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Fall came fast to Jersey and the climate is always changing
This was among the hottest and stickiest summers we've had in at least 10 years. Of course, it's the summer season that I find myself speaking at multiple events a day, usually in a suit and tie. The great news is we live in New Jersey so we get the benefit of four seasons.
Volunteer Farmers Save Leftover Crops to Feed NJ’s Food Insecure
With nearly 10,000 farms across the Garden State, inevitably there will be leftover crops and not enough farmers or time to pick them. For nearly three decades, a New Jersey organization has been on a mission to save those thousands of pounds of spare crops and donate them to those who need them most.
Former Ocean City mayor, founder of Gillian's Wonderland Pier dies at 94
The Jersey Shore has lost an icon. Roy Gillian, the former mayor of Ocean City, New Jersey, and founder of Gillian's Wonderland Pier died over the weekend, according to an obituary.The Godfrey Funeral Home shared a photo of him.Gillian served in several county and municipal positions from the early 60s until his run as mayor from 1986 to 1990.He founded Gillian's Wonderland Pier at 6th Street and the Boardwalk in 1965, which his son announced is closing at the end of this season. Roy Gillian was 94 years old.
Malvern Student Passes Down the Junior Miss Ocean City Title
Sarah Avellino, a sophomore at Villa Maria Academy High School, is a pageant queen ready to pass on her title to the next. Junior Miss Ocean City Sarah Avellino will pass the crown to her successor at the 2025 Junior Miss Ocean City Pageant at the Music Pier, writes staff for Ocean City Sentinel.
Gillian’s Wonderland Pier Ride Tix On Sale For Dirt Cheap On Social Media
If you want to enjoy a few nights out on the Ocean City boardwalk for a fraction of the price, now's your chance. People who love Ocean City, NJ, were devastated to hear the news that Gillian's Wonderland Pier will be closing after the summer 2024 season. After all, it's a popular vacation destination for so many families year after year. People wait for months to enjoy their time at what's now commonly known as "America's Greatest Family Resort."
Intruder Breaks Into Tiger Enclosure, Nearly Gets Bitten At Cohanzick Zoo (Video)
Video shared by Bridgeton police on Tuesday, Aug. 20 shows the incident from the tiger exhibit at the Cohanzick Zoo. Officers didn't say when the incident happened. The 16-second clip shows the female putting her hand through wire fencing and trying to pet the tiger. The big cat then appears to try biting the female's hand and starts frantically pacing.
After 50 years in Senate, New Jersey's Bob Menendez exits in wake of bribery conviction
The resignation of New Jersey's embattled Sen. Bob Menendez on Tuesday is scheduled to go into effect after the Democrat ended a failed Independent bid to keep his coveted Senate seat after a guilty verdict last month on
Frenzied bonito bite after ocean settles from Hurricane Ernesto's swells
The bonito were in a frenzied mood on Monday, the day after Hurricane Ernesto's swells had mostly cleared out. The fish were not far from the inlets. Capt. Cole Riback on Queen Mary party fishing boat said they got to them after a short, five mile ride to the northeast from Manasquan...
Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers plans 2 more restaurants in NJ
Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers is adding two more restaurants in New Jersey. The retro-themed quick-service chain expects a November opening on Route 130 in Cinnaminson followed by an e...
The Real House Husbands and Wives of NJ hit Harrah’s in AC
Another great show behind us. It was fun, exciting, and a little edgy. My good friend Michael Martocci put together another hit on stage at Harrah's Atlantic City. Backstage the guys were eager to get started and entertain the packed house. It was nice meeting Frank Catania's fiancé Brittany and his daughter who's now a veterinarian.
Atlantic City casinos not seeing summer tourism rebound, state regulators say
Atlantic City casinos not seeing summer tourism rebound, state regulators say. New Jersey’s nine casinos are not seeing a desired summer rebound, according to the latest figures released by state regulators. Story continues below. Although revenue surged from online gambling and online and mobile sports betting in July, the...
“Stars” Students in Spotlight at Ocean City Theatre Company
Students in the Greater Ocean City Theatre Company’s “Stars” program displayed their talents in a show to the delight of a jam-packed room of family and friends. The Stars program is a weeklong camp for students from age 13 up to adults who have physical, cognitive or developmental disabilities. The program is geared toward giving participants an outlet for social interaction, skill building through improvisation and character-building exercises. The campers also practice vocal warm-ups, tongue twisters and focus on artistic collaboration.
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