Mainland Focus

28/04/2024

Recent Warrant Arrests in Atlantic County

Remember Baretta and the saying, "If you can't do the time, then don't do the crime." The following individuals were arrested through April 16, 2024.

Sheriff Joseph O’Donoghue announced that the following NEW WARRANT ARRESTS were made recently by members of the Atlantic County Sheriff’s Office.
If you have information on the whereabouts of persons who are wanted by this agency, you may contact us 24 hours a day at 609-909-7200.

If you have a warrant, TURN YOURSELF IN NOW, or we will come for you and make you famous BELOW:

Apr 01​ Arthur Wageley, 34, a resident of Egg Harbor Twp., was arrested in Atlantic City by S/O J. Marin on non-support in the amount of $5,756.35.

Apr 01​ Anthony Wright, 47, a resident of Absecon, was arrested in Atlantic City by S/O J. Gerner on a municipal warrant issued by Trenton in the amount of $600.00.

Apr 02​ Michael A. Alverez, 42, a resident of Atlantic City, was arrested in Atlantic City by Det. S. Jinks, S/O J. Gallagher, and S/O K. Borlandoe on a Superior Court warrant for Possession of CDS.

Apr 03​ Andrea M. Deklerk, 36, a resident of Hamilton, was arrested in Mays Landing by S/O T. Paige and S/O V. Esher on a Superior Court warrant for Burglary.

Apr 03​ : Jose L. Echevarria, 43, a Pleasantville resident, was arrested in Hamilton by S/O T. Hoang on a municipal warrant issued by Atlantic City for $1,500.00.

Apr 03​ Brandon L. Summers, 37, a resident of Atlantic City, was arrested in Hamilton by Det. D. Rodriguez on 2 non-support warrants totaling $28,808.05 and 2 municipal warrants issued by Atlantic City and Egg Harbor Twp. totaling $2,500.00.

Apr 04​ Thomas S. Adam, 58, a resident of Atlantic City, was arrested in Atlantic City by Det. P. Burgan, S/O B. Martyn, and S/O T. Paige on a Superior Court warrant for Possession of CDS and 3 municipal warrants issued by County Central totaling $2,501.00.

Apr 04​ : Tiquan J. Carson, 24, a Pleasantville resident, was arrested in Atlantic City by S/O D. Smith on a no-bail municipal warrant issued by County Central.

Apr 04​ Franciso R. Corriano, 33, a resident of Atlantic City, was arrested in Atlantic City by Det. S. Jinks and S/O K. Borlandoe on 3 Superior Court warrants for Conspiracy, Possession of CDS, Possession of Weapons, and Shoplifting.

Apr 04​​ William J. Gilbert, 53, a resident of Somers Point, was arrested in Somers Point by Det. J. Cintron and S/O J. Pennington on a Superior Court warrant for Narcotics.

Apr 04​ Keith A. King, 36, a resident of Atlantic City, was arrested in Atlantic City by Det. M. Brown, S/O K. Borlandoe and Inv. J. Corsetti on a Superior Court warrant for Burglary and Criminal Mischief.

Apr 04​ Harith S. Nellom, 46, a resident of Hamilton, was arrested in Pleasantville by Det. P. Burgan, S/O B. Martyn, and S/O T. Paige on non-support in the amount of $17,283.00.

Apr 04​ Shron Stotts, 33, a resident of Egg Harbor Twp., was arrested in Hamilton by S/O C. Andricci on 3 municipal warrants issued by County Central, Galloway Twp. and Hamilton Twp. totaling $3,000.00.

Apr 05​ Bryan H. Calef, 26, a resident of Little Egg Harbor Twp., was arrested in Atlantic City by Det. M. Brown, S/O J Gallagher and S/O K. Borlandoe on a Superior Court warrant for Possession of CDS.

On April 5,​ Tarik Z. Chance, 45, a resident of Atlantic City, was arrested in Atlantic City by S/O V. Pinter on 2 non-support warrants totaling $63,419.98 and a municipal warrant issued by Atlantic City for $750.00
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On April 5,​ Shaquana Jones, 43, a resident of Atlantic City, was arrested in Atlantic City by Det. M. Brown, S/O K. Borlandoe, and S/O J. Gallagher on a Superior Court warrant for Possession of CDS and 2 municipal warrants issued by Atlantic City for $3,000.00.

