by Amanda Nahas-Wilson, MSN, APN, AGPCNP-BC, PMHNP-BC | Jan 8, 2026 | Atlantic County, Cape May County, Editorial, Health and Fitness, South Jersey
A growing body of evidence shows that gut health — specifically the diversity and balance of the trillions of microbes living in the digestive tract — plays a vital role in our health. These microbes influence metabolism, cravings, inflammation and even...
by Cindy Fertsch | Dec 30, 2025 | Editorial, Atlantic County, Cape May County, Letters from the editor
Letter from the editor The ocean temperature hovers around 42 degrees, but that won’t stop thousands of people from charging into the Atlantic to welcome the new year — South Jersey style. Each Jan. 1, beaches across our region become the stage for one of winter’s...
by Delaney Crawford | Dec 30, 2025 | Top Stories, Atlantic County, Cape May County, Editorial, South Jersey
As the New Year’s Eve celebrations wind down and the buzz of Christmas cheer and the sparkling décor slowly fades into the background, life begins to settle back into its normal routine. You might be wondering, what now? Instead of letting the end of the holiday...
by Tammy Thornton | Dec 30, 2025 | Atlantic County, Cape May County, Editorial, South Jersey
As we wrap up one year and embark upon the next, it’s cathartic to reflect on the past before looking ahead to the future. And what a year it has been! We have celebrated weddings and births, and marked milestones. We have seen our adult children land new jobs...
by Chuck Darrow | Dec 30, 2025 | Atlantic County, Atlantic City, Atlantic City Casinos, Editorial, South Jersey
The Casino File As a new year launches, it’s customary to make resolutions. But for the purposes of this particular column, “New Year’s suggestions” feels more appropriate, at least as it pertains to the local gambling industry. To put it both succinctly and harshly,...
by Eric Reich | Dec 30, 2025 | Finance, Atlantic County, Cape May County, Editorial, South Jersey
Happy New Year! January is Financial Wellness Month, which is the perfect time to get a jump on your finances for the new year. Starting the year off right, as related to your finances, can help you manage stress and anxiety about money. After all, money is one of the...