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Sandy Damaged Waterways Causing Problems for South Jersey Boaters

Kyle McCann — Thu, 09 May 2013 20:32:57 +0000

While the devastation caused by Superstorm Sandy is still visible up and down the New Jersey coastline, we’re now learning more about the damage caused in places we can’t see. Namely, under water. The biggest issue facing boat safety officials is perhaps the most obvious, you simply can’t see what’s going on under there. Take [...]

Free Italian Dinner for Sandy Survivors in Manahawkin

Gary Guida — Wed, 10 Apr 2013 20:11:46 +0000

Please lend a hand and help out the community while enjoying a delicious Italian meal. The”We Are Strong” Italian Dinner is free and it will benefit all survivors of Hurricane Sandy.The dinner will be held at the St. Mary’s Parish Center located at 100 Bishop Lane, in Manahawkin from 12 to 3. Save the date [...]

Tax Tips for Hurricane Sandy Survivors

Gary Guida — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 21:30:43 +0000

With the tax deadline of April 15th rapidly approaching here are some tax tips from FEMA if you experienced a loss due to Hurricane Sandy. Personal property losses that are not covered by insurance or other reimbursements may be deductible on your tax return. You can download forms and publications with information on tax relief from the official IRS website, [...]

AC Alliance Works To Bring Visitors Back In [AUDIO]

Jason Allentoff — Mon, 18 Feb 2013 10:39:16 +0000

The Atlantic City Alliance continues the tough mission of bringing visitors back in. Casino revenues have been in decline for a number of years and the once popular and jam-packed gaming resort is number three. Las Vegas and Pennsylvania come up on top. The Alliance will continue to use its DO AC campaign this year [...]

"Ask The Governor" Tonight At 7PM With Chris Christie

Matthew White — Tue, 22 Jan 2013 15:54:13 +0000

Governor Christie makes his first appearance of 2013 at the New Jersey 101.5 studios for “Ask The Governor.” As usual, the polarizing governor has had no problem dominating state headlines, while causing a stir on the national stage. In the beginning of the month, Christie unleashed a rant at his own party – namely the [...]

House Approves $9.7 Billion In Sandy Flood Aid [VIDEO]

Dan Alexander — Fri, 04 Jan 2013 17:45:48 +0000

The House has overwhelmingly approved $9.7 billion to pay flood insurance claims for the many home and business owners flooded out by Superstorm Sandy. [button href="http://nj1015.com/tags/sandy-aid-delay/" title="FULL COVERAGE: Sandy Aid Delay" align="center"] The vote came more than two months after the storm hit and days after Northeast Republicans erupted over House Speaker [...]

A Historic Concert For A Historic Storm [PHOTOS/VIDEO/POLL]

Dan Alexander — Thu, 13 Dec 2012 17:43:35 +0000

Call the “12-12-12″ benefit show “The Concert for New York City” 2.0. Eleven years after the benefit concert in response to the Sept. 11 terrorist attacks was held at Madison Square Garden, many of the same top musicians came together to raise money for those suffering from Superstorm Sandy, including Paul McCartney, The Rolling Stones, [...]

FEMA Launches Rapid-Repair System For Home Repairs

Townsquare News Network — Fri, 07 Dec 2012 18:38:04 +0000

Some New Jersey residents whose homes were damaged in Superstorm Sandy can now get grants of up to $10,000 for quick repairs. Gov. Chris Christie announced Friday that people with certain storm-related damage to their homes in Atlantic, Cape May, Middlesex, Monmouth and Ocean Counties are now eligible for the Sheltering and Temporary Essential Power [...]

Christie Talks With Jon Stewart About Health Care, Springsteen On The Daily Show

Dan Alexander — Fri, 07 Dec 2012 10:50:49 +0000

Governor Chris Christie was back in the national comedy spotlight talking about superstorm Sandy, Bruce Springsteen and President Obama with Jon Stewart on Comedy Central’s Daily Show. Christie and Stewart, at opposite ends of the political spectrum, agreed on the fact they want to see New Jersey come back from Sandy and want a hug [...]

NJ Has Powerball Fever; Jackpot Jumps To $550 Million [POLL/AUDIO]

Stacy Proebstle — Wed, 28 Nov 2012 17:28:29 +0000

Powerball fever has hit New Jersey, as lottery hopefuls, with two dollars and a dream hope to cash in big tonight with a jackpot that has grown yet again.