Apr 05​ Luis Martinez, 39, a resident of Egg Harbor Twp., was arrested in Egg Harbor Twp. by S/O J. Pennington and S/O Andrew Marcucci on a Superior Court warrant for Weapons.

Apr 08​ John Bonds, 55, a resident of Atlantic City, was arrested in Atlantic City by Det. S. Jinks, S/O K. Borlandoe and Inv. J. Corsetti on a Superior Court warrant for Possession of CDS.

Apr 08​ Durwood Pinkett, 49, a resident of Atlantic City, was arrested in Atlantic City by Det. P. Burgan and S/O T. Paige on non-support in the amount of $6,703.72.

Apr 08​ Luis C. Rivera, 38, a resident of Atlantic City, was arrested in Atlantic City by S/O K. Rolik on non-support in the amount of $24,075.00.

Apr 09​ Cheryl L. Fry, 27, a resident of Hammonton, was arrested in Hammonton by Det. J. Cintron and S/O J. Pennington on a Superior Court warrant for Shoplifting and 5 municipal warrants issued by County Central totaling $11,500.00.

Apr 09​ Richard Pugliese, 52, a resident of Pleasantville, was arrested in Atlantic City by S/O J. Gerner on a Superior Court warrant for Disorderly Conduct and Aggravated Assault on Law Enforcement.

Apr 10​ Venessa R. Emerson, 26, a resident of Atlantic City, was arrested in Atlantic City by Det. P. Burgan, S/O T. Paige and S/O B. Martyn on a Superior Court warrant for Theft.

Apr 10​ Hansel Lopez, 27, a resident of Egg Harbor Twp., was arrested in Egg Harbor Twp. by Det. P. Burgan, S/O B. Martyn, and S/O T. Paige on non-support in the amount of $8,746.05.

23/04/2024

Community Day Clean Up and Party in the
Park Returns to Atlantic City on Saturday

Atlantic City, N.J. — Stockton University and the City of Atlantic City will host the third annual Community Day Clean up and Party in the Park from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, April 27 (rain date April 28).

Last year’s event included more than 700 volunteers representing more than 70 community groups and organizations participating in clean-up and beautification projects in Atlantic City.

More than 275 bags of trash, totaling over 10 tons, were removed from the streets and beaches throughout all six city wards. This year, there will be 10 clean-up sites throughout the city, and volunteers will work from 9 a.m. to noon.

After the cleanup, all volunteers and the public are invited to attend the Party in the Park from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at O’Donnell Park near Stockton’s Atlantic City campus. The Party in the Park will feature more than 35 different vendors and community organizations along with a DJ and live band, food trucks, outdoor games, face painting
and more.

Walk-up registration to volunteer for the cleanup is available at 8:30 a.m. the day of the event. For more information, call 609-626-3846.

19/03/2024

It Will Bee Very Interesting!

The Green Thumb Garden Club of Somers Point will meet on Tuesday, April 2 at 7PM at the Somers Point Senior & Community Center at 22-98 Ambler Road. The public is welcome to attend the program presented by Gary Schempp, Bee Expert from Cape May County. Gary's worldwide travels and video programs promote the importance and protection of bees and how they affect our human lives. Donations are gladly accepted from non-member guests who attend

08/02/2024

Green Thumb Garden Club Trip

Welcome Spring by joining us! Think early Mother's Day gift! The Green Thumb Garden Club of Somers Point is sponsoring a Bus Tour to the Brandywine Museum of Art and the Nemours Mansion & Gardens on Thursday, April 25, 2024. Advanced reservations required by April 9th. Registration forms now available on the foyer table in the Somers Point Library. Bus leaves Target lot in Somers Point at 8am; returns to SP by 6pm. Cost of trip $105.00 includes transportation, boxed lunch and bus driver tip; make checks out to GTGC being sure to indicate lunch choice. Lunch includes sandwich, side salad, chips, fruit, cookie, soft drink. Choice of Turkey & cheese on sourdough, Roasted Veggie wrap or chicken salad on croissant. Please call Sally at 609-927-4147 for more information or after 6pm call Cheryl at 267-882-8355.

