by Julia Train | Apr 30, 2026 | News, Cape May County, Features, Ocean City, South Jersey
At its April 23 meeting, Ocean City’s City Council introduced a $125.4 million municipal budget, which includes a 2.4% increase in the local property tax if no further reductions are made. Council members unanimously moved the budget forward, opening the door for...
by Sarah Fertsch | Apr 30, 2026 | Features, Cape May County, South Jersey, The Wildwoods
We love those Wildwood Days – but Wildwood Nights are about to be emptier – on purpose. Beginning May 13, the Wildwood Boardwalk will close daily from 1 a.m. to 5 a.m. under a new city ordinance approved by commissioners this month. The move comes just ahead of the...
by Rich Baehrle | Apr 30, 2026 | Atlantic County, Business, Cape May County, Features, South Jersey
Business Buzz In a world where many great ideas stay on the drawing board, one South Jersey family has turned a simple, kitchen table concept into a thriving regional brand. That’s exactly what the L.E.H. Soap Company has accomplished, growing from humble beginnings...
by Tammy Thornton | Apr 30, 2026 | Gardening, Atlantic County, Cape May County, Editorial, South Jersey
Early spring in South Jersey allows us to experience all of the seasons — sometimes all in one day! First, we start with a little tease when the sun comes out on a brisk day, then we bake in the sun and decide to pack up our winter clothes. As soon as we don our...
by Robin Stoloff | Apr 30, 2026 | Health and Fitness, Atlantic County, Cape May County, Editorial, South Jersey
Can I vent for a moment? I know I’m not alone here. You’ve been there too, phone pressed to your ear, staring at the ceiling, tapping your foot to a distorted, looping jazz instrumental that you never asked to listen to. You’ve memorized the...
by David Weinberg | Apr 30, 2026 | Features, Atlantic County, Cape May County, South Jersey, Sports
Contrary to some beliefs, I did not cover the Philadelphia Eagles’ first draft. That was in 1936, when the Birds selected University of Chicago halfback Jay Berwanger – the 1935 Heisman Trophy winner – with first overall pick. My first draft as the Eagles’ beat...
