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Congress Hall Unveils Oceanfront Veranda Dinner Series

Congress Hall Unveils Oceanfront Veranda Dinner Series

Cape May's historic Congress Hall is bringing back its beloved Veranda Dinner Series for summer 2026, featuring family-style coastal cuisine on the oceanfront lawn. The series kicks off May 28 with three themed dinners planned through September.

5/11/2026
South Jersey Beat
Van Drew Proposes 18-Month Federal Gas Tax Suspension

Van Drew Proposes 18-Month Federal Gas Tax Suspension

Rep. Jeff Van Drew is introducing legislation to eliminate the federal gas tax for 18 months as prices hit $4.53 per gallon in New Jersey. The South Jersey congressman is also calling on Gov. Mikie Sherrill to suspend the state's gas tax.

5/11/2026
South Jersey Beat
Simple Bubbles Prove Powerful Tool in Cleft Care

Simple Bubbles Prove Powerful Tool in Cleft Care

A seemingly ordinary bottle of bubbles has become an essential therapeutic tool for children born with cleft lip and palate, helping thousands of young patients worldwide develop crucial speech and motor skills while easing anxiety during treatment.

5/11/2026
South Jersey Beat
Nashville Influencer Arrested After Restaurant Confrontation

Nashville Influencer Arrested After Restaurant Confrontation

A social media personality known for confrontational content was arrested at Bob's Chop House on Friday night after refusing to stop live-streaming, causing a disturbance, and allegedly walking out on a nearly $400 bill.

5/11/2026
South Jersey Beat
Trump Proposes Federal Gas Tax Suspension Amid Soaring Prices

Trump Proposes Federal Gas Tax Suspension Amid Soaring Prices

President Trump announced Monday he wants Congress to temporarily suspend the federal gas tax as prices exceed $4.50 per gallon nationwide. The proposal comes as the war in Iran enters its 11th week, with oil tanker blockades driving fuel costs up more than 50 percent.

5/11/2026
South Jersey Beat
Dancer with ALS Returns to Stage Through Brain-Controlled Avatar

Dancer with ALS Returns to Stage Through Brain-Controlled Avatar

A groundbreaking brain interface technology enabled a dancer diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis to perform on stage again through a digital avatar that translated her thoughts into movement. The December performance in Amsterdam marked a historic moment in disability technology and artistic expression.

5/11/2026
South Jersey Beat
Atlantic City Casinos Return Least Money to Players Nationwide

Atlantic City Casinos Return Least Money to Players Nationwide

A new study reveals Atlantic City ranks dead last among 20 casino states for player payouts, with casinos keeping more than 10% of every dollar wagered — significantly worse than Las Vegas and other major gambling markets.

5/11/2026
South Jersey Beat
Australia Eliminates Trachoma as Public Health Threat

Australia Eliminates Trachoma as Public Health Threat

Australia has achieved a major public health milestone by becoming the 30th nation worldwide to eliminate trachoma, the leading infectious cause of blindness. The achievement marks the end of a persistent threat to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities.

5/11/2026
South Jersey Beat
The Hidden Filters Shaping How We Listen

The Hidden Filters Shaping How We Listen

New research reveals that effective listening is less about trying harder and more about recognizing the habitual filters we bring to conversations. Understanding these patterns can transform how we connect with others during vulnerable moments.

5/11/2026
South Jersey Beat
Six-Foot Pencil Runs for Oregon Governor

Six-Foot Pencil Runs for Oregon Governor

A literacy advocate dressed as a giant pencil is campaigning for Oregon governor to draw attention to the state's last-place ranking in fourth-grade reading scores. J. Schuberth's unconventional write-in campaign targets both major parties over educational failures.

5/11/2026
South Jersey Beat
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