New merchandise celebrates historic Ventnor neighborhood
Last Thursday, Dec. 11, dozens gathered in the cozy confines of Coastal Collective Arts in Ventnor to celebrate one of the town’s most historic and cherished neighborhoods, St. Leonard’s Tract. The store is collaborating with the St. Leonard’s Association to support...
Ventnor Elementary School named a New Jersey Blue Ribbon School for Closing the Achievement Gap
Ventnor Elementary School has been named a New Jersey Blue Ribbon School for Closing the Achievement Gap, a prestigious recognition aligned to the U.S. Department of Education’s National Blue-Ribbon Schools Program. The award follows nomination by the New Jersey...
Ventnor Plaza is proof that retail centers can thrive
Business Buzz To say that Ventnor Plaza has been a successful turnaround is an understatement. When I was president of the Atlantic County Mainland Chamber of Commerce, we used to give out awards to people that made renovations similar to what local resident Mark...
Downbeach Seafood Festival delights crowds
The annual Downbeach Seafood Festival returned to Ski Beach last weekend, Sept.13 and 14, drawing thousands of visitors for two full days of local flavors, craft brews and bayside entertainment. Produced by Good Time Tricycle Productions, the event featured food...
Fresh local seafood takes center stage at Downbeach Seafood Festival with music and coastal fun
No one appreciates summer like I do, but the fall at the shore does have its upsides: fewer people at the beach, less traffic, easier to get reservations at your favorite restaurants, and festivals galore. Yes, locals summer is here. And while summer may not...
