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Women Step Up in Water, on Beach for Fantastic 16th Coquina Jam
The Jetty Coquina Jam at the 68th Street beach in Brant Beach ran without a hitch on Sunday, July 21. The ocean temps finally warmed after a historically cold stretch. Mia Gallagher of Ocean City and Gemma Kohles of Strathmere took the win in an exciting final. The weather, waves and community support surely had something to do with the success of the 16th annual all-female event, but beneath the surface, that success had a lot to do with the dedication of a few women who have really stepped up to promote the Coquina Jam.
Phillies “Shimmy” to Sea Isle for Special Event Aug. 20
It seems that Sea Isle City is turning out to be the place to go this summer for star players and other celebrities from the Philly sports scene. After major events in Sea Isle involving the Eagles and Flyers in June and early July, now comes word that the Phillies are coming to town on Aug. 20 for a family-friendly celebration called the “Phillies Shimmy Down The Shore.” It is scheduled from 6-9:30 p.m. in Excursion Park.
The Skinny With Joey Merlino, Live From Margate’s Greenhouse
Take a walk down memory lane with ‘Skinny’ Joey Merlino & Lil’ Snuff as they podcast live from the Greenhouse in Margate. In this episode, they recap the Joey Merlino arrest in Margate way back when, along with other amazing stories from Joey’s past. Raw and...
Wildwood, NJ, Native heading back to West Virginia to play hoops
Wildwood native and 2020 Wildwood Catholic graduate, Taj Thweatt, is heading back to the state of West Virginia to continue his basketball career. Thweatt started his college career at West Virginia University, appearing in 12 games over his two seasons, averaging 0.7 points per game. Now he will be heading...
OC lifeguards compete in Olympic Games
The Ocean City Beach Patrol’s tradition of winning intercity rowing and swimming competitions has its roots in the Olympic Games. Long before the local lifeguards won a South Jersey championship, OCBP Hall of Famer John B. Kelly Sr. was wearing three Olympic gold medals. Kelly, competing in Antwerp, Belgium...
Holy Spirit High, Absecon, NJ, Names New Head of School
Holy Spirit Hugh School, located in Absecon, New Jersey has named a new Head of School. He is a 1988 graduate of Holy Spirit High School, named Mike McGhee. It is with great pride that I introduce myself as the newly appointed Head of School at Holy Spirit High School. I am honored to have the opportunity to lead our school that has such a rich and storied tradition! I have been dedicated to the field of education for more than 30 years as a teacher, coach, and administrator. I have spent the last 21 years in administration - from being a Principal, Assistant Principal, Athletic Director, Supervisor of: Special Education, Health & PE, and Performing & Fine Arts.
Mainland Regional pitcher Finn Haines commits to pitch for Army
Mainland Regional rising senior Finn Haines will be continuing his baseball career at Army. Haines made the announcement in a social media post on Monday. Army's baseball team is a Division I program and member of the Patriot League and have made the NCAA Tournament six of the last seven years.
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