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Ocean City prepares for Fourth of July as record crowds head to Jersey Shore
The holiday is underway at the Jersey Shore and in Ocean City, New Jersey, the crowds keep growing. Holiday-like crowds have flocked to the shore all week long as AAA predicts nearly one million people from the Philadelphia area will travel over the 4th of July weekend. Ocean City officials are warning beachgoers to be safe, […]
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.
The ‘Sounds’ of ‘Taylor Swift’ are Coming to Ocean City, NJ
It’s being hailed as “Back by Overwhelming Demand.”. Entertainment pro Bob Rose is the reliable source where I learned about this. Rose shared the news on his social media page yesterday that …. After kicking off the summer with TWO sold out shows, Let's Sing Taylor - A...
Strange note found on the Garden State Parkway in New Jersey
An index card stapled to a sign on the Garden State Parkway caught my attention not too long ago. I was driving on the Parkway and headed off at Exit 44 by Stockton College in Galloway recently. While sitting at the red light at the end of the ramp, I happened to look over and I saw a very small sign attached to a wooden pole.
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...
Private bridge to Jersey Shore towns says it double billed drivers
One of the few privately owned toll bridges in the country told beach-going drivers in New Jersey it accidentally charged them twice recently. The Downbeach Express, owned by Ole Hansen and Sons, connects Northfield with Margate City, near Atlantic City. ...
Important Traffic Advisories for Ventnor & Galloway, New Jersey
TILTON ROAD - GALLOWAY TOWNSHIP. Monday, July 8, 2024 through Friday, July 12, 2024, Tilton Road will be closed between Route 30 and Wrangleboro Road … between the hours of 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. To perform milling and paving work, it can only take place weather permitting. About...
Mayor’s Message: July 5
Ocean City’s Fourth of July celebration yesterday was a great example of what Ocean City is all about: families and traditions. It’s always heartwarming to see how many people start their day with our daily flag-raising ceremony at the Music Pier, but the crowd yesterday was especially inspiring.
WWII veteran Bernie Friedenberg's daughter remembers dad at new war memorial in Atlantic City
Susan Friedenberg's father, Bernie, served during the second world war and is now cast as a hero."He was a great man and a great father," says Friedenberg. "My dad passed away May 1, 2018."The Bernie Friedenberg World War II Memorial now stands in his hometown of Atlantic City, New Jersey."He got two Purple Hearts, two Silver Stars and two Bronze Medals," she says.Friedenberg says because of their Jewish heritage, her dad was eager to enlist after the bombing of Pearl Harbor."He wanted to go fight Nazis," she says.Initially, he was turned down due to poor eyesight, but eventually the Army...
Atlantic Shores offshore wind farm in NJ gets key approval by Biden administration
ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. (AP) — The U.S. Interior Department approved the proposed Atlantic Shores offshore wind farm in New Jersey on Tuesday, giving a major boost to a project that would be the state's first.The project still requires an additional federal approval of its construction and operations plan, along with two state-level permits, before construction can begin.Interior Secretary Deb Haaland said the department's decision marked the ninth offshore wind project approved under the Biden administration, green-lighting 13 gigawatts of electricity, enough to power 5 million homes."The Biden-Harris administration is building momentum every day for our clean energy future, and today's milestone...
Atlantic City, NJ Schools Throws Away More Good Furniture (Photos)
On June 19, 2024, we revealed that the Atlantic City Public Schools system was caught throwing away perfectly good furniture. It took place at the Chelsea Avenue School in Atlantic City, New Jersey. Here are photos from that unfortunate occurrence:. Chelsea Avenue School whistleblowers have documented the situation regarding the...
July 4th Beach bacterial warnings issued
Sometimes it's better to just "hold it". Five Jersey Shore beaches are under advisories for high levels of fecal bacteria on July 2nd. The New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) urge all locals and visitors urges all water activities to be restricted at the following beaches:. *Beachwood's western beach,...
OC American Legion honors two military families with R & R Program
Ocean City American Legion Post 524 will again welcome two military families to “America’s Greatest Family Resort” on Sunday, July 14 for a week of fun and festivities courtesy of the Post’s Rest & Relaxation Program. The families will be given the use of two free...
Margate Taxpayers Question Gas Station Parking Lot Plan
Should Margate taxpayers bankroll a $2.3 million purchase of a contaminated gas station and convert it into a parking lot?. The questionable, possible purchase of Taylor’s Gas Station by the City of Margate is raising eyebrows. Are taxpayers funding a project that only helps a few adjacent businesses during the summer?
The Best July 2024 Summer Events In Sea Isle City, New Jersey
June was a busy month for Sea Isle City. Eagles Legend Jason Kelce and his former teammates led the invasion of this New Jersey Shore Town as the NFL Players raised money for charity. The month of July is typically one of the busiest at the Jersey Shore each summer...
On the Jersey Shore, there's a flag for everything
AVALON, NJ.- The monthly teatime event at the Avalon Historical Center is a casual affair. There’s no agenda or talking points for the handful of regulars who dress up for the occasion, and anyone in a bathing suit and flip-flops can wander in and sit down to fresh scones and hot tea.
Margate accepting applications for administrator position
MARGATE – Mayor Michael Collins confirmed Thursday that the city is ready to hire an administrator and has taken steps to get the word out about the open position. Applications have been advertised for the position, which has been vacant since former Administrator Ken Mosca resigned in January after just a year on the job.
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