Final impact of Ocean Wind 1
Federal agency calls it ‘progress’ toward goal of 30 GW of power The federal Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) announced Monday it has completed its Final Environmental Impact Statement on the Ocean Wind 1 offshore wind farm project. SEE RELATED STORY HERE It is another step forward in the plan to place as many […]
Strathmere beach work delayed
Beach erosion slows, but replenishment will be late ‘We’re really asking people to stay off the dunes in that area. It is very unsafe to be up there and unsafe to walk along the sand below. It could sough off the sand face without notice, and whether falling down 10 feet or a 10-foot wall […]
With Jack Glasser retiring, Dennis Tapp announces run for Somers Point mayor
SOMERS POINT — Former City Councilman Dennis Tapp has announced his candidacy for mayor of Somers Point after longtime Mayor Jack Glasser decided not to seek another term. “I hope to utilize my extensive experience on City Council and my passion for serving my community to help move Somers Point forward while bringing positive changes […]
Veterans Outpatient Clinic is expanding, relocating to Linwood
LINWOOD – The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is planning to expand health care services in Atlantic County. The current Community Based Outpatient Clinic is based in Northfield and will be relocating two miles away to Linwood. The clinic is set to double in size to over 22,000 square feet, which will enable a much-needed expansion of […]
Unlocking of Ocean, Business Plunge are this Friday
OCEAN CITY — The community will forgo swimsuits and march straight into the ocean in their business suits Friday as Ocean City continues its series of events to kick off summer 2023. The Unlocking of the Ocean and Business Persons Plunge are scheduled for 11:30 a.m. May 26 on the beach next to the Ocean […]
Historic Preservation Society presents Strawberry Festival Saturday
GREENFIELD — The Strawberry Festival and Craft Show is an annual rite of spring in Upper Township, celebrating the juicy red fruit. This year’s edition is scheduled for 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, May 27, at the Gandy Farmstead, 26 Tyler Road in Greenfield. Presented by the Historical Preservation Society of Upper Township, the […]
BOEM: Final impact of Ocean Wind 1
FEIS assesses the effects on whales, tourism, skyline and much more Editor’s note: See related letter from multiple groups to Ørsted’s CEO. The letter, with addendum, is available here. OCEAN CITY — The federal Bureau of Ocean Energy Management’s Final Environmental Impact Statement (FEIS) on the Ocean Wind 1 offshore wind farm released Monday is […]
Somers Point looks at marketing firms
EDAC narrows choices to Suasion, Performance SOMERS POINT — The city is closing in on hiring a marketing firm to help promote its events, boost the business community and bring more money into town. City Council approved soliciting bids for promotional services in February and the Economic Development Advisory Commission was tasked with researching, interviewing and […]
Postal supervisor charged with misappropriating funds
Worked at the Sea Isle City, Somers Point post offices CAMDEN – A supervisor who worked at the Sea Isle City and Somers Point post offices was charged with misappropriation of postal funds, U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced Wednesday, May 17. Austin T. Mahan, 42, of Cape May Court House, is charged by complaint […]
FIT criticizes school chief; he fires back
Group slams time off for professional development; superintendent says FIT misrepresenting the facts OCEAN CITY — Fairness In Taxes has criticized the Ocean City Board of Education, questioning its oversight of the time and cost Superintendent of Schools Dr. Matthew Friedman spent on professional development, asking why he wasn’t terminated immediately as soon as the […]