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As summer ends, it’s time for young people to take flight

The Civil Air Patrol meets in Mays Landing Monday evenings.

39 Margate kindergarteners enjoy icy cold treats before starting their educational careers

The welcome to the Ross School included treats for the district's kindergarten classes.

Police identify woman involved in 15-hour standoff with police in Margate

Meagan Daleandro, 37, of Norwood, Pennsylvania, has been charged with one count of trespassing, one count of unlawful possession of …

Woman hospitalized after 15-hour standoff with police in Margate

Mental health crisis prompts 15-hour standoff with police.

BREAKING: Margate Police on scene for barricaded individual

An ambulance is on standby.

ACUA to institute demonstration project to eliminate microplastic pollution

The process includes removing microplastics as the final wastewater treatment process.

Downbeach communities to hold annual 911 remembrance ceremonies

Three ceremonies will be held in the Downbeach area on Sept. 11.

Section of Ventnor boardwalk to be closed Wednesday for emergency repairs

The city will make a temporary repair to get the boardwalk opened for Labor Day weekend. A more extensive repair …

Downbeach school districts share what’s new and exciting this school year

New administrative staff are being welcomed in both the Margate and Ventnor school districts.

'We Love Longport' candidates running unopposed in November election

The candidates still plan to campaign to get out the vote and meet residents.

Crowds grow larger for annual MBA Ducky Derby

Hundreds of adults and children turned out for the fourth annual MBA Ducky Derby held Sunday morning at the Margate …

Ventnor responds to unconfirmed report of a shark bite

Officials could not confirm the victim's injuries were from a shark.

Longport police honor one of their own at annual mini-golf tourney

The event started 24 years ago after 911, but was renamed 10 years ago in honor of Officer Charles 'Tommy' …

Longport to auction off historic street signs

Commissioners also want to install street signs on the beach side of the dune.

Longport American Legion announces this year's Wounded Warrior Week recipient

U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Roger Hopkins and his family will enjoy a week-long vacation at the Jersey Shore.

Downbeach gears up for Wounded Warrior welcome parade

U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Roger Hopkins and his family will enjoy a week-long vacation at the Jersey Shore.

Local donors encourage AtlantiCare Foundation to increase access to fresh foods

A $50,000 donation will help AtlantiCare provide fresh food to residents in underserved Atlantic City neighborhoods.

Ventnor swears-in 3 new police recruits

The officers are attending the Cape May Police Academy and will start working after the New Year.

New traffic signal planned for Ventnor Plaza location

The city will also refurbish a playground and finalize the design for the boardwalk restoration project.

NJ Governor fills former-Sen. Robert Menendez’s seat on a temporary basis

George Samir Helmy will be sworn in as U.S. Senator on a temporary basis, Governor Phil Murphy says.

Fair Warning: Downbeach towns to participate in ‘Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over’ campaign

Police in Downbeach towns step up impaired driving patrols

Thousands of people descend on Margate to see the Budweiser Clydesdales

The Budweiser Clydesdales made a once-in-a-liftime visit to Margate.

Margate Police hold annual Law Day event

This year's Law Day event in Margate included several new public safety displays.

‘We Love Longport’ slate of candidates begins Board of Commissioners campaign

A team of three We Love Longport candidates are the first to announce their Nov. 5 election campaign.

Longport mayor affirms efforts to control rat problem

The rats that made the boathouse their home have moved on, mayor says.

Margate arts and crafts show draws big crowds

The 28th annual show drew large crowds to support vendors from near and far.

U.S. Sen. Cory Booker delivers ‘elephant sized’ check to Lucy the Elephant

Sen. Cory Booker presented a $500,000 Congressionally Directed Spending donation to Margate's Save Lucy Committee.

2 Former Ventnor lifeguards to row around the island to save lives

The Ventnor City Beach Patrol Alert Team works after hours in the event someone needs to be rescued.

UPDATE: Ventnor mayor calls for flash mob-style weekend of kindness following liquor store theft

Police are investigating the theft of liquors and credit cards trying to determine if it is an isolated incident or …

Margate to sell strip of land next to beachfront bulkhead

The transaction will require a cash payment and replacement of the bulkhead.

Ventnor’s National Night Out meets its mark – creating community

Hundreds of families attended Ventnor's National Night Out event held on Newport Avenue Tuesday evening.

Longport Police issue warning to residents following 3 stolen vehicle investigations

Vehicles from Longport, Mays Landing and Atlantic City were stolen over a four-day period.

Margate approves $3M bond ordinance, agreement of sale for parking lot

The city approved a financing plan and agreement of sale to purchase a defunct gas station and turn it into …

Margate green team chairman is New Jersey’s Sustainability Hero of the Month

Scuba Steve Jasiecki has been recognized as a leader in the sustainability movement.

Police quickly recover 2 vehicles stolen out of Longport

Two vehicles stolen out of Longport recovered in Hamilton Township and Egg Harbor City.

Celebrity chef honors Margate first-responders for saving 3-year-old

Margate Police, Fire and Beach Patrol personnel were treated to a sumptuous luncheon cooked up by CulinAriane Caterers, which often …

Ventnor planning a fun National Night Out event

Event designed to show that being part of the community can prevent crime.

Ventnor takes home Funky Pickle Commissioners Cup

Ventnor tops Margate for the first-ever Funky Pickle Commissioners Cup.

Margate holds 21st annual Wine Tasting to raise money for students

The fundraiser was held indoors this year at Memories in Margate.

Downbeach streets flood during mid-afternoon rainstorm

Downbeach streets were inundated with rainwater following a mid-afternoon summer storm Thursday, July 25.

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.
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