The Berlin Sun

12/15/2025

"Like watching two movie stars." An inseparable couple who died within 12 days of each other. And from Avon to the ATM, careers that made the obits.

Jennie and Albert Lombardo In the eulogy he wrote for his great aunt and uncle, Anthony

12/15/2025

Hello Berlin! We want to see your snow day photos! ❄️⛄️ Share your best winter shots with us — we’re only 10 days away from Christmas! 🎄📷

12/14/2025

🕎✨ Happy Hanukkah! ✨🕎

Wishing you and your loved ones eight nights filled with light, peace, and joy. May this season bring warmth, reflection, and moments to celebrate together. 💙

From our team to yours — Chag Sameach!

12/11/2025

🎉 New Hello Jersey! is here!

We’re talking Sensory Santa, festive town events, standout stories from 08057 + 08037, and Hammonton’s Blueberry Drop! Dive into the people and places making our region shine. ✨

This is everything we talked about so that you can tag them.

Join us for a new episode of Hello Jersey with Arlene Reyes and Cheldin Barlatt Rumer. This fun-filled show spotlights community events, local leaders, and meaningful moments across New Jersey and the greater region. In this episode, we speak with Collingswood’s Business and Community Director, Lindsay Ferguson, about their annual Sensory Santa event, a thoughtful collaboration between Upcycle, Eat Play Learn, Motivated Kids, and SLK Community Consulting. Now in its fifth year, the event has grown from serving 45 families to 75 and remains completely free to attend. A must-watch as we look ahead to 2026.

We also highlight festive happenings across our neighboring towns, including Downtown Haddonfield’s Candlelight Shopping running through December 19, and Collingswood’s Santa Cruise, beginning December 16.From Philadelphia’s Fishtown neighborhood, Hook Magazine’s “Catch” section spotlights a free Dance Together Creative Movement class offered by The Philadelphia Dance Academy at the Fishtown Community Library for children ages 2–4.

Moorestown’s 08057 Magazine features several standout stories, including a profile of jazz musician Abe Speller, a beautifully curated Holiday Gift Guide, expert real estate insights from Cynthia Beechler on preparing for the 2026 market, and a look at Alloy Fitness, whose personalized training philosophy continues to inspire. We travel next to Hammonton’s 08037 Magazine, where the Hammonton High School ESL program celebrates its Parent Advisory Committee, an initiative honoring language learning while embracing students’ cultural identities.

Plus, Hammonton prepares once again for its beloved New Year’s Eve Blueberry Drop, a joyful community tradition from 10:30 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. Watch the full episode to explore the people, programs, and places shaping our local communities this season.

Join us for a new episode of Hello Jersey, where we shine a spotlight on community events, local leaders, and meaningful moments happening across New Jersey ...

12/11/2025

In this next episode of Beyond the Pages, we bring you another inspiring moment from EmpowerHer. Join us as we sit down with Isabela Veloso of Edge Fitness and Christine Dash from Keller Williams to unpack their journeys, challenges, and the confidence that fuels their paths.

In this next episode of Beyond the Pages, we bring you another inspiring moment from EmpowerHer. Join us as we sit down with Isabela Veloso of Edge Fitness a...

12/11/2025

🎁✨ Our 2025 Holiday Gift Guide is HERE! ✨🎁

Get ready to kick off the season of giving — our December Holiday Gift Guide is officially here! From local favorites to unique finds, we’ve gathered the best of local businesses to help you check off everyone on your list. 🎄💛

Whether you’re shopping for family, friends, coworkers, or that one person who has everything, you’ll find something special inside from local businesses, including
🎁FourLeaf Federal Credit Union
🎁Pic-A-Lilli Inn
🎁Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City
🎁Family & Co. Jewelers
🎁DDS Services, LLC
🎁Window Nation
🎁Closet Factory..& much, much more!

👉 Explore the guide: https://southjersey.media/special-sections/

What’s the #1 thing on your holiday wishlist this year? Drop it in the comments! 🎅🎁

12/10/2025

🏥 Big news for Virtua Health!
Virtua Health just earned a spot as a Top 10 healthcare organization — a major shout-out for quality care and community service.

Read the full story here ➡️

Virtua Health’s Voorhees campus at 100 Bowman Drive provides advanced, compassionate care to the South Jersey community. Virtua Health has been recogn

12/10/2025

Extra Extra 📰 “Trading on connections with the police” and more! Check out the December 10-23 edition of the Berlin Sun ☀️

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12/08/2025

🌟 Calling All Fabulous Females! 🌟

Do you know an inspiring woman who deserves the spotlight?

✨ We’re now accepting submissions for our 2026 40 Fabulous Females! This is your chance to recognize leaders, creators, and change-makers making a difference. 💪💛

👉 Nominate today: https://lifestyles.media/40-fabulous-female-submission/

Let’s celebrate the incredible women shaping our communities! 💫

12/08/2025

12/04/2025

Beyond the Pages returns with the next installment of our EmpowerHer interview series.

This episode features powerful conversations with Casey McMonagle & Narinder Dalal of Alloy Personal Training and Laura Beard of Serenity Health —three women leading with strength, purpose, and community impact.

Tune in as they share their journeys, their missions, and what it means to empower others every day.

Beyond the Pages returns with the next installment of our EmpowerHer interview series.This episode features powerful conversations with Casey McMonagle & Nar...

12/02/2025

🎒🌟 Vendors Wanted! 🌟🎒

Our South Jersey Kids & Camp Expo happening January 31 at the Deptford Mall — and we’re looking for amazing vendors to join us!

If your business focuses on camps, kids’ activities, education, health, wellness, entertainment, family services, or anything that supports local families… we want YOU there! 💛✨

This is a great opportunity to:
✔️ Connect with parents and families across South Jersey
✔️ Showcase your programs, products, or services
✔️ Meet potential campers and customers
✔️ Grow your visibility in the community

📅 Event Date: January 31, 11-3
📍 Deptford Mall

Interested in being a sponsor or vendor? Email us at [email protected] today!