Sensory-friendly lab opens at Shore Medical Center
By Steffen Klenk Shore Medical Center in Somers Point has been making it easier for patients with autism and sensory processing disorders to get care in a welcoming environment. This further advances Shore Medical Center’s commitment to inclusive, compassionate...
Jones Road Fire shows how fragile NJ’s Pine Barrens are
By Meteorologist Joe Martucci The Jones Road Fire, which was first spotted at 9:45 a.m. on April 22, was New Jersey’s largest wildfire in 18 years, swallowing up 23 square miles in Ocean County, or a little over 15,000 acres. While drought conditions have improved...
Bayfest brings full day of smiles to Somers Point
By Steffen Klenk Rain was in the forecast, but nothing could dampen the spirit of Somers Point Bayfest, held this past Saturday along Historic Bay Avenue. The annual celebration brought thousands of visitors to the heart of town for a full day of music, food, and...
EHTSC to remember Ashley Reich with number retirement
By James FitzPatrick Ashley Reich was just 15 when she died from cancer on March 19 of 2011. She lived life to its fullest before and after her diagnosis with synovial sarcoma, a rare form of soft tissue disease. She was a traveler, having visited Costa Rica, the...
