What to watch in July
Here are a few streaming films and series that are worth your time — and maybe your money — to watch. Prime Video: “House of David” – Season 1 This eight-part series dramatizes the early life of King David and the final chapters of King Saul and the Prophet Samuel,...
Don’t leave your dog in a hot car
A few weeks ago, while I was in a pharmacy in Egg Harbor Township on one of the hottest days of the summer yet, an Egg Harbor Township police officer came inside trying to find the owner of a vehicle that contained a dog inside suffering from what appeared to be...
Fourth of July at the Jersey Shore
Letter from the editor The Fourth of July is a celebration of our nation’s independence — and here at the Jersey Shore, it is a time when we come together to show our love of country, connect as a community, and carry on the traditions we treasure. Fireworks will...
Why sunsets get later after the summer solstice
If the summer solstice, the longest day of the year, was two weeks ago now as we enter the Fourth of July weekend, why did the long, bright summer evenings get longer for days after? Between the solstice on June 20 and Independence Day, Atlantic City lost 5 minutes...
Grills, thrills and no spills: Your ultimate Fourth of July safety guide
The Fourth of July is a time for family, friends, food and fireworks. It’s also one of the busiest — and potentially most dangerous — days of the year. Emergency rooms see a spike in injuries, roadways become congested, and fireworks light up the sky, often with...
