A celebration 250 years in the making
Letter from the editor There are certain moments in history that bring generations together. America’s Bicentennial in 1976 was one of those moments. I remember it well. As an 8-year-old student, I was chosen to play the Statue of Liberty in my school play. It...
Salty air and fatherly wisdom
Letter from the editor Father’s Day along the Jersey Shore carries its own kind of magic. Some of my fondest memories are tied to the salt air and my husband’s steadfast presence with our children by the water. Whether we were crabbing off the dock, paddling on back...
A great big beautiful tomorrow
Letter from the editor This month, thousands of graduates will toss their caps into the air, celebrating the end of one chapter and the beginning of another. These graduates are our future leaders, doctors, nurses, teachers, therapists, builders, electricians,...
The locals have spoken
From the editor There is something Bob and I have learned over the years, whether we’re at home along the Jersey Shore or traveling somewhere new: If you want the best experience, ask a local. It’s often the tucked-away breakfast spot with the best coffee...
The ocean is beautiful — and dangerous
Letter from the editor The ocean has always been my refuge — a place of joy, peace, adventure and some of my most treasured memories. Whether it’s an early morning walk along the shoreline, the sound of waves breaking on the beach or a day spent with family in...
