by shorelocalnews | Jul 31, 2025 | News, Atlantic County, Features, Health and Fitness, South Jersey, Ventnor
Two additional mosquito pool samples collected on July 24 have both tested positive for West Nile virus. The samples were collected from the 700 block of W. Park Avenue in Pleasantville and the 600 block of Kingsley Avenue in Ventnor. A previous sample collected from...
by Julia Train | Jul 31, 2025 | News, Cape May County, Entertainment, Features, Ocean City, South Jersey
For nearly 10 months, the 144-foot-tall Ferris wheel at the former Gillian’s Wonderland Pier, once visible from the Ninth Street Bridge, has stood dark and lifeless. But not anymore. On Monday, July 28, Bill Merritt, and another member of the civic group Ocean City...
by Michael | Jul 31, 2025 | Features, Atlantic County, Entertainment, News, South Jersey
In ceremonies held July 22, state transportation officials and police departments throughout South Jersey paid tribute to Navy Ensign John Elliott of Egg Harbor Township on the 25th anniversary of his death, and the HERO Campaign for Designated Drivers he inspired....
by Rich Baehrle | Jul 24, 2025 | Mays Landing, Atlantic County, Business, Entertainment, Features, News, South Jersey
Business Buzz After more than 10 dormant years, the former Atlantic City Race Course is finally seeing new life for a formidable use. There have been a number of uses proposed for the track since it hosted its final race in 2015. From retail and a high-tech office...
by Julia Train | Jul 24, 2025 | Margate, Atlantic County, Features, News, South Jersey
For years, Margate business owners have heard the same refrain from frustrated customers: “We can’t find parking.” Now, one shop owner has taken matters into her own hands. Tired of hearing customers come in and complain about Margate’s lack of parking, Rosalind “Roz”...
by Julia Train | Jul 24, 2025 | News, Atlantic County, Brigantine, Features, South Jersey, Ventnor
Two Atlantic County shore towns, Brigantine and Ventnor, have recently voiced a strong opposition to proposed state legislation that would eliminate municipalities from requiring beach tags for beach access below the mean high tide line. Officials from both towns warn...
