The Team Avalon 2025 theme is simple:
Keep the ball rolling.
Avalon rides a wave of administrative success as Council President Mari Coskey, Councilman Jamie McDermott and Councilman Greg “Chet” Johnson prepare to assume new four-year posts. They run unopposed in the May 13 election. Council Vice President Barbara Juzaitis and Councilman Sam Wierman round out the five-member group.

Learn how to surf or hone your surf skills with Avalon Surf Camp! Campers will surf with instructors who are ISA (International Surf Association) certified. Ocean, beach, and surfing safety instruction will be provided to students at all levels.

Most public figures talked their way into high office.

Tim Carney went the opposite route. He listened.

Stone Harbor’s new mayor reaps the reward for his grassroots approach to local government. First as Borough Council candidate in 2023 and one year later as prospective mayor, Carney took his political cue from the people. He went door-to-door, asked what they wanted, and listened. Their feedback forged his two victorious platforms.

Search the internet and you will find a variety of photos of Johnny Gaudreau in various uniforms, scoring goals and celebrating for teams ranging from Gloucester Catholic, to Boston College, the Calgary Flames, and the Columbus Blue Jackets.

The 2025 Stone Harbor Shiver was another unforgettable weekend filled with laughter, team spirit, and fun!

Once again coinciding with St. Patrick’s Day weekend, festivities kicked off on Friday, March 14, with a Pre-Shiver dinner party at the Yacht Club of Stone Harbor complete with an Irish buffet, cash bar, auction, DJ, and 50/50 raffle.

From clamming in the back bay to searing red snapper for Gordon Ramsay on television, Cape May County’s Kyle Timpson was destined and determined to win Season 23 of “Hell’s Kitchen: Head Chefs Only.”

As the island wakes from its winter slumber, there’s no better time to refresh your surroundings and embrace the beauty of coastal living. This season, we’ve rounded up the must-haves from local experts in home and design who are ready to help you reimagine everything from your front porch to your favorite cozy corner.

For the perfect night out outfit, look no further than Global Pursuit conveniently located on 96th Street in Stone Harbor and in a new location in Sea Isle City across from Excursion Park at 4000 Pleasure Ave. Now that the weather is getting warmer, it’s time to put away those winter coats and get outside!

Spring brings warmer weather and opportunities to go out with friends. Looking for a new spring dress? Stop by Preppy Palm in Avalon for this carefully curated outfit perfect for the spring days ahead! Make going out easy with this floral dress from Steve Madden.

The county’s maintenance plans for the Gravens Thorofare and Leonards Thorofare Bridges on Avalon Boulevard will necessitate Avalon postponing its sand back-passing project, aimed at replenishing the eroded north-end beaches, until June.

Welcome, friends! We’ve survived a particularly chilly winter, but now spring is in the air. Thankfully, birds are chirping, our towns show signs of life and the Easter Bunny is ready to make an appearance. Here on the island, the season comes with warm breezes, the scent of saltwater, and the promise of sun-kissed gatherings.

As spring rolls into the marshes, we are excited to provide an update on the marsh rehabilitation project at Scotch Bonnet Island in the marshes adjacent to The Wetlands Institute. Our goal was to save Scotch Bonnet Island from drowning

Regardless of your age or what you are trying to accomplish, begin with the end in mind.

What motivates you? When you were younger and wanted to learn to play the guitar, you might have visualized playing guitar like Eric Clapton. This might have driven you to practice every day, seeking success.

After a long and bitterly cold winter, it’s finally time to open our windows and welcome the sunshine and fresh air. Spring brings a sense of renewal, offering a fresh start as trees blossom and grass greens and grows, carrying with it hope and anticipation. During this season, many people engage in the ritual known as “spring-cleaning.”

Spring is such a wonderful time of year! The sun is shining, the birds are singing and school is winding down after another year. There is still a lot of fun to be had, though! Spring break is right around the corner. Here are some new titles to keep you entertained until summer arrives.

Spring has finally arrived on the island! The grass is greener, the birds are singing, the flowers are blooming, and everyone is getting ready for another summer season. Summer will be here before you know it and you’ll hopefully have time to relax with a book in your hand. Here are some of my favorite titles from the winter that you might have missed.

Spring on the island means open windows, salty breezes, and the return of long, leisurely meals with friends and family. As beach houses are prepped for another season, it’s the perfect time to refresh your wine selection with bottles that complement the bright, vibrant flavors of spring.

As the season shifts from the dormancy of winter to the vibrant renewal of spring, many people feel a sense of excitement and possibility. The longer days and budding flowers bring the promise of new energy and growth.