Mainland sophomore works toward Scouting’s highest rank
Let It Grow By Tammy Thornton Mainland Regional High School sophomore, Geoffrey Lovett, of Somers Point has been hard at work to earn the rank of Eagle Scout, the highest achievement attainable in the Scouting America organization. Among additional requirements to...
Snowdrops: harbingers of spring bringing cheer, joy and hope!
Let It Grow By Tammy Thornton Though any mention of snow may cause some of you to groan and hide under your warm fuzzy blankets, the blooming of snowdrop flowers should be a time to go outdoors and celebrate. When these tiny flowers make their appearance, it’s...
Black History Month: Highlighting Phillis Wheatley, the first African American to publish a book of poetry
Let It Grow By Tammy Thornton During the turbulent times of the Revolutionary War, some names were forever etched into American history. From our earliest education, we were taught about George Washington, Benjamin Franklin, John Hancock, Samuel Adams and Betsy Ross....
Bake up some love with puff pastry hearts
Let It Grow By Tammy Thornton Looking for an easy Valentine’s or Galentine’s dessert? Using only a few ingredients, these flaky puff pastry hearts will impress the special people in your life. While you can make this dessert any time of year with different shapes and...
Dutch oven bread, the ultimate comfort food
Let It Grow By Tammy Thornton During the cold winter months, comfort food warms our souls and revives our spirits. Walking into a room with the aroma of fresh-baked bread filling the air reveals that good things are coming our way. In the past, I have written about...
