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Oct. 24, 2024

Riverfront Renaissance Center for the Arts with Diane Rogers

Meg is joined by the Beacon's favorite intern/student producer, Ra'Shaun Chandler. He and Meg visit the Riverfront Renaissance Center for the Arts, in Millville, for a tour and conversation with Diane Rogers, the Executive Director. The RRCA is a beacon in support of local artists and communitโ€ฆ

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Sept. 8, 2024

Inka Chicken in Bridgeton

Hector Bonilla, owner of Inka Chicken, discusses the menu and inspiration behind his restaurant.

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Aug. 12, 2024

Aug 9th 1924 - Old News

The Bridgeton Evening News dated Aug 9th, 1924

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Aug. 7, 2024

Things 2 Do! - Wizard of Oz at The Levoy Theater

Aug 9 - 18th, 2024 Historic Levoy Theater - visit : Levoy.net Rehearsal footage courtesy of Reese Mulford

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July 3, 2024

Things to Do July and August

Sun, wine, and community. Here are a few options for local activities in the coming weeks.

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June 23, 2024

Smith and Jackson Military Antiques

Smith & Jackson Military Antiques and Firearms is a shop located at the Millville Executive Airport in Millville, New Jersey.

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June 20, 2024

Summer In Ocean City NJ

Welcome to our OCNJ Summer 2024 chat with Gretchen from BeachBucketLunch.com

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May 8, 2024

Spring 2024 Must-Have Gardening Supplies

Chirp! It's springtime and once again Mark from Chance's General Store in Newport is here with a sample of the garden supply inventory for 2024!

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April 16, 2024

Red Oak Hospice with Tara Pietrowitz

The conversation with Thomas Ritter and Tara Petrowicz of Red Oak Hospice covers misconceptions and benefits of hospice care.

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April 2, 2024

Wheaton Arts and Cultural Center 2024

In this conversation, Taral Thompson, Marketing Manager for Wheaton Arts and Cultural Center, discusses the history, offerings, and upcoming events at WheatonArts.

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March 12, 2024

Bridgeton NJ Public Library Youth Programs with Adaria Armstrong

Adaria Armstrong, the Director of Youth Services at the Bridgeton Free Public Library, discusses the challenges and successes of the library. She talks about the closure of the library due to COVID-19 and the impact it had on programs and attendance.

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Feb. 19, 2024

First Friday in Bridgeton NJ - Feb 2024

Join your neighbors every month for First Friday - in downtown Bridgeton NJ. ๐ŸŒฟ More about Gallery 50: Episode page: https://www.bridgetonbeacon.com/gallery-50 /๐ŸŒฟ Article page: โ  https://www.bridgetonbeacon.com/blog/gallery-50...

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Jan. 25, 2024

Gallery 50 an Artists Oasis in Bridgeton

Welcome to the Bridgeton Beacon. Today we're delighted to join Sharon Kiefer, the curator and director of Gallery 50, in Bridgeton. ๐ŸŒฟ

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Jan. 16, 2024

History and Culture in Cumberland County

Most people don't know that Cumberland County was twice named as one of the best places to live in New Jersey by Money Magazine. Because of its affordable lifestyle, low cost of home ownership, and ease of commuting distance to world-class entertainment, as well as its excellent art, cultural, hisโ€ฆ

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Jan. 16, 2024

PJ Ritter Company - pt2 Prosperity on the Cohansey River

We continue our history conversation at the former site of PJ Ritter Company, in Bridgeton. Meg hosts her father, Bob McCormick, and Paul J. Ritter IIII.

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Dec. 22, 2023

P.J. Ritter Company - pt1 A Walk Through History

Enjoy a tour at the former site of PJ Ritter Company, in Bridgeton. Meg hosts her father, Bob McCormick, and Paul J. Ritter IIII.

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Sept. 9, 2023

Marty's Crabs is in Season

Summer may be winding down, but there's no better time to savor the taste of succulent crabs. Today, we're taking you on a mouthwatering journey to Marty's Crabs, nestled at 474 Route 49 in Quinton, just a short drive from Hopewell.

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Aug. 31, 2023

Beer Foam and Food Trucks : Glasstown Brewery in Millville, NJ

The Bridgeton Beacon welcomes Paul Simmons of Glasstown Brewery in Millville.

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June 11, 2023

Bridgeton Business Expo and Sidewalk Sale

๐ŸŒฟ We are joined by Minerva Alvarado, Bridgeton Chamber of Commerce Second VP & Chair of the Hispanic Business Committee. Join us on Thursday, June 15th, from 11am to 6pm, for the Business Expo & Sidewalk Sale. PRESENTED BY: B...

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May 7, 2023

G & M Nursery in Bridgeton NJ

๐ŸŒฟ Join us for a walkthrough at G & M Nursery on Shiloh Pike. Greg Willis discusses the family business and the seasonal offerings for landscaping. 1135 Shiloh Pike Bridgeton, NJ 08302 Check out G & M on Facebook: https://www....

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April 12, 2023

Shanti Restaurant

- Jamaican restaurant on North Pearl Street serves curry chicken, goat curry, chicken, beef patties, fried chicken, and fried dumplings.: Khadija is the daughter of the owners of Shanti Restaurant on North Pearl Street in Bridgeton. - She's here to chat with us about the family business. - Shโ€ฆ

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Feb. 14, 2023

Glasstown Brewing ๐Ÿบ 9th Anniversary IPA

Welcome back for this conversation with the owner of Glasstown Brewing , Paul Simmons. ๐Ÿบ He joins Tom to chat about their 9th Anniversary IPA , Jersey #beer, and fancy hops. Episode Page: https://bridgetonbeacon.com/glasstow...

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Jan. 29, 2023

A Whiskey Array pt2 ๐Ÿ›Œ Catherine Hardy

Welcome to part-two in this conversation with Bridgeton-native Catherine Hardy. Catherine owns and operates two historic rental properties, collectively known as A Whiskey Array . Meg and Catherine also chat about the importa...

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Jan. 29, 2023

A Whiskey Array pt1 ๐Ÿ›Œ Catherine Hardy

In this episode, Meg sits down with Bridgeton-native Catherine Hardy. Catherine owns and operates two historic rental properties, collectively know as A Whiskey Array. Meg and Catherine also chat about the importance among ...

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