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...
The Underground Railroad and Cape May: Insights from the Harriet Tubman Museum
The southernmost point of New Jersey is known for the charming Victorian shore town Cape May. Most visitors go down to enjoy the gingerbread architecture, the Cape May diamonds on the beach, trolley tours, or horse-drawn carriages that go up and down the streets,...
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...
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...
Ways to celebrate the Winter Olympics with your family
Family Tides The 2026 Winter Olympics are underway in Italy, and living rooms across South Jersey have transformed into front-row seats to the world’s greatest winter sports stage. This year’s Games feel especially personal for local families, thanks to hometown...
