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Ocean City's Weekend Lineup: Block Party, Martin Z. Mollusk

Ocean City's Weekend Lineup: Block Party, Martin Z. Mollusk

Our community is gearing up for a packed weekend of festivities, from the beloved Spring Block Party on Saturday to the quirky tradition of Martin Z. Mollusk Day kicking off today. Free parking and wellness activities round out the celebration.

5/1/2026
South Jersey Beat
Early Morning Fire Hits Harpoons on the Bay

Early Morning Fire Hits Harpoons on the Bay

Fire crews responded to the popular North Cape May waterfront restaurant around 3 a.m. this morning after flames engulfed an outdoor tiki bar. The main restaurant building appears to have been spared significant damage.

4/29/2026
South Jersey Beat

Ventnor Officer Indicted for Recording Nude Inmate

A Ventnor Police Department officer faces serious charges after allegedly recording a nude female inmate in a holding cell and distributing the videos via Snapchat to other officers and civilians.

4/29/2026
South Jersey Beat
Galloway Man Jailed for Alleged Threats Against School Officials

Galloway Man Jailed for Alleged Threats Against School Officials

Lucas P. McCooley, husband of Pinelands Regional School District's superintendent, faces serious charges after authorities say he made explicit threats against a school principal and board member. The case has drawn renewed attention to ongoing administrative matters within the district.

4/29/2026
South Jersey Beat
Atlantic County Jail Guard Gets 5 Years for Smuggling Contraband

Atlantic County Jail Guard Gets 5 Years for Smuggling Contraband

A corrections officer from Swedesboro has been sentenced to five years in state prison for smuggling drugs, cell phones, and nicotine to an inmate in exchange for thousands of dollars. Two others involved in the scheme await sentencing.

4/29/2026
South Jersey Beat
NYC's First Full Casino Opens in Queens Today

NYC's First Full Casino Opens in Queens Today

Resorts World NYC became the first casino in New York City with table games on April 28, adding blackjack, craps, and roulette as part of a $5.5 billion expansion. The move raises questions about how this will impact Atlantic City and potential future casinos in North Jersey.

4/29/2026
South Jersey Beat
Skinny Joey's Expands to Wildwood Boardwalk This Summer

Skinny Joey's Expands to Wildwood Boardwalk This Summer

Philadelphia's notorious former mobster turned restaurateur is bringing his popular cheesesteak shop to the Jersey Shore, with a Wildwood location opening before Memorial Day and a Delaware County spot following in June.

4/29/2026
South Jersey Beat
Ocean Casino Resort Unveils $20M Summer Upgrade

Ocean Casino Resort Unveils $20M Summer Upgrade

Ocean Casino Resort is rolling out a major transformation this summer with $20 million in planned upgrades. The Atlantic City destination will debut new entertainment venues, dining experiences, and wellness offerings designed to attract more visitors to the Jersey Shore.

4/27/2026
South Jersey Beat
Two Contractors Airlifted After Electrocution in Ocean City

Two Contractors Airlifted After Electrocution in Ocean City

Two private contractors were rushed to a Philadelphia burn center Monday morning after a metal ladder contacted electrical wires outside a home on Somerset Lane. Both workers suffered serious injuries in the incident.

4/27/2026
South Jersey Beat
167 Cape May County Students Earn State Teen Arts Recognition

167 Cape May County Students Earn State Teen Arts Recognition

Following their standout performances at the regional festival in Millville last week, 167 talented students from eight Cape May County schools have qualified to compete at the New Jersey State Teen Arts Festival this June.

4/27/2026
South Jersey Beat
NYC Casino Plans Reignite Garden State Gambling Battle

NYC Casino Plans Reignite Garden State Gambling Battle

New York City's push for casinos is putting pressure on New Jersey's gaming industry, sparking renewed debate about the future of gambling in our region. Industry leaders warn the competition could fundamentally reshape the tri-state gaming landscape.

4/26/2026
South Jersey Beat
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