Atlantic City - Shore Local Newsmagazine

Atlantic City conference unites national leaders against violence

by Sarah Fertsch | Jul 2, 2026 | Features, Atlantic City, Atlantic County, South Jersey

For three days in June, Atlantic City became a national gathering place for people who dedicate their lives to preventing violence—not after it happens, but before it begins. More than 600 violence intervention professionals, faith leaders, educators, youth advocates,...

Sgt. Splendor brings alt-funk sound to Atlantic City Boardwalk

by Doug Deutsch | Jul 2, 2026 | Features, Atlantic City, Atlantic City Casinos, Atlantic County, Entertainment, South Jersey

Tune In Turn On Always on the lookout for artists worth discovering, this columnist recently caught up with Sgt. Splendor, the alt-funk duo of Kate Vargas and Eric McFadden, who will open for Tab Benoit on Wednesday, July 8, during the free AC Mardi Gras Concerts on...

Exploring Atlantic City’s restaurant scene

by Marcella Curcio | Jul 2, 2026 | Features, Atlantic City, Atlantic City Casinos, Atlantic County, Food & Beverage, South Jersey

Grub Club When most people think of Atlantic City, they picture casino lights, entertainment, nightlife, and the iconic Boardwalk. But beyond the gaming, dance floors, and beach crowds, Atlantic City has built one of the Jersey Shore’s most diverse dining...

Atlantic City Headliners

by shorelocalnews | Jul 2, 2026 | Features, Atlantic City, Atlantic County, Calendars, South Jersey, What's Happening

Thursday, July 2 Magical Mystery Doors 8 p.m. Ovation Hall at Ocean Casino Friday, July 3 Stavros Halkias 9 p.m. Sound Waves at Hard Rock Saturday, July 4 The Disco Biscuits 8 p.m. Borgata Event Center Let’s Groove Tonight: Earth, Wind & Fire Ultimate Tribute 8...

Celebrate America’s 250th at Ocean Casino Resort’s patriotic pop-up

by shorelocalnews | Jul 2, 2026 | Features, Atlantic City, Atlantic City Casinos, Atlantic County, Food & Beverage, South Jersey

Visitors looking to add a patriotic twist to their holiday weekend can stop by Ocean Casino Resort’s America’s Birthday Bar, an immersive Americana-themed pop-up celebrating the nation’s 250th anniversary. The limited-time attraction features festive...

MAYA adds to the ‘beachy’ vibes at Resorts

by Chuck Darrow | Jul 2, 2026 | Features, Atlantic City, Atlantic City Casinos, Atlantic County, Business, Food & Beverage, South Jersey

There’s no question that when it comes to food-and-drink outlets with beachy vibes, Resorts Casino-Hotel leads the local pack thanks to it being the home of both the Margaritaville and LandShark Bar & Grill. But during the summer months, MAYA adds to the tropical...