Upper Township man receives Humanitarian of the Year award
By Madison Russ When Nick Bricker learned he was being honored by the Upper Township Division of EMS with a Humanitarian of the Year award, he was caught off guard. “I didn’t know anything about it,” said Bricker. “I’m not one who enjoys notoriety or the limelight...
Local author and “Sopranos” actor serve up stories, behind-the-scenes tales in this new book
By Madison Russ A new book by a local author offers fans of “The Sopranos” a taste of something unique—eight mouthwatering recipes paired with eight behind-the-scenes stories from HBO’s legendary mob drama. “Homemade,” co-authored by “The Sopranos” actor Robert...
Launching a love for learning: How one educator is sharing science and inspiring young minds
By Madison Russ If there’s one thing Michelle Stella Riordan doesn’t do, it’s slow down. She even jokes that those close to her say she has two speeds: high speed and asleep. Whether she’s spearheading local STEM programs and clubs or researching the cosmos, the Egg...
Local robotics team ranks number one in the state
By Madison Russ A room full of teenagers might typically buzz with chatter, but inside the STEM building at the Police Activities League of Egg Harbor Township and Atlantic County, visitors are met with a focused quiet where the organization’s competitive robotics...
