Alisa Cooper Concludes Tenure on NJ Casino Control Commission
After 13 years of dedicated service, Alisa Cooper concluded her tenure on the New Jersey Casino Control Commission on July 31, 2025. A respected figure in both the regulatory and local communities, Ms. Cooper leaves a legacy as the longest-serving Commissioner in the...
Two Additional Mosquito Pool Samples Test Positive for West Nile Virus
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...
Wonderland’s Ferris wheel lit up once again
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...
South Jersey police pay tribute to John Elliott and HERO Campaign on 25th anniversary
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....
Amazon trots out warehouse plan for Atlantic City Race Course property
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...
