Smithville Parade draws thousands for Fourth of July celebration
Thousands gathered in Historic Smithville last weekend to celebrate Independence Day with one of South Jersey’s most spirited traditions — the annual Fourth of July Parade. With more than 170 participating groups, the event was among the largest in New Jersey and...
From Ocean City to Africa, local author Vincent Malfitano finds new purpose in retirement
For many, retirement means slowing down, but for Ocean City resident Vincent Malfitano, it has meant anything but. The retired prosecutor and former Ocean City lifeguard has turned his retirement years into a time of exploration, creativity, and meaningful connections...
Northfield honors Fourth of July with patriotic parade
Northfield residents gathered on the morning of July 4 to celebrate Independence Day with the town’s annual parade. The festive event brought together local businesses, community organizations, and families in a spirited display of patriotism and civic pride....
Planning for future incapacity
I’m a big believer in planning (shocker, I know). Financial planning should start as soon as possible to help make your life easier in the future. A decline in health is inevitable, as much as I know none of us wants to talk about it. Not planning for it, when we know...
Stronger Together: Local groups provide support for those coping with PTSD
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, or PTSD, is something we often associate with military veterans and for good reason. Many who have served in combat zones carry invisible wounds that linger long after they have returned home. But PTSD affects not only those in uniform,...
