Local barber inducted into National Barber Museum Hall of Fame
When Phil Huber learned that he’d been nominated as an inductee for the National Barber Museum Hall of Fame, he said he cried. Huber, owner of Phil’s Barbershop & Hair Replacement on the corner of W. Groveland and Atlantic avenues, has become a mainstay in the...
Big crowds return to Bayfest despite rain
Thousands made their way to historic Bay Avenue on Saturday, April 25, for the 37th Annual Bayfest. Despite the overcast skies and windy conditions, crowds enjoyed a plethora of activities including live music and entertainment, amazing food vendors, dozens of...
New Jersey’s e-bike law raises questions as implementation nears
A new law regulating electric bicycles (e-bikes) in New Jersey is set to take effect this summer, introducing stricter requirements for riders in response to growing safety concerns. However, as the rollout approaches, questions remain about how the law will be...
A community staple: Gregory’s Bar turns 80
One thing about our area is that community is at the heart of everything we do. While some may see it as a transient place, it’s the locals who keep it alive year-round. Whether you went to high school or college here, chances are you’ll run into someone you know at...
Somers Point sees surge in retail, restaurant development
A wave of commercial development is reshaping Somers Point, with multiple national chains and locally driven concepts either under construction or preparing to open in the coming months. The city, home to roughly 10,000 residents, is seeing increased interest...
