Rich Baehrle - Shore Local Newsmagazine

Somers Point is one of the hottest business markets on the Jersey Shore

by Rich Baehrle | May 28, 2026 | Atlantic County, Business, Features, Somers Point, South Jersey

Business Buzz For many towns along the Jersey Shore, landing one or two new businesses in a year is considered a major accomplishment. But the City of Somers Point has taken things up a notch. The energy, momentum and excitement surrounding Somers Point’s business...

L.E.H. Soap: The journey from idea to thriving skincare brand

by Rich Baehrle | Apr 30, 2026 | Atlantic County, Business, Cape May County, Features, South Jersey

Business Buzz In a world where many great ideas stay on the drawing board, one South Jersey family has turned a simple, kitchen table concept into a thriving regional brand. That’s exactly what the L.E.H. Soap Company has accomplished, growing from humble beginnings...

Berry Chill has arrived in EHT

by Rich Baehrle | Apr 23, 2026 | Atlantic County, Business, Egg Harbor Township, Features, South Jersey

Business Buzz Egg Harbor Township just got a little healthier — and a lot more refreshing. Entrepreneur Tara Gardner, the energetic force behind the newly opened Berry Chill at the English Creek Center, is bringing her passion for healthy living and community...

Zen Garden Nutrition just made Galloway a little healthier

by Rich Baehrle | Apr 2, 2026 | Atlantic County, Business, Features, Food & Beverage, Galloway, South Jersey

Business Buzz The latest addition to the Galloway Township business community is bringing a refreshing and healthy twist to everyday living. Entrepreneurs and husband-and-wife team Steve and Patty Hydock have opened Zen Garden Nutrition at 319 E. Jimmie Leeds Road,...

Something is brewing in Linwood

by Rich Baehrle | Mar 19, 2026 | Atlantic County, Business, Features, Food & Beverage, Linwood, South Jersey

Business Buzz There’s a fresh buzz brewing in Linwood — and it’s happening right along the highly traveled New Road corridor. There is a change of the local coffee guard. The former PJ’s Coffee & Café at Cornerstone Commerce Center has officially transitioned to a...