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Boys & Girls Club of Cumberland County Named Non-Profit of the Year
From left: Club board member Larry Birch; Club Board President Carolyn Kaspar; Club executive board member Sandra Weber; and Club CEO Chris Volker. The Boys & Girls Clubs of Cumberland County was named Non-Profit Organization of the Year by the Greater Vineland Chamber of Commerce. The presentation was made at
Two More Rite Aid Stores Set to Close
Two more Cumberland County Rite Aid pharmacies are expected to close soon. The Vineland location at 1889 S. Lincoln Avenue and the Millville location at 907 N. High Street are on the most recent list of proposed closings. The embattled one-time pharmacy chain giant has announced it will be closing
Poetry Slam Winner is Vineland Poet
Compelling “Freedom Rhymer” poet Tony “TJ” Jordan of Vineland recently captured first place in the second annual mental health edition poetry contest in Metuchen, NJ, run by Left Turn Village. Inspired by the “Freedom Riders” of the Black Civil Rights Movement, Freedom Rhymers is a collective of poets and verbal
Inspira Health Earns Becker’s Review Rating
As health systems continue to grapple with financial pressures from rising labor and supply costs and reimbursement challenges, days cash on hand remains an important measure of financial stability. Becker’s Hospital Review recently released a list of the top 30 health systems in the country, based on current days cash
Civil Air Patrol Cadet Receives Award
Cadet Staff Sergeant Trevor Farmer recently received the Daughters of the American Revolution Award for Outstanding Civil Air Patrol Cadet 2025 from Valerie Kontes Baron, Regent of Greenwich Tea Burning Chapter NJ DAR at the Vineland National Guard Armory. Cadet Farmer was recently promoted to Staff Sergeant, the first NCO
Bottino Cancer Foundation Donates $40,000
From left: Robin Walton, senior vice president of external affairs and chief philanthropy officer at Inspira Health, Bill Bottino Jr., who presented the donation on behalf of the family’s foundation, Amy Mansue, president and CEO of Inspira Health and Gary Galloway, former chair of the Inspira Health Foundation. With a
Millville Student Earns Gold Medal Congressional Award
Josephine Parlo, an 11th grade Millville High School student, has earned the Gold Medal in the Congressional Award Program. In a special ceremony held at his Northfield office, Congressman Jeff Van Drew (NJ-2) presented Parlo with the Gold Medal, along with a formal Congressional Proclamation and a Challenge Coin, in
Historical Society Named ‘Partner of the Year’
Back row, from left: Daniel Kuzma; Valerie Neuber, president; and Jennifer Hainley. Front row: R. Alan Mounier, Naomi Ingraldi, and Warren Crescenzo, vice president. The Vineland Historical and Antiquarian Society was named Partner of the Year by the Greater Vineland Chamber of Commerce (GVCC). The award was presented at the
Lakeside Middle School Student Dominates at AAU District Track Meet
The Millville Public School District is proud to celebrate the outstanding achievements of JioVanni Cochran, a student-athlete at Lakeside Middle School, who delivered an exceptional performance at the AAU District Track and Field Competition held in New Brunswick, NJ on Sunday, June 1. JioVanni earned first-place finishes in three events—the
Aiming for Native Species
The hummingbird clearwing moth’s caterpillars use the leaves of arrowwood as a food source. This moth is getting nectar from phlox. Clearwings are critical pollinators. Photo: J. Morton Galetto There is a native shrub in our yard that appears at will and is really quite beautiful; horticulturalists describe it as
Country Pink: Sara Evans at The Levoy
With her most recent album, Unbroke, Sara Evans wanted to showcase a more vulnerable side. “It’s more introspective and raw compared to some of my earlier work,” says Evans, who performs at Levoy Theatre on Saturday, June 21. “I’ve always loved telling stories, but this album feels like a
Cumberland County Department of Health Issues Rabies Exposure Alert in Port Norris
The Cumberland County Department of Health is alerting residents in the Port Norris area of a potential rabies exposure involving a litter of kittens from the North Avenue block near Main Street. A recent investigation has confirmed that one of the kittens tested positive for rabies. Some kittens from the
Millville Historical Society Ice Cream Social Welcomes Betsy Ross June 14
Well, “Heavens to Betsy!” The Millville Historical Society is thrilled to welcome the famous flagmaker herself, Betsy Ross, on Saturday, June 14th. Festivities for this year’s MHS Ice Cream Social begin at 1:00 pm at the 1814 David C. Wood Mansion House located at 821 Columbia Avenue, Millville, New Jersey,
Jesper Bratt Is Closing In on History as Devils’ Star Continues Career Surge
Jesper Bratt is having his best season yet with the New Jersey Devils, and now he’s just four points away from reaching 90 points for the first time in his NHL career. Right now, he has 86 points on the season, made up of 20 goals and 66 assists –
Imagine Art Camp Open for Registration in Cumberland County
Cumberland County 4-H is now taking applications for their Imagine Art Camp Summer Enrichment Program to be held July 21st -24th at the Cumberland County 4-H Office. The cost for the weeklong day camp is $65.00 per child, and registration forms are available at the Cumberland County 4-H Office 291
New Jersey Awards $3.5M for Inclusive Healthy Communities Projects
