Funny Farm: The Little Rescue That Could
Two things combined to make this Pinelands animal sanctuary a global sensation: the pandemic, and a bestselling book. Read more from NJ Lifestyle Magazine.
Who is running for office in South Jersey during the November general election?
The 2023 general election is scheduled for Nov. 7. As part of our coverage, The Press of Atlantic City will preview races that will impact local communities. The list presented was collected from public records. Candidates may provide additional information including links to their social media pages and photographs, to newstips@pressofac.com. Please use the subject line […]
Atlantic City Restaurant Week Returns With Really Delicious Dining Deals Oct. 1-6
The eagerly awaited Atlantic City Restaurant Week returns this fall for its 15th year, offering visitors dining deals at over 50 restaurants in Atlantic City and the surrounding area. The region’s iconic culinary celebration of its diverse dining scene runs from Sunday, October 1, to Friday, October 6, 2023. Read more from the NJCRDA.
N.J. ranks highest in U.S. for household income. See new Census list.
The median household income in the Garden State was $96,346, more than $21,000 higher than the national median of $74,755 in 2022, according to American Community Survey data. Read more from NJ.com.
Atlantic City gets first all-electric HERO patrol car
Atlantic City became the first Police Department to get an all-electric patrol vehicle wrapped for the HERO Campaign. Read more from Breaking AC.
New Jersey governor says state can’t handle NYC migrants
Gov. Phil Murphy suggested Thursday that New Jersey does not have the resources to take an influx of migrants from New York City at the direction of the Biden administration. Read more from Politico.
Biden Offers Airports in Atlantic City, on Canadian Border to House NYC Migrants
The Biden administration has some suggestions for where New York City can house some of the 60,000 asylum seekers who recently arrived: a remote facility closer to Montreal than Manhattan, a tax office on Long Island and Atlantic City International Airport. Read more from Bloomberg.
Jerry Compere to help students develop musical talent as artist-in-residence at Boys & Girls Club of Atlantic City
Students ages 13-18 will be working with film composer, concert pianist, and professional musician Jerry Compere as the very first artist in residence for Boys & Girls Club of Atlantic City. Classes in music composition, production, singing, and more will start the week of Sept. 11. The Boys & Girls Club is seeking donations to […]
The Death and Life of Atlantic City
Mike Hauke opened a pizza and sub shop in Atlantic City in 2009, but only after he had failed in nine tries to rent the space to somebody else. He had bought the building three years earlier on the advice of his father, an accountant who considered distressed real estate a smart long-term bet. Read more […]
Atlantic City needs better mobility aids for its beaches, by Michael Chait and Sarah Grady
There is something restorative and healing about visiting a beach, relaxing by the water and enjoying the natural beauty. However, the beach is not always accessible for all individuals — particularly those who require mobility aids. Read more from The Press of Atlantic City.