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The Mystery of New Jersey’s Pine Barrens Giant Letters

The Mystery of New Jersey’s Pine Barrens Giant Letters If you ever check out the area near Greenwood Wildlife Management Area in Ocean County, New Jersey on Google Maps or Google Earth, you might notice something strange. In the forest, there are these really big letters carved out, like “L,” “T,” “V,” “O,” “J,” and …

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Cape May’s LOST Elephant – The Light of Asia

Cape May’s LOST Elephant – The Light of Asia In the annals of Cape May’s history lies a fascinating tale of innovation, ambition, and the enduring legacy of a wooden elephant named the “Light of Asia.” Back in 1884, amid the serene backdrop of the beach that separated Cape Island from Cape May Point, groups …

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The Day New Jersey Was Almost Invaded

The Day New Jersey Was Almost Invaded It was a wake-up call, a realization that the unexpected could unfold on any coast. As the threat of German U-boats loomed, South Jersey found itself at the forefront of concern, positioned strategically at the mouth of the Delaware River, becoming a potential prime target. In the early …

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The Abandoned Town of Sea Breeze New Jersey

The Abandoned Town of Sea Breeze New Jersey In American history, there exists a town that, for a brief and shining moment, was a thriving resort destination, drawing in tourists and offering unforgettable memories. That town is Sea Breeze, once a charming part of Fairfield Township in Cumberland County, New Jersey. Today, however, Sea Breeze …

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Wildwood Video Archive Nominated For An Emmy

Wildwood Video Archive Nominated For An Emmy PRESS RELEASE  On Thursday, August 10th, the Mid-Atlantic chapter announced their 2023 Emmy Award nominations via a live stream on Youtube and Zoom. The Mid-Atlantic Emmy Awards is a prominent division within the esteemed National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences (NATAS). Established in the year 1981, this …

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Battleship New Jersey to Undergo $5 Million Dry Docking for Restoration

Battleship New Jersey to Undergo $5 Million Dry Docking for Restoration The iconic Battleship New Jersey, one of the most celebrated naval vessels in American history, is set to undergo a much-needed dry docking for restoration and preservation. The New Jersey Historical Commission, as part of the Fiscal Year 2024 Appropriations Act signed into law …

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New Jersey’s Lost Golf Course – Ponderlodge

New Jersey’s Lost Golf Course – Ponderlodge The Christian Schmidt Brewing Company, a renowned brewery steeped in history, traces its origins back to the mid-19th century. In 1860, Christian Schmidt, an immigrant from Germany, established the brewery in the city known as the “city of brotherly love,” Philadelphia. Christian Schmidt entered the brewing scene during …

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Remembering The Hunt’s Starlight Ballroom Fire

Remembering The Hunt’s Starlight Ballroom Fire In the year 1981, a wind-whipped fire ravaged a row of stores on a sprawling amusement pier located in the heart of Wildwood. This devastating event caused extensive damage, amounting to millions of dollars, and tragically destroyed the site of a historic dance hall. In 1936, the Hunt family …

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