Plunging into a new year
Letter from the editor The ocean temperature hovers around 42 degrees, but that won’t stop thousands of people from charging into the Atlantic to welcome the new year — South Jersey style. Each Jan. 1, beaches across our region become the stage for one of winter’s...
The Jersey Shore’s top 10 weather events of 2025
From record heat and extreme humidity to damaging storms, wildfire and drought, 2025 was a year of weather extremes along the Jersey Shore. Some events were brief but intense, while others unfolded over months with lasting impacts. Ranked from 10 to 1, these were the...
Van Drew moves to prevent offshore wind revival
As Congress advances permitting reform legislation to accelerate federal energy projects, Rep. Jeff Van Drew (R-2nd) and fellow Republicans have secured an amendment ensuring the bill does not prevent the Trump administration from canceling Biden-era offshore wind...
Atlantic City Expressway tolls to rise, become cashless in 2026
Beginning in 2026, drivers using the Atlantic City Expressway should expect higher costs and a major change in how tolls are collected. The South Jersey Transportation Authority has approved a 3% toll increase for all motorists, along with a new surcharge for drivers...
Comfort Now delivers the gift of warmth
With cold weather setting in, Comfort Now delivered new heating systems to three South Jersey households as part of its annual Holiday Heater Giveaway. Over several weeks, residents nominated individuals or families in need, sharing brief descriptions of their...
