LONGPORT – What do bread baking and genealogy have in common? Well, information about both topics can be obtained through the Longport Public Library this month. Among the many programs offered by the library this month is the virtual program, “Introduction to Bread Making,” offered by Longport residents Barb Law Read more…
By NANETTE LoBIONDO GALLOWAY VENTNOR – The leak forcing raw sewage to bubble up to the surface of Wellington Avenue and onto neighboring streets in Ventnor Heights will take weeks to repair, although stopping the leak could be completed over the next seven days, Atlantic County Utilities Authority President Richard Read more…
TRENTON – NJ Gov. Phil Murphy Monday, Feb. 22 signed historic adult-use cannabis reform bills into law, legalizing and regulating cannabis use and possession for adults 21 years and older. The “The New Jersey Cannabis Regulatory, Enforcement Assistance, and Marketplace Modernization Act” decriminalizes marijuana and hashish possession. The governor also signed Read more…
ATLANTIC CITY – The Stockton University Women’s Rowing Program will be offering “Grow into the Future,” a free summer enrichment program that will offer underserved Atlantic City middle school students exposure to the team-oriented sport of rowing. The program will focus on fun, development and teamwork as well as the Read more…
GALLOWAY TOWNSHIP – A panel of experts from the cannabis industry will be featured at a free online webinar targeting cannabis tourism 1 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 24. The webinar, titled, “Destination Cannabis: Insight for New Jersey Hospitality and Tourism,” will discuss the impact of legal recreational cannabis use on resort Read more…
By NANETTE LoBIONDO GALLOWAY VENTNOR – Wellington Avenue has been closed indefinitely and a health advisory issued for pedestrians and bicyclists to avoid the area and for residents to conserve water. A break in the main sewer line caused raw sewage to flood Wellington Avenue and adjacent streets. The sewer line Read more…
By NANETTE LoBIONDO GALLOWAY ATLANTIC CITY – The contractor responsible for bringing down the former Trump Plaza tower has published a video detailing several views of the implosion, which was held on Wednesday morning, Feb. 17, to the delight of spectators viewing from a safe distance on the beach, Boardwalk Read more…
ATLANTIC CITY – The Noyes Arts Garage of Stockton University, 2200 Fairmount Ave., and CRDA are offering a drive-through art experience March 19 through April 5 at the Wave Garage titled, “Cruise: An Artistic Drive Thru Experience,” featuring Broadway singers, musicians, art installations and more. The drive-through exhibition allows spectators Read more…
ATLANTIC CITY – For the third time in the last three months, the New Jersey Public Employees Occupation Safety and Health Program has found Atlantic County government in full compliance with federal and state protocols and guidance to protect its employees from COVID-19. “My administration has been dedicated to protecting Read more…
By NANETTE LoBIONDO GALLOWAY LONGPORT – After several years of wrangling with the NJ Department of Environmental Protection, the borough is ready to move to the next step – getting a general permit for beach maintenance. A requirement for acceptance of the borough’s proposed Beach Maintenance Plan, which is ready Read more…