Atlantic City Police say two people were injured in separate shootings overnight Thursday. Officers went to a large fight at 9:55 p.m. in the 1000 block of Sewell Avenue, reports the Press of Atlalntic City and found a a 24-year-old New York man who had been shot and was taken to the hospital. Three hours … Read more
Atlantic City Police arrested a mother and son and recovered four firearms and a large amount of marijuana laced food items. On July 3, detectives concluded a month-long investigation into the distribution of narcotics from a residence in the 500 block of north Indiana Avenue in Atlantic City. The target of the investigation, 25 year … Read more
After a much-needed replenishment of sand along North Wildwood’s shoreline, local officials are ready to roll back its ban on large cabanas, canopies, and tents on beaches.In May, North Wildwood banned all large shaders, including tents and cabanas, that were taller than seven feet and six inches or wider than eight feet. For years, the … Read more
A technical issue with the Downbeach Express’ credit card processing company last Thursday resulted in duplicate charges for some customers, the company said. And according to the Press of Atlantic City the bridge costs $2.50, while Express Pass holders are charged $1.85. Customers who were affected should see the refunded amounts reflected on their accounts … Read more
A May’s Landing man was charged with murder in the stabbing of an Ocean County man Wednesday evening, the Atlantic County Prosecutor’s Office announced.Michael Carney, 39, was arrested at a residence he rented from Solomon Lonner, 49, of Lakewood.Police responded to the residence at 789 Park Road around 5:19 p.m. to a report of a … Read more
The Atlantic Shores South offshore wind energy project gained an important federal approval on Tuesday, July 2, when the Department of the Interior announced its final consent for the project, which will place 195 turbines off the coast of Atlantic City and Long Beach Island. According to the Cape May County Herald, the company says … Read more
The Cape May County Board of County Commissioners announces the return of the farm market voucher program for income-eligible Cape May County residents, age 60 years and older. The program was created to promote nutritional health among New Jersey’s senior citizens by providing them with locally grown fresh fruits and vegetables. The benefit will be … Read more
A Mays Landing man is charged in the deadly stabbing of another man Wednesday night. According to the Press of Atlantic City, 39 year old Michael Carney is charged with murder in the death of 49 year old Solomon Lonner, of Lakewood. Police went to 789 Park Road and found Lonner with multiple stab wounds. … Read more
A Tuesday crash in Dennis Township left a 17-year-old from Blue Bell, Pennsylvania dead. According to the Press of Atlantic City, troopers responded to the crash at 5:34 p.m. Monday on Route 347 North near milepost 0.7. A Toyota driven by the 17-year-old was traveling south on 347 when it crossed the centerlin and struck … Read more
Longport’s Board of Commissioners wants to bond $4.5 million for the first phase of a lead pipe replacement project. Although the total cost of the project is unknown, state grants could cover up to half of the costs the municipality would pay for the mandated work, reports the Press of Atlantic City. The board introduced … Read more