George Norcross, who for decades had been a Democratic political kingmaker in New Jersey, was charged with racketeering in an indictment unsealed Monday. Published reports indicate Norcross’s brother, Phillip Norcross, and four other defendants also were charged in the 13-count indictment, which was filed by New Jersey Attorney General Matthew Platkin. Platkin accused the brothers … Read more
As of July 1, in Atlantic City all beaches from Caspian Avenue to Jackson Avenue will be open. Swimming is permitted only when a lifeguard is present which is from 10 am to 6 pm. Surfing is permitted at Crystal Beach at New Hampshire Avenue, Delaware Avenue and Raleigh Avenue. Kayaking and windsurfing are permitted … Read more
A Mays Landing man was charged with firing a gun on the White Horse Pike, police said. And according to the Press of Atlantic City Desmon Wilson, 23, was charged with multiple weapons offenses.Just before 10:30 p.m. Friday, police were dispatched to the motel corridor for a report of shots fired. Police found evidence that … Read more
The transformation of Atlantic city’s historic ball park to a multisports complex will begin this week. City officials announced a groundbreaking ceremony will be held at 10 a.m. Monday at Pop Lloyd Stadium at 1200 N. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.The project will see the all-grass and dirt field transformed into a youth sports … Read more
Cape May County Commissioner Will Morey has criticized his fellow commissioners for sending notice to the Delaware River and Bay Authority that they would not automatically renew the authority’s lease on the county airport. According to the Cape May County Herald, Morey, in a statement June 15, said the decision was premature, since the county’s … Read more
Juneteenth Freedom Day was marked Saturday in Atlantic City as about 500 people took part in celebration at Brown’s Park in the city’s Midtown section. The Press of Atlantic City reports Juneteenth commemorates the events of June 19, 1865. That was the day that the people of Texas were informed of the Emancipation Proclamation announcing … Read more
Low-income Atlantic County residents 60 years and older can request a $50 credit to purchase fresh fruits, vegetables and herbs at participating local farmers markets beginning July 1 through November 29, 2024. The Atlantic County Division of Intergenerational Services will provide access and information to interested residents who meet the age and income eligibility guidelines … Read more
Revenue was up 8.3% from a year for New Jersey’s casinos, horse tracks that take sports bets and their online partners compared to a year ago. Figures from state gambling regulators say the take from gamblers was nearly $510 million, reports the Press of Atlantic City. And while the casinos’ core business — money won … Read more
A pretrial indictment conference scheduled for Monday for the city’s mayor and schools superintendent, accused of abusing their teenage daughter, has been adjourned pending a grand jury presentation in the case, reports the Press of Atlantic City. Mayor Marty Small Sr., 50, is charged with terroristic threats, aggravated assault and disorderly persons simple assault. Superintendent … Read more
The newest branch of the Cape May County Library system opened at 720 Franklin St., in a long-vacant, formerly segregated school, an $11 million, 18-month project, funded by the city, the Cape May County Library Commission and county government, along with a grant from the New Jersey State Library.