Jimmy Johnson’s Atlantic City fishing tourney will return, says NFL Hall of Famer
After having a strong turnout for three straight years, Hall of Fame football coach Jimmy Johnson intends to bring his Quest for the Ring fishing tournament back to the resort next year. Read more from The Press of Atlantic City.
Atlantic Cape One of Four NJ Community Colleges Selected for Inaugural Community Journalism Cohort Certificate Program
Atlantic Cape Community College was one of four New Jersey community colleges to receive an award of $40,000 to help train faculty members and fund a tuition-free, non-credit certificate programs in community journalism from The New Jersey Council for the Humanities and Journalism + Design (NJCH/J+D), it was announced on June 28. Read more from Atlantic […]
Atlantic County leads state in detaining and prosecuting, Reynolds says
A cooperative effort between the city and county law enforcement and casino executives over the past year has led to far fewer homeless in tourist areas, Atlantic County Prosecutor William Reynolds said. Read more from The Press of Atlantic City.
First Lady Jill Biden visits Atlantic City as part of “Investing in America” tour
It’s been more than 30 years since Atlantic City hosted the National Governors Association Annual meeting. But, this year it’s back in the Garden State. Read more from CBS News.
CASA swears in 9 new volunteers
Residents from Egg Harbor Township, Brigantine, Stone Harbor, Galloway Township, Cape May Court House, Ventnor and Little Egg Harbor Township were among nine volunteers sworn in as Court Appointed Special Advocate volunteers last month. Read more from The Press of Atlantic City.
Senate says yes to $100M in Boardwalk funds
Big money may be heading to New Jersey’s boardwalks. The state Senate on Friday voted yes on a bipartisan bill to use $100 million from the federal American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 to create a Boardwalk Preservation Fund, matching local money for projects building, repairing and maintaining boardwalks. Read more from The Press of […]
Fireworks, Drone Shows And Dancing: Find All You Need For July 4th Weekend In Atlantic City
Color Atlantic City red, white and blue on July 4 weekend with days and nights of celebrations that include promotional giveaways, multiple fireworks displays and a 500-drone light show. Read more from Play NJ.
CRDA members start to question just how many weed places Atlantic City needs
As the Casino Reinvestment Development Authority approved more cannabis businesses for Atlantic City, and with more likely on the way, members at the Tuesday meeting of the Board of Directors asked when enough will be enough. Read more from The Press of Atlantic City.
American Cancer Society Bike-A-Thon
https://www.cbsnews.com/philadelphia/video/51st-annual-american-cancer-society-bike-a-thon/ On June 11, 2023, The American Cancer Society held its annual Bridge to Beach Bike-A-Thon, with participants riding from the Ben Franklin Bridge in Philadelphia to the end point at Boardwalk and Hartford Ave in Atlantic City. Read more from The Press of Atlantic City.
Nearly $1 Million Grant Will Expand JOBS Program for Recovery Court Graduates
For the past five years, Stockton University has been one of the primary institutions in New Jersey helping recovery court graduates get scholarships, training and jobs after being placed on probation. Now thanks to a new, nearly $1 million grant from the state Department of Labor (DOL), Stockton can expand on that work. “We’ve been […]