Joseph McCarrie, an at-large member of Somers Point City Council, resigned from office earlier this week. Council President Janice Johnston said Thursday that McCarrie stepped down because of health and personal issues. “We are very grateful for his years of service and his very positive and enthusiastic role in the community,” Johnston said. “We sincerely … Read more
The Cove Beach will reopen to swimming Friday, police said. The beach has been closed to swimming due the presence of an algae bloom. The state Department of Environmental Protection approved the reopening of the beach Thursday afternoon. Police first reported the swimming ban Saturday, citing algae and low water levels.According to the National Institute … Read more
A detention hearing for a Bridgeton man who allegedly shot two other men at an apartment complex Saturday was delayed Thursday after the state requested a three-day postponement. Cas Albert Miller, 31, is scheduled to appear in Cumberland County Superior Court at 9 a.m. Aug. 20. He is charged with criminal attempt homicide, aggravated assault … Read more
A Galloway Township man pleaded guilty Monday to distributing crack cocaine and possessing a handgun during an incident nearly two years ago, the Atlantic County Prosecutor’s Office said.Halim Fisher, 25, faces up to six years in prison and is subject to a post-conviction drug offender restraining order. His sentencing is scheduled for October, the Prosecutor’s … Read more
In Wildwood eight Boardwalk business owners were issued summonses Tuesday after they allegedly sold vape products illegally, police said. Police and agents from the state Division of Taxation responded to several tobacco and vape businesses on the Boardwalk and required the owners to produce valid licenses, police said in a Facebook post.One business at 3210 … Read more
A swim club may be coming to Somers Point after council voted unanimously last week to approve its business license. “This Paddle Club has been discussed over the last two years,” Councilman Sean T. McGuigan said. “I look forward to it being built and look forward to a new asset to the community that our … Read more
In Sea Isle City, a fire damaged two restaurants on Park Road on Wednesday afternoon. Casa Taco and Casino Pizza were damaged by the blaze, according to officials.We’re heartbroken to share that Casa Taco was engulfed in flames,” said Victor Loaeza, owner of the restaurant, in a Facebook post. “Sometimes, life takes an unexpected turn, … Read more
In Wildwood eight Boardwalk business owners were issued summonses Tuesday after they allegedly sold vape products illegally, police said. Police and agents from the state Division of Taxation responded to several tobacco and vape businesses on the Boardwalk and required the owners to produce valid licenses, police said in a Facebook post.One business at 3210 … Read more
Brigantine is expected to introduce an ordinance that would waive construction fees for South End residents who want to build bulkheads to protect their properties.The ordinance on the agenda for Aug. 21’s City Council meeting allows the city to waive local construction fees due to extreme weather, erosion and other emergencies.A public hearing and final … Read more
Atlantic City Police arrested five city teenagers involved in an armed assault and robbery at Tropicana Atlantic City on Friday.The boys, four of them 14 years old and one 15, were each charged with robbery, unlawful possession of a weapon, possession of a weapon for unlawful purpose, simple assault, terroristic threats, theft, obstruction of justice … Read more