Hello readers: I’m so excited to introduce a new column in The SandPaper for summer 2026 called “Still Standing.” As a longtime admirer of the vintage homes that dot Long Beach Island – and the lucky ...

This year marks the 75th anniversary of the Beach Haven Marlin and Tuna Club, which has been a mainstay since a group of fishermen who had long fished the area recognized the need for, and benefit of, ...

The upcoming election is less than two weeks away, and the future of Ship Bottom is on the line. Let’s be clear, Ship Bottom is one of the best towns on Long Beach Island because of the leadership we ...

On Gov. Murphy’s final day in office, he signed a bill creating the strictest e-bike regulations on Earth. The law eliminates New Jersey’s previous three-class system, lumping slow, pedal-assist bikes ...

The Lighthouse International Film Festival has announced its opening and closing nights’ films. The opener is “Chili Finger,” co-directed by Edd Benda and Stephen Helstad. The film is 100 minutes in ...

As a municipal administrator, certified public manager, business owner, commissioner on both the state Municipal Excess Liability (MEL) and the State Cyber Insurance funds, I have extensive experience ...

I have known John Hiros and his family for almost 20 years and support him for Ship Bottom Borough Council. We live on the same street. John is former self-employed business owner, well versed in all ...

Next weekend, the Southern Regional community will gather to honor former football coach Chuck Donohue Sr. and celebrate his incredible, 52-year head coaching career. Set for Saturday, May 30 from 4 ...

Years ago, the intersection of Route 72 and Barnacle Drive was identified as one spot within Stafford Township that created some unease with the police department. “Chief (Thomas) Dellane brought it ...

On April 18, I was crowned as this year’s TOPS New Jersey state queen. For those of you unfamiliar with the organization, TOPS stands for Take Off Pounds Sensibly and is an international organization ...

Nearly a year after Central Avenue reopened as a full north-south artery to ease traffic flow, critics say it has only increased cut-throughs and raised speeds on residential roads north of Eighth ...

Championship teams battle against the odds, have an inextinguishable fire, and press on through adversity to succeed as one. Brooke Sutter embodies the grit, passion and determination of the Southern ...