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South Jersey home that won ABC's 'The Great Christmas Light Fight' will feature a new holiday theme this year

A Pitman home that won national attention for its elaborate Christmas decorations is getting ready to light up again, this time with a brand-new theme. Frostland Village, the holiday light display at 23 Euclid Ave. in Pitman, will kick off its 2026 season Friday, Nov. 27, from 5-10 p.m. Homeowners Michael McCarty and Lyle Williams are introducing new decorations and themed displays, continuing a tradition that began with a small collection of Christmas lights in 2016.

Pitman, NJ · 1d
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Honoring legacy of WWII vet who died as oldest living soldier | Exclusive

Carmen P. Poloff lived a full life in South Jersey. He helped build Belleplain State Forest, worked as a contractor across the region and, most notably, held the title of oldest living veteran from World War II. A longtime resident of Bridgeton and Cedarville, Carmen Poloff died in March 2025 at age 105 years and five months after a life spent serving his country and helping develop South Jersey. Born October 13, 1919, Carmen Poloff came of age during the Great Depression. As a teenager, he joined the crew that built Belleplain State Forest, where he helped dig Lake Nummy by hand. Veteran's Day events: Vineland will reveal War on Terror Memorial Monument on Veterans Day Carmen Poloff enlisted in January 1939 and began training at Fort Dix that March at age 19. He served throughout World War II and took part in major events, including D-Day and the Battle of the Bulge. Although his service earned him two Purple Hearts and a distinguished service medal, Carmen Poloff was never known to brag. His son, Steve Poloff, said Carmen Poloff rarely talked about the war, and when he did, it was always positive or humorous memories. “He was really a

Bridgeton, NJ · 1d

South Jersey Media

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Gloucester City Library celebrates two anniversaries

Back in 1925, members of the Gloucester City Women’s Club came up with a plan to give residents free access to literature and encyclopedias and decided to create a library. With an initial collection of 3,200 books, the library opened its doors to the public at 2:30 p.m. on April 11, 1925, in the old […]

Gloucester City, NJ · 14h

South Jersey Media

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Millville Army Air Field Museum Launches Its ‘Taking Flight’ Campaign

From left: Russell Davis, board chairman; Lisa Jester, executive director; Jerry Carey, president. The Millville Army Air Field Museum (MAAFM) proudly launches its “Taking Flight” Campaign, dedicated to ensuring the Museum will continue its mission to EDUCATE our youth about “America’s First Defense Airport” of World War II, HONOR our veterans, and PRESERVE our heritage.  […]

Millville, NJ · 13h

South Jersey Media

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A novel place to call home

BY DEBRA WALLACE When bestselling author Pam Jenoff decided it was time to put down local roots, she wanted to recreate the South Jersey community she remembered from her early years. Jenoff first came to Haddonfield in 2008, followed later by Cherry Hill in 2010, where she and her family remain rooted. Her local ties […]

Haddonfield, NJ · 7h

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R&B and disco legend dead at 72: ‘One of the greatest’

Rochelle Fleming, a founding member and lead singer of the beloved R&B and disco girls group, First Choice, has died. Fleming was a Philadelphia, Pennsylvania native, and First Choice was formed there in 1971. The group produced a list of hits that included “Armed and Extremely Dangerous,” Smarty Pants,” “The Player (Part 1).” “Guilty,” “Love Thang,” and “Doctor Love.”

Philadelphia, PA · 17h

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SS United States being sunk to become the world's largest artificial reef

Philadelphia, PA · 6h

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'Jeopardy!' contestant from Delco loses title defense but wins over Eagles fans in final round

A Havertown resident who won his "Jeopardy!" debut wasn't able to defend his title in Tuesday night's episode, but he did take the chance to show some hometown pride. Curtis Parker, a researcher, was given the following clue in the final round: This tragedy in a North Side garage was a major factor in the establishment of the National Firearms Act. His response: "What is go birds?"

Havertown, PA · 9h

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Why so many historic Philadelphia street lamps are shaped like the letter 'P'

Hundreds of historic lampposts in neighborhoods like Society Hill and Old City curve into an arch resembling a capital "P," carrying fixtures known as "Franklin lights." The design traces back to the 1750s, when Benjamin Franklin set out to improve fragile, soot-covered round glass globes imported from London. Franklin’s four-pane...