16/10/2023

Auditions for HOLIDAY MAGIC, Fool Moon Theatre's Original Holiday Musical
written by Andrea Zakheim-Poetsch and Beth Sanders-Rabinowitz

A beautiful musical that is so fitting for our world as we head into the holidays. This original musical is about 4 children of different faiths finding hope and magic as they celebrate their holidays. The theme is so important: We are different but share the same DREAMS.

NEEDED: actors, ages eight and up, of all ethnicities to portray families: parents, children, and grandparents for scenes including Diwali, Hanukkah, Christmas, and Kwanzaa.

Please prepare 16-20 bars of a song you are comfortable singing. Karaoke/instrumental tracks only. No acapella. Readings will be provided. Audition and photos are appreciated.

Auditions are: Sunday, October 22, 3-5 PM and Monday, October 23, 5:30-7 PM
Show dates are: December 8, 9, & 10

LOCATION: Margate Community Church,
8900 Ventnor Ave. (enter Thurlow Ave entrance)
Margate, NJ

Questions? Email [email protected]
or Text: 609-432-0263

21/09/2023

MARGATE FALL FUNFEST CANCELED

The iconic and always fun send-off of summer and hello to fall in Margate is canceled due to the looming rain and high winds predicted for this weekend.

Saturday, September 23rd 11AM-6PM & Sunday, September 24th 11AM-4PM

The 22nd Annual Margate Fall Funfest by the Bay committee will be cancelling the event for this upcoming weekend, September 23rd & 24th, due to Public Safety concerns surrounding upcoming severe weather. The potential of high winds, heavy rain, and possible coastal flooding during the day and evening Saturday and Sunday, have created a situation where Funfest cannot safely operate. The event historically has over 125 vendors and experiences, rows of tents and inflatable attractions, all of which would be greatly impacted by the forecast conditions.

“We are heartbroken to have to cancel our marquee event”, said Ed Berger, President of the Margate Business Association. “We consulted several local meteorologists, local public safety officials and experts, and although none of us wanted to see this happen, we have to think of the safety of the thousands of people that come enjoy and participate in Funfest every year”.

Margate Fall Funfest on the Bay has only been cancelled once in it’s 22 year history.

08/09/2023

03/09/2023

Time to fiddle around with the wonderful musicians in the Fiddle Club!!
Saturday, September 9

🎶The Fiddle Club, coordinated by Dr. May Strange of the Music Studio of Linwood, is multi-generational, made up of talented students and professional musicians, including violins, viola, cello, bass, guitars, clarinets, alto sax, and drums.

🎻🎷Join us outdoors in the library park on Saturday, September 9, at 10:30 a.m. to hear this talented group of musicians play beloved songs of entertainment. In the event of inclement weather, the concert will be moved indoors.

29/08/2023

Atlantic County Sheriff Eric Scheffler does really good work for the residents of Atlantic County on a continuing basis.

02/08/2023

Several local beaches are under swim advisory

Six Garden State beaches, all in Atlantic County, are still under swimming advisories Wednesday issued by the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection due to high levels of f***l bacteria found in water samples, officials said.

New Jersey beaches are placed under a swimming advisory when the concentration of bacteria exceeds 104 colonies of Enterococci bacteria per 100 milliliters of sample, according to NJBeaches.org.

The affected beaches for Wednesday, Aug. 2, include:

19th Avenue Beach, Longport
19th Street Beach, Longport
26th Avenue Beach, Longport
Osborne Beach, Margate City
Washington Beach, Margate City
Washington Beach, Ventnor City

19/07/2023

The spotted lantern fly nymphs are in gardens in and around Linwood, Northfield, and Somers Point.
If you haven’t seen them yet, look closer. They are insidious little things that have no productive purpose in your garden. They are prolific and will damage your tender plants and trees. Take a look at the lifecycle and familiarize yourself with the stages and what you can do to get rid of them.

