Tom Kelly, Margate’s Medal of Honor hero
By William Kelly After seeing the movie, “Hacksaw Ridge,” about the U.S. Army medic who was awarded the Congressional Medal of Honor for saving the lives of some 75 soldiers during the Battle of Okinawa in the Pacific during World War II, I couldn’t help but think of...The allure of toned silver dollars
By Douglas Keefe, Beachcomber Coins I’m sure you’ve heard the saying beauty is in the eye of the beholder, which literally means two people viewing the same thing can have two different opinions as to its attractiveness. Nowhere is this truer than with coins. I’ve...Plein Air in Atlantic County Parks Saturday, Oct. 5
Calling all artists of any skill level or experience to participate in a Plein Air event on Saturday, Oct. 5, 2024, 8 a.m. – 4 p.m. Participants will be able to sketch and paint outdoors at any of the natural, historical or recreational locations within the Atlantic...Somers Point Business Association announces the 2025 SPBA Awards
Our region has many great “best of” awards, but in a unique town, we deserve to have unique recognition. These awards recognize SPBA member businesses and organizations that have made an impact on the people who live, work, and play in Somers Point. Votes can be cast...Atlantic County Clean Communities Program invites residents to participate in Fall Litter Challenge
The Atlantic County Clean Communities Program, administered by Atlantic County Utilities Authority (ACUA), is excited to announce its 2024 Fall Litter Challenge. The challenge invites groups of Atlantic County residents to clear litter from roads, parks or other...
