Local artist continues to teach his love of painting to others well into his nineties
Carl Rosner has worn many hats during his lifetime: bakery owner, soldier, carpenter, food and beverage manager, bonsai collector, and illustrator. Today, at the age of 95 years young, his long-term students have a different title for him — beloved art teacher. Born...
Free Outdoor Concerts
Brigantine Summer Concert Series Wednesday, June 4, 7 p.m. Brigantine Community Center 265 42nd St. Brigantine Community Education and Recreation will host a free outdoor concert on the Community Center lawn this Wednesday. Bring your lawn chair or blanket and enjoy...
How refurbished tech is bringing new opportunities to kids in Sierra Leone
Family Tides Al Saccoh of Egg Harbor Township was just a boy when Sierra Leone erupted into a decade-long civil war. By the time he arrived in America, he knew all too well how transformative — and necessary — education could be. “For 10 years, we had that brutal,...
Somers Point honors fallen heroes on Memorial Day
The city paid tribute to America’s fallen service members during its annual Memorial Day Parade and Ceremony on Monday, May 26. Hundreds of residents lined Shore Road as the American Legion Riders led a procession south through the city. The parade featured patriotic...
Le Tour de Downbeach rides along the coast June 1
The much-anticipated Le Tour de Downbeach returns for its 16th year on Sunday, June 1 at 9:30 a.m. (rain date: June 8), inviting families and cycling enthusiasts to take part in a scenic and spirited ride across Absecon Island. Starting and registering at the Ventnor...
