Diane D'amico
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Drowning victim remembered as a hero and true friend
PLEASANTVILLE — At only 15, Ramon B. Quinn II gave his life to help a friend, but his selfless act should inspire others, speakers said at his funeral service Saturday → Read More
Water safety part of curriculum at schools along the shore
This spring, more than 1,700 students in schools in lower Cape May County got lessons in ocean safety. → Read More
Pleasantville hires superintendent, faces another lawsuit
PLEASANTVILLE — The Board of Education on Wednesday approved offering Clarence Alston a three-year contract as superintendent. → Read More
There's no time for sadness at Camp Sparkle
LINWOOD — A roomful of children beating on drums might not sound like stress relief, but teacher Mary Steinacker knows that rhythms can be soothing. → Read More
Revised state budget still cuts aid to many local schools
TRENTON — A revised state budget heading to the state Legislature on Thursday still includes more money for underfunded school districts, but takes less money from those considered overfunded. → Read More
Buena Regional teacher pleads guilty to having sex with student
MAYS LANDING — A Folsom man who taught at Buena Regional High School pleaded guilty Monday to multiple charges after allegedly having sexual relations with a 17-year-old female student, authorities → Read More
SNAP vital to prevent hunger, but locations can fall short on healthy foods
In some parts of South Jersey, shopping with food stamps is a little like entering a complex scavenger hunt. Looking for a staple like bread? There’s one loaf on a → Read More
Egg Harbor Township Fred Nickles remembered for a life of public service
EGG HARBOR TOWNSHIP _ Fred Nickles was just 16 when he joined the Scullville Fire Company as a junior firefighter. → Read More
N.J. legislators introduce bill to nullify TrumpCare impact
TRENTON — On the same day that the U.S. Senate released its proposed health care plan, two state Legislators introduced a bill that would replace any federal tax cuts on → Read More
Area residents nominated for state posts, judgeships
Several area residents have been nominated by Gov. Chris Christie this month to serve on state agencies and as Superior Court judges. → Read More
'Career ready' programs prepare students for life after high school
High school commencement speakers are fond of saying that graduation is not an end, but a beginning. → Read More
Stockton's Brian Jackson taking the lead in Atlantic City
ATLANTIC CITY — The parking garage for the Gateway project in Atlantic City is taking shape quickly, as workers install huge panels in what looks a little like a giant → Read More
Free summer meal program faces challenges
TRENTON — Summer meal programs for children are increasingly important as families may be getting less support from food stamps and pantries, advocates told state legislators at a hearing Monday. → Read More
Port Norris students find pearls in their heritage
COMMERCIAL TOWNSHIP — The oyster industry in Port Norris was so profitable in the late 1800s and early 1900s that historical reports claim the town in rural Cumberland County had → Read More
Pilgrim Academy graduates 29
Hometown: Cape May Court House College: College for Creative Studies “My grandmother once told me to look at my hands. She told me that each of my 10 fingers had its own length, limit, standard, and function and that hands wouldn’t work if they were all designed to be the same. Though there’s always something that someone can’t do, what’s important is that each continues doing what it can. My… → Read More
Our Lady of Mercy Academy graduates 20
ELIZABETH EMBERGER Rank: 1, valedictorian Hometown: Vineland College: University of Maryland, Baltimore Major: Engineering “There are some people and things that have become so much a part of us that they will be with us no matter where we go. They are our solid ground, our North Star, and the voices in our heads and hearts that will guide us wherever we go, forever. Thank you all for making… → Read More
Sites sought to serve summer meals to children
When the school year ends next month, so will a major source of meals for children from low-income families — free breakfast and lunch programs at schools. → Read More
Stockton professor's genocide work includes meeting with Pope Francis
GALLOWAY TOWNSHIP — Genocide is personal for Elisa von Joeden-Forgey. → Read More
Teens share talents at Hammonton Arts Festival
HAMMONTON —High school students shared their talents downtown Wednesday during the 2017 Atlantic County Teen Arts Festival. → Read More
Privatizing aides gets personal in area schools
When the Buena Regional School District considered privatizing its school aides, parent Angela Mathews came to a school board meeting in April with emotional stories of how her son’s aides → Read More