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IRS Announces 'Revolutionary' Electronic Tax Filing System For NJ Residents
The program, called IRS Direct File, was tested in 12 states including New Jersey during the 2023 tax filing season. Eligible taxpayers will be able to use Direct File, which is offered in English and Spanish, for their 2024 tax returns. The services has a deadline of April 15, 2025.
N.J. Supreme Court rules against rabbi who accused school of falsely branding him a ‘pedophile’
The state’s highest court ruled Thursday that a New Jersey yeshiva had a right to tell families why it fired a rabbi, dismissing his claims that the school falsely branded him a “pedophile.”. In a unanimous decision, the state Supreme Court found that “ministerial exception” applied to Rabbi...
The Skinny With Joey Merlino, Live From Margate’s Greenhouse
Take a walk down memory lane with ‘Skinny’ Joey Merlino & Lil’ Snuff as they podcast live from the Greenhouse in Margate. In this episode, they recap the Joey Merlino arrest in Margate way back when, along with other amazing stories from Joey’s past. Raw and...
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...
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.
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!
Somers Point’s “Run to Remember” Set for Sept. 7
A 5K race will be held Sept. 7 through the scenic Country Club neighborhood of Somers Point in honor of all the first responders who were lost on 9/11. The “Run to Remember” will start at 9 a.m. in John F. Kennedy Park. It is presented by Shore True Value Hardware with the Somers Point Historical Society in conjunction with The Somers Point Good Old Days Festival Organizing Committee.
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...
Somers Point, NJ, bar looking for your help to name new outdoor bar
A Somers point institution is looking for some help in naming their new bar. The World Famous Anchorage Tavern, located at 823 Bay Ave in Somers Point has a new outside bar on their front porch and is looking for your help in naming the bar. The bar says they...
Cat in trash compactor saved by worker gets insanely perfect name
Mark Motta is a hero to a creature that can never say the words "thank you." And that’s just fine with him. Mark was working hard at his job for Burlington County Regional Recycling earlier this month when he went to check the hydraulics on a truck. He saw something shocking. A tiny kitten pinned in the back of the recycling truck’s crasher mechanism covered in oil.
Man Charged With Weapons And Narcotics Offenses
CAPE MAY COURT HOUSE, NJ.- Cape May County Prosecutor Jeffrey H. Sutherland reported on Monday, July 22, 2024, that members of the Cape May County Gangs, Guns, and Narcotics Task Force concluded an investigation into the narcotics distribution activities of Robert A. James, 53, of Cape May County Court House, New Jersey.
Vineland Celebrates Puerto Rico With Flag Raising, Festival
VINELAND – The annual Puerto Rico Flag Raising Ceremony on the steps of Vineland City Hall kicked off a week of events celebrating the island and its people on Sunday, July 21. It is the 58th year for the Vineland Puerto Rican Festival, which will run through Sunday, July...
Green burial, a natural and eco-friendly way to celebrate a life
Steelmantown Cemetery in Woodbine uses no embalming fluid, hardwood caskets or concrete vaults. The moment visitors enter through the arched gates of Steelmantown Cemetery in Woodbine, they see what makes a “green cemetery” unique. The grounds are a natural Pinelands preserve with tall trees, shrubs and native plants....
Local Towns Mailing Tax Bills Late Due to Late-Arriving Certification
Several local communities are extending the due date for third quarter tax bills due to late arriving certifications of tax rates to municipalities. Middle Township announced its bills will be mailed next week, with the grace period extended until August 30th. Avalon officials have mailed their bills, and the extension date is August 19th with zero late penalty. Stone Harbor has extended its payment date until September 3rd.
NJ overrules Jackson school board, adopts budget despite huge cuts, tax hike
JACKSON — Less than one week after school board members rejected the district's budget over its inclusion of "unthinkable cuts" required to make ends meet, the state Department of Education overruled them and forced the budget into place. The district's fiscal monitor, Carole Knopp-Morris, overruled the board's unanimous decision on Tuesday and...
Mayor’s Message: July 25
Last weekend certainly was a busy one here in Sea Isle City. In addition to the many people who were in town enjoying Sea Isle’s beaches, businesses and other attractions, many folks were here to attend several special events, including the Sandy Sprint Run-Walk, which raised money for the Sandy Rollman Ovarian Cancer Foundation, VFW Post 1963’s annual Dollar Dog Day, which benefited our nation’s veterans and active duty military members, the 2024 Steve Libro Men’s Basketball Tournament, which attracted many talented players, and the Sea Isle City Beach Patrol’s annual 1-Mile Ocean Swim, which featured over 200 competitors, who raced into the ocean and swam from 62nd Street to the 44th Street beach.
Barnegat Police Seek Help Identifying White Work Truck in Video
Attempt to Identify - The Barnegat Police Department is attempting to identify the white work truck in this video that was involved in an accident on Longboat Ave. on the night of 7/20/24. The vehicle is a white work truck (possibly Chevy) with yellow running lights on the roof.
‘Let’s Go Brenda’ shirts arrive at Jersey Shore businesses as Kamala Harris seeks presidency
Days after President Joe Biden announced that he would not be seeking reelection, two Jersey Shore businesses that offer “Let’s Go Brandon” merchandise say they haven’t seen a drop off in sales. The slogan that’s become a rallying cry for some Republicans opposed to Biden shifted...
Fisherman towed by fish, catches 135-pound tuna in Raritan Bay
One would be hard-pressed to recall the last time a bluefin tuna was caught in Raritan Bay but it happened Wednesday when a 135-pound bluefin took Steve Nosti of Holmdel for a Nantucket Sleighride - around Flynns Knoll and through the Sandy Hook Rip in Nosti's 12-foot aluminum Jon boat, the Silver Bullet. ...
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