Inclusive playground coming to John F. Kennedy Park in Somers Point
Family Tides Families visiting John F. Kennedy Park in Somers Point may have noticed that much of the playground equipment has seemingly disappeared. But there is good news behind the empty space: a fully inclusive overhaul is underway. The updates to the park will...
Kohr Bros. and Steel’s Fudge: A century of sweetness at the Jersey Shore
There was a time when a visitor to the Jersey Shore couldn’t walk a block on the boardwalks of Atlantic City, Ocean City, Wildwood, or other seaside resorts without running into a Kohr Bros. Frozen Custard or a Steel’s Fudge store. Though not as ubiquitous as they...
Calm and colors: South Jersey artists bring healing to Shore’s halls
Views from the Shore For many years now, the entryway at Shore Medical Center has served as more than a hallway. It has functioned as a gallery — a welcoming space where local artists offer patients, visitors, and staff a moment of calm before they take their next...
The power of gratitude
Gratitude is one of the simplest and most powerful ways to improve our health and well-being, yet it is often something we overlook in the rush of daily life. During the holiday season, many of us naturally pause to reflect on the people and moments that bring meaning...
Holiday hazards: How feeding your dog scraps might jeopardize their health
It is that time of the year for large feasts filled with yummy fattening foods, which are incredibly tempting to humans and dogs alike. If you find yourself tempted to overindulge around the holidays, imagine your dog’s temptation. Every year, I field panicked...
