How to Start the Conversation About End-of-Life Wishes

As parents we struggle with having “the talk” with our children about sex. It is, of course, uncomfortable to discuss something so personal. Conversely, as we face our mortality, we are apprehensive about having a talk about hospice. If you are like most people, you sidestep conversations about death and dying. Facing our own mortality, […]

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Millville Woman’s Club Hold Monthly Meeting

Earlier this month, the Millville Woman’s Club (MWC) welcomed members, then served a “bruncheon” organized by Beth Oliver and Joann Ayers. Members enjoyed a nice selection of breakfast and lunch dishes. President Joan Fauver then introduced the guest speaker, Rev. Karen Bernhardt from St. Paul’s Lutheran Church in Millville. Rev. Bernhardt shared inspiring experiences in

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Bring On the Rain

Rain gardens help protect our watershed by collecting stormwater, diverting it from washing pollutants into waterways. Native gardener Meredith Koenig was elbow-deep in dirt last Wednesday afternoon. And that was just where she wanted to be. With her kneeling pad, garden gloves, and a trowel, Meredith, 84 years young (pictured at left), was busily planting

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Inspira NICU Receives $35,000 Donation from The Wawa Foundation

The Wawa Foundation has donated $35,000 in support of the Deborah F. Sager Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at Inspira Medical Center Vineland. The recent gift to the Deborah F. Sager Memorial Fund (DFSMF) brings the Wawa Foundation’s total contribution to $190,000. These dollars have played a pivotal role in enabling the fund to provide the

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Birding Bonanza

Over the years I have gone on a number of wintering birding tours in southern Jersey. I’d like to share some suggested viewing areas in Cumberland County, but first let’s establish a few reasons why we have some great winter viewing possibilities. North America is divided into four major “flyways”—these can be thought of sky

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Swim with Santa

Friday, December 1. The Cumberland Cape Atlantic YMCA, 1159 E. Landis Ave., Vineland. Come out to this event at the Y’s large, heated pool. Families will be able to dive into a festive evening with Santa, including swimming, snacks, games, and crafts. Participants should complete a registration form by November 30. New this year are

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Soup Kitchen Fundraiser

Spirit & Truth Ministries, Inc/Vineland Soup Kitchen is hosting a chicken platter fundraiser with Joe’s Poultry, 440 S. Delsea Drive in Vineland. The platter includes ½ rotisserie chicken, a side of potato salad, a side of coleslaw, applesauce, a roll and butter. Donation is $13. Tickets expire 1/31/24. This is a great stocking stuffer and

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