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Power Outages in Margate, Longport and Beyond

Kyle McCann — Wed, 06 Mar 2013 21:55:37 +0000

Lite Rock Morning Show host Eddie Davis snapped this photo moments ago in Longport, where he says it appears power is out across the town. Eddie says power is also out in much of Margate. We imagine it’s also out throughout most of coastal Cape May and Atlantic County. [button href="http://literock969.com/share-your-storm-photos/" title="CLICK HERE TO SHARE [...]

Toys for Tots Drop-off Locations in Atlantic County

Kyle McCann — Wed, 28 Nov 2012 20:12:49 +0000

Below are all the locations throughout Atlantic County where you can drop off a new or gently used toy for a child in need this holiday season. Absecon: Ocean City Home Bank, 778 White Horse Pike Atlantic City: The Pier Shops at Caesars Egg Harbor City: Ocean City Home Bank, 801 White Horse Pike Egg [...]

Mandatory Evacuation of Atlantic County Barrier Islands; Casinos Closing

Chris Coleman — Sat, 27 Oct 2012 15:35:06 +0000

A mandatory evacuation order is now in effect for all Atlantic County barrier islands as of 8AM Sunday morning. This evacuation order covers residents and visitors. Also, people who live in flood prone areas of Atlantic County are urged to seek shelter before the onset of the storm. The casinos in Atlantic City will be [...]

Atlantic County Declares State of Emergency Ahead of Storm

Dave Polaski — Sat, 27 Oct 2012 11:54:02 +0000

[button href="http://nj1015.com/category/sandy/" title="FULL COVERAGE: Sandy Hits New Jersey" align="center"] Atlantic County has declared a state of emergency as Tropical Storm Sandy continues to churn toward New Jersey. The declaration, which took effect at 6 AM Saturday, allows officials to employ resources and assets necessary to prepare for — and respond to — the impending storm. [...]

Why the New EHT-Northfield Shuttle is the Best Deal of the Year

Eddie Davis — Thu, 04 Oct 2012 00:35:25 +0000

Shuttle bus service between Northfield and Egg Harbor Township is such a good idea, it’s hard to believe it didn’t exist less than a week ago. We have it now though, and if you live or work in EHT or Northfield, you should be giving this shuttle a try! Seven times a day, seven days… [...]

Mosquito Spraying Thursday in Brigantine- See Spray Map

Eddie Davis — Wed, 19 Sep 2012 00:00:04 +0000

As concerns about West Nile virus increase around South Jersey, The Atlantic County Office of Mosquito Control plans to treat parts of Brigantine this Thursday, Sept. 20th between 5-7a.m. The spraying is part of an ongoing effort to control adult mosquito populations and reduce the spread… of mosquito-borne illness. Here is a press release from [...]

West Nile Virus Confirmed in Cape May County

Kyle McCann — Tue, 18 Sep 2012 00:00:31 +0000

Cape May County has its first confirmed case of West Nile virus. While it is the first in the county, it’s just one of a growing number of cases across the state and country.According to the Press of Atlantic City, officials confirmed the West Nile virus sickened a 64-year-old woman last month. The woman is [...]

Major Disaster Declared in Several South Jersey Counties

Dan Alexander — Thu, 19 Jul 2012 19:45:59 +0000

President Barack Obama has declared Atlantic, Cumberland, and Salem counties as major disaster areas as a result of the severe thunderstorms of June 30. The declaration makes federal funding available via the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) to state and eligible local governments and certain private nonprofit organizations on a cost-sharing basis for emergency work [...]

Photo Gallery of Damage Throughout South Jersey

Kyle McCann — Mon, 02 Jul 2012 14:44:17 +0000

The violent storms that rolled through South Jersey have caused a wide patch of damage in Atlantic County and some surrounding areas.

Cooling Centers in South Jersey

Gary Guida — Sun, 01 Jul 2012 15:55:20 +0000

Here’s a list of cooling centers located through out South Jersey to help you get a little relief from the heat. Galloway Township Middle School 100 South Reeds Road Minetola Fire Company E Wheat Road Daylight hours only 856-697-2626 Collings Lakes Fire Hall 609-561-9614 Richland Fire Company 876 Main Ave Buena Mays Landing United Methodist Church [...]