VENTNOR – The carryout bag ordinance has been on the books since February, but enforcement was delayed six months to get the public used to the idea. Oct. 1 was the first day for enforcement of Ventnor’s single-use bag fee ordinance adopted on Feb. 22. The ordinance requires shop owners Read more…
The Atlantic County Library System/Ventnor, 6500 Atlantic Ave., has announced events for November and December. READ AND PLAY BABY For little ones between the ages of 12-36 months, story time activity 10:30 a.m. Thursday mornings, Nov.1 through Dec. 20 (except Nov. 22). Come enjoy stories, songs, stretches, rhymes, puppets, felt boards, Read more…
VENTNOR – A problem in getting parts for a new audio system is delaying the installation of microphones in the public meeting room that would improve sound quality for audio files posted to the city’s website. According to Network Administrator James Pacanowski, the equipment needed – amplifiers and mixers – Read more…
VENTNOR – The discovery of common mold and moisture in City Hall will cost more than $70,000 to remediate, City Administrator Maria Mento said Wednesday morning. City Hall has been closing at 1 p.m. over the last week or so to accommodate contractors working on the HVAC system and cleaning Read more…
VENTNOR – On Aug. 26, Airbnb President Greg Greeley announced that the online transient accommodation marketplace reached the 400 million guest arrival milestone. A month later, Ventnor officials discussed how the city could put some controls on short-term rentals in the city. On Sept. 27, Commissioners Lance Landgraf and Tim Read more…
VENTNOR – The Board of Commissioners Sept. 27 recognized some of the volunteers who made summer fun for residents and visitors. Commissioners Lance Landgraf and Tim Kriebel presented them with certificates of appreciation for their work organizing the Ventnor City Farmers Market and getting the new pickleball program up and Read more…
VENTNOR – Every member of the Ventnor City Fire Department will be getting new personal escape harnesses courtesy of a $25,472 grant from the Joey D Foundation. According to Fire Chief Michael Cahill, the department has been informed of the grant award by the Lt. Joseph P. DiBernardo Memorial Foundation, Read more…
VENTNOR – She’s long and sleek and was built when engine power was new. George Wimberg’s “MisLeading Lady” was on display at Ventnor City Hall Saturday, Sept. 29 for all to see and admire. She had boat lovers reminiscing about the good old days when Ventnor had its own boat Read more…
VENTNOR – While state legislation to ban plastic bags, straws and polystyrene packaging advances in the New Jersey Senate, Ventnor is ready to impose a 5-cent fee on paper and plastic bags starting Oct. 1. A NJ Senate Committee advanced Senate bill S-2776 for a vote by the full Senate Read more…
VENTNOR – The Board of Education Wednesday, Sept. 26 recognized three teachers who have excelled as educators ensuring the success of their students and two volunteers who make learning fun. Teachers of the Year Michele Masterman and Annette Peitzman received plaques of recognition for their achievement, and physical education teacher Read more…