‘1676 Project’ tells how South Jersey shaped America
We are now celebrating the 250th year of American independence. However, our exceptional nation was created long before July 4, 1776. Our “revolution” was fought to preserve what Americans already had — a nation of freedom and “boundless opportunities.” Much of that...
Light of Asia: Lucy’s forgotten relative
Most fans of the Jersey Shore know of Lucy the Elephant in Margate but very few know that she once had a cousin located a bit further south in Cape May. Known as the “Light of Asia” or Old Dumbo by the locals, she was designed by Philadelphia architect...
The Ocean City causeway through the years
New Ninth Street bridge turning 14 years old Photos courtesy of Lew Graff Old and new views from Somers...
South Jersey representation in pop culture
Let’s consider the geographic layout of our neck of the woods. We have Philadelphia, home of cheesesteaks and Eagles fans. Then, we have the Jersey suburbs of Philly, like Cherry Hill, Camden and Collingswood. The Pinelands lay between those towns and the Jersey...
Hidden History of Atlantic City: The real Boardwalk Empire
“Hidden History of Atlantic City,” written by Shore Local contributor, author, producer and jazz performer Bruce Klauber and culled from his first season of Shore Local columns; tells the stories of the legendary nightspots, spectacular hotels and the glittering...
