From Cape May Point to the Statue of Liberty: Upper Township lifeguards revive historic row
For nearly two decades, a rowing journey from Strathmere to the Statue of Liberty has remained part of Upper Township Beach Patrol lore. In 2007, Chief Bill Hanley and fellow lifeguard Rod Tice completed the journey to raise money for several causes. This year, former...
Ross Dress for Less coming to Somers Point
Business Buzz Somers Point’s retail growth is continuing with Ross Dress for Less preparing to open at Ocean Heights Plaza. The off-price retailer will occupy the former Staples space at 319 Bethel Road, near the busy intersection of Ocean Heights Avenue and New Road....
Charlie’s Bar: A Somers Point hot spot for generations
For generations of South Jersey locals, Charlie’s Bar has been more than just a place to grab a drink; it’s a neighborhood institution. Charlie’s has been part of the Somers Point landscape since opening the classic corner bar in 1944. More than 80 years later, the...
Atlantic City’s oldest schools are still going strong
Long before Nucky Johnson ruled the Boardwalk, before Atlantic City became known as “The World’s Playground” and before the first dice were cast, the city placed an important bet on educating its children. Atlantic City opened its first elementary school in 1858, four...
