Final Phase of Delaware Memorial Bridge Deck Project Now Underway

Delaware River and Bay Authority (DRBA) officials announced that with the final phase of the major construction project to rehabilitate the bridge deck (driving surface) of the New Jersey bound span of the Delaware Memorial Bridge (DMB) now underway, the two right lanes of the northbound span will be continuously closed until just before the […]

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New Gun Carry Rules Issued

Updated certifications should be sent to the Vineland Police Department under the new guidelines that the New Jersey Attorney General’s Office has introduced for individuals with concealed carry permits, requiring them to requalify by the end of the year or face permit invalidation. The new Civilian Carry Assessment and Range Evaluation (CCARE) Protocol replaces the

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Warm from the Oven

Everywhere you look these days, it’s “Pumpkin Spice”season, so in keeping with the theme, I’m sharing the recipe for one of my husband’s favorite muffins, pumpkin cranberry. They’re made with healthy ingredients—and taste so good! You can replace the cranberries with raisins, craisins, or even chocolate chips—make them your own. Pumpkin Cranberry Muffins 1 3/4

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New Future Farmers of America Officers Include Two Local Representatives

The 2023-2024 New Jersey Future Farmers of America (FFA) officer team elected as part of the 94th Annual State FFA Convention is leading an all-time high state membership of more than 3,150 members and 37 chapters as the new school year starts. The officers will represent New Jersey FFA at several state and national functions

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Baton Passed

All you history buffs have certainly noticed that we’ve not been running our history column these last few months. For the past 15-plus years, since the very first issue of The Grapevine on February 13, 2008—Vince Farinaccio has informed the readers of our region about the people and events that have shaped our communities and

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Stories To Tell

I was six years old when my Aunt Helen gave me a copy of The Big Golden Book of History. By the end of the first story on life in ancient Egypt, I was hooked and wanted to know more about those far-off lands. However, when I reached college, I soon realized while much older

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Farm to School

Last week, New Jersey Assistant Secretary of Agriculture Joe Atchison III presented Upper Pittsgrove School in Salem County with the “Full Bloom Farm to School Award” during a visit to the school’s classrooms, garden, and cafeteria. The presentation took place during the celebration of the 13th annual Jersey Fresh Farm to School Week and the

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