GALLOWAY TOWNSHIP – Perseverance, resilience and optimism are the themes of the Stockton University 2021 Commencement, being held in 12 ceremonies May 11-13 to adhere to pandemic guidelines. “In the last year you have experienced challenges in our world that have baffled minds and broken heats,” President Harvey Kesselman said. Read more…
LONGPORT – A handful of volunteers showed up in the park behind Borough Hall Tuesday afternoon to pull weeds, add soil and plant vegetables and herbs in the raised beds of the community garden. There are nine raised beds at the rear of Borough Hall and residents are encouraged to Read more…
By NANETTE LoBIONDO GALLOWAY LONGPORT – The borough is asking full- and part-time residents to take a 10-question survey to determine their knowledge of natural and man-made disasters. The results will help the borough coordinate activities that reduce injury and property damage from storms and fires. According to Emergency Management Read more…
The Atlantic County Workforce Development Board, in collaboration with the Atlantic Cape Community College, is once again offering the opportunity to participate in the Atlantic City Electric Quick Path to Energy Program. The program offers career and technical education training designed to introduce students to career pathways within the utility Read more…
By NANETTE LoBIONDO GALLOWAY MARGATE – Efforts to reconstruct a portion of Amherst Avenue is back on track following a two-month delay caused by a partial collapse of the earth beneath the roadway that caused damage to several neighboring homes. Resident Dennis Gorniowsky, who lives in the area, told members Read more…
VENTNOR – It’s time for city residents to start clearing out their attics and basements for the annual Citywide Yardsale being held 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, June 12-13. There is no cost to participate but residents can register to have their location put on a map Read more…
The Longport Public Library will offer patrons a variety of different program options this summer for children, adults and families. Through its partnerships with Longport Historical Society and Longport Police Department, the library will offer something for everyone. Longport Public Library has partnered with Longport Historical Society to offer additional Read more…
By MADDY VITALE Turtle time is upon us and nesting season for diamondback terrapins is starting. But what about the hatchlings emerging from hibernation? Turtle lovers from Ocean City and Ventnor did their part to help the tiny terrapins to safety, locating hundreds of them – 826 to be exact Read more…
By NANETTE LoBIONDO GALLOWAY MARGATE – A major capital improvement in the Marina District is being delayed a few weeks, mostly due to the delay in receiving materials as a result of the pandemic. According to city engineer Ed Dennis Jr. of Remington & Vernick, the city is waiting for Read more…
By NANETTE LoBIONDO GALLOWAY LONGPORT – The borough has had a community garden in the park at the rear of Borough Hall for several years. At 1 p.m. Tuesday, May 11, volunteers will be planting vegetables and herbs for harvesting by residents this summer. Borough Clerk Monica Kyle will be Read more…