Lifeguard races are part of South Jersey culture
Lifeguard races have been part of the area’s sports scene for over a century. Last Monday’s exciting South Jersey Lifeguard Championships were the 104th edition of the event. As noted by author and former Sea Isle City Beach Patrol chief Tom McCann in his new book,...
Longport rower wins third South Jersey title
Longport rower Mike McGrath leaned back and dug his oars into the ocean one last time Monday evening, hoping that it would be enough to earn a victory. It was. Barely. McGrath edged Margate’s Chris Spiers by the smallest of margins, beating him to the finish line by a...
Lifeguards rescue lifeguards, keeping paddleboarding for a cause event afloat
When a group of paddleboarders were forced to cut their 120-mile fundraiser for premature babies short due to treacherous weather and injuries, it would have been easy to give up. Instead, the organization, Cal’s Pals, reached out for help, and lifeguards all along...
The Arc of Atlantic County Golf Classic, presented by I. Rice & Company, Inc., Returns to Galloway National Golf Club Oct. 9
Proceeds support programs and services for people with disabilities Registration is now open for The Arc of Atlantic County Golf Classic, presented by I. Rice & Company, Inc., to be held Thursday, October 9, 2025 at Galloway National Golf Club in Galloway, New...
Local couple expands youth sports with new indoor fieldhouse
Business Buzz Bright Stars Gymnastics and Swim Academy is a true local success story. Founded in 2005 by Greg and Bonnie Petitt, the business began humbly—first in shared space at New Motion Dance Studio in Linwood, then in the basement of Central Methodist Church....