Philadelphia, PA · 4d

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Remembering The Edmund Fitzgerald – Ship & Song

November 10th is a date that will forever be remembered in Great Lakes history. It's the anniversary of the sinking of the SS Edmund Fitzgerald, the massive freighter that disappeared beneath the icy waters of Lake Superior during a powerful storm in 1975. The disaster claimed the lives of all 29 crew members aboard, and thanks to Gordon Lightfoot, the story has been preserved in one of the most recognizable songs in rock history.

Philadelphia, PA · 1d

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St. Luke’s of Glenside to host ‘Oldies Night’ on Nov. 14

St. Luke the Evangelist Church of Glenside will host an “Oldies Night” on Saturday, November 14 from 6:30pm – 10:00pm at Father Fitzpatrick Hall. Tickets are $40 and include dinner, beer, wine, and soda. A table of 10 is $350. Tickets are available here or by calling the St. Luke rectory at 215-572-0128.

Glenside, PA · 1d

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USS New Jersey, commissioned in 1943 and decommissioned for the last time in February 1991, is the most decorated battleship in American history, its museum says

Across the Delaware River from Philadelphia, the city whose navy yard built her, the battleship New Jersey now sits as a museum in Camden. Her service record spans four commissions, from World War II to the Persian Gulf, and the museum that keeps her makes a strong claim for it: no American battleship earned more […]

Philadelphia, PA · 1d

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Marines celebrate 251st birthday at future site of 'The Tun' in Philadelphia

All eyes are on Philadelphia as it plans to recreate the historic 'Tun Tavern,' regarded as the birthplace of the United States Marine Corps.

Philadelphia, PA · 1d

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Jill Biden will join former White House health adviser Raj Panjabi for Philly book event

Former first lady Jill Biden will join physician and former White House health adviser Raj Panjabi in Philadelphia this December for a conversation about how people can handle crises, whether they're unfolding on the world stage or much closer to home. The two will appear together Tuesday, Dec. 8, at...

Philadelphia, PA · 1d

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Old York Road Historical Society to host ‘Incomprehensible Friends and Rebellious Enemies: German Soldiers in the American Revolutionary War’ Nov. 11, Bryn Athyn train wreck presentation Dec. 5

The Old York Road Historical Society continues their historical lectures series on Wednesday, November 11th, 2026 at 7:30PM in the John Barnes Room of Abington Friends Meeting with Incomprehensible Friends and Rebellious Enemies: German Soldiers in the American Revolutionary War by Friederike Baer, Ph.D.. The presentation will be offered both in-person and on Zoom.

Bryn Athyn, PA · 3d

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Philly's holiday tree lighting will feature performances by Kristin Chenoweth and Kirk Franklin

Broadway star Kristin Chenoweth and gospel singer Kirk Franklin will bring two very different musical styles to Philadelphia's holiday tree lighting at City Hall on Thursday, Dec. 3. The free celebration begins at 7 p.m. on the north side of City Hall. Chenoweth, who originated the role of Glinda in...

Philadelphia, PA · 1d

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Who is the Big Cheese hiding in Manayunk's rafters

I've been reporting for nearly two decades, counting my college newspaper days. That means I'm getting old, and I've been at this long enough that I no longer find stories; they find me. The big picture: In that spirit, let me tell you a story: I attended my friend, rapper Frost Gio 's open-mic show at The Grape in Manayunk over the weekend. While there, I gazed up at the bar rafters and saw a yellow plushie gazing back at me. At first, I thought it was a guitar pick playing the guitar. Very meta. Then I thought, no, wait, it's Split, the Savannah Bananas mascot. Zoom in: Stumped, my reporter instincts kicked in. So I asked the bartender. He told me the stuffie was the calling card of CheeseParade. I'd find them scattered throughout the bar. What they're saying: "Am I supposed to know who that is?" I asked as he popped open another nonalcoholic seltzer for me. He chuckled, quickly realized I was a newb to the bar and launched into the backstory. Catch up quick: CheeseParade is a Philly-born sketch comedy group that's built a massive online following. I found tidbits and scraps about its founder on

Philadelphia, PA · 1d

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Crab-Themed Art Show at an Empty South Philly Lot

A long-empty triangle of cement at Washington and Passyunk Avenues became an open-air gallery for “Imitation Crab,” an art show at the lot. The show took place at the former site of Capt. Jesse G’s Crab Shack, according to The Philadelphia Inquirer. Rose Luardo has also created artwork at the lot.

Philadelphia, PA · 1d