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Boy Struck By Car, Airlifted After Exiting School Bus In South Jersey
The student had just gotten off a school bus when the crash occurred on Monday, Dec. 4 at about 5:40 p.m., according to Hamilton Township police in Atlantic County. The crash occurred at the intersection of Mays Landing Somers Point Road and Old River Road. A preliminary investigation found a...
Galloway Men Sentenced For Dealing Fentanyl: Prosecutor
Robert Gunter, 40, of was sentenced on Monday, Dec. 4 to 10 years in New Jersey State Prison with four years of parole ineligibility after pleading guilty to possession of fentanyl with intent to distribute, according to the Atlantic County Prosecutor's Office. Gunter’s codefendant, Ibin Ingrum, now 20, was previously...
20-year-old Pleasantville, NJ, Man Shot in Atlantic City
A man from Pleasantville is recovering after being shot in Atlantic City this past weekend. The Atlantic City Police Department's Violent Crimes Unit says the incident happened around 4:40 Saturday afternoon in the 300 block of New York Avenue. After receiving a ShotSpotter alert, arriving officers located evidence of gunfire...
Atlantic City, NJ, Man Wanted to Intimidate Gang Members, Now He’s Going to Prison
An Atlantic City man who tried to intimidate rival gang members by having a loaded gun will be spending the next several years behind bars. 22-year-old Altarik Hopkins has been sentenced to seven years in state prison on charges of second-degree possession of a handgun for an unlawful purpose, fourth-degree resisting arrest by flight, and fourth-degree obstructing the administration of law.
Missing Philly Teen May Be En Route To Atlantic City, Authorities Say
Kent Johnson, 17, was last seen around 4 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 5, the department said. He was leaving his home on the 2000 block of South Hutchinson Street and said he was going to the library, according to police. Officials said he may be with his girlfriend, whose name was...
Yeehaw! Your Own Dutton Ranch is Waiting in Egg Harbor Township
If you watch the TV show, "Yellowstone", starring Kevin Costner, you know the show is set on a beautiful ranch in Montana. On the show, the Dutton family home is a log cabin - a 5,000-square-foot log cabin. It's on a spread estimated at 750,000 acres. That's real estate easily valued in the billions of dollars.
New Dave & Buster’s Opening in Atlantic City to Boost Local Economy with 160 Jobs
Dave & Buster's is set to open a new entertainment and restaurant center at Tanger Outlets The Walk in Atlantic City, New Jersey, on December 11, 2023. The company plans to employ around 160 people in various roles at this location. The 21,900-square-foot facility will feature approximately 100 arcade games, a food and drink menu, and a sports bar with a 40-foot wall of high-definition TVs.
There Was An Atlantic City Speedway Almost 100 Years Ago
A few decades ago, there was a lot of chatter about bringing a speedway to the Atlantic City Race Course. A race car giant named Bruton Smith wanted to build the race track and housing units. It never happened. Smith is a Class of 2016 NASCAR Hall of Fame Inductee....
Atlantic City, NJ is The Home of America’s First Airport
Atlantic City, New Jersey is the home of many firsts throughout history. Among these important firsts, is the creation of the term “Airport.”. The first known usage of the term "air-port" appeared in a newspaper article in 1919, in reference to Bader Field. The term was coined by Robert Woodhouse and referred to the "Flying Limousines", a seaplane passenger service between Atlantic City and New York.
Sea Isle Man Had No Idea Who Bob Kelly Was When He Punched Him: Report
Patrick Iannone, however, said in court on Monday, Dec. 4 that he had no idea who Kelly was when he went to the Oar House Pub in Sea Isle City already drunk on July 30, the Inquirer said. Iannone pleaded guilty to third-degree assault and the prosecutor recommended probation, the...
Atlantic City Must Improve With New York City Casinos Coming
In 2022, The New York State Legislature approved for as many as three casinos to be built in New York City. This is the most serious threat to the Atlantic City, New Jersey casino gaming jurisdiction since the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania approved casino gaming and than expanded it to table games in July, 2010.
These Are The 5 Best Tattoo Artists In Atlantic County, Locals Say
I know plenty of people who wouldn't mind scoring a gift card for a new tattoo this holiday season. Believe it or not, I don't have any tats at all. Not even one. I'm not against tattoos or anything. I just can't make up my mind. I've never wanted one enough to have it on my body forever. I'm just happy that I've been smart enough to resist for this long since I know it'd only be a matter of time before I got bored of it.
Try getting a good night’s sleep if you live near Club Wa
MARGATE – What’s that racket again?. It’s becoming impossible for a resident who lives near the Wawa at Atlantic and Washington avenues to get a good night’s sleep. And, no, it’s not the kids hanging out at Club Wa that’s causing the problem, at least not at this time of year.
Traffic Advisory: Detours and Road Closures in Egg Harbor Township
EGG HARBOR TOWNSHIP, NJ — Egg Harbor Township Police Department has issued traffic advisories for the week of December 4th through 10th, alerting residents and commuters of road closures and…
Absecon, NJ’s Spectacular Yard Family Christmas Display Returns with Special Festivities
It's a labor of love and an Atlantic County holiday tradition: Yard Family Christmas Display in Absecon, and after taking a break in 2022 it's officially back and ready to welcome you and your family. Yard is a definitely a must-visit if you're a Christmas lights lover, not only for...
Do Sneakers Hanging From Power Lines in EHT Signify Gang Activity?
You might have seen it in Egg Harbor Township or another community. Someone has gotten a pair of sneakers to hang on a power line. Once it happens the sneakers seem to stay there for weeks, months, even longer. What does it mean?. Sneakers hanging from a power line in...
Popular Survey Reveals How Much To Get Your Home Holiday Ready
Are all your halls decked, trees trimmed, and presents wrapped? If your immediate answer was a resounding "no," don't fret. You've got PLENTY of time to get everything done before Christmas. For whatever reason, we always forget how much work the holidays are. If we don't forget that, then we...
Ventnor man allegedly eluded police in SUV stolen from A.C.
A Ventnor man was arrested a day after he allegedly fled police in a stolen Ford Bronco. Maxim Kelly, 23, was tracked down after police terminated a chase to avoid endangering the public, Lt. David Gaeckle said. Officer Jose Liriano first spotted the Bronco last Wednesday, and saw that it matched the description of one… The post Ventnor man allegedly eluded police in SUV stolen from A.C. appeared first on BreakingAC.
Atlantic City’s Parade Puts Everyone in Christmas Spirit
ATLANTIC CITY — Officials and special guests helped residents and tourists bring in the holiday season on Saturday with the annual Atlantic City Winter Wonderland Parade, led by award-winning actor Kelsey Grammer as the grand marshal and Mayor Marty Small Sr. The annual parade kicked off at Pop Lloyd...