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Downbeach Holiday Events

Enjoy the holiday season with these special events in Ventnor, Margate and Longport.

Downbeach green teams take top honors at Sustainable Jersey luncheon

Ventnor Green Team was awarded Silver Certification and Sustainable Margate received the Creativity & Innovation Award along with Bronze Certification.

Ventnor moves forward to create eco-park at Ventnor West tract

The city awarded contracts to perform several studies to create an eco-part at Ventnor West.

Headed to the shore during the holidays? Be sure to stop by the Cape Atlantic Model Railroad Club in downtown Egg Harbor City

The Cape Atlantic Model Railroad Club makes for a great holiday family outing.

Coastal flooding closes Dorset Avenue bridge and Wellington Avenue

Check the times for high tides which will bring minor to moderate flooding in low-lying areas

Margate Business Association to host Shop Small weekend events

Family fun, discounts at area stores and a holiday parade are on tap the weekend of Nov. 29-Dec. 1

Margate awards contracts for road reconstruction, ambulance equipment

The board also approved an employment agreement to fill a vacancy in the Construction Office.

Longport gives thanks to American veterans, past, present and future

The event included honoring 10 veterans who have connections to Longport.

Eagle Scout candidate makes former library teacher’s dream come true

An Ocean City teen seeking Eagle Scout status has built a Little Library in Margate.

NJ sets all-time record for longest period without rain

Drought conditions persist in New Jersey.

Longport Commissioners-elect look forward to 2025

Longport enjoyed a high turnout of registered voters.

Margate honors veterans and their spouses at 18th annual luncheon

Veterans and their spouses were treated to a pasta luncheon and honored for their service to the nation.

Longport PD lieutenants receive prestigious FBI LEEDA Trilogy Award

Both officers completed three FBI leadership training programs. They were promoted to the rank of lieutenant on Sept. 18.

Change in venue brings out more goblins, princesses and costumed characters for Ventnor Halloween celebration

The city's annual Halloween Parade was held at Ski Beach this year.

Margate hosts spooktacular evening of family fun

Back-to-back Halloween events were held at the Eugene A. Tighe Middle School, Friday, Oct. 25.

Ventnor rejects second round of bids for beachfront band shell

Costs for the new stage area are too high and the project will be scaled back a second time.

City dedicates Osprey Place in honor of the raptors who nest in the bay

The street dedication is one of the final steps in Mark Greco's revitalization of Ventnor Plaza shopping center.

Ventnor police arrest suspected rooftop burglar

The suspect jumped from roof to roof before surrendering to police.

Boo! It’s going to be a spooky weekend in Downbeach

Margate to hold events on Friday, Ventnor will celebrate on Sunday.

Longport ordinance would govern location of water meter pits

The board issued to capital improvement contracts and learned their terms of office will be extended two weeks into the …

Experienced surfer injured while surfing near Ventnor Fishing Pier

A surfer sustained injuries while surfing near the Ventnor Fishing Pier Sunday morning.

Polistina bill would make outdoor liquor service permanent

Outdoor dining has become a popular option for diners in shore towns.

Ventnor to hold dedication of Osprey Place on Thursday

The street is being named after the osprey, a raptor that nests in the bay across from Ventnor Plaza.

Margate hires part-time business administrator

Former Galloway Township Police Chief Pat Moran will serve on a part-time basis.

Haunted tours, paranormal investigations to be held at Absecon Lighthouse

Plan for a ghostly night at the Absecon Lighthouse, Oct. 26.

Longport volunteers get real-world firefighter training on house slated for demolition

Firefighters broke throught he front door and cut holes in the roof of a house slated for demolition.

Police investigate vehicle burglary

Police are asking neighbors to check their security camera video to help identify the suspects and their vehicle.

Resident wants time extended for biking on boardwalk

Bike riding on the boardwalk should only be restricted during hours lifeguards are guarding the beach, resident says.

Ventnor, Atlantic City beaches to be replenished this winter

The southern end of Ventnor and the northern part of Atlantic City have experiences severe erosion of sand.

Margate resident offers Halloween joy with ‘Circus Bezerkus’ display

Margate resident Ari Goldberger goes all out for Halloween.

Fire Prevention Week message reaches Margate’s youngest and oldest citizens

Firefighters vist the Bloom Pavilion and Margate Community Church Nursery School with an important fire prevention message.

Margate man, Somers Point woman vie for commissioner at-large seat

Here's a preview of the candidates running for Atlantic County Commissioner at-large.

Longport surveys residents about adding 2 padel courts to recreation complex

Online survey asks Longport residents if they prefer tennis, pickleball or padel.

Ventnor does its part to reduce microplastic pollution

The ordinance requires building contractors to employ microplastic pollution containment procedures.

Downbeach rolls out the red carpet for Wounded Warrior Week family

Downbeach residents turn out Tuesday, Sept. 24, to welcome a wounded warrior and his family for a weeklong vacation at …

Longport switches employee health benefits provider

Longport is leaving the NJ State Health Benefits Plan for lower costs offered by a regional health benefits fund.

Downbeach gears up for Wounded Warrior Week welcome parade

U.S. Air Force MSgt. Roger Hopkins and his family will roll into Ventnor 5 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 24.

Time to start planning your fall community Beach Sweep

Voluneers band together twice a year to rid the beaches of trash and debris. The next Beach Sweep will be …

Atlantic County Surf Fishing Derby starts Sept. 23

Anglers must have municipal permits to drive on the beach.

National Weather Service announces coastal flooding advisories through Friday evening

The forecast calls for increasingly severe coastal flooding conditions through the next four high-tide cycles.

Ventnor informs residents about ongoing capital projects

The City of Ventnor is in the midst of several capital improvement projects.

Downbeach towns oppose Executive Order REAL Rules

A final virtual public hearing on the DEP's proposed REAL rules will be held Thursday, Sept. 19.

Ventnor promotes first woman to leadership position in Police Department

In addition, the mayor promoted Mark Suprun as lieutenant and swore-in Pastor Lou Strugala as chaplain.

Downbeach Seafood Festival offers bounty of the sea and more

The Downbeach Seafood Festival continues on Sunday, Sept. 15.

Ventnor introduces ordinance to control microplastics contamination

The ordinance would control the proliferation of microplastic pollution in the ground and in stormwater management system.

Resident wants city to break long-term parking lot lease

The lease is in effect until Dec. 31, 2056.

Margate vows to never forget one of the darkest days in American history

Dozens of spectators, students, a seagull and a Carolina wren attended the city's annual 911 Remembrance Ceremony, Wednesday, Sept. 11, …

Study will collect data about pavement conditions on South Jersey’s county, municipal roads

A van will use an automated system to collect data about pavement conditions that can be used to plan future …

Longport American Legion to honor retired pararescue veteran

The welcome parade will take place 5:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 24 along Dorset and Atlantic avenues.

Margate introduces 2 new bond ordinances; approves 3 reconstruction contracts

Public hearings on the bond ordinances will be held 5 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 19.
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