I posted this recently in our stories, and received comments from people who didn’t realize what the lanternfly looked like at the earlier instar stages, so I’m reposting it here (thanks to )
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WATCH FOR THESE, KILL AT ANY STAGE 💀💀💀 currently in our area, we’re mostly seeing the second and third instar (nymph stages). ⁣
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𝗻𝘆𝗺𝗽𝗵𝘀 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗯𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗼𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗱 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗵𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗰𝘂𝗹𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗼𝗶𝗹, 𝗻𝗲𝗲𝗺 𝗼𝗶𝗹 (𝗻𝗼𝘁𝗲 𝗽𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗮𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗯𝗲𝗲𝘀), 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗶𝗻𝘀𝗲𝗰𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗱𝗮𝗹 𝘀𝗼𝗮𝗽 (𝗱𝗼 𝗡𝗢𝗧 𝘂𝘀𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗵𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗺𝗮𝗱𝗲 𝘀𝘁𝘂𝗳𝗳; 𝗜 𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗻𝗱 𝗽𝘂𝗿𝗰𝗵𝗮𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗻𝘆𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗢𝗠𝗥𝗜 𝗰𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗶𝗳𝗶𝗲𝗱). 𝙖𝙛𝙩𝙚𝙧 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙣𝙮𝙢𝙥𝙝 𝙨𝙩𝙖𝙜𝙚, 𝙡𝙖𝙣𝙩𝙚𝙧𝙣𝙛𝙡𝙮 𝙖𝙧𝙚 𝙫𝙚𝙧𝙮 𝙝𝙖𝙧𝙙 𝙩𝙤 𝙘𝙤𝙣𝙩𝙧𝙤𝙡. ⁣
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get them while they’re young, folks 😅☠️

13/07/2023

Make some plans and have some fun!

check out what’s happening in the area this weekend.

WEEKEND PREVIEW:

_______ Stand Up 4 Autism 13
Tonight! (Thursday); 5:30-10pm
Seaview Hotel & Resort
Rich Vos will be taking the stage for the 22nd annual event benefitting FACES 4 Autism. Great comedy, a delicious buffet, and basket raffles all benefiting a good cause! Donate or purchase tickets at this link:
www.givebutter.com/Standupforautism13

_______ 148th Our Lady Of Mt Carmel Festival
Now through Sunday (times vary)
The Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Society, Hammonton, NJ
Longest running Italian festival in the country! Delicious food, live music, carnival rides, and memories to be made for the whole family. For the complete schedule of events, visit: https://www.mountcarmelsociety.org/feast-week

________ Rhythm in the Park Concert Series
Friday, 7pm
J. Lincoln Amphitheater, Tony Canale Park
Come enjoy the live performance by Pour Mouth Henry, hosted by Egg Harbor Township Parks & Recreation

________ Somers Point Beach Concert Series: MARDI GRAS IN JULY STARRING JAMES ANDREWS
Friday, 7 pm
Avenue Beach, Somers Point
From “trombone shorty” and “treme” tv musical family Joe Krown tribute to Dr John, professor longhair Allen Toussaint & James Booker

________ Community Farmers Market
Saturday, 9am-Noon
Atlantic Christian School
Featuring a diverse lineup of local farmers, food vendors, artists, and crafters. Immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere as you explore the bountiful array of farm-fresh produce and artisanal foods, alongside unique handmade creations.

________ 42nd Annual Avalon Five-Miler and 2-mile Walk
Saturday, July 15; 8am
Avalon Community Hall, Avalon
Benefitting Contact Cape-Atlantic, enjoy a five mile run through the streets of Avalon starting at Community Hall (30th & Avalon Avenue) and finishing on the boardwalk
To register, visit: contactcapeatlantic.org

12/07/2023

Outstanding effort by the U.S. Coast Guard to help the passengers have a safe outcome after a dangerous fire onboard.

08/07/2023

Calling All Green Thumbs

Sunday, July 9 is the Little Gardens of Atlantic County annual tour. Walk through nine fabulous gardens, including the Linwood Arboretum where you can see and experience all the possibilities and ideas a South Jersey garden can be. The ticket is $15 and supports civic and environmental causes. The first stop is the Linwood Arboretum and you may purchase tickets there or at Lang's Garden Center, Joe's Garden Center or Bob's Garden Center. For more info call Janet at 609-226-6596 or Jean at 609-927-4961. It is a rain-or-shine event from 9 am-3pm with gardens in Linwood, Northfield, Galloway, EHT, and Mays Landing.

