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Stockton University names new deans for schools of Health Sciences and Business

by shorelocalnews | Jul 31, 2026 | Atlantic County, Features, Galloway, South Jersey, What's Happening

Stockton University has appointed two experienced academic leaders to guide its schools of Health Sciences and Business as both enter periods of growth focused on expanding academic opportunities, strengthening industry partnerships and preparing students for...

Hallelujah! ‘Sister Act’ brings Broadway magic to Ocean City

by shorelocalnews | Jul 31, 2026 | What's Happening, Cape May County, Entertainment, Features, Ocean City, South Jersey

Get ready to rejoice as the Ocean City Theatre Company (OCTC), in partnership with the Ocean City POPS Orchestra, presents the Broadway smash hit “Sister Act” this August at the Bill and Nancy Hughes Performing Arts Center in Ocean City. This uplifting musical comedy...

Artists needed for Art in the Park at Kennedy Park Sept. 19

by shorelocalnews | Jul 31, 2026 | What's Happening, Atlantic County, Features, Somers Point, South Jersey

The Somers Point Arts Commission is currently seeking artists and photographers interested in participating at their 10th annual Art in the Park on September 19, 2026. This day-long festival is from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at JF Kennedy Park on Broadway in Somers Point...

Farmers Markets

by shorelocalnews | Jul 30, 2026 | Calendars, Atlantic City, Atlantic County, Brigantine, Egg Harbor Township, Features, Food & Beverage, Galloway, Mainland, Margate, Somers Point, South Jersey, Ventnor, What's Happening

Atlantic City Farmers Market Fridays, 4 – 6 p.m. Fisherman’s Park Community Garden, Massachusetts & Drexel Avenues Join C.R.O.P.S. for their weekly farmers markets, where you can shop for locally grown vegetables, fruit and herbs. Plus, enjoy free activities and a...

National Night Out

by shorelocalnews | Jul 30, 2026 | Calendars, Absecon, Atlantic City, Atlantic County, Brigantine, Cape May County, Egg Harbor Township, Features, Galloway, Linwood, Mainland, Mays Landing, Ocean City, Pleasantville, South Jersey, What's Happening

Tuesday, Aug. 4, 2026 Absecon 6 p.m. Pitney Park East, Pitney Road & Crestview Avenue Join the members of the Absecon Police Department for free food and fun. Local vendors and community organizations will be in attendance, along with demonstrations from the...

Events and Happenings

by shorelocalnews | Jul 30, 2026 | Calendars, Atlantic County, Cape May County, Features, South Jersey, What's Happening

Multi-day Events The 25th Annual Art of Surfing Thursday, July 30 – Saturday, August 1 Ocean City Music Pier, 825 Boardwalk The Art of Surfing Festival celebrates, exhibits, and commemorates surf culture in South Jersey with a full weekend of surf art, boards, music,...