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When it comes to buying car insurance, a little extra knowledge goes a long way. Auto insurance policies can be jam-packed with odd terms and legal details that make them difficult to understand. Here are some car insurance terms you should know in order to get the best possible policy.
Woman’s Club Supports Children’s Alliance
Millville Woman’s Club (MWC) is a member of the New Jersey State Federation of Women’s Clubs (NJSFWC) and for the next two years the Special State Project is the New Jersey Children’s Alliance (NJCA). This organization focuses on children who are victims of abuse. The first leg of the Special
City Officials: Take Precautions Against Mosquito-Borne Illnesses
The Vineland Health Department reports confirmation of three human cases of West Nile virus (WNV) in the City of Vineland within the last few weeks. Three individuals tested positive with symptoms reported mid-August. West Nile virus (WNV) is spread by the bite of an infected mosquito. Symptoms may include fever,
A Most Unusual Tree
For an estimated 200 years, a once mighty oak tree flourished next to a sawmill that led the way for the once mighty railroads to crisscross in Richland Village in Buena Vista Township. When time and changes took the life from this tree, it still had a 125-foot wingspan and
We Remember
Standing incongruously along the far reaches of Northeast Boulevard in Vineland, in front of a nondescript industrial site in a long row of them, is a beautiful and lovingly created memorial to the losses of September 11, 2001. It makes Southern NJ Steel (SNJS) stand out, not only in the
A ‘Faire’ September in Greenwich
It was not going to happen. It was over. And then it wasn’t. Greenwich, a tiny historic town hugging Cumberland County’s bayside coastline, has been the setting of an artisan and craft faire toward the end of September since most folks can remember. It’s been a tradition for more than
Mentor on The Green Holds First Graduation, Gets Donation to Continue Program
A remarkable milestone was reached at the Eastlyn Golf Club recently as the Mentor On The Green Program celebrated its first graduation ceremony. The event marked the culmination of a transformative 10-week mentorship and golf program, applied by “Outta Boundz Mentoring Group,” designed for middle and high schools. With a
Ghost Trees
In 1964, my great uncle Richard J. Dorer wrote a book entitled Ghost Tree Speaks. He was an employee of the Minnesota Department of Natural Resources and is credited with the purchase of land in the Whitewater Valley—a valley ravaged by deforestation and then massive erosion. The initial goal was
Mayor, City Council Position Drawing Conducted
Two candidates for mayor and six candidates for five city council seats will appear on the ballot for the Tuesday, November 5 non-partisan municipal election in Vineland. The ballot position drawing conducted by municipal clerk Keith Petrosky and his staff set the order of candidates as they will appear on
Cumberland Clerk Returns Ballot to Party Line; GOP Gets Column A
This story is being republished under a special NJ News Commons content-sharing agreement. Link to story: njspotlightnews.org/2024/07/nj-back-to-school-tax-holiday-ends-lasted-just-2-years Office-block ballots arrived in Cumberland County earlier this month. Two weeks later, they’re gone. The Cumberland’s Clerk’s office unveiled an initial ballot earlier this month, but the design garnered controversy for two reasons—the
Project Thanksgiving sponsored a $1,000 scholarship to a second-year college student in partnership with the Big Brothers Big Sisters of Cumberland & Salem Counties (BBBS). The recipient must have an affiliation with the military and BBBS of Cumberland & Salem Counties. Alex Kaganzev and Angela Papadopoulos presented the first annual
Sailing Into September
September is finally on our doorstep, bringing with it a packed calendar of fall events that can happily distract you from your to-do lists. Yes, the house and yard need to be locked down for colder weather, but not yet. Hey, is that a festival in Mauricetown? Is the A.J.
