Episodes

The Bridgton Area Chamber of Commerce will present Business and Community Hero Awards on October 30th, 2024. The awards recognize business and community leaders who have demonstrated leadership, entrepreneurial spirit, and concern for others.

Brittney Ingersoll, curator at the Cumberland County Historical Society, joins the Bridgeton Beacon to discuss the importance of history and the rich history of the Bridgeton area. They talk about the role of history in understanding the present and the value of uncovering quirky and lesser-kno…

The Bridgeton Evening News dated Aug 9th, 1924

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

Scott Friedman, a stand-up comedian, shares his experiences and upcoming shows in this conversation with Meg.

La La Beading Creations is a small business that specializes in handmade jewelry. The owners, Sandy Asselta and Laurie LaTorre, started making jewelry as a hobby and eventually turned it into a small business. They create bra...

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

The Love Where You Live Committee of the Bridgeton Area Chamber of Commerce Foundation has announced a new matching grant program for community beautification and improvement projects.

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

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

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!

Meg McCormick Hoerner welcomes South Jersey attorney, Colonel Stephen Patrick.

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

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

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.

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

NJSA 34:8D-1 - D-1, or the so-called "Temporary Workers Bill of Rights", is a fascinating study in red-tape, state government overreach, and unintended(?) consequences. Our guest is Fred Amicucci, VP with DataScreening Inc, and NJ Staffing Alliance board-member.

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

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, his…

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.

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

The Bivalve Oyster Packing Houses and Docks, now listed on the National Register of Historic Places, serve as a reminder of the rich history of industry in South Jersey.

Let's explore a dark chapter in the history of New Jersey and justice. We welcome author Robert Zorn to discuss his book "Cemetery John : The undiscovered mastermind of the Lindbergh Kidnapping"

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.