by Cindy Fertsch | Jan 11, 2024 | Atlantic County, Cape May County, Features, Pleasantville, South Jersey
By Holly Fertsch Many of us have made New Year’s resolutions for a better year ahead. Maybe your resolution is to volunteer more, to go back to work for the first time in years, or even to leave an unsafe relationship. Allow me to introduce you to AVANZAR, a local...
by Cindy Fertsch | Jan 3, 2024 | Atlantic City, Atlantic County, Features, Pleasantville, South Jersey
Effective as of January 1, 2024, Atlantic City Municipal Court and Pleasantville Municipal Court have merged to become “The Atlantic City Joint Municipal Court.” “The consolidation marks efforts to enhance municipal court services in both municipalities,” said...
by Cindy Fertsch | Dec 12, 2023 | Atlantic County, Features, Pleasantville, South Jersey, What's Happening
The State announced that the City of Pleasantville has been awarded three grants designed to improve pedestrian and bicycle safety throughout the community. Mayor Judy Ward stated, “We thank the State for supporting these very important projects. These projects will...
by Cindy Fertsch | Dec 12, 2023 | Atlantic County, Features, Pets, Pleasantville, South Jersey
Beginning December 15 through the end of the month, the Atlantic County Animal Shelter is waiving the adoption fee for all dogs 25 pounds or more. In addition to finding a new companion, becoming a dog owner can provide opportunities to stay active and start the New...
by Cindy Fertsch | Nov 2, 2023 | Atlantic County, Features, Pleasantville, South Jersey, What's Happening
Pleasantville resident Mary Gelene Briggs celebrated her 100th birthday on Oct. 28, at Mt. Zion Baptist Church in Pleasantville. A proud mother of three, grandmother of six, great grandmother of 20, and great-great grandmother of six, through the years, Mary worked in...
by Cindy Fertsch | Nov 2, 2023 | Atlantic County, Features, Pets, Pleasantville, South Jersey
In recognition of the first week of November as National Animal Shelter Appreciation Week, the Atlantic County Animal Shelter will waive all adoption fees for dogs and cats beginning Nov. 1 through Nov. 15. Sixty-three percent of American households include pets, yet...
