Casino workers’ fight against indoor smoking heads back to court
For three decades, Pete Naccarelli has worked as a dealer at Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa, spending a majority of that time surrounded by cigarette smoke. He started in the industry at age 18, long before the dangers of secondhand smoke were widely discussed. “When...
Single mothers find community, hope at She Thrives
Family Tides When She Thrives launched one year ago, the organization set out to do something simple but powerful — nurture the nurturers and empower women navigating the challenges of single motherhood. But they are far from alone: In 2023, there were about 7.3...
Research sheds new light on Atlantic County Revolutionary War heritage
Many locals know that the War for Independence made its mark right here in Atlantic County. The 1778 Battle of Chestnut Neck near Port Republic has forever cemented our local claim to Revolutionary War lineage. But whether the contributions of our brave freedom...
Margate moves forward with $4.2M bond to fund school roof, solar and PAC upgrades
Margate’s Board of Commissioners introduced a $4.2 million school bond ordinance aimed at funding three major capital improvement projects across the city’s public schools. The ordinance was introduced during the commissioners’ meeting on Thursday, Feb. 5, following...
Eagles offseason off to rough start
Last week was rough for the Philadelphia Eagles. It was bad enough they had to sit home for the Super Bowl and watch the Seattle Seahawks’ 29-13 victory over the New England Patriots. Days earlier, they also lost longtime offensive line coach and run game coordinator...
