THE MILLVILLE AIRPORT Administration Building was recently dedicated to former airport manager, the late Lewis B. Finch, Jr, who served for more than 28 years in that capacity. During the dedication local and regional dignitaries praised Finch’s commitment to the airport and the community. He was a World War II veteran and lifelong resident of Millville, who passed on Oct. 1, 2002.
Seventh and Eighth grade students at St. Mary School in Vineland captured the title at the War of the Witz quiz bowl held recently at Buena Regional High School. Members of the team are, front row, from left: Chase Bisignaro, Bianca Smith, Elizabeth Lam, Meghan Cullis and Natalie Frey. Back row: Max Szamreta, Riley Bennett, Evan Bertonazzi, Eric Shicunoff, and Christian Bik. Ten teams from around the area competed in categories such as trivia, sports, science, social studies and math.
The happy reunion. Fourth grade Mennies Elementary student Celine Gonzalez is overcome with emotion upon her father’s, Jorge’s, return home from service in Afghanistan.
VINELAND — The tears flowed freely and the hugs lasted a long time as Senior Airman Jorge Gonzalez surprised his daughter, Celine, at Mennies Elementary School recently after returning home from a 7-month deployment to Afghanistan.
Gonzalez is a former U.S. Marine now serving as a munitions specialist for the Air National Guard. He was deployed to Afghanistan in October.
Celine is a fourth grade student and has been missing her father very much, according to her teacher, Bielenda Torrence. Celine knew her dad would be home this week, but not which day. Torrence, Lisa Arena, Mennies Principal; and Kristen Speakmen, Assistant Principal; all participated in an elaborate ruse to preserve the surprise. Celine’s mother, Olga, also helped set up the big moment.
Celine was called out of class, allowing a sizable contingent of print and broadcast personnel to set up in the classroom. The class was told something “special” was going to happen. The fourth grader was then returned to her room, and the morning’s lesson continued.
That’s when her father strode into the room, and gently tapped her on the shoulder.
Celine turned all the way around in her chair and by that time her father had taken her into his arms and enveloped her in a hug that lasted a long time.
The two did not separate for the rest of the visit - including interviews, questions from reporters, and even sharing slices from a red, white and blue cake decorated with “Celine...Daddy’s Home!”
The Millville Social Studies Department from both the Senior and Memorial High schools recently sponsored a trip for 150 students to Washington, D.C The students visited Arlington National Cemetery, the Smithsonian, and conducted a “scavenger hunt” at the National Mall. The trip was coordinated by Steve Matusz, department chairman.
Bridgeton Mayor Albert Kelly hoists a jumper over city Director of Public Works Dean Dellaquila, as County Surrogate Doug Rainer, right, and city Business Administrator Dale Goodreau and city Councilman William Spence, orange shirt, look on. This friendly game came on the heels of a ribbon cutting ceremony celebrating the new basketball courts in City Park, which are open to the public. Parking for the new lower courts is in the paved lot next to the New Sweden Farmstead along Mayor Aitken Drive. For those wondering, Kelly sank the shot.
Local Grad Rates Hover Near Avg. TRENTON — When it comes to high school graduation rates in Cumberland County, all schools register near the state average of 83 percent, with the exception of Bridgeton High School.
The numbers rec...
Catching Up With Trout The REmindER will give weekly updates on the season 20-year-old Millville High School graduate Mike Trout is having with Major League Baseball’s Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim. Trout’s statistics ar...
A CHICK, CHICK HERE VINELAND — Ellison School in Vineland recently welcomed the annual arrival of an incubator which warmed 12 eggs to be cared for by the kindergarten class until they hatched. Once hatched the studen...
Black H.O.F. Enshrinement
BRIDGETON — The Cumberland County Black Hall of Fame announces its 25th Annual Enshrinement Dinner is slated for 4 p.m. Sunday, May 27 at the Marino Ballroom, 11 Washington St. Honorees for this Si...
Congrats Ryan! CONGRATS RYAN MEEHAN, of Vineland, seventh grader at Notre Dame Regional School in Landisville, who was awarded first-place in engineering and second-place overall at the Cumberland County Science...
64th Anniversary Celebrated THE TOP FLOOR of Vineland’s City Hall was the location as the city helped the Jewish Federation of Cumberland, Gloucester & Salem Counties celebrate Israel’s 64th anniversary with a celebration and...
Kudos…Patricia Martinelli Kudos…Patricia Martinelli of Vineland and a local author who recently published a book titled New Jersey Ghost Towns.
Martinelli visited the Woman’s Club of Vineland, a member of the General Federa...
Coloring Contest Winner Congratulations to 15-year-old Brittanie Franklin of Bridgeton, who was one of the three winners in this year's Reminder Easter coloring contest. For her effort, Franklin received a Reminder T-shirt.
Century 21 Key Realty Names Assoc. of Month Millville — Elaine Garrison, realtor associate at Century 21 Key Real Estate, 905 W. Main St. has been named sales associate of the month for March.
In making the announcement, broker/owner Marie K...
Open For Business Anytime Fitness located at 301 S. Main Road, recently held a grand opening celebration. From left: Camryn Sharp, Melissa Sharp, Lynn Sharp, Frank Sharp, Sr., Mike Sharp, Victoria Clark and T.J. Col...
VINELAND — As they prepare to graduate as part of Cumberland County College’s Class of 2012, 12 Kappa Delta Pi members were presented with honor cords during a recent ceremony.
To be eligible for i...
UPPER DEERFIELD TWP. - HUG-A-HERO debuted at the Upper Deerfield Community Day held recently in Seabrook. The organization provides dolls not only for the children who have parents on deployment bu...
DOROTHY — Dorothy Volunteer Fire Co. is holding its 55th Annual Chicken Barbecue from noon to 6 p.m. Sunday, June 3. Platter with all the fixings is $10. Families can also enjoy games, a hayride, a...
ELMER — An English hand bell concert is scheduled for 4 p.m. Sunday, May 20 at Elmer United Methodist Church, 21 Main St. Doors open at 3:30. Admission is free, but a free will offering will be tak...
MILLVILLE — The Cumberland County Fair Association is seeking local crafters to exhibit in the Home Arts Building during the week of the Cumberland County Fair, July 2-7. The Home Arts Building pro...
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Dorothy Volunteer Fire Co. is holding its 55th Annual Chicken Barbecue from noon to 6 p.m. Sunday, June 3. Platter with all the fixings is $10. Families can also enjoy games, a hayride, and more.
The National Alliance on Mental Illness Cumberland County Chapter will hold its monthly meeting 7-9 p.m. Monday, May 21 at Chestnut Assembly of God, 2554 E. Chestnut Ave. The guest speaker will be ...
A basic yoga class for adults continues at 10:30 a.m. Monday, May 21 at the Cumberland County Library, 800 E. Commerce St. All are welcome. Call 453-2210 ext. 101 for more information. Classes will...
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The Glasstown Chapter of the National Federation of the Blind of New Jersey meetings are held monthly on the first Saturday of the month (June 2) from 10 a.m.-noon at the Trinity Episcopal Church, ...