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Under the Boardwalk officials vow to address homelessness in Atlantic City
ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. (AP) — In a place with a long history of people living — and sometimes dying — under the Boardwalk, Atlantic City has launched an effort to address homelessness by preventing people from sleeping on public property and connecting them with shelter and services.
Massive Lawsuit Filed vs. Atlantic City Mayor & Schools Boss
Atlantic City, New Jersey attorney David Castellani has officially filed litigation against Atlantic City Mayor Marty Small, Atlantic City Superintendent of Public Schools La’Quetta Small and Atlantic City Board of Education President Shay Steele. Other unnamed person(s) may still be added to the lawsuit. The litigation was filed on...
Atlantic City utilizing every government agency to break up homeless encampments under boardwalk
Homeless encampments have long been a problem with elusive solutions for officials in Atlantic City. But for the first time in recent history, every government agency in the city is working together to tackle the issue.
A walk around an Atlantic City, NJ, casino that closed 10 years ago
When you think of the casinos in Atlantic City, you immediately think of high rollers, zillions of blinking lights, the clinking of slot machines, big stars, fancy restaurants, and tons of nightlife. And that's true — except for one place in the World's Play Ground. While Atlantic City's casinos...
Five Jersey Shore beaches under fecal bacteria advisories on Tuesday, July 2
Five Jersey Shore beaches are under advisories for high levels of fecal bacterial on Tuesday, July 2, according to the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection. Fecal bacteria, or enterococci, is common in the excrement and intestines of animals, and was found in high levels in water samples collected at each of the five beaches on July 1. The bacteria is used as an indicator species to signify the likelihood that other illness-causing microbes, viruses or parasites are present in water.
Atlantic City prepares for crowds ahead of July 4 holiday
ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. (CBS) — With the Fourth of July holiday fast approaching, many families are expected to head down the Atlantic City Expressway to their favorite shore town.At Atlantic City's Boardwalk Gifts and Souvenirs, owner Raza Khan said the stakes are high for the holiday."This is the most important day of the year actually, and the thing is that it's a very patriotic holiday and brings out all the people," Khan said. "They enjoy the beaches and the boardwalk, and we also do good business as well."He says he's already stocked up on extra items from wholesalers to prepare...
Cooper Health officially acquires South Jersey health system, renames Cape Regional flagship hospital
From Camden and Cherry Hill to Trenton and the Jersey Shore, what about life in New Jersey do you want WHYY News to cover? Let us know. A merger between two South Jersey health care systems has reached its final step this week after a year and a half of negotiations and regulatory reviews.
Videos show extent of flooding across Jersey Shore after torrential rain
OCEAN CITY, N.J. (CBS) -- Multiple South Jersey shore towns flooded after torrential rain overnight and early Sunday morning.According to meteorologist Andrew Kozak, thunderstorms dumped between 2-6 inches of rain along the shore overnight, and even more storms and severe weather are in the forecast for Sunday afternoon and evening.Video shared with CBS News Philadelphia by contributing photographer HughE Dillon showed cars driving across a flooded North Essex Avenue in Margate earlier Sunday morning.In a Facebook post, the city's police department urged drivers to not cross flooded roads, and shared a list of flood-prone areas motorists should avoid. "If you...
Spectacular Atlantic City, NJ Seafood (Great Photos)
The Atlantic City, New Jersey area is the home of some of the best seafood that is available anywhere in the world. In the past, we have featured just how great the Atlantic City Lobster industry is and how the Atlantic City lobsters compare to the much more famous Maine lobsters.
New Jersey counties explore new strategies for roadway safety as fatalities rise
Various counties across New Jersey are exploring new strategies to make highways and roadways safer during the busy summer season.This comes after multiple fatalities have been reported on roads in the area."Every one of these tragedies could be avoided," said Lt. James Rosiello of the Atlantic County Prosecutor's Office.He said reckless behavior on the road is leading to deadly consequences at an alarming rate from drivers to pedestrians to cyclists."One of our biggest problems is impaired driving, like alcohol use and illegal drug use and prescription medication use," said Rosiello. "In addition to that, reckless speeds, aggressive driving, and general...