Millville Public Schools to Move from No-Bag to Clear-Bag Requirement for Ticketed Events
As part of its ongoing commitment to ensuring a safe and enjoyable experience for everyone attending ticketed events, Millville Public Schools is making an important update to ticketed event bag requirements. Effective Friday, September 6, the district will be moving from a no-bag requirement to a clear-bag requirement for all
Sea Level Rising
The world’s coastlines are in retreat and encroaching on uplands. Delaware Bayshore scientists who study our coastal marshes are concerned by the accelerated rate of their loss. In the 2010’s Dr. Danielle Kreeger, then director of science at the Partnership for the Delaware Estuary, gave multiple presentations about the diminishing
Vineland Patriot Day Ceremony Set for 9/11
The City of Vineland 2024 Patriot Day Ceremony is scheduled for Wednesday, September 11 beginning at 5 p.m. This year’s ceremony will be held in Vineland City Council Chambers located at 624 E. Wood Street, on the second floor. Join members of the Vineland fire, police, and emergency medical services,
Power Smoothie
If you want to start eating healthier, or you’re trying to get your kids to eat their veggies, a sweet, yummy chocolate peanut butter smoothie will do the trick! We’ll admit, the idea of blending chocolate and vegetables doesn’t sound appealing, but trust us, this rich, delicious smoothie will have
Theater Teaches…
Despite the lingering heat, the time has come: It’s back-to-school season. However, learning and creating long-lasting family memories should continue even after the school bell tolls. As a South Jersey kid myself, I know Cumberland County is bustling with opportunities for children to grow. A newly renovated library holds worlds
Vineland’s Jimenez Named All-American Scholar-Athlete
Sophomore Davi Jimenez of Vineland is one of 18 of Goldey-Beacom’s student-athletes tabbed an All-America Scholar-Athlete by the National Fastpitch Coaches Association for having at least a 3.5 GPA during the 2023-24 academic yerar. This year’s softball team again was a force on the field and in the classroom, recording
School Supply Drive
The Boys & Girls Clubs of Cumberland County (BGC) would like to send a big thank you to Strive Physical Therapy for holding a school supply drive for club kids. The club appreciates support from the community for its life-changing programs that help youth in the community. For more information
Vineland Player Advances in College Baseball
Vineland native Josiah Ragsdale, a high-level Major League Baseball (MLB) prospect, recently earned a spot on the 2024 All- New England Collegiate Baseball League 2nd team. The NECBL is second only to the Cape Cod League as a New England summer wood bat league where the highest-level college prospects play.
Healthy Start to the School Year
The excitement of a new school year unfolds each year when families flood the superstore aisles to buy classroom supplies, tape afterschool schedules on the fridge and organize carpools with friends. Common to each family is a desire for children to remain healthy, active and ready to learn. To prepare
Activities and Relationships
Summer is coming to a close. Perhaps like most of us, you have used the warm weather to get outside and be physically active. Extra hours of sunlight usually help us to feel more cheerful and optimistic, even energetic. Granted, there were weeks of unrelenting heat, but we can always
F&S Fresh Foods Acquires Calavo Brand
Calavo Growers, Inc., a global leader in the avocado industry, recently completed the sale of its Fresh Cut business (formerly “RFG”) and related real estate to F&S Fresh Foods of Vineland on August 15 for $83 million, subject to various closing adjustments. “We are pleased to announce that the sale
Grant Program May Help With Costs To Obtain Unused Liquor Licenses
In a continuing effort to get more (dormant) liquor licenses into the market, the New Jersey Economic Development Authority is developing a new grant program that could defray up to $100,000 of the costs to obtain a currently unused license. The grant program, pending approval from the EDA board, would
Foodbank to Present Program at Library
The Community Foodbank of New Jersey will host a free program at the Vineland Public Library. Through NJ SNAP-Ed, CFBNJ’s free workshop will focus on the importance of nutrition education. Attendees will learn how to choose healthy food on a budget and how to incorporate exercise into their daily lives.
State of Our Garden
In 1937, the Phillies finished 7th in the National League. The Eagles won just 2 games. The Hindenburg explosion rocked the country. And Amelia Earhart vanished. Not the most pleasant of news, for sure. But Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs became an instant classic as Disney’s first animated feature.
Millville Public Schools Announces New Project-Based Learning Program
This school year, a select group of students at Lakeside Middle School will experience a hands-on, project-based approach to learning using a program that has proven to motivate and inspire students across the nation. The Lightning Learning Team, created by NOLA Education, is a full-time “school-within-a-school” where students learn core
Free Giampietro Park Concerts
The Vineland Recreation Department will present two free end-of-summer concerts at the Giampietro Park Enrico Serra Band Shell, located at 3231 E. Landis Avenue. The shows begin at 7:30 p.m., and The Casazza Food Truck will be onsite. On Friday, August 30, Double Vision – The Foreigner Experience, featuring some
Headed South
Often, I haven’t hung any hummingbird feeders by late April. A few years ago while washing dishes by the kitchen window an early arrival hummingbird confronted me. He looked at me and then at an empty wrought iron shepherd’s hook about 25 feet away in my garden. I thought, “No
Join Out of the Darkness Suicide Prevention Walk
On Saturday, October 19, there will be a walk to fight suicide and raise awareness about mental health at the Cumberland County Technical Education Center, 3400 College Drive, in Vineland. Be a part of the movement turning hope into action, and create a culture that’s smart about mental health. Funds
