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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...

Tuckerton Porchfest returns Saturday with music, poetry, art and more

by Doug Deutsch | Apr 30, 2026 | Wahoo, Atlantic County, Entertainment, Features, Music, South Jersey

Tune In, Turn On Some musicians stick to what they know and do best: playing music. In the case of Amy Elizabeth, being a musician is only part of what she does with her time. I know this firsthand as I have been working with Amy for almost two years now. In addition...

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...

Live & Local Music Calendar

by shorelocalnews | Apr 30, 2026 | Calendars, Atlantic County, Cape May County, Events & Happenings, Features, Music, South Jersey, Wahoo

Thursday, April 30 Atlantic City Bar One at Resorts Karaoke w/ DJ Kevin 8 p.m. – 12 a.m. 1133 Boardwalk Nola’s Bar at Ocean Casino DJ Jason E 8 p.m. 500 Boardwalk Rush Lounge at Golden Nugget Dane Anthony 8 p.m. 600 Huron Ave. The Lobby Bar at Hard Rock Y’all or...

Campania wines: The next big thing from Italy

by David Setley | Apr 30, 2026 | Features, Atlantic County, Cape May County, Food & Beverage, South Jersey

Drink Up! Many wine enthusiasts are familiar with the great Italian wines from the wine regions of Tuscany, the Piedmont, Barolo, the Veneto, Valpolicella and Sicily. Even the most casual wine drinker knows the names Chianti, Prosecco, Pinot Grigio, Barolo, and...