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Upper Township, NJ · Arts & Culture

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Ocean City explores ways to save historic Wonderland carousel

There may be hope after all for saving the 100-year-old carousel that once graced Wonderland Pier on the Ocean City Boardwalk. The iconic merry-go-round, which allowed riders to grab for the coveted brass ring while whirling around on ornate wooden horses, has largely been hidden from public view ever since Wonderland closed in 2024.

Ocean City, NJ · 2d

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Locals Agree Lewes Is The Most Charming Small Town In All Of Delaware

A real cannonball from the War of 1812 is still stuck in the side of a house here. Seriously. The town took fire from British ships in 1813, and one building kept the souvenir. That same town calls itself the first town in the first state. Dutch settlers set up...

Lewes, DE · 2d

South Jersey Media

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From the courtroom to the page

For Voorhees resident and trial attorney A.M. Soliman, fighting for people whose voices have been overlooked has been a central part of his legal career. Now, he’s bringing that same passion for justice to the pages of his latest novel. Set for release on Nov. 10, The Name She Carries tells the story of a Black woman […]

Voorhees Township, NJ · 1d

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Sussex Strong Realtors host Hollywood gala

Hollywood glamour took center stage for the annual Sussex Strong Red Carpet Gala Oct. 29 at the Rehoboth Beach Convention Center, bringing more than 300 guests together for an evening of glam, entertainment and giving back. Attendees dressed to impress and enjoyed live and silent auctions, food from local restaurants...

Rehoboth Beach, DE · 4d

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WWII Observation Tower #1 – South Bethany Beach

Along the picturesque coastline of Delaware, history stands silently against the backdrop of crashing Atlantic waves. Among the most fascinating historical landmarks dotting this shore are the remnants of a bygone era of coastal defense, prominently represented by WWII Observation Tower #1 – South Bethany Beach Click to open side panel for more information . These towering concrete sentinels serve as a tangible reminder of a time when the United States mainland braced itself against potential threats from across the ocean during the Second World War.

Bethany Beach, DE · 1d

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New Book Explores Wildwood’s Legendary Nightlife and Rock & Roll History

New Book Explores Wildwood’s Legendary Nightlife and Rock & Roll History. The Wildwoods have always been about making beautiful memories. For generations, families have traveled to our five-mile island to enjoy the beaches, walk famous Boardwalk, and experience everything that makes the Wildwoods so special. But for many, some...

Wildwood, NJ · 2d

We Are New Jersey

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Lee Brice Joins Wildwood Country Music Festival

Another announcement about next summer's Barefoot Fest in Wildwood, New Jersey

Wildwood, NJ · 2d

NJ.com

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N.J. football playoff photos: Pinelands at Oakcrest, NJSIAA SJG3 semifinal, Nov. 7, 2026

Getting deeper into the N.J. football playoffs

Mays Landing, NJ · 20h

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‘Anything can happen’ as Martin and Short hit stage at Ocean

If Steve Martin and Martin Short had more time, the longtime friends would embark on a proper tour. However, it isn’t easy for the iconic comic-actors to hit the road together since their schedules are typically jammed. “We’re both always very busy,” Short said while calling from his Los...

Atlantic City, NJ · 1d

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John 5 says he cried “uncontrollably” after making his live debut with Mötley Crüe

When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. John 5 was the ideal candidate to assume Mick Mars' role in Mötley Crüe. He is one of the few rock guitar players whom you can hand an electric guitar and all bets are off – he can play anything.

Atlantic City, NJ · 1d

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Fall Bake Sale Planned at Brick Library Later This Month

The Friends of the Brick Library will hold a fall bake sale Saturday, Nov. 21, at the Brick Branch of the Ocean County Library. The sale will run from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the branch, 301 Chambers Bridge Road. Homemade baked goods will be available, and all sales will be cash only. Proceeds will benefit the Friends of the Brick Library.

Brick, NJ · 1d

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Philadelphia’s city hall is the world’s tallest building made of only brick and stone

You can see Philadelphia City Hall from blocks away, and that is not an accident. The building rises 548 feet from the sidewalk at Broad and Market Streets, right where William Penn laid out the center of his original city plan. It is the largest city government building in the...

Philadelphia, PA · 2d

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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 · 1d

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Grace Kelly at 97: Her Philadelphia Story, From East Falls to Monaco

Over Christmas 1955, Prince Rainier III of Monaco asked Grace Kelly to marry him inside a brick Colonial on Henry Avenue in East Falls. It was the house she grew up in, where a linen closet door still carried marks recording her height as a girl. By then, Kelly was...

Philadelphia, PA · 1d

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Giant Puppets Roll Through West Philly as Peoplehood Parade Hits Year 26

Giant puppets, marching bands and neighborhood coalitions will fill the streets of West Philadelphia this Saturday as the Peoplehood Parade and Pageant steps off at 1 p.m. from the Paul Robeson House. Street closures begin at 10 a.m., with 50th Street shutting down between Walnut and Chestnut to make room for the procession before it winds its way to Clark Park.

Philadelphia, PA · 2d

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Photo Gallery: Delco Christian vs Faith Christian

Support Philadelphia Soccer Now’s coverage of high school soccer by subscribing today. Delaware County Christian and Faith Christian Academy clashed in the PIAA District 1 Class A final Tuesday night at Upper Dublin High School. Delco Christian came out on top, winning their first district title since 2010 with a 4-2 victory over defending district and state champs Faith Christian.

Philadelphia, PA · 1d

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Little Movie Store Brings Back the Video Rental Store in South Philly

Friday night at the video store is back in South Philadelphia, where a local couple is betting that movie lovers are ready to swap streaming algorithms for real shelves, writes John Semley for The Philadelphia Inquirer. Dylan and Keri Wise opened Little Movie Store on October 24 at 2001 S....

Philadelphia, PA · 2d

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The Big Dill to take over South Philly for National Pickle Day with 1,200-person record attempt

The Big Dill returns to Philadelphia on Nov. 14 at Stateside Live! in the South Philadelphia Sports Complex from 1 p.m. to 9 p.m. Organizers will attempt to break a world record for the largest gathering of people dressed as pickles, outfitting 1,200 attendees in numbered suits. The celebration features...

Philadelphia, PA · 1d

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Prepare to be mesmerized at the Kimmel Center’s immersive magic show

In a dark room set up with tables all around and a stage at the front, audiences are ushered in to a memorial for the late, great magician Dieter Roterburg.

Philadelphia, PA · 18h