06/07/2023

Desperate Search for Missing Woman

If you have any information or have seen this woman in the last 24 hours, please call the police immediately

28/06/2023

Mainland Grad Heading to World Championships

Destin Lasco, of Linwood, a Mainland grad and a member of the University of California Bears swim team will be swimming in the 2023 World Aquatics Championships in Fukuoka, Japan. The competition is July 14-July 30. He will be a member of the U.S. 4 x 100 m relay team. Congratulations Destin!!

19/06/2023

Come out and Celebrate!

Tuesday, June 20, at Northfield City Hall, show some love for the new Miss New Jersey, Victoria Mozitis. A 2019 graduate of MRHS, Victoria will be representing the Garden State in the upcoming Miss America pageant.

A sweet girl from Northfield: definitely a reason to celebrate. A parade will begin at Kensington Furniture on Tilton Road and proceed to Northfield City Hall (1600 Shore Road) at 7 p.m.

19/06/2023

Bring the Kids and Have Fun

Saturday is the annual Arts in the Park at Kennedy Park in Somers Point. Activities are planned throughout the day to exercise your creative side, enjoy music, and grab something to eat while enjoying the breeze and atmosphere. Kids will be painting shells and there will be face painting as well, 10 am to 4 pm, mark your calender.

19/05/2023

Relay for Life Linwood

The location is new but the celebration of cancer survivors and their caretakers is the same. Head to the Tony Canale Training Center Saturday, May 20 for an inspirational day. The American Cancer Society Relay for Life is a very special event. All of our lives have been touched in some way by cancer. Celebrate those fighting, the caretakers and remember the loved ones lost while raising money to fight this disease. Huge steps have been made, help make more strides possible.

American Cancer Society’s Relay for Life May 20 in Egg Harbor Twp.

EGG HARBOR TWP., NJ – Mark your calendar for the American Cancer Society Relay for Life of Linwood at the Anthony “Tony” Canale Training Center, 5033 English Creek Ave., Egg Harbor Twp., NJ (next to the EHT Community Center). The family-friendly event will take place from 12 noon to 10 p.m. on Saturday, May 20.



Relay for Life raises funds for the fight against cancer. Cancer survivors are the guests of honor. They along with their caregivers will be featured at the opening ceremonies, in Survivor and Caregiver Laps around the track, and with a complimentary lunch reception. Frankie LaSasso, the young son of Ocean City football assistant coach Frank LaSasso, will be the Survivor Speaker. His father will be the caregiver speaker. The Healthcare Champion speaker will be Dr. James C. Wurzer, a radiation oncologist at AtlantiCare, which is Presenting Sponsor of the event. Noley Schenck, a sophomore at Ocean City High School, will sing the national anthem. NorEasterNick also will make a special apperance from 12 noon to 2 pm.



This year’s theme is “Every Step Brings Hope.” Throughout the event, participants walk around the track to raise money for cancer. Miss New Jersey Augostina Mallous will judge a special “Show Us Your Shoes” lap at 3 pm. Participants are encouraged to bring a pair of decorated shoes for the competition.



In addition, there will be food trucks, vendors and activities for all ages. Activities include the Blacktop Villains Car Show (12 noon – 3 pm), firetrucks, Zumba, Yoga, donut eating contest, wing eating contest, themed laps, and more. A special highlight is the Luminaria candlelight ceremony to honor survivors and to remember those lost to cancer. Luminaria candles line the track with names and pictures of loved ones. A full schedule of activities will be posted closer to the event at RelayforLife.org/LinwoodNJ.



Relay for Life is open to anyone who wants to participate. Volunteers of all ages are welcome. To find out more about Relay for Life, to register a team or to purchase a luminaria, please visit www.RelayForLife.org/LinwoodNJ, or email [email protected]. For questions, call/text Karen at (609) 432-1836.

