ATLANTIC CITY – Alphonso Ogbuehi, Stockton University’s new dean of the School of Business, has only been on the job for a few weeks, but he’s already put forth ideas to expand the profile of the program, especially at the new Atlantic City Academic Center. “Atlantic City is the future Read more…
VENTNOR – When the Ventnor Police Department announced last week on its Facebook page that it would be conducting a high-visibility DWI checkpoint starting at 10 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 3, the post received a lot of criticism in the form of snarky remarks making fun of the announcement. “Please read Read more…
MARGATE – Recycling inspectors are making the rounds in Margate to conduct an assessment of recycling practices and educate the public about local recycling regulations designed to prevent contamination of recycled materials and keep recycled materials out of the trash stream. Public Works Supervisor Frank Ricciotti confirmed Thursday, Aug. 1 Read more…
The Longport Police Department took part in a community policing initiative, Saturday, Oct. 3, called, “Hearts behind the Badge.” The event was designed to utilize the strengths of each individual officer in an effort to uniquely bond with the community. Ptl. Shaune Slattery, a former standout basketball player at Mainland Read more…
VENTNOR – Considering the amount of volunteer manpower it takes to put on a special event like the Ventnor Go Green Boat Parade, participation could have been better. Participation has dropped from more than 100 entries a few years ago to just a handful this year. But due to the Read more…
The Longport Historical Society hosted a concert featuring members of the Philadelphia Mummers in the park at the rear of Borough Hall Saturday evening, Aug 3. Several members of the String Band Division of Philadelphia Mummers clubs strummed their banjos as seniors danced the Mummer’s strut. Children twirled and everyone Read more…
By STEVE JASIECKI With streets, roads and parking lots receiving the direct rays of the sun, asphalt or any street material heats up quickly and can get dangerously hot. Extreme street temperatures can cause harm, particularly to pets and animals who have no protection for their paws. Humans also feel Read more…
The Margate Public Library has announced its programs for August, including two new concerts. All events are free and open to the public. Wednesday, Aug. 7, 7 p.m. – In partnership with the Margate Historical Society, the library presents “Great Storms of South Jersey,” at Historic City Hall, 1 S. Read more…
MARGATE – As the saying goes, close only counts in horseshoes. After taking second place last year, David Williamson and Paul Smith of Absecon beat 24 other teams to win the second annual Drink ‘n’ Shoes horseshoe tournament Saturday, jJuly 27 at the Margate Log Cabin. Second-place winners were team Read more…
LONGPORT – The Longport Police Department has launched a new website packed with information and newly developed services, with the goal of making it easier for the public to obtain information. “The old website no longer met the demands of our community. This site will be much more engaging to Read more…