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Pope Francis’ passing reminds us of what truly matters

by Michael | Apr 24, 2025 | Editorial, Atlantic County, Cape May County, Letters from the editor, South Jersey

Letter from the editor This week, my heart is heavy with the news of Pope Francis’ passing. Whether or not you are Catholic, it’s hard not to feel a deep sense of respect and compassion for a man who has led with humility, kindness and a global message of unity. Pope...

A Shore thing: Easter traditions and pickled eggs

by Michael | Apr 17, 2025 | Editorial, Atlantic County, Cape May County, Features, Letters from the editor, South Jersey

Letter from the editor I can’t imagine spending Easter weekend anywhere but the Jersey Shore. There’s something about seeing everything open again—the shops, rides and bustling boardwalk—that brings a sense of joy and anticipation for the season ahead. It feels...

April is Autism Awareness Month: A personal reflection

by Michael | Apr 3, 2025 | Atlantic County, Cape May County, Editorial, South Jersey

Letter from the editor When our son was diagnosed with autism in 1997, we were thrust into a world that felt unfamiliar and uncertain. At the time, public understanding of autism was limited, resources were few and the internet was still in its infancy. Aside from the...

Hop to the beer, with a side of pretzels

by Cindy | Mar 27, 2025 | Atlantic County, Cape May County, Editorial, Features, Letters from the editor, South Jersey

Letter from the editor This weekend marks the return of one of my favorite annual events — the Atlantic City Beer and Music Festival. That may surprise those who know me well, since I don’t actually like beer. But hear me out — there’s so much more to this festival...

Embracing the changing seasons

by Cindy | Mar 20, 2025 | Atlantic County, Cape May County, Editorial, Features, Letters from the editor, South Jersey

Letter from the editor Spring has arrived at last! After months of cold, blustery days, the warmth of the sun on our skin and the sight of tulips and daffodils emerging from the earth feels like a long-awaited reward. There is something about this transition that...