by Cindy Fertsch | Jan 3, 2025 | Atlantic County, Cape May County, Features, News, South Jersey
By Nikita Biryukov New Jersey’s hourly minimum wage rose to $15.49 Wednesday, completing its first inflation-adjusted increase following a five-year phase-in that brought the state’s wage floor to above $15. The roughly 2% increase to the minimum wage comes after...
by Cindy Fertsch | Jan 3, 2025 | Atlantic County, Cape May County, Editorial, Letters from the editor, South Jersey
Letter from the editor Happy New Year, wonderful readers! The last couple of weeks have been a whirlwind of celebrations and gatherings with family and friends. From festive meals to heartfelt moments, the holiday season was everything we hoped it would be— almost....
by Cindy Fertsch | Jan 3, 2025 | Cape May County, Entertainment, Features, Ocean City, South Jersey, What's Happening
By Steffen Klenk Thousands of revelers welcomed the start of a new year in Ocean City for the 32nd annual First Night celebration. The event was highlighted by over 70 different activities, ranging from music and dancing to ice skating and theatrical performances....
by Cindy Fertsch | Jan 3, 2025 | Atlantic County, Calendars, Cape May County, Features, South Jersey, What's Happening
Multiday Events We Walk Somers Point Mondays, Wednesdays, Fridays, 8:30 a.m. The City of Somers Point hosts a walking club to promote health and fitness while fostering community connections. Residents can meet behind City Hall on Mondays, at the football field on...
by Cindy Fertsch | Jan 3, 2025 | Cape May County, Entertainment, Features, Ocean City, South Jersey, What's Happening
By Steffen Klenk It was a cool and blustery day along Ocean City’s boardwalk as thousands gathered for First Day activities to start this new year. At 1 p.m., crowds gathered near 9th St. for the annual 5K Fun Run, this year welcoming hundreds of entrants. Alongside...
by Cindy Fertsch | Jan 3, 2025 | Cape May County, Features, Ocean City, South Jersey
By Julia Train In Ocean City, a group of individuals, known as the Friends of OCNJ History & Culture, are working on preserving the island’s history and culture. The organization started in 2020 through a Facebook page created by Richard Barth, called “Ocean City...
