by Cindy Fertsch | Oct 26, 2023 | Atlantic County, Egg Harbor Township, Features, South Jersey
By Julia Train On the corner of Leap Street and Ocean Heights Avenue in Egg Harbor Township, you might be taken aback when you see an extravagant, spooky scene with a multitude of creepy characters and props. In 2016, Lauren Eastlack moved with her family to her new...
by Cindy Fertsch | Oct 26, 2023 | Atlantic County, Cape May County, Features, South Jersey
By Sarah FertschStaff Writer Crunch! Fallen leaves crinkle under your boots. Your dog pants beside you, brushing soft fur against your leg. Wind whimpers above you, and the sun peeks through the branches. When you reach the summit, a smile takes over your face. Hiking...
by Cindy Fertsch | Oct 26, 2023 | Atlantic County, Cape May County, Features, Gardening, South Jersey
By Gabriella Bancheri Ventnor Middle School life science teacher Michael Capizola is no doubt passionate about what he does, and his brainchild and pollinator garden located at the middle school is quite literally living proof of his passion. After having the...
by Cindy Fertsch | Oct 26, 2023 | Atlantic City, Atlantic County, Business, Features, South Jersey
Business BuzzBy Rich Baehrle It looks like Atlantic City is on the move with a variety of businesses either in the planning stages or opening. Kentucky Avenue has been fortunate to see two new businesses open: Panaderia Mexican Bakery, at 24 S Kentucky (owners Clavel...
by Cindy Fertsch | Oct 26, 2023 | Atlantic County, Cape May County, Features, South Jersey
By Holly Fertsch It’s the time of year when we tell ghost stories and dress up as monsters. Here are some unique creatures and apparitions that legend says are local to South Jersey. 1. The Black Dog While many European cultures have folklore about a phantom...
by Cindy Fertsch | Oct 26, 2023 | Atlantic County, Egg Harbor Township, Features, South Jersey
By Danielle Davies If you’ve ever driven past Storybook Land during November or December, you know that it’s a South Jersey holiday legend. Decked out with thousands upon thousands of lights, with Santa and Mrs. Claus cozily tucked away in their very own house,...