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Monty Dahm, Owner of Atlantic City, NJ Tun Tavern Forced to Litigate
Monty Dahm is an honorable man and a United States Marine. Remember, you’re never a former Marine. Once a Marine … Always a Marine. You can tell that that the last thing that Monty Dahm wants to do is to be forced to litigate the issue of his decades-long trademark of The Tun Tavern.
Atlantic City, NJ, Church Where Crime Boss Married to be Torn Down
A once undisputed “Boss” of Atlantic City and Atlantic County, New Jersey was married in an iconic church that is now set to be torn down in Atlantic City, New Jersey. Enoch "Nucky" Johnson, who was the crime boss and former Sheriff of Atlantic County was married in the First Presbyterian Church of Atlantic City.
Ex-school board member was ousted over criticism of city’s mayor, superintendent, lawsuit claims
A former Atlantic City school board member has filed a lawsuit against several city officials, including Mayor Marty Small Sr. and his wife, La’Quetta, alleging he was removed from the board after criticizing members for not investigating a former school teacher who is related to La’Quetta. John Devlin...
Egg Harbor City, NJ, Getting New Pub at Historic Roesch Hotel
Get ready for a new spot coming to Egg Harbor City at the historic Roesch Hotel building on St. Louis Avenue. A new pub, The Inn on St. Louis Kitchen & Craft, will bring a brand new neighborhood tavern to EHC and will be located at 446 St. Louis Ave. While they did not announce an opening date, they did say they hope to be ready to open by the end of the summer.
Is It Time to Tone Down the Rhetoric in NJ?
It finally happened. I was out this weekend, and while in a local store, I overheard a conversation, between two men. They were probably in their 30s, or maybe 40s, and they were discussing a topic that I have strong opinions about. I couldn't help myself. After listening to these...
Guide to 2024 Ocean City Night in Venice
The parade starts at 6:30 p.m. on Saturday, July 20, 2024. The boat parade begins near the Ocean City-Longport toll bridge and travels along the bayside to Tennessee Avenue, looping in and out of lagoons along the way. Where can I watch the parade?. To view the Night in Venice...
6 ABC Gets Pranked on Ocean City NJ Boardwalk
It's always a risk for a television station to do live news reports from a location. It's impossible to control your surroundings and the people who may be in the background. Live news reports also present a challenge for some people. That is, how can they get "in the shot."
Longport’s Chronic Rat Problem
Since at least 2018, Longport has grappled with a chronic, persistent rat problem. Residents still complaining: rats could be coming from the Longport Fire Department and the Beach Patrol boathouse on Atlantic Ave. Rats can carry disease easily spread to people and pets. Longport resident Davis called an exterminator who...
Huge Sand Sculptures in PA’s Peddler’s Village All Summer Long
It's such a fun time of year in Peddler's Village. I know, I say that all the time. It's because they're always something fun going on in Peddler's Village, no matter what time of year it is. Make plans to go this summer because you don't want to miss the...
South Jersey Forward: Report Address Food Insecurity in Atlantic City, Possible Solutions
POMONA – Atlantic City faces significant hurdles to address issues of food insecurity but there are innovative ways to tackle the situation, according to a new report released recently by the nonprofit think tank South Jersey Forward. Nourishing Communities: Strategies to Address Food Insecurity in Atlantic City, was released...
Ocean City’s Gay Talese Inductee for N.J. Hall of Fame
The New Jersey Hall of Fame (NJHOF) announced Tuesday its 18 inductees for 2024 and Ocean City’s Gay Talese is one of them. According to a news release, Talese, 92, an author and journalist, was selected in the category of “Arts & Letters.” Inductees are chosen for their accomplishments in six categories, including Education & Science and Enterprise, Performing Arts & Entertainment, Public Service, Sports and Enterprise.
These Jersey Shore towns are hosting adorable baby parades this summer
It's almost time for the return of a longstanding, adorable summer tradition at the Jersey Shore — baby parades, when tiny tots promenade and show off cute costumes in several towns. This summer, parades are being held in Cape May on July 26, Wildwood on July 31 and Ocean...
Housing Agency Considers New Tactic to Build Ocean City Project
For the third time in 10 months, the Ocean City Housing Authority has rejected construction bids for a proposed 60-unit affordable housing development and will now use a different tactic to try to hire a contractor. At its monthly board meeting Tuesday, the authority rejected a $23.2 million bid for...
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