Atlantic County - Shore Local Newsmagazine

Will drought conditions continue to improve?

by Cindy | Mar 27, 2025 | Atlantic County, Cape May County, Features, South Jersey, Weather

By Meteorologist Joe Martucci Mother Nature has made up for lost time, bringing plentiful rain to the state since March 5. That’s led to three consecutive weeks of improved drought status, according to the United States Drought Monitor. The improved status is clearly...

Events and Happenings

by Cindy | Mar 27, 2025 | Atlantic County, Calendars, Cape May County, Entertainment, Features, South Jersey, What's Happening

Multi Day Events Ocean City Girls Weekend Friday, April 4-Sunday, April 6 Enjoy a weekend of shopping and dining specials, accommodation packages, wellness classes and more. The festivities kick off with a fashion show at the Yacht Club next Friday, April 4 at 7 p.m....

Riders, ready? The Jack Frost Classic kicks off another BMX season in EHT

by Cindy | Mar 27, 2025 | Atlantic County, Egg Harbor Township, Entertainment, Features, South Jersey, Sports

By Delaney Crawford For over 30 years, the Jack Frost Classic has signaled the unofficial start of BMX season in South Jersey. Held at the Egg Harbor Township BMX track, this annual event brings together riders of all ages, from first-time racers to seasoned pros, all...

Aquarium reopening: A great day for Atlantic City

by Cindy | Mar 27, 2025 | Atlantic City, Atlantic County, Features, South Jersey

Business Buzz By Rich Baehrle Atlantic City Mayor Marty Small often opens events by saying, “It is a great day in Atlantic City; Can we say great day?” Tuesday was no different as the resort celebrated the grand reopening of the Atlantic City Aquarium after a...

Make a wish upon a dandelion

by Cindy | Mar 27, 2025 | Atlantic County, Cape May County, Editorial, Gardening, South Jersey

Let It Grow By Tammy Thornton When most people see a dandelion, they either love it or hate it. Children and those of us who are young at heart can’t resist picking a dandelion that has gone to seed and blowing its parasols into the air. But if your weekend goals...

Local trio excels in boxing card at Tropicana

by Cindy | Mar 27, 2025 | Atlantic City, Atlantic County, Features, South Jersey, Sports

By David Weinberg Pleasantville boxing trainer Julio Sanchez has been fighting a cold for a few weeks. He found the perfect remedy at Tropicana Atlantic City last Saturday. Sanchez was in great spirits great after guiding his son, Julio Sanchez III, and heavyweight...