A rise in traffic deaths leads to more DWI checkpoints in 2 NJ counties
More DWI checkpoints are scheduled in New Jersey this week in an effort to address public safety. Traffic deaths in New Jersey are on the rise, according to Holmdel Township Police Department Patrolman Matthew Menosky, which is pushing this week’s checkpoint enforcements in Monmouth County. Menosky shared in a...
NJ animal shelter to waive pet adoption fees for 8 days in July
🐶 Celebrate freedom with a free pet adoption at a South Jersey animal shelter. 🐱During the first week in July, all pet adoptions are free. 🐶Visit the shelter and take home a forever friend. When you think of Independence Day, you think of freedom. One South Jersey...
Atlantic Shores South wind project approved off NJ
A second phase of the Atlantic Shores wind energy project won a major federal approval Tuesday, advancing plans for 200 wind turbines within sight of New Jersey beach resorts. The Atlantic Shores South project between Long Beach Island and Atlantic City would include 10 offshore substations and export cables bringing power to landfalls at Atlantic City and Sea Girt to the north in Monmouth County, N.J.
Major changes on AC's boardwalk aim to improve public safety, other quality of life concerns
ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. (CBS) -- Atlantic City leaders announced major changes to improve the experience of its world-famous boardwalk.Mayor Marty Small Sr., along with several heads of Atlantic City government departments, gathered Monday morning for a news conference to reveal the city is fully implementing recommendations from the Boardwalk Improvement Group.The new measures, funded by the state, focus on improving public safety, providing help for people who are unhoused and addressing quality of life concerns."Charity starts at home," Small said. "We can not claim to be this worldwide resort if we don't handle the problems the resorts sometimes encounter."One of...
Delaware Valley Hit by Severe Thunderstorms, Flooding Engulfs Ocean City and Margate Streets
The Delaware Valley was besieged by severe thunderstorms yesterday, resulting in serious flooding and downed trees across the region. According to FOX 29, streets in the south end of Ocean City were inundated, with West Avenue and many numbered cross streets affected by a deluge of rain combined with tidal water. The aftermath left residents grappling with damage, as waterlogged streets disrupted the usual tranquility of a Sunday.
Ventnor Rejects Single Bid of $750k to Build Beach Stage
Ventnor Commissioners rejected the single bid for building a new stage behind the library on Newport Ave. On June 27, Ventnor Commission said no to the pricey, single bid from Walters Marine Construction. The builder wanted close to $750,000 to build a new stage / bandshell. Questions being asked: Why...
Locals Name The One Place Somers Point Desperately Needs For A Sweet Treat
It's summertime in South Jersey. That means it gets HOT. We're not just talking about an uncomfortable warm, either. Nope, here in the southern-most part of the Garden State, some days can be scorching. Those are the days that you crave an ice cold sweet treat. Sure, ice cream and...
Ocean City businesses brace for Fourth of July crowds as families flock to shore
OCEAN CITY, N.J. (CBS) -- The crowds down the Jersey Shore are only going to get bigger ahead of Fourth of July. Many people are getting a jump start on the holiday later this week. Manco & Manco Pizza had a line out of the door, and Shriver's Salt Water Taffy & Fudge was packed in Ocean City, New Jersey, Monday night."We are well-staffed right now and we have every register open on Fourth of July," said Aidan Yargar, who works at Shriver's. Yargar said while they are crowded every day, they are ready for the holiday rush.Crowds were on the boardwalk...
Ocean City warns of rip currents as several people rescued ahead of July 4th
OCEAN CITY, N.J. - If you're headed down the shore for the holiday weekend, local officials are urging beachgoers to stay cautious!. "Saturday was a busy day for us… the rip currents were particularly strong," said Allan Karas of the Ocean City Beach Patrol. Several people were rescued from...
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