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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.

Ventnor approves band shell contract, announces summer concerts

If all goes well, the Newport Avenue band shell will be built by Memorial Day.

NJ Coastal Coalition unveils new emergency notification weather app

The free emergency notification weather app is available to all coastal communities.

Snowstorm makes for beautiful 'snowtographs'

Cozy-up, stay indoors, the snow will continue throughout the day.

Margate to consider instituting tram service for summer

Margate is seeking a 'people moving' service for summer.

Downbeach towns ring in the New Year with polar bear plunges

Polar bear plunges were held at noon and 1 p.m. in Margate and Ventnor.

Ventnor city attorney to review ordinance regulating houseboats

The city will review a resident's request to ban the mooring of houseboats in the bay.

Ventnor lights the menorah and shares a universal message of peace

Ventnorites gathered to the candle on the menorah at City Hall on the second night of Hanukkah.

Margate honors retiring prosecutor, municipal judge

Margate honored Joseph Sayegh and John H. Rosenberger for their many years of service.

Margate reenacts the birth of Jesus

The live nativity scene was repeated several times through the evening.

Longtime Public Works employee retires

Juergen Simmons retired after 34 years in the borough.

Margate reveals results of parking lot environmental report

The city hopes to complete construction of the parking lot by summer.

Longport mayor, commissioner set to retire Jan. 15

A new commission will be seated on Jan. 15.

Margate Gardens developer ordered to appear in court Jan 17

If he fails to appear, the court could offer relief to the city by default.

Notable Passing: Former City Commissioner Paul A. Maccagnano

Paul A. Maccagnano passed away Dec. 16 at the age of 91.

St. James recreates St. Francis of Assisi’s 801-year-old tradition amid soft rain

St. James Church held its annual Live Nativity Monday, Dec. 16.

Firefighers advised to avoid contact with downed drones

Most drone sightings are simply hobbyists looking to find the mothership.

Downbeach Holiday Events

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

They came bearing gifts

The event will brighten the holiday spirits for children of Atlantic County.

No drone sightings reported over Absecon Island

Residents have yet to report drone sightings over Absecon Island.

Ventnor plans pre-, post-plunge Winter Festival, Jan 1

Ventnor to host a daylong celebration on New Year's Day.

Margate appoints professionals, pulls separation agreement, sets date to close on gas station

City to close on the purchase of the Libery gas station before turning it into a parking lot.

Guardian and Swift announce re-election campaign

Don Guardian and Claire Swift are seeking a third term of office.

MBA awards Joe Tozzi Award of Distinction, installs new board members at holiday event

Chrissy Tracy of Heist Insurance received the Joe Tozzi Award of Distinction.

Borough to swear in new commissioners Jan. 15

Pat Armstrong and Jim Ulmer will join Dan Lawler on the Board of Commissioners.
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