by shorelocalnews | Apr 30, 2026 | Atlantic City, Atlantic County, Features, South Jersey
In recognition of Arbor Day, the City of Atlantic City, in partnership with the Atlantic City Shade Tree Committee, was joined by students from Pennsylvania Avenue School in grades 3 through 6 for a hands-on tree planting event that highlighted the importance of...
by Cindy Fertsch | Apr 30, 2026 | Letters from the editor, Atlantic County, Cape May County, Editorial, South Jersey
From the editor As April draws to an end and we move forward into May, our focus turns to Mother’s Day. But I find myself still thinking about April — Autism Awareness Month. This week, I attended the PR Council of Greater Atlantic City luncheon, which focused on...
by Julia Train | Apr 30, 2026 | Top Stories, Atlantic County, Features, Mays Landing, News, South Jersey
Amazon has recently revised its plans for converting the shuttered Atlantic City Race Course into a fulfillment center. Shifting away from a multi-level building, it was redesigned as a one-floor, “lower” design that utilizes more of the former racetrack site, which...
by Sarah Fertsch | Apr 30, 2026 | Features, Atlantic County, Cape May County, Pets, South Jersey, Top Stories
Diamondback terrapin hatchlings are emerging from beneath the sand and soil, making their way toward nearby marshes, tidal creeks and back bays. Barely larger than a quarter, these tiny turtles face steep odds from the moment they surface. Roads, storm drains, curbs,...
by Meteorologist Joe Martucci | Apr 30, 2026 | Weather, Atlantic County, Features, South Jersey
It’s unanimous according to the state and federal agencies in charge of keeping track of drought conditions. Since November, New Jersey has been in drought, according to the state Department of Environmental Protection. Then, on April 14, the Jersey Shore was put into...
by Delaney Crawford | Apr 30, 2026 | Features, Atlantic City, Atlantic County, South Jersey, Top Stories
With roughly 11 million active participants globally, the skateboarding community is continuously growing. Though the community has historically been male-dominated, female participation has surged by 40% over the last decade, and the industry overall is valued at...
