It may be summer and school’s out but in this issue of SNJ Today we are happy to bring you news of educational opportunities in our region. After all, learning is a lifelong process that continues year-round. On pages 7 and 8, you can read about some great programs at Rowan College of South Jersey […]
Major League Baseball star for the ages Willie Mays, who passed away on June 18 at age 93, left a stellar legacy in many places across sports and the broader society. One of these places is right here in Bridgeton. The story of Willie Mays, the city, and the time-honored Bridgeton Invitational Semi-Pro Baseball Tournament
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Last week, we looked ahead to the Cumberland County Fair and all the great family fun that it offers this week through July 13. The rest of the month offers more great events. Highlighting the county’s diverse population: Puerto Rican Festival July 21 through 28 in Vineland, Millville and Bridgeton, as well as the 79th
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Back in 2005 Richard Louv wrote a book that revealed a nation’s youth that is living a life separated from nature. The book was titled Last Child in the Woods: Saving Our Children from Nature-Deficit Disorder. It was on the New York Times bestseller list and received the Audubon Medal “for sounding the alarm about
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Entering the collegiate world can be an overwhelming experience for many, particularly Hispanic and first-generation students. They can feel lost, confused, or simply out of place. Iris Torres, director, TRIO/Student Support Services (SSS) at Rowan College of South Jersey (RCSJ), has made it a priority to create a safe space for those individuals. Torres, who
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Burgers and hotdogs may take center stage on the grill in summertime, but make sure to save room for the veggies! Eggplant, zucchini, peppers—all have a place at the table and when grilled they become especially appetizing. Served with pita bread, grilled vegetables are a great vegetarian sandwich and are even better when drizzled with
Even if you don’t have a green thumb that doesn’t mean that you need to fork out hundreds a month on landscaping and lawn care. There are ways to boost your curb appeal while keeping spending to a minimum. Here are five. DIY. Maybe you don’t like weeding, but you could mow, plant perennials, or trim
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Looking for a snack that’s nutritious, delicious, and super easy to make? Baked Yellow Squash Parmesan Rounds are the answer! With only two ingredients and 20 minutes, these will have even the pickiest eaters coming back for more. This recipe makes two to four servings. Baked Yellow Squash Parmesan Rounds 2 medium-sized yellow summer squash
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A crowd of gardeners braved the heat and humidity on Sunday, June 23, to attend a garden party at the Vineland Historical and Antiquarian Society (VHAS). The event was a tribute to Mary Treat, a 19th century Vineland resident, who was esteemed for her scientific studies of the natural world. Three gardens presently exist on
USDA Rural Development Under Secretary Dr. Basil Gooden and New Jersey State Director Jane Asselta joined Inspira Health President and CEO Amy Mansue on June 24 to formally announce a $1 million health care grant for state-of-the-art medical equipment at Inspira Medical Center Mannington. “Now more than ever, people in rural and Tribal communities across
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