N.J. governor hopefuls split on forcing school districts to merge
Democrat Mikie Sherrill says mandatory mergers may be needed New Jersey’s gubernatorial candidates both want school districts to consolidate as a cost-saving maneuver, but they differ on whether the state should force districts to merge with their neighbors. Rep....
Beyond the pink ribbon: Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Every October, pink ribbons show up everywhere, from t-shirts to store windows to social media feeds. Breast Cancer Awareness Month has become a widely recognized tradition, but behind all the pink is a serious message: breast cancer is still one of the most common...
Events and Happenings
Multi-day Events Smithville Oktoberfest Saturday, Oct. 4 and Sunday, Oct. 5 10 a.m.-5 p.m. 615 E. Moss Mill Road, Smithville Oktoberfest in Smithville has become one of the most popular traditions in South Jersey with over 150 crafters, an international food court,...
Phillies ready for playoffs
Philadelphia is an Eagles town. Green is the favorite color of the city’s sports fans and “Fly, Eagles, Fly” is their anthem. That is especially true now, with the Eagles seemingly poised to make another Super Bowl run a year after winning it. But fans could also be...
Where to host kids’ indoor birthday parties in Atlantic and Cape May Counties
Family Tides In the summer, kids’ birthday parties practically plan themselves, with options like the beach, boardwalk, zoo or parks. But once the weather turns, planning a celebration takes a little more creativity, especially when you’re trying to find an indoor...
