woman’s Club (MWC) held its annual Meet & Greet meeting recently. Pam McNamee, president, welcomed members and guests. She noted that guests would learn about club activities as well as the inner workings of the club and members would be brought up-to-date on club activities. She mentioned many of
Saturday, October 25, in Cumberland County
HalloWheaton. WheatonArts, 1000 Glasstown Rd., Millville. 1–4 p.m. Trick-or-Treat in costume and meet characters played by Mystic Realms actors. Join a campus-wide scavenger hunt. Free event. wheatonarts.org Boo at the Zoo. Cohanzick Zoo, 45 Mayor Aitken Dr., Bridgeton. 11 a.m.–2 p.m. Family-friendly afternoon of trick-or-treating, animal encounters, crafts, music, and
Ant-sy About Ants
This crow is “passive anting” by spreading its wing feathers to allow ants to crawl over feathers. PHOTO: Marie-Lan Taÿ Pamart, CC BY 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons Read about a creepy crawly practice seen in birds—and not only during the Halloween season. Possibly you recall an article we published about
New, More Efficient Buses Come Online
Following the September announcement of a new dedicated Vineland-Atlantic shuttle line, NJ TRANSIT recently unveiled the first of 175 40-foot New Flyer buses that will be arriving through June 2026. The upgrades are part of NJ TRANSIT President & CEO Kris Kolluri’s pledge to replace or modernize every outdated bus
NJ Veterans Home, Preferred Care Among Best Nursing Homes
New Jersey Veterans Home-Vineland was recently named the 12th best of the largest nursing homes in the state by Newsweek’s America’s Best Nursing Homes 2026 ranking. Preferred Care of Cumberland in Bridgeton came in at number 32. In partnership with data firm Statista, the publication recognized 1,200 facilities—out of 14,752
Hunter To Be Honored by Scouting America as a Woman of Achievement
Scouting America Garden State Council is hosting an evening dedicated to honoring women whose vision, service, and leadership make a lasting difference in our communities. Presented by Performance Marketing & Signage, this year’s celebration will recognize seven women from southern New Jersey counties, including Dawn S. Hunter, who has been
Best Florida Sports Betting Sites – Top 5 FL Online Sportsbooks (2025 Update)
Get set to win big in the Sunshine State with our first-hand reviews of the best sports betting sites in Florida! That’s right! We know how hard it is to find trustworthy online sportsbooks, so we’ve made it easier for you by compiling a list of the most reliable ones
Come Saturday Morning…
Joan Maloney and friends helped beautify the Maurice River. Friends, community team up to prioritize waterway cleanup on a recent Saturday. The Authority hosted its 33rd Annual Waterways Cleanup, sponsored by the Cumberland County Clean Communities Program on Saturday, September 28. The Waterways Cleanup was held in conjunction with the
Pineland Learning Center Benefits from Breakfast Deliveries
Pineland Learning Center in Vineland was one of six schools benefitting from recent breakfast deliveries made by First Harvest Credit Union to kick off the back-to-school season. These deliveries, along with additional community reinvestment and giveback programs, are part of the credit union’s 85 Acts of Kindness initiative, which is
Rivera Takes $26,000 on Game Show
Linda Rivera of Vineland recently proved her skill by winning cash and prizes worth $26,000 on Wheel of Fortune. Her moment of fame, though, came along with becoming a viral sensation when she had a chance to walk away with a $70,000 prize but made an error many thought was
Aaron Glenn Under Heavy Fire After Jets’ Embarrassing 0-6 Start
The New York Jets are staring down a nightmare start to their season, winless through six games and struggling to find stability under first-year head coach Aaron Glenn. After a 13-11 loss to the Denver Broncos on Sunday, October 5, 2025, in London, the Jets sit at the very bottom
Forty7 Motorsports Sells Property and Ownership Interest in NJMP to Van der Steur Racing
Forty7 Motorsports, known for providing support for drivers both on and off the track, has sold its prime location, assets, and ownership interest in New Jersey Motorsports Park (NJMP) to the International Motor Sports Association (IMSA) professional race program: Van der Steur Racing (VDSR). Gunnar van der Steur, president and
CCTEC Foundation Hosts 10th Anniversary Celebration
Carter Schaffer, Class of 2024, left, and Dante Mazzeo, Class of 2025 spoke about their experiences at the school. The Cumberland County Technical Education Center (CCTEC) Foundation proudly hosted its 10th Anniversary Celebration recently. This celebration brought together employers, community leaders, donors, families, and Foundation Board members to recognize the
Millville Goalie Tallies 100th Career Save
Millville High School varsity field hockey goalie Adriana Parent recently notched her 100th career save. She is a junior, which makes this milestone all that more meaningful. In her Millville career, besides her saves, Parent contributed to 23 wins, 14 shutouts, and has stopped every stroke attempt against her. True
Homecoming
Phil Vassar celebrates the 25th anniversary of his breakthrough hit at The Levoy. Vineland native Steve Lemon is grateful to open for him. Like many young musicians scattered throughout the country, Steve Lemon pictured himself as a star, performing in clubs throughout southeastern Pennsylvania and southern New Jersey, writing songs,
Jawbone Gallery Presents “ORNITHOLOGY” — A Celebration of Birds in Art
