The start date for a massive beach fill project in Ocean City and Sea Isle City is expected before the holidays. The Press of Atlantic City reports that a decision on a start date from the contractor who will do the work is expected on or before Monday, December 8th. Great Lakes Dredge and Dock…
Part of the Taj Mahal Casino Hotel in Atlantic City has closed 12 days before the gaming hall shuts its doors for good. Regulators approved a new plan on Monday that will allow the Chairman’s Tower to be shuttered down in advance of the casino closure. Another court hearing on the proposed closure is expected…
A move that would allow people to vote early in New Jersey has again been advanced by democrats in Trenton. The bill would require counties to establish in-person early voting 15 days before a general election. Democrats support the measure, republicans are largely against it. It’s very likely this bill will receive a veto.
A new bill is on the desk of Governor Chris Christie that will provide free death certificates to military veterans from the Garden State. The New Jersey Senate unanimously approved the bill on Monday that was approved in June by the Assembly. Currently, families are charged a $25 fee to process a death certificate for…
The Delaware River and Bay Authority is being sued by five men who worked for the Cape May Lewes Ferry who say they were passed over for jobs due to their ages. The lawsuit was filed on November 26th in federal court after the men applied for full time jobs and were passed over for…
Atlantic County State Senator Jim Whelan spent some time Monday talking about the huge problems facing Atlantic City. Whelan participated in a video conversation with NJ Advance Media this week and stated that Atlantic City is a victim of its own gaming success, and that sports betting is only one answer to the many problems…
The mayor New Jersey’s largest city says a rash of violence in his community has caused a state of emergency. Newark Mayor Ras Baraka addressed the media on Monday and announced that three people have been killed, eight others wounded in various shootings since Thanksgiving Day. Part of Baraka’s plan will be to put a…
Police responded to a motor vehicle accident in Egg Harbor Township on Saturday. A 2011 Toyota Avalon operated by Helene Goldman, 76 years of age of Egg Harbor Township, was attempting to exit Village Grande onto Mill Road when it is believed she suffered a medical issue and lost control of her vehicle. The vehicle continued…
A well-known Dennis Township firefighter was laid to rest of Monday. Assistant Fire Chief Steve Coffey’s funeral services were held at the Radzieta Funeral Home. As past chief and a life member, Chief Coffey served the Dennis Township Volunteer Fire Company for 33 years. He held various positions, including lieutenant, captain, assistant chief, chief and corresponding secretary.…
There will be no change to the transfer rules regarding high school athletes. The NJSIAA voted but came up short in its attempt to make the penalties stronger. The plan would have called for a 45-day sit sit out period and a postseason ban. Currently the rules require a 30-day sit out period and no…