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March 26, 2022

Bob Woodruff Sr Pt2 πŸŽ™οΈ Community Service

For over 150 years, five generations of the Woodruff family have serviced the South Jersey community’s fuel needs. In this three-part series, Bob Woodruff Sr. shares with Meg the history of the Woodruff family and the Woodr...

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March 25, 2022

Bob Woodruff Sr. pt1 πŸ›’οΈ Energy and Family History

For over 150 years, five generations of the Woodruff family have serviced the South Jersey community’s fuel needs. In this three-part series, Bob Woodruff Sr. shares with Meg the history of the Woodruff family and the Woodr...

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March 12, 2022

One Year Anniversary πŸŽ‰ Bridgeton NJ Podcast

Join local conversations with the "beacons' of Bridgeton, New Jersey at BridgetonBeacon.com πŸ“» YouTube: youtube.com/playlist?list=PL8VBp2FMg5KKl5irPJc02YzacOkzURgnK Podcast clips on Instagram: https://tinyurl.com/NichePodcastC...

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March 1, 2022

Leon Allen ⚾ "Goose" Goslin Bridgeton NJ

β€œFor the country at large the eagle may remain the national bird, but for the National Capital the greatest bird that flies is the Goose,” sportswriter W.O. McGeehan once wrote. While he was a gifted slugger, Leon Allen Gosli...

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Feb. 23, 2022

Billy Sharp pt2 - Tracy's Corner and Bridgeton Stories

On December 8, 2021, the Bridgeton Area Chamber of Commerce honored individuals and businesses who demonstrate a β€œHometown Heart” through their work sustaining and strengthening others. πŸͺ‘ It should come as no surprise that Bi...

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Feb. 23, 2022

Billy Sharp pt1 - Tracy's Corner Bridgeton NJ

On December 8, 2021, the Bridgeton Area Chamber of Commerce honored individuals and businesses who demonstrate a β€œHometown Heart” through their work sustaining and strengthening others. It should come as no surprise that Bill...

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Nov. 23, 2021

Kate Lairson pt2 - Holiday Catering

Meg continues the conversation with Kate Lairson. Learn more about Black Bird Local, a new farm to fork catering option for the discriminating South Jersey palette. Formerly the executive chef at the Red Eyed Crab in Port Nor...

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Nov. 23, 2021

Kate Lairson pt1 - Black Bird Local

Kate Lairson joins the Bridgeton Beacon Podcast to discuss Black Bird Local, a new farm to fork catering option for the discriminating South Jersey palette. Formerly the executive chef at the Red Eyed Crab in Port Norris, she...

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Aug. 14, 2021

Embracing Opportunity with Cumberland Mutual CEO Paul J. Ritter III

In this episode, Meg and Paul J. Ritter III discuss the history of the PJ Ritter Company and Cumberland Mutual in the context of why β€œembracing opportunity” has always been - and always will be - the key to turning …

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July 17, 2021

Dave Hitchner - Bridgeton Invitational Baseball Tournament

The 53rd annual Bridgeton Invitiational Baseball Tournament just wrapped up its Spring Classic last month at the iconic Alden Field. The legacy and impact of the BIBT is indispensable - not just to the history of Bridgeton - ...

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June 18, 2021

Bridgeton Property Rehabber Austin Headrick

In this episode, Meg and local rehabber Austin Headrick test out the new Bridgeton Beacon podcast studio and brainstorm with friends about potential future guests. What Austin didn’t share, is that he is exceedingly generous ...

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June 14, 2021

Reporter and Educator Dave Price

Retired reporter and educator Dave Price describes his approach to teaching and communication and why he believes Bridgeton is filled with real-life "Batmans" and other Super Helping Heroes. Topics include: John Fuqua - Bridg...

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May 28, 2021

John Fuqua - Life Worth Living Nonprofit in Bridgeton NJ

John Fuqua 1996 graduate of Bridgeton High School. John has a Bachelors in English from William Patterson. As the founder of the Life Worth Living nonprofit, and an advocate for Stronger Families nonprofit, John is a genuine beacon of Bridgeton. …

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May 14, 2021

Harvey Paul Johnson 🏈

Harvey Paul Johnson (June 22, 1919, Bridgeton, New Jersey – August 8, 1983) was an American football player and coach. He served two separate stints as the head coach for the Buffalo Bills, first in the American Football Leag...

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May 12, 2021

James Galanos Fashion Designer βœ‚οΈ

🧡 James Galanos ([gulAn´Os]) was an American fashion designer, couturier and photographer. He was born 20 September 1924 in a Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Galanos graduated from Bridgeton High School in Bridgeton, New Jersey i...

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April 22, 2021

Oberlin Smith πŸ”§ Bridgeton NJ

Join local conversations with the "beacons' of Bridgeton, New Jersey at https://bridgetonbeacon.com YouTube: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL8VBp2FMg5KKl5irPJc02YzacOkzURgnK Podcast clips on Instagram: https://tinyurl.com...

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April 13, 2021

Cohanzick Zoo in Bridgeton NJ πŸ¦™

The Cohanzick Zoo opened its gates as New Jersey’s first zoo in 1934. Home to nearly 100 animals representing more than 45 different species from around the world, the zoo has been a regional destination attraction for genera...

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March 30, 2021

Strengthening Bridgeton - Youth to Youth

Meg sits down with Karen E. Barnett, Director of the Bridgeton Municipal Alliance - Youth to Youth group , since it's formation in 1991. Ms. Barnett describes the ingredients and recipes to create the menu of programs and pla...

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March 29, 2021

How Bridgeton NJ Got It's Name πŸ–ŠοΈ

Bridgeton (formerly Bridge Town) πŸŒ‰ straddles the tidal Cohansey River and is located near the center of the Delaware Bay lowlands. It derives its name from the original movable bridge that offered the option of regular overla...

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March 26, 2021

Soccer ⚽ In the Bridgeton City Park

For residents and visitors alike, the 1,100 acre Bridgeton City Park is its own destination; featuring everything from walking trails and picnic areas to playing fields, basketball courts, and a new 7,500 square foot Splash P...

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March 25, 2021

Splash Water Park 🌊 in Bridgeton NJ

June 1, 2013, Mayor Kelly cut the ribbon on this zero-depth water venue to mark the official start to the summer season in Bridgeton. The official opening of the splash pad marked a bold new addition to the City Park …

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March 17, 2021

Bridgeton NJ πŸ—‘οΈ Clean Communities Program

The Clean Communities Program was created in 1986 with funding from taxes levied on the sale of litter generating products. In 2002, the Clean Communities Fund was reauthorized. Twenty-one counties and five hundred fifty-nine...

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March 16, 2021

Street Gangs and God | The Battle in the Streets

Meg zooms with Deacon Arnaldo Santos , a former Bridgeton Detective turned youth-group leader. Join us on all the popular podcast apps, or right here at the BridgetonBeacon.com For those who don't know.. The city of Bridgeton...

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March 15, 2021

Greater Bridgeton NJ Amish Market🚜🌾

πŸ§‘πŸΌβ€πŸŒΎ The Greater Bridgeton Amish Market came to Hopewell Township in June of 2012, and has been serving the community with a variety of Lancaster County, Amish Vendors. The theme of "Meals & Memories, Made Here" comes from th...

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