The owners of Manco and Manco Pizza once again had their sentencing delayed yet again in their federal tax evasion case. Charles and Mary Bangle are now scheduled for sentencing on October 13th, more than a year after their guilty plea for hiding income and evading taxes. Charles Bangle could face up to 15 years…
The Cape Express Youth Soccer Club won a championship on Monday against a Maryland team on it’s home turf. The Cape Express under-17 boys team won the championship of the U.S. Youth Soccer’s Region I Presidents Cup Tournament with a 2-1 win over ASA Juventus of Maryland. Coach Charlie Duccilli said it was one of…
A ferry operated by the Cape May Lewes Ferry is back in service after five months of repairs. The Delaware River and Bay Authority announced that the MV Delaware has new engines that will improve efficiency and reduce emissions. The new engines will also save the Authority over $100,0000 annually in fuel and maintenance.
A local winery will reportedly get over a half million dollars from West Cape May for allegedly trying to stop the winery from hosting weddings. Willow Creek Winery is receiving $550,000 from the Borough courtesy of a federal lawsuit. The settlement is being made through the city’s insurer, the Atlantic County Municipal Joint Insurance Fund.
A retired judge has recommended a four day suspension for Cape May Police Captain Robert Sheehan. Former judge Richard Williams ruled that Sheehan quote “demonstrated conduct that did not represent good leadership”. Sheehan was the police chief in Cape May, but was demoted to Captain by City Council. The decision by Williams is non-binding and…
Boyd Gaming is selling off its half of the Borgata Casino in Atlantic City. Boyd has struck a deal with MGM Resorts International, which will make MGM the sole owner of the Borgata. Boyd says it will use $900 million from the sale to help eliminate debt.
Wildwood Mayor Ernie Troiano is very upset over the way some beach goers left the condition of his town’s beach when they departed Memorial Day weekend. A video of trash on parts of the Wildwood beach circulated social media. Troiano tells reporters he doesn’t want animals or slobs to frequent his city’s beach. Huge, 30-yard…
New Jersey rocker Jon Bon Jovi will welcome Hillary Clinton to the Garden State on Wednesday. Bon Jovi will speak to the crowd at Rutgers University on Wednesday and later hold a fundraiser for Clinton later in the day. Clinton bailed on one New Jersey appearance this week to devote more time to western states.
New Jersey Senate President Steve Sweeney does not hold out much hope that Atlantic City will be able to solve its own problems. Sweeney told reporters this week that he will be shocked if Atlantic City can eliminate tens of millions of dollars from government spending within 150 days. If Atlantic City fails to have…
Philadelphia Eagles defensive back Walter Thurmond has called it quits at the age of 28. ESPN’s Adam Schefter reported that Thurmond has decided to retire from the NFL to pursue other professional opportunities. Thurmond has played for three teams over the past three NFL seasons.