Another arrest in a string of burglaries. Egg Harbor Township Police say they arrested Allison Nasta (28) of Manchester New Hampshire for being in possession of thousands of dollars worth of stolen property that has since been associated with at least eight recent residential burglaries in Atlantic County. Nasta was the driver in a fatal…
A historic building was nearly engulfed by fire at about 5am on Monday. Wildwood firefighters C-Platoon responded to a call at the Holly Beach Park between 100 Block of East Burk & Andrews Avenue. The Wildwood historic school house received damage to the front porch as firefighters were able prevent the flames from spreading inside the…
In June of last year, the South Seaville United Methodist Church at Corson’s Tavern Road was completely destroyed by fire. The Middle Township Gazette reports that members of the church have raised nearly $100,000 toward rebuilding their sanctuary on the same site, with new amenities to attract younger people. Insurance money will also be used…
Residents of Atlantic City’s Second Ward will be getting free rides this week at the resort’s Steel Pier. On Thursday from 3 to 6pm, Second Ward residents can ride for free, enjoy free food and DJ music, and take part in a raffle for backpacks and school supplies. Children must be accompanied by an adult,…
The eighth annual Wildwood Block Party wrapped up ten hours of free music on Sunday with a fireworks display on the beach at Rio Grande Avenue. The event featured dozens of bands, including headliners Chubby Checker, Charlie Gracie and the Trammps. Large crowds and over 60 vendors filled Fox Park in Wildwood for the end-of-summer…
Weather forecasters predict the risk of rip currents will increase this week due to two tropical storms. The effects of Tropical Storm Kirk can be felt through today along the New Jersey coastline with a moderate risk of rip currents. The National Weather Service expects long period swells from distant tropical system Leslie to affect the…
The Concerned Citizens of Whitesboro, Inc., celebrated their 24th annual reunion festival over the weekend. The Cape May County Herald reports that a number of dignitaries and community leaders spoke over the three day event, which concluded on Sunday. The keynote speaker was Larry S. Gibson, the first African American law professor at the University…