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Dollar General opens 2 N.J. stores, including 1 that offers fresh meat and produce
Bargain retailer Dollar General has opened two new stores in South Jersey, one of which will offer fresh meats and produce. The retailer announced Tuesday that the new stores in Williamstown and Galloway Township have recently opened, expanding the retailer’s footprint amid plans by Dollar Tree and Family Dollar to close more than 1,000 stores over the next several years.
New owner of iconic South Jersey diner vows to keep it alive
It might not be the prettiest name, but it’s perfectly Jersey. Geets Diner & Bar. That’s pronounced with a hard G. Although how even more Jersey would a diner be if it were a soft G and no S. As in J’eet?. J'eet yet? No? Let's stop...
Dog park named for former Mayor DiLucia
Tongues were out and tails were wagging as Monroe Township dedicated its dog park in memory of former Mayor Richard DiLucia with a new sign and bench. The Williamstown park was shaped as a dog bone, with a large and small dog area at Owens Park that was “a long time in the making,” spanning three mayors, officials said. It finally came to fruition in 2021 and into 2022 and was completed during DiLucia’s time in office.
UPDATE! National Restaurant Chain Opening Its First New Jersey Location
It's been several years now since Don Pablo's closed its doors. It's a great location for a restaurant, located right behind the Moorestown Mall. However, the building has been sitting empty since 2018. I wrote about this several months ago and now plans are moving forward. There are a lot...
Hammonton coffee shop is Atlantic County's first 'Safe Place'
The Atlantic County Prosecutor's Office joined the program that is designed to address hate crimes is designed to address hate crimes that are committed with race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation or gender identity), ancestry, disability and/or marital status as a factor.
$100,000 Winning Powerball Lottery Ticket Sold in Gloucester Township, NJ
Someone who bought a Powerball lottery ticket from a convenience store in Gloucester Township, New Jersey is now $100,000 richer. Winning the lottery must feel SURREAL, like too good to be true but also a dream come true!. It's got to be an overwhelming rush of emotions ranging from excitement...
Some of The Best French Fries in Atlantic & Cape May, NJ
We have consulted with our listeners, readers, friends and family member foodies … to assemble a list of some of the best French Fries that are available in Atlantic and Cape May Counties in New Jersey. Dawn Massaro Curcio likes Chickies & Pete’s French fries in Egg Harbor Township,...
Annual Summer Barbecue at Camden Prep Provides Free Backpacks, Food, Fun
CAMDEN - Chances are when 11-year-old Ameerah Atkinson returns to school this month, there will be very few Camden students who have a backpack like hers. "There is a calendar in here, a pen, some Post-its," Natisha Hamilton, Atkinson's mother, told TAPinto Camden. Her voice trailed off a bit as she rummaged through the free backpack her daughter received during Camden Prep's second annual Summer Barbecue held Saturday, August 17, at the school's campus at 1800 Copewood Street.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER "Look, it has the school's name on it," Hamilton added as...
Coffee and Shopping in One Place…A Jersey Hidden Gem
Valerie Robinson, tends to her farm while also running a coffee shop called Hens and Honey Shoppe in beautiful Swedesboro, New Jersey. Valerie has an amazing zest for life, not to mention is very funny!. You feel her energy throughout her shop, from the bright and beautiful murals on the...
Collective Soul in Camden: Pierre’s Pics
Pierre Robert here with a few photos for you from a fantastic show with Collective Soul last week at Freedom Mortgage Pavilion. The band were in Camden, NJ on Friday, August 16th as part of a tour with Hootie and the Blowfish. WMMR has been spinning Collective Soul’s music for...
These 6 South Jersey Seafood restaurants among 23 best in state
The passion we have for seafood is similar to supporting a profession sports team. The closer to the shore, the more we crave for fresh seafood. How do the seafood spots in Atlantic and Cape May counties compare to other seafood around the state?. Here are the best seafood restaurants...
Fall isn't here yet, but Rita's fall menu is. Here's what you can get
All true fall (and pumpkin) lovers know that mid-August is the preview to the autumn season. Rita's Italian Ice and Frozen Custard got the memo, and now they've dropped a fall menu earlier than ever before. ...
Here's the scoop: Dessert spot Scoop DeVille to its ice cream brand to South Jersey
Scoop DeVille, a popular ice cream shop with two Philadelphia locations and a third one on the way, is coming to South Jersey. The Westmont area of Haddon Township at 101 Haddon Avenue will be the site of the new location, with an aim for a soft opening sometime during the winter. ...
Young New Jersey author discovers superpowers with fantasy novel
UPPER DEERFIELD TWP, N.J. (CBS) — A young author in Cumberland County, New Jersey, discovered her superpowers through writing.Being a young person in junior high school comes with its challenges, but when you are different than the other kids, it's even harder. For Faith Johnson, the Woodruff School was a place where she discovered her abilities were endless.Faith remembers her middle school days like they were yesterday.Upper Deerfield Township Schools Superintendent Dr. Peter Koza says Johnson was special."I've learned a lot from her," Koza said. "Her resilience, her passion and her drive to succeed."Johnson, now 18 years old, is also...
Great Shrimp Cocktail: Atlantic City, NJ & Atlantic County Areas
It’s been about one year since we’ve visited this delicious topic … the best shrimp cocktail that is available in the Atlantic City and Atlantic County, New Jersey areas. We are blessed to have an amazing team of listeners, readers, friends and family member foodies, who have...
South Jersey spa owner makes diversity her passion
CHERRY HILL, N.J. (CBS) — Belliard's Salon & Spa is situated between Route 70 and the Cooper River in Cherry Hill, New Jersey, and offers various services from hair cutting, coloring and styling to relaxation and wellness.Mia Harris says she built her booming business on the promise of customer service and personal connection, a passion she's followed since she was a little girl. However, her entrepreneurial story started when she was a hairdresser at the Cherry Hill Mall.After climbing the ranks at a salon, she says she took over the lease from the previous owner."I went to the mall management office...
Mt. Laurel Library Hosting Interactive Concert for Adults With Intellectual, Developmental Disabilities
MOUNT LAUREL, NJ — Join the Mount Laurel Library this week for a fun, interactive concert designed for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The Library will be hosting award-winning music performers TWO OF A KIND on Thursday, August 22 from 11:30AM to 12:15PM.CLICK HERE TO SIGN UP FOR THE FREE TAPINTO.NET NEWSLETTER Made of up duo David and Jenny Heitler-Klevans, TWO OF A KIND brings people together and builds community through music. Their beautiful harmonies accompanied by David's powerful, rhythmic guitar playing and Jenny's multi-ethnic percussion instruments create magic on stage. TWO OF A KIND presents concerts for people of all ages, including songs, puppets, movement, and stories — all with an emphasis on interaction and participation. Thursday's concert is for adults ages 18 and older. Caregivers are required to stay with adults who need them — please note that the Library does not provide respite care. Adults who do not require a caregiver are also welcome to attend. Registration is required for participants only. Caregivers do not need to register. To sign-up, CLICK HERE. The Mount Laurel Library is located at 100 Walt Whitman Avenue. For more local news, visit TAPinto.net
CONCERT REVIEW: Slipknot- Knocked Loose – Orbit Culture Live at Freedom Mortgage Pavilion
Here Comes The Pain, and Slipknot is bringing it along with Orbit Culture and Knocked Loose. The tour came to the Freedom Mortgage Pavilion in Camden, NJ recently and left everyone stunned. The Freedom Mortgage Pavilion is a Live Nation property and sits in Camden, New Jersey on the banks...
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