Brigantine City Council has adopted an overhaul of its rules for short term rental properties. The Press of Atlantic City reports the measure includes an increased licensing fee of $150 per advertised bedroom and a 1.25% digital lodging tax per online booking. Other changes include posting names and contact information for each property’s owner, rental … Read more
Animal Cruelty has landed Michael Ciarla, 30, of Pleasantville, NJ, is prison for two consecutive terms for aggravated assault and cruelty to animals.In August of 2023, Ciarla pled guilty to fourth-degree aggravated assault by pointing a firearm and third-degree cruelty to animals via torture resulting in the death of the animal.Judge Bernard E. DeLury, Jr. … Read more
A local real estate firm wants to replace several vacant lots along Arctic Avenue near Tanger Outlets The Walk with a new luxury apartment building. The Block 330 Redevelopment Plan proposes constructing a five-story property with commercial space on its ground floor and a mix of one- and two-bedroom “luxury modern apartments” on the remaining … Read more
According to an article in the Press of Atlantic City a contractor received almost $2.6 million for repairs it made earlier this year at multiple public housing communities in the city, only for its service on underground gas lines at Stanley Holmes Village to be deemed “bad work” with “massive leaks and potential system failures” … Read more
The Stockton University Foundation hosted its sixth annual 24-hour day of giving campaign, Ospreys Give, this month and exceeded its goal of 1,000 donors. More than 1,100 individuals contributed over $440,000 toward scholarships and programs. The theme of this year’s event was gratitude, encouraging supporters to express their appreciation for Stockton, its programs, and the … Read more
The Cape May County Department of Health is continuing its Flu Shot clinics through the middle of November. Upcoming clinics include stops at Family Success Center at 1046 B Route 47, Rio Grande from 10 A.M. to 1 P.M. on October 24, the Cape May County Department of Health at 6 Moore Road in Cape … Read more
Single lane, alternating traffic patterns will be in effect on the following Egg Harbor Township roadways, 7 am – 3 pm, weather permitting, for ongoing work by the NJ Turnpike Authority Monday and Tuesday: Ocean Heights Avenue – between Steelmanville Road and Blackman Road. Wednesday, October 25 through Friday, October 27 Steelmanville Road – between … Read more
Atlantic City police union officials say they want to see equity when it comes to how police officers and firefighters are paid. According to the Press of Atlantic City, Jules Schwenger, president of PBA Local 24, told city council that the new firefighter contract with the city means that after 12 years on the job, … Read more
On October 19 just before 5pm, Atlantic City Police received information regarding the location of 22 year old Jose Lugo of Atlantic City, who had an active warrant for his arrest issued by the Atlantic County Sheriff’s Office. Detectives located Lugo 1200 block of the Boardwalk. As the detectives observed Lugo, they saw another man, … Read more
30 year old Michael Ciarla of Pleasantville was sentenced to two consecutive terms in State Prison for aggravated assault and cruelty to animals. In August of 2023, Ciarla pled guilty to fourth degree aggravated assault by pointing a firearm and third degree cruelty to animals via torture resulting in death of the animal. Judge Bernard … Read more