When the Steel Pier made jazz history
As reported in these pages and just about everywhere else, Atlantic City’s venerable Steel Pier, a part of the town’s entertainment landscape since 1898, is for sale. The Cantanoso family, owners of the Pier since 2011, bought it for $4.25 million and is selling it...
Meet the breed: The Hound Group
The Hound Group was established by the American Kennel Club in 1930 when the two-group system of judging dogs became too large. The common thread among this diverse-looking group was that they were all bred to hunt. They range in looks from the small, compact Bassett...
Interesting facts about the other side of the $1 bill
Let’s explore the reverse of the $1 bill and the meaning behind its design. “United States of America” is printed prominently across the top, clearly identifying the country of origin. The word “one” and the numeral 1 appear a total of 10 times on the reverse, making...
The heart behind Brigantine Beach: A conversation with Jim Mogan
Coastal Conversations Every shore community has people who dedicate their time and energy to making it a better place to live, work, and visit. As recreation director for the Brigantine Beach Community Center, Jim Mogan has spent more than five decades doing exactly...
Fall has arrived: Time for planting and dividing in the garden
Now that fall is in full swing, we shift our focus in the garden. Contrary to the belief that gardening season is over, fall provides gardeners with new opportunities for planting, transplanting, and division. You can also use this time to assess your garden by...
