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Margate middle schoolers get a birds-eye view of their future

A bright orange Coast Guard helicopter landed on the Tighe School athletic field.

Ventnor adopts municipal budget with 3.19-cent tax rate increase

The average property owner will see a $159 increase this year.

Ventnor continues public hearing on Ventnor Professional Campus redevelopment plan

Planning Board officials suggested changes to the plan before it's adopted

Longport breaks ground on long-awaited Dorothy McGee Park

McGee's daughter Alicia called the groundbreaking "bittersweet"

Fees to increase for Ventnor Pier

Fees will increase to fish on the Ventnor Pier.

Longport to break ground Thursday on Dorothy McGee Park

McGee contributed to Longport even in death

U.S. government defaults on promise made to Save Lucy Committee

DOGE cuts eliminated all Congressional Discretionary Grants.

Margate commissioner says he will file a legal suit to protect his authority

Maury Blumberg said he will sue Collins and Horn to retain authority over his department.

Longport plans Community Day event this summer

Attendance at the ticketed event would be open to Longport residents, their families and friends.

Planning Board to review Professional Campus Redevelopment Plan

The proposal includes commercial mixed-use development along Ventnor Avenue with residential in the rear section.

Margate wants you to enjoy a Cup o’ Joe to go along with that Choco Taco

The city is soliciting bids to sell ice cream and coffee on the beach.

Longport introduces budget with 1-cent tax rate increase

Borough enjoyed a $27.5 million increase in ratables.

Margate introduces two ordinances that benefit the environment

EV charging stations will be a permitted accessory use in all zoning districts.

‘Longport Cares’ program gives seniors a lifeline to wellness checks

Senior citizens with health concerns can register for the wellness program.

Margate approves lease, revocable license for local eateries

Commissioners actions benefit Ventura's Greenhouse Beach Bar and Sunrise Tequila Bar

Longport moves to hire new business administrator

Patrick Dellane will work as business administrator on a part-time basis.

Longport honors officers who served during the Trump inauguration

Five Longport Police Officers traveled to Washington, D.C. to ensure a peaceful transfer of power.

Margate continues investigating summertime public transport service

Tram, EV, jitney? Officials deciding what's best for Margate this summer.

Carisbrooke Inn files class action lawsuit against Ventnor City over utility charges

The lawsuit seeks $5 million in excess billing charges.

Reeds Farm site of Mini-Film Festival focusing on food justice

The film festival will focus on food justice in Atlantic City.

Ventnor taxpayers will pay more for municipal services this year

The increase comes on top of a 7-cent increase last year.

Margate school budget calls for 1-cent tax rate increase

The Board of School Estimate will review the budget 4 p.m. Monday, March 24.

Municipal taxes to rise slightly in Margate this year

A homeowner with the average assessement will pay $56.51 more this year for municipal services.

Margate changes format for Board of Commissioners meetings; awards contracts

The Board of Commissioners wants to be more transparent in the decision making process.

Ventnor breaks ground on long-awaited band shell project

The new bandshell has been more than 2 years in the making.

Margate to proceed with purchase of Liberty gas station

The city will turn the property into an 18-space parking lot.

Margate school board awards $2.3 million for HVAC improvements

Two contracts were awarded to low-bidder Falasca Mechanical, Inc.

Longport seeks ice cream vendor for summer season

Proposals are due to the City Clerk by March 13.

Margate reintroduces utility rate increase ordinance

A public hearing on a water and sewer rate increase to be held at Historic City Hall.

Brigantine Mayor Vince Sera honors Defend Our Beaches NJ organization

Advocates were honored for their advocacy to stop offshore wind development in New Jersey.

Margate to honor the city’s veterans in a visible way

Banners will be hung on utility poles honoring the city's decorated and non-decorated veterans.

Longport residents mount grassroots effort to fund creation of Beach Terrace Park

The Board of Commissioners agrees to establish a beachfront park on Beach Terrace.

Longport promotes police officer to full-time status

Owen P. Kramer is a lifelong resident of Longport and is the grant-grandson of Capt. Jim Turner.

ACIT students share what they envision for the Ventnor eco-park

Students envisioned an arched entrance, native flora and fauna, and an outdoor classroom for the VECC.

19th Annual sweetheart luncheon held in Longport

More than 100 people attended the Valentine's Day luncheon at Totaro Hall.

Margate schools call a 'Snow Day'

4-6 Inches of snow predicted, followed by more precipitation.

Margate residents surprised about increased water and sewer bills

City will go through the ordinance adoption process a second time.

Margate honors Good Samaritan for multiple lifesaving actions

Patty Giegerich was sent like an angel to save a life, twice.

Trial date set for Baglivo’s Margate Gardens case

Superior Court judge sets May 21 'firm' trial date.

Did the BPU's decision permanently end offshore wind projects in New Jersey?

Offshore wind detractors claim victory in their fight to stop wind turbines from ever being built in the Atlantic Ocean.

Margate schools offer ‘SOUP’er Bowls’ to feed the hungry

The Empty Bowls ‘SOUP’er Bowl for Hunger' event raised money to feed those who are food insecure.

Atlantic County Commissioner Ernest Coursey will not seek reelection

Coursey represents Ventnor, Margate, Longport and Atlantic City on the Atlantic County Board of County Commissioners.

Atlantic Cape advises students about ICE concerns on campus

Atlantic Cape President Barbara Gaba advises students and staff what to do if ICE shows up on campus.

Charlotte ‘The Wonder Dog’ gets her own ordinance

Margate plans to allow dogs on the beach in the mornings this summer.

Margate firefighters brave icy waters to keep residents safe

Margate Fire Chief Dan Adams cautions people to 'stay off the ice.'

Atlantic County Executive offers annual budget address

Although costs are up, the county tax rate could decrease 1-1.8 cents.

Trump keeps 'Day One' promise to squash offshore wind

The Executive Order calls for the temporary withdrawal of offshore wind leases.

Margate issues Lifesaving Awards; promotes, hires police officers

First responders and a resident were honored for coordinated efforts saving the lives of 2 roofers electrocuted last October.

Longport board reorganizes, elects new mayor

The new Board of Commissioners includes Mayor Patrick Armstrong, and Commissioners Dan Lawler and Jim Ulmer.

Ventnor appoints professionals, volunteers to serve on committees

The board also awarded a contract to purchase wood to replace a section of boardwalk.
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