09/05/2023

Tryouts for Margate Lifeguards

Great article on Downbeach.com about the upcoming lifeguard tryouts in Margate. Click here to see the date, time, and what aspiring lifeguards should know.

By NANETTE LoBIONDO GALLOWAY MARGATE – The Margate Beach Patrol will be holding lifeguard tryouts 8:30 a.m. Saturday, June 10 at Beach Patrol Headquarters on Decatur Avenue. The tryouts will provide the Beach Patrol with Read more…

06/05/2023

Northfield PD Assist in Drug Bust

Kudos to Northfield PD

The Crime Suppression Unit South of the New Jersey State Police and the Northfield Police Department’s Criminal Investigations Division conducted a three-month-long narcotics
investigation into a residence in the 400 block of Fairbanks Avenue in Northfield after learning that the occupants were distributing L*D and Psilocybin mushrooms. On Wednesday, 5/3/23, a
search warrant was executed by the New Jersey State Police Crime Suppression Unit South, the Northfield Police Department, NJSP T.E.A.M.S unit, and a K-9 Stafford Township Police unit.

Arrested at the home were Daniel G. Harvey, 21, of Northfield, and Alma Janson, 20, of Somers Point.

The search warrant resulted in the seizure of a fully loaded 9mm, P80 Privately Manufactured Firearm (ghost gun), a fully loaded 9mm Baretta Firearm, a fully loaded 50-round magazine
drum, hollow point ammunition, 10 ounces of Psilocybin mushrooms, 10 grams of L*D, over $10,000.00 in U.S. currency, a money counter, scales, and drug paraphernalia.

Detective Ramon Ortiz of the New Jersey State Police Crime Suppression Unit and Det. Keith Lyons of the Northfield Police Department initiated the investigation.

Harvey and Janson were charged with numerous weapons and CDS offenses and were subsequently transported and lodged in the Atlantic County Justice Facility.

22/04/2023

EARTH DAY

Let's all try to remember that each person can do their part to help improve the environment in their corner of the planet. Recycle, turn off the water, carry water in your reusable bottle, plant a tree, or use LED lights in your home. It all adds up.

Sunday is the ACUA annual Earth Day Celebration at the Environmental Park from 10 am-4 pm. It's free, fun, and very informative.

The Atlantic County Utilities Authority (ACUA) invites the community to join them for their 31st Annual Earth Day Festival on Sunday, April 23, 2023, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., at the Environmental Park at 6700 Delilah Road in Egg Harbor Township, NJ.

ACUA’s annual festival is the largest and longest-running Earth Day Festival in South Jersey. The Authority expects to welcome around 10,000 guests for the celebration of our collective home, Earth.

The festival will include more than 150 local vendors, crafters, exhibitors, interactive entertainers, and musicians. ACUA’s Earth Day offers a range of activities for all ages. Visitors can tour ACUA’s Recycling Center, take a hayride to the top of Atlantic County’s landfill, and take a free shuttle to tour the wastewater treatment plant while learning how wind turbines and solar panels help to power the treatment process. Other fun activities for kids include Touch-A-Truck, interactive performances, live animal shows, and a petting zoo. There will also be free seeds and seedlings, composting demonstrations, a guided tour through the native plant garden, mini yoga sessions, and a sound bowl session. It is a perfect opportunity to learn about the environment while having fun and enjoying the day with family and friends.

Free workshops are scheduled throughout the day covering various topics including canine interactions for children, an introduction to homesteading, frogs, and toads of South Jersey, an informational session about the spotted lanternfly, an overview of the Stockton University Maple Project, and a rain barrel demonstration.

“We look forward to welcoming everyone to celebrate Earth Day with us again this year,” said ACUA President Rick Dovey. “The celebration has grown each year with help from community partners and thanks to the enthusiasm of our visitors. The event helps to instill an appreciation for the environment, educates the community about the important work we do here at ACUA, and highlights the accomplishments of many community groups and organizations in our area.”

14/04/2023

After a few days of warm weather, it's time to start thinking about summer and the beach. Whether your beach is Ventnor, Margate, or Longport, now is the time to pick up your tags at pre-season rates.