Jawbone Gallery, Cape May’s contemporary fine art destination, is proud to present “ORNITHOLOGY’, a group exhibition on view from October 25 – December 21, 2025, with an opening reception on Saturday, October 25, from 6–8 PM. “ORNITHOLOGY” takes flight as an electrifying group art exhibition that celebrates the wild and
Archdiocese of Newark to Honor New Jersey Police at 32nd Annual Blue Mass
The Archdiocese of Newark will honor New Jersey’s law enforcement officers — including those who lost their lives in the line of duty — at its 32nd Annual Blue Mass on Thursday, Oct. 30, at 10 a.m. at the Cathedral Basilica of the Sacred Heart in Newark.The solemn ceremony will feature
Evgenii Dadonov Suffers Hand Fracture, Placed on Injured Reserve
The New Jersey Devils confirmed that forward Evgenii Dadonov suffered a hand fracture during the team’s season opener against the Carolina Hurricanes in Raleigh, North Carolina, on Thursday, October 9, 2025. The injury occurred late in the game when Dadonov took a puck off his glove. He played only two
Get CLUE-d in on Third Friday, Mystery on High, October Art Crawl
Mystery on High, the October Art Crawl, and Third Friday gallery opening receptions will all collide on Friday, October 17. Downtown Millville is the place to find this eclectic mixup of art and free Halloween fun for the whole family. Enjoy balloon twisting, hair tinseling, henna tattooing, face painting, live
Best Delta 9 Gummies for 2025: Top-Rated THC Edibles for Potent Effects and Flavor
If you’re on the lookout for the best Delta 9 THC products but don’t want the hassle of dealing with measurements and dosages, Delta 9 gummies are a simple, tasty solution. These edibles come in precisely measured doses, making them both convenient and beginner-friendly, while offering a wide variety of
Project Thanksgiving’s 17th Annual Turkey Drive Kicks Off with Generous Donation
From left: Alex Kaganzev, Angela Papadopoulos, and Mark Edwards. Project Thanksgiving’s 17th annual turkey drive got off to a resounding start with Franklin Bank’s $1,000 donation. Mark Edwards, president, presented the check to Alex Kaganzev, founder, and Angela Papadopoulos, director of events. Project Thanksgiving is scheduled for Saturday, November 22.
Best Autoflower Seeds for 2025: Reviewed & Compared
Autoflower cannabis seeds are becoming a top choice for new growers thanks to their ability to flower automatically, making cultivation far less stressful. They’re also popular among experienced cultivators for their reliable, high-yield harvests of potent plants. In our search for the best autoflowering marijuana seeds, Seed Supreme’s Northern Lights
Century Tells Phillis Wheatley Story
A hush fell over the great room of the Vineland Historical Society. Softly at first, then slowly building, were the sounds of the ocean. Out of sight of the audience, a voice emerged. It was a child’s voice, telling the horrors of a months-long ocean voyage from West Africa to
Wakefern Supermarket Banners to Host Job Fairs on Oct. 18
Wakefern Food Corp. supermarket banners ShopRite, Price Rite Marketplace, The Fresh Grocer, Gourmet Garage and Fairway Market are inviting job seekers to explore exciting career opportunities during a series of walk-in hiring fairs on Saturday, Oct. 18. From 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., participating store locations across New Jersey, New
Properly Cloaked…
This woolly bear caterpillar assumes a defensive posture; by rolling into a ball it protects its soft underside against predators like wasps. Photo J. Morton Galetto …for Halloween? Yes, but a wide band of orange hairs on the woolly bear caterpillar does not predict a cold winter. As we approach
The Guidance Center to Honor John F. Scarpa
The Guidance Center will honor longtime community advocate John F. Scarpa at its ninth annual awards dinner on Thursday, October 23, at Merighi’s Savoy Inn in Vineland. Scarpa will receive the prestigious 2025 Mental Health Distinguished Community Leadership Award for his outstanding contributions to the greater Cumberland County area. He
Saquon Barkley Detailed Giants’ Refusal of Trade Request in New Documentary
Saquon Barkley’s five-year documentary project, “Saquon,” premiered Thursday on Prime Video in conjunction with Amazon’s broadcast of the Philadelphia Eagles versus New York Giants game. Filmed continuously from 2020 through 2025, the production documented his ACL surgery and recovery, contract negotiations with the Giants, and his eventual transition to the
No Horsing Around: It’s All About Community Service
Boys & Girls Clubs of Cumberland County Keystone Club teen members helped with a cleanup day as a community service effort for the Flying First Class Equestrian and Community Outreach Center in Bridgeton. The Keystone Club is a Boys & Girls Club program that provides leadership development opportunities for youth
A Night in Nevermore
October 7 marked the 176th anniversary of the death of American writer and poet Edgar Allen Poe. How better to celebrate his literary legacy than a POE-themed program at the historical and society building! On Tuesday, October 7, the Vineland Historical Society welcomed Poe devotees from the area to raise
RCSJ Hosts Save a Life Day, Building Community Connections and Reducing the Stigma Around Addiction
On September 25, 2025, Rowan College of South Jersey (RCSJ) collaborated with Gloucester County Addiction Services, Rowan University-Virtua School of Osteopathic Medicine (Rowan-Virtua SOM), and Living Proof Recovery Center, at its Gloucester Campus for Save a Life Day—an educational, community-based event designed to provide resources to community members and reduce
