N.J. will ‘almost certainly’ provide some relief as gas prices soar, Murphy says
With the average gas price in New Jersey still more than $4 a gallon, Gov. Phil Murphy says the state will “almost certainly” provide some sort of relief for residents. Murphy said officials are still “trying to figure out” what kind of move will have “the highest bang for the buck” as officials across the nation search […]
U.S. lawmakers look for path ahead on billions in restaurant, small business aid
Restaurants and other businesses that have survived more than two years of COVID-19 restrictions could see an infusion of federal dollars in the coming months, as long as U.S. lawmakers reach final agreement on a multibillion-dollar package. The U.S. House has approved a bill with $42 billion for restaurants and $13 billion for a hard-hit industries program […]
Legal Marijuana Sales Expected to Start Within Weeks in New Jersey
A year and a half after New Jersey residents voted to legalize cannabis, the state on Monday gave seven medical-marijuana companies final approval to start selling their products to all adults, opening the door to the first legal marijuana sales in the New York City region within a month. In a meeting held by videoconference, […]
Atlantic City hosts summit on human trafficking
The summit on human trafficking was presented by Volunteers of America Delaware Valley. The organization has run programs for youth and addressing homelessness in Atlantic City, and has started a pilot program on human trafficking in the city, supported by a $235,000 grant from the Casino Reinvestment and Development Authority. Read More from Press of Atlantic […]
‘Wingless flights’ coming to Atlantic City airport could be next big thing in aviation
The co-founder and CEO of Landline, which is partnering with American Airlines to connect Atlantic City International Airport with Philadelphia International Airport, sees his bus routes as “wingless flights.” “We don’t think of ourselves as an airport shuttle but as an extension of the airline’s network. We are just using an airplane that doesn’t fly,” […]
Atlantic City metro area has second largest annual decrease in home flipping rates, per report
The Atlantic City metropolitan statistical area saw the second largest decrease in home-flipping rates in the country in 2021, according to a report issued by ATTOM, a real estate data curator. Home flipping — the practice of selling a property shortly after buying to turn a quick profit — fell as a share of all […]
More volunteers needed to help the thousands of runners expected for inaugural Rock ‘n’ Roll Atlantic City Half Marathon and 5K
The inaugural Rock ’n’ Roll Atlantic City Half Marathon & 5K is scheduled for May 14-15, and a health and fitness expo is set for May 13-14 at the Atlantic City Convention Center. The IRONMAN Group owns the Rock ‘n’ Roll Running Series that holds races around the country. The 5K will take place May […]
Eyeing better days, Atlantic City casinos start new projects
The thwack of hammers and the whine of power saws are vying for attention with the beeping of slot machines and the clack of the bouncing roulette ball at many Atlantic City casinos this spring as the gambling halls spend millions on updating their properties. The projects come as the gambling industry anticipates a busy […]
American Airlines to start ACY to Philadelphia airport service
American Airlines will start selling tickets to destinations around the world through Atlantic City International Airport, where customers can check in there, go through security, then be bussed directly to their flights in Philadelphia. American Airlines and its partner Landline announced the new service in a press release Thursday. The service starts June 3, and […]
Steel Pier Prepares for Spring Reopening
Steel Pier, Atlantic Cities oldest amusement park, is planning for a spring reopening. Steel Pier has become a staple in Atlantic City for entertainment, fun, and of course…that boardwalk food. Learn More from PHL 17.