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Holy Spirit High School names new head of school

Former Oakcrest High School principal named Head of Holy Spirit High School in Absecon.

Margate Public Works gives kids of all ages a chance to Touch A Truck

Hundreds of children and thier families enjoyed the first-ever Public Works open house event that featured 15 of the department's …

Margate introduces $3 million bond for parking lot over commissioner’s objections

Commissioner Maury Blumberg feels $3 million is too much to spend to create 30 parking spaces and alleges Mayor Michael …

This weekend's Funky Pickle offers more than pickleball

The Funky Pickle Ventnor Classic and Music Festival is on tap Friday and Saturday, July 26-27, 2024.

Residents sound off about bad behavior keeping them up at night

Margate is becoming a party town. Residents say they want peace and quiet.

Lucy the Elephant is way ahead in the polls

Lucy the Elephant and hundreds of famkily and friends celebrated the historic pacyderm's 143 birthday, Saturday, July 20, 2024.
July 20, 2024

Is padel the next best sport coming to Downbeach towns?

A resident of Longport wants the borough to install a padel court.

Longport’s effort to quell rat infestation is helping, officials say

Efforts are underway in Longport to eliminate a rat infestation at the bayfront boathouse.

Downbeach shares hurricane preparedness tips with 3,000 concert-goers

About 3,000 residents and visitors received life-saving information about being prepared for hurricanes at Ventnor's Sunsets by the Bay concert …

Margate’s MBA Wine Tasting to be held in a new location this year

Join the MBA for its annual wine tasting being held this year at Memories in Margate.

Longport promotes longtime lifeguard to rank of lieutenant

Longport promotes lifeguard to leadership position on the Beach Patrol.

Lucy the Elephant to announce she is running for president at age 143

At age 143, Lucy the Elephant is not too old to run for president.

Longport Beach Patrol accepting applications for Explorers Jr. Lifeguard program

Learn what it takes to be a lifeguard in Longport.

Are barking dogs disturbing bucolic Longport?

Administrator A. Scott Porter asks Longport residents, visitors to be mindful of the borough's noise ordinance.

Margate Education Foundation to provide hearty laughs and tasty treats, Aug. 3

Double the fun. MEF to host food truck festival and comedy show, Aug. 3.

Lucy the Elephant loves NJ’s State Police

Voting is open to pick the top 13 favorite state police cruisers. New Jersey's is in front of Lucy the …

Ventnor group asks residents to help solve the case of the missing maiden

The naked statue was clothed before it was placed atop of the Water Works fountain in 1923, but she has …

Ventnor could get reimbursed for certain Central Municipal Court costs

The central court system received a $1 million grant to offset cost of hearing State Police cases emanating from non-participating …

Katz JCC rededication passes the torch to the next generation

The rededication changes the name of the building from the Milton & Betty Katz JCC to the Marjorie & Lewis …

Cool breezes sweep over Ocean Breeze Arts & Crafts Show

Sultry and sunny weather greet shoppers at Ventnor's Ocean Breeze Arts & Crafts Show.

Ventnor commissioners revise August meeting schedule

Only one meeting will be held in August.

Atlantic County gets $1 million grant to reimburse Central Municipal Court member towns, including Ventnor

Ventnor still considering leaving Central Municipal Court for a joint court with Brigantine

Children's Summer Playhouse is back at Stockton PAC this summer

Children's Summer Playhouse at Stockton Performing Arts Center

Margate JCC to be renamed in honor of benefactors Marjorie and Lewis Katz

The rededication includes fun activities in a carnival-like atmosphere.

Margate firefighters free bird from chimney

Resident Ari Goldberger milled about his Parkway home trying to find where the bird chirping was coming from. He tracked …

Margate taqueria closes its doors mid-season

Tacocat owners Mike and Randi Talley decided to close the taqueria next to Downbeach Deli, despite having a record-breaking summer …

Police investigate smash-and-grab burglary at exclusive Margate boutique

Police were called to Caroline’s Fashion Luxuries at 9412 Ventnor Ave. at about 2:40 a.m., after receiving an alarm call, …

Residents help provide shade in Longport

The residents have stepped up to shelter children and their families from the hot summer sun at the community playground …

Shabbat services to be held on Huntington Avenue beach in Margate

The services are set for this Friday and Aug. 23.

Bill honoring Ensign John Elliott heads to governor’s desk

The NJ Senate and Assembly voted unanimously to support S-2876/A-4127 designating the State Highway 42 and Interstate 295 interchange as …

Downbeach Express issues apology for automatic billing errors

The company informed users early Wednesday morning that its credit card company had a technical issue on June 27, resulting …

Longport sergeant graduates from prestigious leadership seminar

Sgt. Ray Burgan was among 72 police executives who graduated the invitation-only program.

Ventnor installs two new fast chargers, establishes EV overtime charging fee

Ventnor installed two new electric-vehicle charging stations in the parking lot behind the library on New Haven Avenue, and introduced …

Postal worker injured in fire that engulfed mail truck in Margate

The Bureau of Alcohol Tobacco and Firearms is assisting in the investigation.

Margate, Longport community groups award college scholarships

Margate firefighters award seven scholarships, while Longport Scholarship Fund awards 15 students.

Longport introduces more than $10 million in bond ordinances

Bonds authorize spending for capital, utility improvements and replacement of lead, galvanized steel water service lines.

Ventnor to hold Community Yard Sale this weekend

Browse bargains galore during Ventnor's annual citywide yard sale weekend.

Longport introduces clean and safe worksites ordinance

Longport ordinance aims to keep microplastics out of the food chain

Longport Beach Patrol swears-in new captain

Longport Mayor Nicholas Russo swears-in Eric Grimley as Beach Patrol captain.

Ventnor names a new street; funds offshore wind fight

Ventnor Board of Commissioners takes action to create uniform driveway markings, fund offshore wind fight, and welcomes Stinson back as …

PEOSH to investigate building inspector’s fall at residential construction site

State agency in Margate to investigate inspector's fall at jobsite

Opponents of offshore wind to hold press conference ahead of Atlantic Shores diversion hearing

Three public meetings are scheduled to discuss Atlantic Shores offshore wind projects

Next Household Hazardous Waste Drop-off Day is Saturday, June 22

Easy drop off procedures at ACUA Environmental Park

Retiring school business administrator plans to visit all 30 MLB stadiums

Ventnor School Business Administrator Terri Nowotny is retiring with plans to visit every MLB stadium.

Boys & Girls Club of Atlantic City receives $15,000 grant

AC youths can reach their full potential with grant from Bank of America

MacLaine movie magic moves to Margate

The director's love of Dino's subs may be what brought the production to the Margate sub shop staple Wednesday.

Margate to purchase gas station for public parking

Margate to spend $2.3 million to purchase gas station for public parking.

3-on-3 Basketball tourney honors Margate's Dr. Joel Frankel

Inaugural 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament to be held at Sig Rimm Complex in Margate

Somers Point concert series kicks off June 14

Enjoy concerts by the bay and beautiful sunsets in Somers Point

Margate swears in 2 Class 1 police officers

2 New Margate police officers on patrol
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