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How many hours will the average New Jerseyan watch the Olympics? A lot, survey says
It's time for the Olympics, and fans throughout the world are gearing up for the televised sports spectacle running from July 26 to Aug. 11 in Paris. And New Jerseyans won't miss much of the games. Hosting Advice, a web hosting adviser, says it surveyed 3,000 sports fans to gauge how much they...
Summer children’s series comes to a close with ‘The Perfect Dog’
On Tuesday, July 30, the Ocean City Theatre Company’s 2024 Summer Children’s Theatre Series at the Music Pier will come to a close with a musical adaptation of “The Perfect Dog”. Inspired by The New York Times best-selling author John O’Hurley’s book ”The Perfect Dog”, Sam, a 12-year-old...
Broadway stars showcase talent at the Music Pier
On Wednesday, July 17, the Ocean City Theatre Company hosted its 17th annual Broadway on the OC Boardwalk, a special evening full of music and performances. The show featured two former members of the OCTC cast who have gone to achieve fame on stage, Morgan Kirner of Broadway’s Merrily We Roll Along and Angel Sigala of Broadway’s New York, New York!
Kellen Moore may already regret joining Eagles after reported turmoil
Dallas Cowboys fans couldn't help but roll their eyes after Brian Schottenheimer was promoted to offensive coordinator last year. While it was already confirmed that Mike McCarthy would call plays, the fan base was hoping the Cowboys would look externally for Kellen Moore's replacement. When all was said and done,...
These NY, NJ towns make list for worst cities to buy property in next 5 years
NEW JERSEY - If you're betting on a property, experts say you'll go broke in Rochester, NY and Atlantic City, NJ. Personal finance website GoBankingRates asked a handful of real estate agents across the U.S. where they believe to be the worst cities to buy property in the next five years – Atlantic City and Rochester were ranked as some of the worst.
Estell Manor Groundhog Has Rabies; 2 People May Have Exposure
Atlantic County public health officials have announced a positive test for rabies in a groundhog in Estell Manor. Officials say two people may have may have been exposed to rabies. Groundhog Becomes Fourth Positive Case for Rabies in Atlantic County. A groundhog that confronted a family dog in the 100...
2 Fugitives Wanted in Atlantic County, NJ
The search goes on for two of the most wanted fugitives in South Jersey and the Atlantic County Sheriff's Office is asking for your help. Atlantic County Sheriff Joseph O’Donoghue is becoming known for his office's most wanted list. Two of the names at the top of that list...
Broken wind turbine blade ‘crisis’ fuels NJ beach disaster fears
LONG BEACH — A New Jersey anti-wind group is demanding the state stop giving the green light to new offshore wind projects as pieces of fiberglass continue to wash up on the beaches of Nantucket. The renewed calls for a moratorium on awards from the state Board of Public...
NJ is facing a potential lawsuit over alleged failure to protect endangered fish
The state of New Jersey is facing a lawsuit for allegedly failing to protect the endangered Atlantic sturgeon, according to the Delaware and Hudson Riverkeeper Network. New Jersey, as well as New York and Delaware, are being accused of failing to obtain incidental take permits when operating within the habitat of the Atlantic...
Top 15 NJ Arts Events of Week: Stephen Colbert and Paul Giamatti, Sammy Hagar, ‘Eno,’ more
Here is a roundup of arts events taking place around New Jersey, through Aug. 1. • Actor Paul Giamatti will appear “in conversation” with Stephen Colbert at Prudential Hall at NJPAC in Newark, July 26 at 8 p.m. Giamatti was nominated for the Best Actor Oscar this year, for “The Holdovers.” He was previously nominated in the Best Supporting Actor category for “Cinderella Man.” He has won an Emmy (for “John Adams”) and three Golden Globes (for “John Adams,” “Barney’s Version” and “The Holdovers”).
Another baby has died in NJ this week after being left in hot car
EAST HANOVER — Another infant has died after being left in a car in New Jersey. Morris County Prosecutor Robert Carroll said East Hanover Police were called after a 6- month-old girl was noticed inside a vehicle parked in a parking lot on South Ridgedale Avenue at Route 10 in East Hanover around 1:30 p.m. Wednesday, July 17. She was pronounced dead at a hospital.
Night in Venice brings island vibes to Ocean City
Summertime vibes were felt all around Ocean City on Saturday night as the 69th Annual Night in Venice Parade sailed along the bayside. Tens of thousands lined the parade route to catch a glimpse of the excitement. This year’s theme paid tribute to the late Jimmy Buffett, best known for such hits as “Margaritaville”, and “Cheeseburger in Paradise”. Participants decked out their boats, and homes, singing and dancing to Buffett’s greatest hits and soaking in the festive atmosphere.
OC lifeguards compete in Olympic Games
The Ocean City Beach Patrol’s tradition of winning intercity rowing and swimming competitions has its roots in the Olympic Games. Long before the local lifeguards won a South Jersey championship, OCBP Hall of Famer John B. Kelly Sr. was wearing three Olympic gold medals. Kelly, competing in Antwerp, Belgium...
Belmar settles with intervenors for four projects
BELMAR — The borough mayor and council, after holding a workshop discussion regarding affordable housing updates, passed four resolutions authorizing settlement agreements with the four intervenors to the borough’s declaratory judgment (DJ) action. According to the presentation given by borough redevelopment counsel, the borough has achieved 99 units of its obligated 96 affordable housing units with the approval of these four settlement agreements.
Red Bank OKs 20 condos near train station that wipe away Mexican restaurant, framing store
RED BANK - A four-story condominium across from Red Bank’s train station was approved unanimously Wednesday night by the borough planning board. It would raze two houses on Oakland Street, the Mexican restaurant Mi Lupita’s Kitchen, a detached garage and a neighboring two-story building that currently houses 90 Degree Gallery on Bridge Avenue....
Delaware certified bogus ‘doctorate degree’ in psychology for school counselor charged with raping 5-year-old girl
This story was supported by a statehouse coverage grant from the Corporation for Public Broadcasting. When Delaware’s Brandywine School District hired John Ervin Arnold as a trauma counselor for K–5 students in October 2021, officials were impressed by his master’s and doctoral degrees in psychology from Ohio University.
Hamilton Twp., NJ, police seek help finding missing 16-year-old
Authorities in Hamilton Township are asking for your help locating a missing 16-year-old female. Police say Autumn M. Felmey of Mays Landing was last seen at around 4:30 Wednesday afternoon in the area of the Woodlands and she may have taken a New Jersey Transit bus via the stop at Hamilton Mall.
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