News Staff On Monday, August 18, a single lane, alternating traffic pattern will be in effect along Egg Harbor Road in Hammonton between Route 54 and Route 30. On Tuesday, August 19 through Friday, August 22, lane shifts and detours will be in place along Egg Harbor Road in Hammonton between Route 54 and Route 30 for … Read more
Two pedestrians suffered minor injuries when they were struck in the parking lot of Sam’s Club on Sunday. Linda Neely, 82, of Margate, lost control of her vehicle while backing out of a parking spot, Pleasantville’s Police Chief Stacey Schlachter told BreakingAC. Diane Jackson, 70, of Absecon, and Anthony Samuel, of Pleasantville, had minor injuries. … Read more
Those looking at what it takes to clear their criminal records can get some guidance this week. According to BreakingAC.com, STONO Public Affairs will host an expungement clinic at the Truth Be Told Barbershop on Main Street in Mays Landing from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Wednesday. The group’s Summer of Freedom offers a series … Read more
The state’s online gambling market set another monthly revenue record in July. The Press of Atlantic City reports the nine casinos, two horse tracks that accept sports bets and their partners won $606 million in July, the second time this year that total eclipsed $600 million. That was 10.7% more than they won last July. … Read more
City of Wildwood officials called for a regional approach to problems related to e-bikes Wednesday as an increasing number of towns seek stricter state regulation of the vehicles.“Perhaps we need to get together a coalition, because it’s a big problem,” City Commissioner Krista McConnell said in response to a resident’s concerns during a recent meeting.McConnell … Read more
The Cape May County Technical School District has opened registration for its Adult and Community Education fall classes, offering residents a wide range of opportunities to learn new skills, advance careers, and explore personal interests.The classes include career-focused training in areas such as health care, skilled trades, technology and apprenticeships, and enrichment courses in the … Read more
Drivers will soon no longer have to dodge potholes on Atlantic Avenue as “all roads are clear” to complete a long-anticipated paving project, Mayor Marty Small Sr. said Thursday.“In government, sometimes things get in the way that we can’t control, but it’s important we keep fighting the good fight on behalf of the residents of … Read more
A Somers Point man accused in a dozen thefts from casino patrons was ordered held in jail this week. According to BreakingAC.com, 26 year old Kevin McCleary was arrested Saturday, after he stole money from players at the Tropicana and Golden Nugget, say authorities. A warrant was issued for his arrest four days earlier, after … Read more
Drivers will soon no longer have to dodge potholes on Atlantic Avenue as “all roads are clear” to complete a long-anticipated paving project, Mayor Marty Small Sr. said Thursday. The Press of Atlantic City reports a news conference was held to announce $17.3 million in funding for repaving Atlantic Avenue and other improvements. In the … Read more
Mosquito pool samples collected Aug. 5 from two Northfield locations have tested positive for West Nile virus, the Atlantic County Division of Public Health said.The samples were collected from the 100 block of Northwood Court and the 1200 block of Zion Road.West Nile was previously confirmed this year in samples collected from Linwood, Pleasantville and … Read more