Ventnor Block Party draws thousands of attendees, dozens of vendors
By Steffen Klenk The annual Ventnor Block Party, held Saturday, May 10, brought dozens of vendors and thousands attendees for a full slate of activities, spanning from Troy to Portland Ave. A wide selection of food was on the menu as food trucks served up their...
PETA asks Egg Harbor Township to change name to promote vegan alternatives
By Julia Train On Tuesday, May 6, 2025, Ingrid Newkirk, president of People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA), sent an email to Egg Harbor Township (EHT) Mayor Laura Pfrommer. In the message, Newkirk wrote to Pfrommer “with a suggestion that could help...
Events and Happenings
Multi-day Events Smithville Mayfest Saturday, May 17 and Sunday, May 18 10 a.m.-5 p.m. 615 E. Moss Mill Road, Smithville Over 100 crafters and vendors will line the village paths and parking lots with handmade goods, artisan crafts and unique finds. Enjoy delicious...
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...
Somers Point to welcome discount retailer, Ocean State Job Lot
Business BuzzBy Rich Baehrle Somers Point has great news. A new store is going to occupy the vacant space that was once the home of Big Lots at 257 New Road. Unfortunately Big Lots fell victim to what many retailers have experienced in recent years: too much debt,...
