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New weather app available for coastal storms and flooding

One official says the app is designed to be educational and informative for residents of coastal communities.

Margate to consider instituting tram service for summer

Margate is seeking a 'people moving' service for summer.

Downbeach towns ring in the New Year with polar bear plunges

Polar bear plunges were held at noon and 1 p.m. in Margate and Ventnor.

Van Drew Wants Mysterious Drones Over N.J. Shot Down

He urges President Biden "to neutralize them as soon as possible."

Beach tags for Downbeach towns are hot commodity during holiday season

2025 Beach Tags make great stocking stuffers.

Governor signs outdoor dining legislation

The new law makes permanent permissions to serve alcohol outdoors. Establishments will still have to get municipal approval.

Headed to the shore during the holidays? Be sure to stop by the Cape Atlantic Model Railroad Club in downtown Egg Harbor City

The Cape Atlantic Model Railroad Club makes for a great holiday family outing.

NJ sets all-time record for longest period without rain

Drought conditions persist in New Jersey.

Ventnor police arrest suspected rooftop burglar

The suspect jumped from roof to roof before surrendering to police.

Experienced surfer injured while surfing near Ventnor Fishing Pier

A surfer sustained injuries while surfing near the Ventnor Fishing Pier Sunday morning.

Polistina bill would make outdoor liquor service permanent

Outdoor dining has become a popular option for diners in shore towns.

Haunted tours, paranormal investigations to be held at Absecon Lighthouse

Plan for a ghostly night at the Absecon Lighthouse on Oct. 26.

Longport volunteers get real-world firefighter training on house slated for demolition

Firefighters broke through the front door and cut holes in the roof of a house slated for demolition.

Margate hires part-time business administrator

Former Galloway Township Police Chief Pat Moran will serve on a part-time basis.

Longport police investigating vehicle burglary

Police are asking neighbors to check their security camera video to help identify the suspects and their vehicle.

Ventnor, Atlantic City beaches to be replenished this winter

The southern end of Ventnor and the northern part of Atlantic City have experienced severe erosion.

Fire Prevention Week message reaches Margate’s youngest and oldest citizens

Firefighters visit the Bloom Pavilion and Margate Community Church Nursery School with an important fire prevention message.

Margate man, Somers Point woman vie for commissioner at-large seat

Here's a preview of the candidates running for Atlantic County Commissioner at-large.

Downbeach rolls out the red carpet for Wounded Warrior Week family

Downbeach residents turned out Tuesday to welcome a wounded warrior and his family for a weeklong vacation at the Jersey …

Downbeach gears up for Wounded Warrior Week welcome parade

U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Roger Hopkins and his family will roll into Ventnor 5 p.m. Tuesday.

Downbeach Seafood Festival offers bounty of the sea and more

The Downbeach Seafood Festival continues on Sunday, Sept. 15.

Woman charged after 15-hour standoff with police in Margate

The Pennsylvania woman was allegedly suffering a mental health issue and trying to get to her estranged young son.

BREAKING: Margate Police on scene for barricaded individual

An ambulance is on standby.

Section of Ventnor Boardwalk closing Wednesday for emergency repairs

The city will make a temporary repair to get the boardwalk opened for Labor Day weekend. A more extensive repair …

Crowds grow larger for annual Margate Business Association's Ducky Derby

Hundreds of adults and children turned out for the fourth annual MBA Ducky Derby held Sunday morning at the Margate …

Ventnor responds to unconfirmed report of a shark bite

Officials could not confirm the victim's injuries were from a shark.

New traffic signal planned for Ventnor Plaza location

The city will also refurbish a playground and finalize the design for the boardwalk restoration project.

Thousands of people descend on Margate to see the Budweiser Clydesdales

The Budweiser Clydesdales made a once-in-a-liftime visit to Margate.

Longport mayor affirms efforts to control rat problem

The rats that made the boathouse their home have moved on, mayor says.

Ventnor mayor calls for weekend of kindness after liquor store theft

Police are investigating the theft of liquors and credit cards trying to determine if it is an isolated incident or …

Vehicles stolen from Atlantic City, Longport and Mays Landing, police warn

Vehicles from Longport, Mays Landing and Atlantic City were stolen over a four-day period.

July 31, 2024

Is padel the next best sport coming to Downbeach towns?

A resident of Longport wants the borough to install a padel court.


Celebrity chef honors Margate first-responders for saving 3-year-old

Margate Police, Fire and Beach Patrol personnel were treated to a sumptuous luncheon cooked up by CulinAriane Caterers, which often …

Holy Spirit High School names new head of school

Former Oakcrest High School principal named Head of Holy Spirit High School in Absecon.

Margate residents sound off about bad behavior keeping them up at night

Margate is becoming a party town. Residents say they want peace and quiet.

Margate green team chairman is New Jersey’s Sustainability Hero of the Month

Scuba Steve Jasiecki has been recognized as a leader in the sustainability movement.

Lucy the Elephant to announce she is running for president at age 143

At age 143, Lucy the Elephant is not too old to run for president.

Katz JCC rededication passes the torch to the next generation

The rededication changes the name of the building from the Milton & Betty Katz JCC to the Marjorie & Lewis …

Margate firefighters free bird from chimney

Resident Ari Goldberger milled about his Parkway home trying to find where the bird chirping was coming from. He tracked …

Margate taqueria closes its doors mid-season

Tacocat owners Mike and Randi Talley decided to close the taqueria next to Downbeach Deli, despite having a record-breaking summer …

Police investigate smash-and-grab burglary at exclusive Margate boutique

Police were called to Caroline’s Fashion Luxuries at 9412 Ventnor Ave. at about 2:40 a.m., after receiving an alarm call, …

Residents help provide shade in Longport

The residents have stepped up to shelter children and their families from the hot summer sun at the community playground …

Shabbat services to be held on Huntington Avenue beach in Margate

The services are set for this Friday and Aug. 23.

Bill honoring Ensign John Elliott heads to governor’s desk

The NJ Senate and Assembly voted unanimously to support S-2876/A-4127 designating the State Highway 42 and Interstate 295 interchange as …

Downbeach Express issues apology for automatic billing errors

The company informed users early Wednesday morning that its credit card company had a technical issue on June 27, resulting …

Longport sergeant graduates from prestigious leadership seminar

Sgt. Ray Burgan was among 72 police executives who graduated the invitation-only program.

Ventnor installs two new fast chargers, establishes EV overtime charging fee

Ventnor installed two new electric-vehicle charging stations in the parking lot behind the library on New Haven Avenue, and introduced …

Postal worker injured in fire that engulfed mail truck in Margate

The Bureau of Alcohol Tobacco and Firearms is assisting in the investigation.

Margate, Longport community groups award college scholarships

Margate firefighters award seven scholarships, while Longport Scholarship Fund awards 15 students.

Longport introduces more than $10 million in bond ordinances

Bonds authorize spending for capital, utility improvements and replacement of lead, galvanized steel water service lines.

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