On April 16, 2012 the USDA Rural Development awarded the Value Added Working Capital Grant in the amount of $259,625 to a new U.S. agribusiness, Peppadew Fresh LLC, which will grow Peppadew Goldew fruit on its 14 acre farm inMorganville,NJ.

 Peppadew Goldew fruit, part of the unique Peppadew family of pepper products, were discovered growing wild in South Africa about 15 years ago. Peppadew fruit are known across the globe for their special flavor – sweet and tangy, with just a touch of heat.

 Peppadew Fresh Farms located on Harbor Road is a family run business. Owners Pierre and Doris Crawley live in Marlboro.  Pierre Crawley, President of Peppadew Fresh LLC is presently growing the Peppadew Goldew fruit and will process them under the “Jersey Grown” program.

 Originally a flower farm, the Peppadew Fresh Farm will maintain a portion of the property for growing hydrangea and pussy willows for local markets in New Jersey. In addition, theCrawley’s are presently growing a wine vineyard and are designing a wine-tasting room in the spacious and authentic barn. The farm house is original and completely renovated, and will be the future space for cooking classes which will prepare recipes using the delicious Peppadew products.

 Attending the announcement was USDA Rural Development New Jersey State Director Howard Henderson and New Jersey Secretary of Agriculture Douglas Fisher and Marlboro’s Mayor Jonathan Hornik read a Proclamation stating April 16, 2012 is officially “Grant Award Day” for Peppadew Fresh, LLC in Marlboro. Also in attendance was Council President Jeff Cantor, Councilwoman Carol Mazzola and Councilwoman Randi Marder. NJ Discover covered the event for the NJ Discover TV Show airing in May.           Submitted by Tara-Jean Vitale, Producer & TV Host NJ Discover

The Great Falls in Paterson, NJ

The Great Falls are the second-highest on the east coast (second only to Niagara).  The Great Falls thunders over a rocky ledge, 70 feet deep, about 60 feet wide to a broad basin descending 20 feet through traprock and sandstone to the City of Paterson.

Submitted by local photographer,

Alan Leckner

LecknerDesign Associates/mor4you

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Alan photographed the 16-by-10-foot  mural of Tillie’s image in Asbury Park.  Although the original Palace Amusements no longer exists, Tillie still barely hangs on to the cinderblock wall where a portion of it was saved, by volunteers,  before demolition crews could tear it down.

Tillie looks weathered. He’s been through troubled times. But he still survives. And he is still smiling. His character cannot be broken. Tillie represents the beach town of Asbury Park:  awesome, exciting and everlasting!

Thanks for the great photograph Alan!

Your NJ Discover TV Host and Producer, Tara-Jean.

LecknerDesign Associates/mor4you

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Two young residents at play. Officers Row, Sandy Hook, NJ

A “must visit”  for children of all ages.  There’s a World of Wonderful Things to See and Do at Storybook Land!

For over 50 years, since its founding in 1955, Storybook Land has been keeping the spirit of childhood alive in an entertaining and educational atmosphere. At Storybook Land, our emphasis is on fun for the entire family … with special attention given to its youngest members. If this is your child’s – or grandchild’s – first visit to an amusement park, you can be certain that it will be a very positive experience. The timelessness of childhood will ring true as your family literally walks through its all-time favorite stories and nursery rhymes in a remarkably clean and enjoyable park setting.

The timelessness of childhood will ring true as your family literally walks through its all-time favorite stories and nursery rhymes at Storybook Land. Children’s classics are interspersed with exciting new family rides and attractions in a remarkably clean andenjoyable park setting. Join us several times a year for memorable family experiences. You are certain to enjoy your visits!

For more information visit Storybook Land’s website: storybookland.com