Commissioner Sarah Adelman has announced the Department of Human Services has awarded an additional 14 grants to help organizations across the state implement inclusive initiatives that support individuals with disabilities in the communities in which they live, work, learn, and play. “The Inclusive Healthy Communities (IHC) Grant Program is helping
Kumon Donates Sweet Cases to Support NJ Foster Youth
Kumon North America’s staff members teamed up with Foster Love – Together We Rise to decorate, assemble and donate about 50 sweet cases for foster children in New Jersey. Foster Love, which paired Kumon with Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Newark, is a non profit organization with a mission
Best Texas Bitcoin Gambling Sites: Top TX Crypto Online Gambling Websites for Fast Payouts in 2025
The crypto boom has engulfed the Lone Star State, and it’s not just about Bitcoin mining anymore — Texas Bitcoin gambling sites are thriving across the state. And for good reason. Some of these platforms rival the best online casinos in the world, offering lightning-fast payouts, generous crypto bonuses, and
Steve Wilks Joins Aaron Glenn to Rebuild the Jets Defense in 2025
Steve Wilks is returning to the NFL as the New York Jets’ defensive coordinator. He was hired on February 1, 2025, after not working in the league during the 2024 season. Previously, he was the San Francisco 49ers’ defensive coordinator in 2023. That season, the 49ers made it to Super
Packaging Legislation Could Raise Costs in New Jersey
As New Jersey families brace for energy bills projected to rise by 20% this summer, the Legislature is advancing a proposal that could add even more financial pressure. The Chamber of Commerce Southern New Jersey (CCSNJ) has expressed serious concerns over Senate Bill 3398 and Assembly Bill 5009, the “Packaging
Best Texas Sports Betting Sites: Top 10 TX Online Sportsbooks (July 2025)
With online gambling heating up in the Lone Star State, finding the best Texas sports betting sites can feel like sorting through a BBQ menu — lots of great options, but only a few worth going back for. Luckily, we’ve done the heavy lifting for you. Whether you’re backing the
Mason Taylor’s Jets Contract Still Pending as Negotiations Continue
As of early June 2025, tight end Mason Taylor remains the only unsigned rookie from the New York Jets’ 2025 draft class. The Jets selected Taylor with the No. 42 overall pick in the second round of the NFL Draft, but his contract has not been finalized due to a
Millville Student Awarded Congressional Gold Medal
Millville Public Schools proudly announces that Josephine Parlo, an accomplished and community-driven 11th grade Millville High School student, has earned the Gold Medal in the Congressional Award Program, the highest recognition bestowed by the United States Congress for youth who demonstrate exceptional initiative, achievement, and service. In a special ceremony
Brenden Rickards Named Interim President of RCSJ
At the Rowan College of South Jersey (RCSJ) Board of Trustees meeting held on Tuesday, May 6, 2025, Brenden Rickards, Ph.D., was appointed interim president of RCSJ. He will officially assume the role on July 1, 2025. Rickards has been an employee at the College for the past 17 years beginning
Devils Add Veteran Coach Brad Shaw to Sheldon Keefe’s Staff
The New Jersey Devils have officially hired Brad Shaw as an assistant coach, and he will join the team on July 1, 2025. This move comes shortly after the team made changes to its coaching structure, including the departure of defensive assistant Ryan McGill earlier in May. With head coach
NARTP Building 2 Marks Major Milestone in South Jersey Innovation
The National Aerospace Research & Technology Park (NARTP), in partnership with Atlantic County, the Atlantic County Improvement Authority (ACIA), the Atlantic County Economic Alliance (ACEA), the New Jersey Economic Development Authority (NJEDA), and the U.S. Economic Development Administration (USEDA), celebrated a significant milestone on Saturday with the beam signing of
SBA Disaster Loans Support New Jersey Businesses After I-80 Sinkholes
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has approved more than $1.8 million in federal disaster loans to support New Jersey businesses and private nonprofits (PNP) organizations affected by the sinkholes on Interstate 80 occurring Dec. 26, 2024. As of May 22, 2025, the SBA has provided over $2 million to
New Jersey Devils Face Precise UFA Decisions on Nathan Bastian and Daniel Sprong
As the 2025 NHL offseason begins, the New Jersey Devils need to make decisions on two unrestricted free agents: Nathan Bastian and Daniel Sprong. Both players are depth forwards, but they come from very different paths. The team’s bottom six forwards were a weak point last season, and General Manager
City of Vineland to Open Esports Room at the Public Library
The City of Vineland and the Vineland Public Library cordially invite the public to a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new Esports Room on Monday, June 16, at 4:00 pm. Guests will be able to get a first look at the state-of-the-art gaming equipment, meet the team behind the project, and
Rowan College of South Jersey Offers Free Workforce Training
Rowan College of South Jersey’s Cumberland and Gloucester Campuses are now offering free workforce training for New Jersey private sector and non-profit employees through the Workplace Literacy and Basic Skills Training Grant Program. This opportunity helps organizations build stronger teams and develop essential skills in the areas of Leadership, Employee
