by shorelocalnews | Oct 16, 2025 | Editorial, Atlantic County, Cape May County, Letters from the editor, South Jersey
Letter from the editor The recent nor’easter and all the cancellations that came with it left me with some unexpected free time this past weekend. Instead of rushing from one event to another, I decided to attend a yoga class at Strengthening Souls Yoga Studio in...
by Cindy Christy Fertsch | Oct 16, 2025 | Features, Atlantic City, Atlantic City Casinos, Atlantic County, South Jersey, What's Happening
The Metropolitan Business and Citizens Association (MBCA) celebrated its 34th Annual Officers Installation and Awards Gala on Tuesday, Oct. 14, at Tropicana Atlantic City, drawing more than 600 attendees for an evening of recognition, entertainment and community...
by Cindy Fertsch | Oct 9, 2025 | Editorial, Atlantic County, Cape May County, Letters from the editor, South Jersey
Letter from the editor If you’ve never been to a trunk-or-treat, think of it as Halloween tailgating. Instead of children going door to door, families gather in a parking lot or park where cars are lined up, trunks open and decorated in spooky or creative themes. Kids...
by Cindy Fertsch | Oct 2, 2025 | Editorial, Atlantic County, Cape May County, Letters from the editor, South Jersey
Letter from the editor Last weekend, my daughter’s phone was charging when it suddenly began to overheat and even started smoking. Thankfully, she was in the room and unplugged it immediately. It made me stop and think — how many times have I left my own phone...
by Cindy Christy Fertsch | Oct 2, 2025 | Features, Atlantic County, Cape May County, Entertainment, South Jersey
As fall settles in, I’ve been thinking about the places that keep our community strong year-round. Local businesses do more than sell products or provide services—they shape our routines, create gathering spaces, and become part of our stories. Here are five of my...