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Bivalve’s Bayshore Center preserves Cumberland County’s oyster schooner heritage

Bivalve’s Bayshore Center keeps Cumberland County’s oyster legacy alive through the 1928 A.J. Meerwald, where history, tourism and bay identity meet.

Sarah Chen•4 min read•05:03 PM

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Cumberland County highlights historic sites across its towns and villages

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Vineland data center faces delays, lawsuits and permit disputes

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Cannabist Company to lay off 86 workers at Vineland facility

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Red Cross aids Millville families after separate home fires, toddler rescued

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Vineland Puerto Rican Festival marks 60 years with weeklong celebration

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Bridgeton family raises money, plans move after fatal stabbing

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Community

Bridgeton City Park anchors recreation, events and wildlife in Cumberland County

Bridgeton’s park stays open to walkers, families and zoo visitors, but riverfront permits, insurance and holiday limits can turn shared space into a paperwork test.

Marcus Williams5m read

Community

Vineland man charged in father's stabbing death, body found in Bridgeton

Police say Antoine Williams stabbed his father around July 15, then the body was found in a Bridgeton home after a foul-odor call on July 19.

Sarah Chen1m read

Government

Woman killed after fleeing Route 55 traffic stop in Cumberland County

Holly Hageman, 41, died after leaving a Route 55 traffic stop in Mantua Township and crashing into a tree with a 5-year-old in the car.

Marcus Williams2m read

Government

Vineland council approves ordinance to curb downtown social services expansion

Vineland council approved limits on downtown social services after hearings with providers, residents and prosecutor Meghan Wren. The rules target substance-use and mental-health counseling.

James Thompson1m read

Government

Bridgeton, Millville join state affordable housing planning cohort

Bridgeton and Millville were named to the state’s first NJHOMES cohort, but officials still have not laid out sites, unit targets or a construction timeline.

James Thompson2m read

Government

Cumberland County probate guide explains wills, estates and 60-day notice rule

A missed notice can stall a Cumberland County estate. The Surrogate’s Office says beneficiaries and next of kin must be told in writing within 60 days of probate.

James Thompson5m read

Education

Haskin Shellfish Lab links Cumberland County history and Delaware Bay science

Port Norris’s Haskin lab is where Cumberland County’s oyster history still meets disease testing, breeding and bay governance, shaping jobs and bay health.

Sarah Chen5m read

Healthcare

Cumberland County announces cooling centers during dangerous summer heat

Bridgeton, Rosenhayn and the county library are on the 2026 list, but the shortest hours end at 3 p.m. and Sunday coverage is missing.

Sadie Brennan1m read

Business

South Jersey business growth seminar set for July 24 in Vineland

A free South Jersey business summit in Vineland will put AI, hiring and planning in front of local owners while CEZC’s loan terms show how costly growth can be.

Sarah Chen2m read

Government

Cumberland County releases 2026 directory with county offices, local art

The 2026 county directory points residents to Bridgeton’s Administration Building, lists commissioner work sessions, and puts Maria Payer’s Cohansey painting on the cover.

James Thompson4m read

Community

Red Cross assists Vineland family displaced by Greenwillows Drive incident

A Vineland family of five got temporary lodging, food and clothing after a Greenwillows Dr. incident, as Red Cross volunteers moved in with emergency aid.

Marcus Williams1m read

Business

Cannabist Company to lay off 86 workers at Vineland facility

Cannabist will cut 86 jobs at its Vineland facility, a hit to one of Cumberland County’s major cannabis employers. The layoff follows a year of expansion and companywide restructuring.

Sarah Chen2m read

Government

Vineland approves $6 million land purchase for youth sports complex

Vineland bought about 108 acres from Inspira Health System for a youth sports complex, setting off questions about the $6 million price and who benefits first.

James Thompson2m read

Community

East Point Lighthouse blends Cumberland County history, scenery and wildlife

East Point Lighthouse packs 175 years of Delaware Bay history into a short Cumberland County outing. Its year-round grounds, birding setting and easy car access make it a practical day trip.

Sarah Chen4m read

Education

Bridgeton Bulldogs get 2026 preseason football preview

Bridgeton is already under a preseason spotlight, with PJR Sports Report's team preview, live schedule pages, and a county-wide audience watching the Bulldogs' next step.

Sarah Chen4m read

Government

Cumberland County’s 14 municipalities shape its distinct local identity

Cumberland County’s town lines decide more than maps. Bridgeton, Vineland and the smaller townships send residents to different offices, records and services.

James Thompson5m read

Education

Vineland Public Schools reports fewer student removals in 2025-26

Vineland Public Schools said removals fell in 2025-26, a shift that could keep more of Vineland’s 10,287 students in class.

Sarah Chen2m read

Government

Cumberland County parks plan maps long-term recreation priorities

Cumberland County’s draft park plan turns Mid-County Park into a long-term test of access, upkeep and programming, with a $3 million construction estimate hanging over it.

Marcus Williams4m read

Business

Vineland data center faces delays, lawsuits and permit disputes

Two Vineland residents sued over nonstop noise from a planned data center as permit questions raised the risk of a 12-24 month delay.

Sarah Chen2m read

Education

Millville schools post key back-to-school dates and supply lists

Millville Public Schools set Aug. 10, Aug. 17 and Aug. 24 as the dates parents need to watch, while 2026-2027 supply lists are already live online.

Sarah Chen1m read

Community

Paws on the Ave Pet Expo set for Vineland Convention Center

Paws on The Ave Pet Expo drew families to the Vineland Convention Center with $10 adult admission and free entry for children 12 and under. Dogs were free too.

Marcus Williams2m read

Government

Cumberland County register guides preservation of historic sites

Cumberland County’s register is more than a list: it shows which sites the county documents, how preservation is reviewed, and which local histories still need public attention.

Marcus Williams5m read

Education

Vineland graduate John Devault announces college basketball commitment

Vineland’s 6-foot-4 John Devault announced his college basketball commitment after graduating with one of 641 students at the school’s 146th commencement.

Sarah Chen2m read

Government

How Cumberland County government works, and where to find each office

Cumberland County's seven commissioners set policy, but roads, records, probate and services all start in different offices at 164 West Broad Street in Bridgeton.

James Thompson4m read

Community

Cumberland County attractions page highlights 60 cultural organizations

Cumberland County’s attractions page puts more than 60 cultural organizations in one place, helping residents and day-trippers navigate a county spread across 14 municipalities.

Sarah Chen11m read

Business

Vineland chamber lists evening customer service workshop for small businesses

The July 21 CEZC workshop is listed in morning and evening sessions, and public listings call it free. Its focus on customer service speaks to a real pressure point for small shops.

Sarah Chen4m read

Community

Cumberland County events feed highlights summer activities, fair, library programs

Bridgeton and Millville dominate Cumberland County’s summer calendar, while library programs carry the strongest repeat access for teens, adults and seniors. The feed also exposes where county options are thin.

Marcus Williams3m read