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
Egg Harbor Police arrested three people over a 12-hour period Tuesday for allegedly driving while intoxicated during daytime hours. “Impaired driving at any time is not tolerated, but we feel it is important to our citizens and the motoring public that even during the day, pedestrians, bicyclists, children, and motorists are at risk to the … Read more
A hotel could be coming to the ferry terminal, staff with the Cape May-Lewes Ferry told the Township Council at a recent meeting.According to an article in the Press of Atlantic City the area is not zoned for a hotel.One solution mentioned by township attorney Robert Belasco could be the creation of an area in … Read more
The Atlantic County Office of Mosquito Control has scheduled a mosquito ground spray application for portions of Ventnor and Margate as part of the county’s ongoing efforts to control adult mosquitoes and reduce the spread of mosquito-borne illness. The ground spray application will take place, weather permitting, between 4:30 AM and 6:00 AM on Friday. … Read more
Questions remain about when Pleasantville students will start and end their school day just three weeks before the term begins. BreakingAC.com reports the planned changes are based upon studies that show children learn better with more sleep and later start times, Superintendent Marilyn Martinez explained. But many say the still-under-construction schedules leave a multitude of … Read more