Many local business leaders will be getting a look at the economic outlook for 2016 on Wednesday. CEO of Crest Savings Bank Jay Ford will be speaking at the Wildwoods Convention Center during the Greater Wildwoods Chamber of Commerce monthly luncheon. The event takes place from 11:30 a.m to 1:30 p.m. Ford annually gives this…
Amazon has been fined for not reporting workplace-related injuries at its New Jersey plants. The U.S. Department of Labor fined the company $7,000 for the 26 instances. Amazon opened a plant in Robbinsville. The initial investigation began back on July 1.
A push to bring back a tax credit to incentive film production has been vetoed by Gov. Chris Christie. Christie got rid of a state tax credit back in 2011 when it helped the MTV show “Jersey Shore,” because of the bad image he felt it gave the state. A film incentive program that expired…
Efforts to expand casino gaming to North Jersey took a step forward this week. Gov. Chris Christie helped Senate President Steve Sweeney and Assembly Speaker Vincent Prieto reach a compromise on a ballot question. The deal will mostly follow the Senate bill but will ensure the new investment in a North Jersey casino will ensure…
The Powerball top prize continues to grow. The new Powerball jackpot is now $1.5 billion, going up $100 million since Monday. Its possible that the jackpot will continue to go up before the numbers are drawn on Wednesday. The odds of winning the top prize are roughly 292 million to 1.
Vineland resident Robert “Bruce” Land was sworn in Tuesday as one of the newest members of the General Assembly to represent the first legislative district alongside Assemblyman Bob Andrzejczak. As a former U.S. Army Sergeant, he received two Bronze Stars, one with Valor, and the Soldier’s Medal for his bravery after his platoon came under…
The Cape May County Office of Emergency Management has issued a “CODE BLUE” advisory for Cape May County effective from (January 12th 6pm to January 14th 6am). The National Weather Service – Mt. Holly office, has advised that the temperature may reach 25 degrees Fahrenheit or lower tonight and tomorrow night. Please be aware that…
Legislation sponsored by Senator Jeff Van Drew to permit a South Jersey farm to host youth soccer tournaments, as well as games and practices, on its grounds, received final approval by the Senate. The legislation included changes recommended by Governor Christie; it now goes back to the governor’s desk. The bill was in response to…
Lower Township officials and Shore Animal Control are advising residents to bring pets indoors during these extreme temperatures. This week and for 10 days the weather forecast is below freezing conditions, posing extreme danger for outdoor pets. Shore Animal Control Services is making a plea to the public to report animals that might have been…
A pedestrian was stuck by a motor vehicle on Monday on Route 30 just before midnight. Absecon Police say the incident took place at the intersection of Mill Rd. A 2004 Chevrolet Malibu operated by 65-year-old Micholas Moiras, of Egg Harbor City struck 24-year-old Tanvir Ahmed, of Atlantic City and he was pronounced dead a…