The cicadas that have emerged around South Jersey help feed many other creatures, including ants, birds, other insects, mammals and even turtles. There is one predator that specifically targets the large bugs, called the cicada killer wasp.

OCEAN CITY — Miss New Jersey contestants made their way down the Ocean City Boardwalk Wednesday, June 12 during the annual parade, which precedes the three-day contest at the Ocean City Music Pier.

The theme this year was “Villains Down the Venue.” Leading the parade was reigning Miss New Jersey Lindsey Petrosh.

ABSECON _ City officials are renewing their call for residents to apply to determine if they qualify for a no-interest, home-improvement program offered by the Atlantic County Improvement Authority.