The father of Atlantic City:The history of Dr. Jonathan Pitney
Atlantic City is more than just beautiful beaches and resort casinos; it’s a history-rich destination that holds immense meaning to its residents and visitors. But it wasn’t always like this. The resort town on Absecon Island earned its notability from Dr. Jonathan...
A giant on the boardwalk:The remarkable story of Boardwalk Hall
In 1929, the same year the Great Depression began, Atlantic City opened the doors to what was then the world’s largest auditorium and convention hall. Built by the municipal government at a cost of $15 million, the massive structure—known today as Jim Whelan Boardwalk...
Crafting castles in the sand
Sandcastles and sand sculptures were once considered child’s play, but not anymore. In recent years, more and more adults have embraced the art form, turning it into a creative hobby that ranges from simple, one-bucket builds to intricate, all-day undertakings...
The Ocean City Theatre Company invites you to their 14th annual Broadway Brunch
The Greater Ocean City Theatre Company (OCTC) is excited to present its 14th annual Broadway Brunch at The Flanders Hotel on July 20 at 11:30 a.m. This celebration of the arts in Southern New Jersey promises to be a highlight of the summer that you won’t want to...
Jewish Family Service Receives $20,000 Grant from the Community FoodBank of New Jersey
The Community FoodBank of New Jersey (CFBNJ) presented Jewish Family Service of Atlantic & Cape May Counties (JFS) with a generous $20,000 grant for the program, Growing Healthy Pantries. The funds will be utilized to outfit a new mobile food pantry truck with...
