The
SOUTHERN OCEAN Times Vol. 10 - No. 45
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May 13, 2023
Garage Sales vs. Estate Sales: The Island Singers
The Differences In Treasure Hunting
Bring Harmony To Local Venues
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–Photo by Stephanie Faughnan Barnegat resident Nancy Scherer shows off the jazzy top she plans to purchase at a local garage sale. By Stephanie Faughnan SOUTHERN OCEAN COUNTY – Inclement weather led to the postponement of Barnegat’s original townwide garage sale, but it turned out to be a boon for bargain hunters. The rescheduled date coincided with Stafford’s yard sale weekend, creating a double opportunity for shoppers to uncover deals. Both communities transformed their lists of participating homes
into virtual treasure maps, making it easier for shoppers to plan their routes. Social media lit up with posts offering sales previews to attract buyers searching for hidden gems. Garage sales offer a fantastic opportunity for individuals to declutter their homes and make some cash on unwanted items. Unfortunately, while there may be some truth to the old adage that one person’s trash is another’s
treasure, that’s not always the case. Although both garage sales and estate sales share similarities, they differ in several ways. For one, haggling may be more prevalent at garage sales than estate sales. While most homeowners run the show when it comes to garage sales, professionals generally oversee estate sales and take in a share of the profit. Estate sales typically take place
Students Honored As Unsung Heroes
By Stephanie Faughnan TOMS RIVER – Ocean County’s top law enforcement office honored 28 elementary and high school students as unsung heroes during a special ceremony earlier this month. While some students were recognized for their resilience in the face of adversity and challenges, others were distinguished for going the extra mile to assist other people. At the onset of introducing the honorees, Ocean County Prosecutor Bradley D. Billhimer expressed his fondness for the Unsung Hero Student Recognition Awards. Billhimer said he (Heroes - See Page 7)
–Photo by Stephanie Faughnan Harrison Headley, Eagleswood Elementary School, was honored for their determination.
(Sales - See Page 4)
–Photos by Stephanie Faughnan Members of the Island Singers are in rehearsal for their upcoming Spring Concert, featuring An American Tapestry By Stephanie Faughnan LACEY – A local choral group is proving that you don’t need to audition to make great music. The Island Singers, featuring 42 singers of all ages and abilities, has performed in the area for over half a century. Village Lutheran Church in Lanoka Harbor (Singers - See Page 5)
Forked River Open Space Given To County
By Chris Lundy LACEY – More than 3,100 acres of pine forest was donated to Ocean County by the Nature Conservancy to expand the protected Forked River Mountain Wilderness Area. Although county leaders agreed to accept the (Open - See Page 12)
–Photo courtesy Deirdre Giumetti The county land by the Forked River Mountain has expanded with a donation of more than 3,100 acres.
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