by Bruce Klauber | Aug 14, 2025 | Features, Atlantic County, Brigantine, Entertainment, History, South Jersey
“One of the things I remember so vividly about Brigantine Castle was the costumed ghouls that were hired to haunt the place and scare the visitors. One afternoon, I found several of them near the back of the castle, in full costume, having a cigarette on a break while...
by shorelocalnews | Aug 14, 2025 | Features, Brigantine, Entertainment, South Jersey
Residents and visitors embraced tropical style during the annual Luau on the Bay, decorating homes and boats, hosting backyard luaus, and enjoying Hawaiian-inspired feasts. Saturday’s bayfront festivities drew creative and spirited entries from across the island....
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...
by shorelocalnews | Jul 9, 2025 | Ocean City, Brigantine, Cape May County, Features, Food & Beverage, South Jersey
Nancy Zhang and Simon Xie, owners of OC Lobster Pot, located at 984 Boardwalk, the Ocean City Regional Chamber of Commerce, dignitaries, and members of the business community gathered Tuesday, July 8, for a ribbon cutting to celebrate the opening of the seafood...
by shorelocalnews | Jun 26, 2025 | Features, Atlantic County, Brigantine, Entertainment, South Jersey
Brigantine’s beloved summer tradition, Night in Venice, returns Saturday, Aug. 9, with a festive new theme: Luau on the Bay. Organized by the community group Real Brigantine, the annual boat parade invites residents and visitors to embrace the island spirit with tiki...
by Jon Coen | Jun 5, 2025 | Features, Atlantic County, Brigantine, South Jersey
On May 20, 14-year-old Carter Doorley walked down to his favorite beach by the Brigantine Inlet jetty. He paddled out with enthusiasm and proceeded to ride the one-foot waves that the Atlantic Ocean offered. It may not have seemed like a notable surf session, but he...
