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Prior to the new school year, Shawn Riggins relied on textbooks, lectures, slides and films to get across the salient features of a difficult subject he’s taught since 2016—the Holocaust. But the first two weeks in July turned his approach around. Riggins was one of 12 teachers from five states to tour Holocaust sites in […]

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#JerseyFresh Apples Photo Contest is On

New Jersey Assistant Secretary of Agriculture Joe Atchison III recently announced the #JerseyFreshApples social media photo contest would begin on September 6. Jersey Fresh fans can share photos of Jersey Fresh apples and mention the orchard where they were picked with the hashtag #JerseyFreshApples. Using the #JerseyFreshApples hashtag on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram will automatically

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Honoring Volunteers

We are proud to announce those we’ll be recognizing at our A Taste of Vineland & Volunteer Recognition Event on Wednesday, October 25 from 6 to 9 p.m., at the Greenview Inn at Eastlyn Golf Course, 4049 Italia Ave., Vineland. We recognize those who have worked closely with Main Street Vineland on its projects and

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One September Weekend

I’m hoping everyone has enjoyed the summer of 2023 and looks forward to welcoming beautiful autumn days here in southern New Jersey. There are many events that take place in the fall months and I will highlight a few in the coming weeks. Remember to always check ExploreCumberlandNJ.com and click on the Calendar tab to

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Spiders, Oh My!

The first book to make me cry, as I remember, was E. B. White’s Charlotte’s Web. In the story a pig named Wilbur befriends an orbweaver spider named Charlotte. Wilbur was the runt of the litter who was saved by the farmer’s daughter, Fern. As he matures Wilbur discovers the reprieve is temporary and his

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Bucks for You

I’ve mentioned in past columns the Neighborhood Preservation Program (NPP) and various initiatives that are part of the program. One of the programs by which you can benefit is the Ave Bucks Gift Card Program. We rolled this program out to the public last year and we’re reminding you now that it’s a win-win in

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Dog Days Coming

The Vineland Fire Department’s EMS Division welcomed a new member to the team as Wednesday, a 12-week-old AKC Labrador retriever, recently accepted a position as the department’s emotional support and therapy dog. The program is still in the “puppy phase,” however. Once she completes training, Wednesday will be able to assist all of the city’s

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