Business - Shore Local Newsmagazine

Cape Atlantic Business Network turns referrals into results and lasting relationships

by Cindy Christy Fertsch | Oct 22, 2026 | Business, Atlantic County, Features, South Jersey

Long before business networking groups became common, a small circle of South Jersey professionals gathered at the original Downbeach Deli with a simple goal: Help one another succeed. That first meeting at Central Square Mall in October 1993 drew six or seven people....

From warm wood to walk-in showers: Remodeling trends shaping South Jersey homes

by Marcella Curcio | Oct 22, 2026 | Features, Atlantic County, Business, Egg Harbor Township, South Jersey

Home remodeling trends are moving toward warmer colors, streamlined designs and spaces tailored to the way people live. From oak-toned kitchen cabinets to larger bathroom tiles and walk-in showers, homeowners are balancing current styles with practicality and...

Norcross purchases former Trump Plaza site in Atlantic City

by Cindy | Oct 22, 2026 | Top Stories, Atlantic City, Atlantic County, Business, Features, South Jersey

Businessman George Norcross, his family and investment partners have acquired the former Trump Plaza property, placing one of Atlantic City’s most prominent undeveloped sites under new ownership.Mayor Marty Small Sr. confirmed the purchase Wednesday and welcomed the...

Jersey Shoreview panelists: Entertainment, conventions drive Atlantic City’s future

by Cindy | Oct 9, 2026 | What's Happening, Atlantic City, Business, Entertainment, Features, News, South Jersey

The seventh annual Jersey Shoreview took place at Stockton University’s Atlantic City campus on Oct. 8. From left, radio show host Scott Cronick moderated the discussion with Michael Chait, public information officer for the Casino Reinvestment Development Authority;...

Somers Point retail growth continues with Dave’s Hot Chicken, Jersey Mike’s

by Rich Baehrle | Oct 8, 2026 | Top Stories, Atlantic County, Business, Features, Somers Point, South Jersey

Business Buzz Somers Point’s retail market continues to attract investment, with Dave’s Hot Chicken and Jersey Mike’s Subs planned for Ocean Heights Plaza. The restaurants will join the ShopRite-anchored shopping center at 319 Bethel Road, along with Ross Dress for...

Five really bad ideas from Atlantic City’s legal gambling era

by Chuck Darrow | Oct 8, 2026 | Atlantic City, Atlantic City Casinos, Atlantic County, Business, Features, South Jersey

The advent of state-sanctioned casinos in Atlantic City in May 1978 was inarguably the launchpad of countless smart and beneficial ideas. Besides legal gambling itself, these include the construction of the Convention Center; the transformation of what is now called...