THE ANNUAL VINELAND FOUNDER’S DAY celebration is set for 7 p.m. Friday, May 18 and 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, May 19 at the Elwyn grounds on Landis Avenue, just east of Main Road. As part of the fun, seen here, the Drama of the Vine Players of Calvary Chapel Vineland will re-create the moment when Dr. Thomas B. Welch invented grape juice from his own home grown grapes right here in Vineland. In addition, visitors will enjoy Civil War re-enactments, music, games, historical exhibits detailing the city and more. For more information call 205-9334.
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.
Now is the time to dust off and donate a bike that may be lying around the garage or basement. The Vineland Rotary Club will hold its annual bicycle drive from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, May 19 at 2260 E. Sherman Ave. Those interested in donating bikes or portable sewing machines need not wait until May 19. Call Henry Hansen at 696-0643 to arrange a drop-off or pick-up for your donation. Jessica Rudolph, left, and Julia Albertson fine tune a bicycle. The Rotary Club of Vineland donated over 250 bikes in 2011, helping hundreds of families in need.
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!”
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...
Rallycross Returns to NJMP
MILLVILLE — RallyAmerica Rallycross makes its return to New Jersey Motorsports Park on Saturday, May 19. U.S. Rallycross Series will host the JSC Speed Rallycross, presented by Tony Carbajal. The n...
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 — The Italian American Benevolent Association hosts its 12th annual Dinner Dance, featuring “A Night With Jerry Blavat,” 6-11 p.m. Saturday at Merighi’s Savoy Inn in East Vineland. Call 30...
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...
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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, ...
Second Fridays by the Bay have been launched at the Bayshore Discovery Project, 2800 High St. Event runs 5:30-8:30 p.m. June 8. The theme is War of 1812. Visitors will enjoy covered wharves open to...