Atlantic City - Shore Local Newsmagazine

Non-casino hotel lodging this season: Room at the inn, but at a price

by Bruce Klauber | Apr 30, 2026 | Features, Atlantic City, Atlantic County, South Jersey

Those planning a weekend getaway in Atlantic City during the height of the 2026 season may find casino-hotel room rates out of reach. However, increased competition from other markets has pushed prices slightly lower than in previous seasons. Taking a look at the...

Even Penn & Teller can’t make the passage of time disappear

by Chuck Darrow | Apr 30, 2026 | Entertainment, Atlantic City, Atlantic County, Cape May County, Features, South Jersey, Wahoo

For a half-century, masters of the comedy-magic universe Penn & Teller have seemingly defied the physical laws of nature with many of their you-gotta-see-’em-to-believe-’em feats of prestidigitation. But so far, the loquacious Penn Jillette, 71, and his silent...

Shaping Atlantic City through service and vision: A conversation with Gary Hill, co-founder Schultz-Hill Foundation and the MBCA

by Alanna Stoloff | Apr 30, 2026 | Features, Atlantic City, Atlantic County, South Jersey

Coastal Conversations For decades, Gary Hill has been a powerful force in Atlantic City, working quietly behind the scenes to strengthen the community and create opportunities for growth, education and cultural enrichment. His leadership and vision have touched...

Atlantic City Headliners

by Michael | Apr 30, 2026 | Features, Atlantic City, Atlantic County, Calendars, Events & Happenings, South Jersey, Wahoo

Friday, May 1 UB40 feat. Ali Campbell 9 p.m. Ovation Hall at Ocean Casino Anna Lapwood 7 p.m. Jim Whelan Boardwalk Hall Saturday, May 2 Freestyle Spring Edition 8 p.m. Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena Bobby Lee 8 p.m. Ovation Hall at Ocean Casino We Them Ones Comedy Tour...

Nick Jonas set to take stage at Hard Rock in June

by shorelocalnews | Apr 28, 2026 | Entertainment, Atlantic City, Atlantic City Casinos, Atlantic County, Features, South Jersey, Wahoo

Superstar singer-songwriter and actor Nick Jonas is coming to Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City with one show on Saturday, June 13 at 8 p.m. Tickets are on sale now and can be purchased at HardRockHotelAtlanticCity.com and...

Stevie Van Zandt to host Atlantic City debut of Malvado Maple Mezcal at Hard Rock

by shorelocalnews | Apr 27, 2026 | Atlantic City Casinos, Atlantic City, Atlantic County, Features, Food & Beverage, South Jersey, Wahoo

Legendary musician, producer, actor and entrepreneur Stevie Van Zandt will host the New Jersey debut of Malvado Maple Mezcal on Saturday, May 9, from 8 to 10 p.m. at the Lobby Bar at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City. The event is open to the public and will...