Spring 2018
Avalon Mail Carrier Honored in Surprise Luncheon
Avalon mail carrier John Yoast was honored Feb. 22 with a surprise luncheon at the post office for his dedication in nearly 35 years with the U.S. Postal Service. Although his official work anniversary falls on Aug. 20, the celebration was held in honor of “Thank a Mail Carrier Day” (Feb. 4).
Holy Music Man! He’s the Busiest Church Musician on the Island
When wedding bells ring on our island, they often accompany the divine sounds of multitalented church musician David Joseph Condo and his singer associates.
Stone Harbor Shiver ‘Our Best Yet’
Hundreds of Irish and wannabe Irish descended to Stone Harbor for the eighth annual Stone Harbor Shiver, held on St. Patrick’s Day this year.
Spring Events to Cure the Winter Blues
This is always one of my favorite event articles to write. We’ve survived the dregs of winter, and we’re optimistic about the spring. At the slightest hint of temps above 40 degrees, we’re out in our short sleeves and flip-flops.
If You See a Seal on the Beach…
Winter in New Jersey is a wonderful time to stroll our beautiful beaches. There is a wildness and energy to the beaches that is absent in the warmer months.
Smilestones
Twins Jameson Matthew and Lucy Leigh Boyle made first-time parents of Matt and Keely Boyle, of Media, Pa., on Aug. 9.
Times Talk
The Avalon Home and Land Owners Association will hold its 11th annual Community Connections event on Saturday, April 14 starting at 9:30am. Attendees have the unique opportunity to connect with local clubs and organizations and learn about important updates from Cape May County.
Financially Speaking: Are Your Pants on Fire?
What do you think of when you hear someone say, “Liar, liar, pants on fire”? Do you think of the popular children’s phrase, or perhaps your mind drifts back to “Liar Liar,” the 1997 movie with Jim Carrey?
Stress Eating You? It Might be Adrenal Fatique
Cortisol is a steroid hormone that regulates a wide range of metabolic processes in the body. As its name suggests, in times of stress, cortisol maintains the body’s function by breaking down protein to raise blood glucose.