Insurance executive and Democratic power broker George Norcross III moved to dismiss a 13-count racketeering indictment Tuesday, saying state prosecutors sought to criminalize normal behavior. According to the Press of Atlantic City, Norcross’ attorneys say the charges as outlined in the indictment read like “a screenplay for a putative summer blockbuster” but in reality amount … Read more
Recently three suspects were arrested in Buena Borough, and charged with firstdegree possession of marijuana with the intent to distribute, and maintaining a narcotics production facility. Following a three-month investigation, authorities executed three residential search warrants and discovered the residential properties had been converted into sophisticated marijuana grow sites, equipped with the necessary lighting, heating, … Read more
Some electrifying conversation is coming. U.S. Rep. Jeff Van Drew said Friday he plans to hold a hearing on rising electricity costs at a time and place in South Jersey to be determined. The Republican 2nd District congressman also said he will introduce a package of bills designed to make utility companies more transparent and … Read more
Boyd Interactive has purchased Resorts Digital, the online gambling arm of Atlantic City’s Resorts casino, for an undisclosed amount. Mark Giannantonio, president of Resorts, said Monday the transaction was finalized Sept. 1. Resorts Digital has outperformed the physical Resorts casino for years; it has taken in five times the amount of money from gamblers over … Read more
According to the Press of Atlantic City an Atlantic City reentry services worker accused of assaulting his ex-wife and attempting to steal her cellphone was released from jail Monday pending trial. Brandan Hargrose, 40, is charged with simple assault and robbery. Atlantic County Superior Court Judge Joseph Levin granted Hargrose’s release with the condition that … Read more
U.S. Rep. Jeff Van Drew announced he will hold a field hearing in his district to “demand answers and solutions” from utility companies amid escalating electricity bills. BreakingAC.com reports in addition, Van Drew said he plans to introduce a package of five bills designed to enhance transparency from utility companies and protect consumers from “unfair … Read more
Atlantic City Police recovered a handgun from an occupant who fled from a vehicle crash. Sunday night, patrol officers responded to Route 30 and Grammercy Avenue for a report of a motor vehicle crash. Two occupants in one of the vehicles had fled the scene on foot and an officer located the passenger, 25 year … Read more
A Brick Township man died Saturday morning after his vehicle flipped while exiting the Garden State Parkway. The Press of Atlantic City reports 62 year old Troy E. Thompson was driving south on the parkway when his vehicle left the road and overturned at the 38A exit ramp at 9:30 a.m. Thompson was pronounced dead … Read more
Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 5491 and the Run to Remember Committee are looking for Gold Star Family members to attend the dedication of the Gold Star Families Memorial Gateway sometime in early spring 2025.According to Bill Davenport with the VFW, the groups would like to see as many Gold Star Family members as possible, … Read more
The Midtown Atlantic City Community Development Corporation (Midtown CDC) is hosting monthly cleanups to address the blight.The organization’s Adopt-A-Block program provides support and resources for those who want to mitigate heavy litter, illegal dumping and other trash in the neighborhood’s public spaces.This is done in partnership with the city, neighbors and business owners, said Kacey … Read more