Bill would give shore towns option to reduce teen, veteran beach fees
New Jersey lawmakers are weighing a proposal that could make trips to the Jersey Shore more affordable for families with teenagers and for military veterans. The legislation (S1533) would allow — but not require — shore municipalities to create local ordinances...
Mary Ruley Moyer champions inclusion and independence at The Arc of Atlantic County
Coastal Conversations Mary Ruley Moyer leads The Arc of Atlantic County with a focus on advocacy, empowerment and community connection. The organization supports individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families throughout Atlantic...
How a local pet owner changed the grooming game with Shark Tank product
One local woman and her pup found a quick solution to a problem she assumed affected only her. But that simple idea soon became a product that would help millions and transform the pet grooming industry. Debra LoFranco, the proud founder and CEO of De’Vora Pet...
Good Old Days honored by Somers Point Historical Society
Earlier this month, the Somers Point Historical Society saluted the annual Good Old Days Festival and its long-lasting impact and legacy on the community during a dinner event held Feb. 9 at the Crab Trap. Local officials were in attendance, along with longtime...
South Jersey’s Waldor Orchids prepares for Philadelphia Flower Show
On a quiet street in Linwood sits the unassuming greenhouses of Waldor Orchids, a hidden gem of South Jersey. Those in the know realize that once you walk through the door of this generations-old family-run business, you have entered into the mecca of award-winning...
