Cannabis sales one step closer
Somers Point Council splits vote on measure to allow the businesses SOMERS POINT — Uncertainty fueled increased opposition to permitting cannabis businesses in Somers Point, but City Council voted 5-2 to take another step toward that goal July 27. Before the vote, solicitor Tom Smith added language to the ordinance recommending the city issue no […]
Cannabis vote is coming in Somers Point
Would allow retailer and distributor SOMERS POINT — City Council is expected to introduce a measure July 27 that would allow a cannabis retailer and a distributor to operate in Somers Point. City Council President Janice Johnston said last week the agenda is not official but that she expects the ordinance to be on it […]
No-shows delay Somers Point cannabis vote
Four of seven council members skip special meeting Friday SOMERS POINT — Approval of cannabis businesses in Somers Point is going to have to wait at least another six weeks. City Council held a special meeting July 7 to introduce an ordinance that would allow for a cannabis retailer and distributor to open in the […]
Somers Point: Places to hit on hot summer nights
A few locations for adult beverages or a Friday concert on the beach SOMERS POINT – As the days and nights get hotter it’s time to take advantage of the nice weather. Living at the shore makes beach days a breeze and there are places to go back to – or try for the first […]
Unsightly barge raises complaints in Somers Point
SOMERS POINT — An unsightly guest has overstayed its welcome in the water next to Somers Point Marina and now is generating complaints. Last week, Bay Avenue residents Michael and Natalie Bailey told the Sentinel a barge with a crane attached had been sitting there in shallow water for about five weeks, tied up at […]
Somers Point beach concert series begins
SOMERS POINT — Somers Point celebrated the return of its beach concert series and its newfound standing as the Best Outdoor Concert Series in America on June 9 with a performance by John Cafferty and the Beaver Brown Band. Presented by the city and its Beach Concert Committee, the Somers Points Concerts on the Beach series, […]
Garden Club to Point residents: Show Pride
Green Thumb again having garden contest with five distinct categories SOMERS POINT — The Green Thumb Garden Club of Somers Point is once again inviting residents to participate in the eagerly anticipated Pride in the Point garden contest. The event showcases the passion and creativity of local gardeners while fostering a sense of community pride. […]
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 […]
Somers Point City Council OKs 8.36-cent rate hike
SOMERS POINT — Without comment, City Council unanimously adopted a budget with a tax rate increase nearly double that of any in the past decade, driven by rising employee health insurance costs and police and fire pension obligations.The $19,532,652 spending plan requires a tax rate increase of 8.36 cents to $1.11 per $100 of assessed […]