Beach tags for Ventnor, Margate and Longport can be purchased at discounted rates before the start of the summer season. All towns require beach badges from Memorial Day through Labor Day. Ventnor Beach badges are Read more…

01/04/2023

Grand Re-opening Moved to Sunday:

Celebrate the grand re-opening of the playground at Birch Grove Park and enjoy the movie "Hop." Festivities begin at 1:30 p.m. at the playground, Sunday, April 2.

28/03/2023

The Planets Align This Week

Keep looking up and you might just catch a rather rare sight as five planets-Mercury, Jupiter, Venus, Uranus, and Mars will line up near the moon.

BEST TIME AND PLACE TO CATCH THIS PLANETARY HANGOUT:

The best day to catch the whole group is Tuesday. You’ll want to look to the western horizon right after sunset, said NASA astronomer Bill Cooke.

The planets will stretch from the horizon line to around halfway up the night sky. But don’t be late: Mercury and Jupiter will quickly dip below the horizon around half an hour after sunset.

Sunset over South Jersey on Tuesday, March 28 is at 7:18 p.m.

The five-planet spread can be seen from anywhere on Earth, as long as you have clear skies and a view of the west.

Cross your fingers and hope for a clear evening and keep your eyes on the sky.

27/03/2023

Seashore Gardens Living Center is Sold to Atlas Healthcare


GALLOWAY TWP — The Board of Seashore Gardens Living Center announced today that an agreement has been reached to sell the home to Atlas Healthcare Group.

The Board cited fiscal challenges, particularly the persistent and increasing gap between Medicaid reimbursement rates and the cost of caring for residents, as a reason for the sale.

The pandemic exacerbated these challenges, which imposed significant additional costs associated with protecting residents and staff. COVID-19 led to a sharp reduction in revenue due to a declining population of residents staying at skilled nursing facilities.

Persistent staffing shortages also have limited the number of residents Seashore Gardens Living Center has been able to accept, thereby further reducing revenues. Similar reasons were cited as challenges for other senior care facilities across the country.

“Simply put, a single home provider, such as ours, doesn’t have the long-term resources to weather this perfect storm,” said Martin H. Klein, President, and CEO of Seashore Gardens Living Center. “We decided the best option for our residents and staff was to transfer ownership to an organization with the scale and resources to uphold the high standards for which we are known.”

Atlas Healthcare is a patient-centered organization that includes in its mission to provide a continuum of health services in a safe and welcoming environment that respects Jewish values, traditions, and lifestyles and that emphasizes quality of life and human dignity.

“As the owner/operator of Atlas Healthcare, we are committed to providing the same high quality of care for which Seashore Gardens has been known all these years,” said Atlas Healthcare CEO Phil Bak.

The sale will not include Seashore Elder Housing or the Seashore Gardens Foundation. This will enable Seashore Gardens Foundation to continue to provide programming and services without the same restrictions and regulations.

“We have a rich history in Jewish philanthropy and enriching elder lives,” said Rich Cohen, president, of Seashore Gardens Foundation. “We will continue that legacy in this next chapter of our storied history. The Foundation will be expanding to serve the elder community at large.”

The Foundation’s core priorities will be Alzheimer’s and dementia services and outreach, intergenerational programs, education, and resources for caregivers and elder care professionals.

Seashore Gardens Living Center will continue operations separately from the Foundation. “We are looking forward to working with Atlas Healthcare Group and know this will provide a bright future for our residents and staff,” said Alysia Price, executive director of Seashore Gardens Living Center.

Atlas Healthcare owns, operates, and manages 11 skilled nursing facilities in New Jersey, one assisted living facility, and Atlas Rehab at Daughters of Miriam.

17/03/2023

If you are lucky enough to be Irish, then you are lucky enough! Everyone is Irish today,

HAPPY ST. PATRICK'S DAY

Go find your rainbow.

14/02/2023

Share some love today!

01/02/2023

Stop by and meet the Northfield Police Officers at Good Shepherd Church, Saturday, Feb. 25. Have some coffee, ask questions, and get a better understanding of what the officers are doing to make Northfield a great place to live and do business.