More than 130 arrests have been made statewide on individuals who are illegally dumping construction debris, furniture, and other junk items in open spaces. DEP Commissioner Bob Martin says the program is three years old and has resulted in a multi-jurisdictional enforcement of individuals who dump waste in forests, parks, and other open spaces. ##
Governor Christie is headed to Atlantic City on April 20th to unveil the city’s new gateway project in conjunction with Stockton University. A ground breaking event will be held with other officials, and Christie is expected to discuss the project in detail, along with the impact on the city that the State has essentially taken…
Actor Billy Dee Williams will be in Ocean City this weekend for a comi-con type event. Williams will appear at the event being held at the Ocean City Music Pier on Saturday and Sunday; he starred in two movies in the Star Wars trilogy. ##
Stone Harbor is offering a public meeting over the weekend for another review of the municipal budget. The meeting will be held Saturday at 10:00am inside the municipal court room. The budget comes up for a final vote on Tuesday afternoon. ##
American Legion Post #198 will be providing assistance to veterans who wish to start businesses. The Thurston Elmer Wood post is partnering with Middle Township to present a “Boost to Business) event on Tuesday that will bring information to veterans who want to start or expand a small business. Information is available at middletownship.com. ##
A big rainstorm will drop about an inch and a half of rain on our area throughout the day today, especially this afternoon. Some street flooding is expected. Another big rainstorm is expected Tuesday with the potential for another inch of rain. ##
A major traffic accident Friday morning has closed a portion of Pomona Road near Stockton University’s athletic fields. The Press of Atlantic City reports that three vehicles were involved in the accident; no word on any injuries or how long the road will be closed. ##
A major fundraising effort is underway to generate revenue to help complete the Children’s Fresh Air Home in North Wildwood. A big grant is forthcoming from the State, and organizers are trying to raise an additional $300,000 by the end of April. The home provides a shore vacation experience for children through South Jersey. ##
The second of two home elevation workshops for property owners in four coastal communities will be held Saturday in Ocean City. Residents of Avalon, Sea Isle City, Stone Harbor, and Ocean City are eligible for FEMA funding to help elevate their homes if they are located in flood zones. ##
Sea Isle City has a new municipal budget. Council met earlier this week and approved the spending plan that totals just under $24 million. Council also formed a subcommittee that will share ideas regarding a new community center that will be situated at the former public school building on Park Road. ##