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SOUTHERN OCEAN Times Vol. 10 - No. 27
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January 7, 2023
Movies Under The Stars At The Iconic Manahawkin Drive-In
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─Photos by Stephanie Faughnan and Ric Walters Former projectionist Steve Lundy stands in front of the digital billboard where the Manahawkin’s grand marquee once stood. (Inset): A sample pair of the speakers used at drive-in movies By Stephanie Faughnan MANAHAWKIN - Advertisements splashed across the digital billboard near the intersection of Routes 72 and 9 aren’t exactly a novel use of the same space.
For a number of decades, the identical location used big letters to broadcast the names of feature movies shown on a large outdoor screen. The Manahawkin DriveIn Theatre’s grand marquee may
Senator Connors Won’t Seek Re-Election
By Chris Lundy TRENTON – After decades in politics, Sen. Christopher Connors announced he won’t seek re-election in the fall. “It has been the greatest honor of my professional life to serve the people of the 9th Legislative District. I have always held a strong commitment to serving the community and have always thought of my constituents as my extended family,” he said. “However, after thoughtful consideration,
I have decided not to seek re-election to the State Legislature after 33 years of service. This was certainly a difficult decision, but I feel in my heart that this is the right time to step aside, especially as running for re-election would require serving a fouryear term.” The Lacey Republican had a long career in politics. He was first elected to the Lacey Township Committee in 1984, serving (Connors - See Page 7)
be long gone, but certainly not forgotten. While some news organizations and bloggers point to the Bed Bath & Beyond/Kohls/Home Depot (Movies - See Page 4)
Off Duty Officer Lauded For Lifesaving
By Chris Lundy LITTLE EGG HARBOR – Off-duty State Department of Corrections officer Chad Ammerman received a prestigious award for saving the life of an elderly boater in distress. On June 21, 2021, a sailboat capsized in the waters off Little Egg. John L. McKenna, 82, was riding in it but was unable to get back in. Fortunately, Ammerman was in the area
and heard his cries for help. He called 911. Then, he grabbed an empty plastic cooler to use as a flotation device and jumped into the water. Bystanders helped guide him in the right direction from the shore. He swam about 300 yards to get to the man. When he reached him, he told McKenna to grab one handle of the cooler and he backstroked toward a bulkhead. A firefighter in a boat swung toward them and helped him onto (Officer - See Page 7)
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