Celebrating the other White House: Atlantic City’s White House Subs
With the summer season upon us, iconic Jersey Shore culinary delights await, and one of them has reached legendary status in these parts – the cheesesteaks at White House Subs. Though the Atlantic City region doesn’t have a “cheesesteak war” à la the long-running...
Through the years: Central Avenue bridge links Great Egg Harbor communities
A pair of photographs offers a glimpse into how much the Central Avenue corridor connecting Bargaintown and Linwood has changed over the last century. According to local historical accounts, Central Avenue was constructed over Patcong Creek to connect the east and...
Arlene Groch’s lifelong battle for women’s rights and equal justice
Coastal Conversations Longtime South Jersey attorney Arlene Groch built a career fighting for victims of domestic violence, women denied lifesaving health insurance coverage, and workers facing discrimination. Her advocacy took her to state and federal courts across...
Brigantine Castle came alive 50 years ago
The legendary Brigantine Castle was a massive five-story haunted attraction on the oceanfront at 14th Street and Brigantine Avenue in Brigantine, New Jersey. Opening Memorial Day weekend in 1976, it was a product of local South Jersey entrepreneur Carmen J. Ricci. The...
French white wines of the Loire Valley
Drink Up! The Loire Valley, a region known for its many chateaus, is also regarded as the “Garden of France” for its many diverse orchards, gardens, and vineyards. The Loire River is the longest river in France at 634 miles, starting near Ardeche in the mountains of...
