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Community Day volunteers give back to Atlantic City
Stockton University’s interim director of Residential Education joined a handful of students and staff to pick up trash at his childhood park last month as part of the third annual Community Day Clean Up and Party in the Park in Atlantic City.
Atlantic City gunshot victim wanted after investigation finds he shot himself, police say
A Philadelphia man allegedly gave a false name and a fictitious story when he showed up at the Atlantic City hospital with a gunshot wound. Warren Govan, 38, is now wanted on charges including hindering apprehension in the April 7 incident.
Atlantic City man allegedly held woman captive in crawl space
Gary Lockel is accused of throwing something at a woman he previously dated, and then forcing her into a crawl space. He allegedly threatened to kill her. Police forced their way into the residence after Lockel refused to come out.
Ocean City Spring Block Party packs in fun
Downtown Asbury Avenue was transformed into a mega-shopping extravaganza where 350 crafters offered everything from household items to clothing to jewelry. Anyone hungry who attended the blockbuster event likely left full. Barbecue wafted in the air from one vendor while caramel corn was popping in another.
New additions to dogs rescued from alleged Millville fight ring
There are new additions to the more than 120 dogs seized from an alleged dog-fighting operation in Millville. And one defendant is being billed after refusing to relinquish ownership of the dogs seized from his property.
Feral cat who bit Pleasantville residents tests positive for rabies
A feral cat taken in by a Pleasantville homeowner has tested positive for rabies. It is the third confirmed case in Atlantic County this year. The cat appeared ill and was taken in by a homeowner in the 100 block of Bayview Avenue, officials said. An animal control officer collected the cat Friday, with state… The post Feral cat who bit Pleasantville residents tests positive for rabies appeared first on BreakingAC.
Vineland man wanted in fatal shooting
A Vineland man is wanted in a fatal shooting in an apartment complex parking lot. Police were called to the Asselta Acres Apartments at about 12:30 a.m. Saturday for a man wounded by gunfire, Cumberland County Prosecutor Jennifer Webb-McRae said. Dashon Lee, 35, was found in the parking lot of the complex on Axtell Avenue.… The post Vineland man wanted in fatal shooting appeared first on BreakingAC.
Atlantic City offers gamut of events as we hit the ides of March
Seinfeld and Tony Orlando may be sold out, but there are still plenty of things to do this weekend in our area. We can always count on our casinos to bring in fabulous headliners. However, there’s no shortage of charity events, local talent, smaller venues and even sports to banish boredom from the ides of… The post Atlantic City offers gamut of events as we hit the ides of March appeared first on BreakingAC.
Man held in Atlantic City stabbing after leaving detention hearing
A homeless man man accused of stabbing an Atlantic City store worker was arrested in Vineland. Francisco Bonilla, 34, allegedly stabbed the 39-year-old victim, who was named only by the initials E.W., multiple times, damaging the victim’s kidney and liver and leaving him in critical condition. E.W. was helping his brother, who manages the store… The post Man held in Atlantic City stabbing after leaving detention hearing appeared first on BreakingAC.
Stockton celebrates first casino certification class of ‘rising stars’
The Lloyd D. Levenson Institute of Gaming, Hospitality and Tourism at Stockton University graduated its first in-person class of the Integrated Casino Resorts Operations Certificate Program last week. The eight-work course provides an overview of the casino industry to those interested in getting their first job in the casinos or employees looking to move into… The post Stockton celebrates first casino certification class of ‘rising stars’ appeared first on BreakingAC.
Atlantic City drug arrest leads to 420 bags heroin, cocaine
A Mercer County man is charged with first-degree drug offenses after his arrest led to a search of his hotel room and vehicle. Leroy Clark, 44, of Ewing, was seen selling drugs while Officer Jennifer Sanchez was conducting surveillance Friday in the 1500 block of Atlantic Avenue, Lt. Kevin Fair said. Sanchez and Officers Nickolas… The post Atlantic City drug arrest leads to 420 bags heroin, cocaine appeared first on BreakingAC.
Atlantic City firefighters credited with quick stop
Atlantic City firefighters were able to quickly get a fire under control, leaving no one displaced, the city’s fire chief said. The fire was outside the fourth floor of the four-story building in the 100 block of North Iowa Avenue, Fire Chief Scott Evans said. A quick stop by Engines 2 and 6 and Ladder… The post Atlantic City firefighters credited with quick stop appeared first on BreakingAC.
Atlantic City mayor announces $26M Boardwalk improvements
“We are extremely excited to announce the rebuilding of the greatest Boardwalk in the world,” Atlantic City Mayor Marty Small said Tuesday. The $20 million awarded to the city as part of Gov. Phil Murphy’s $100 million Boardwalk Preservation Fund will be used to fix the famous wooden way from New Jersey to Tennessee avenues. … The post Atlantic City mayor announces $26M Boardwalk improvements appeared first on BreakingAC.
Fugitive had stolen gun, drugs in Atlantic City, police say
An Atlantic City man allegedly had a loaded handgun stolen from North Carolina when police arrested Friday on the city street bearing the state’s name. Hakim Clark, 33, was walking down North Carolina Avenue when Officer La’Tray Butcher recognized him as having two active warrants. One was out of North Carolina. Butcher stopped Clark, who… The post Fugitive had stolen gun, drugs in Atlantic City, police say appeared first on BreakingAC.
Stockton hosting Wellness and Resources Fair for veterans, community
Stockton University’s Military and Veteran Success Center is hosting its third Community and Veteran Wellness and Resource Fair this week. The event will run from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Thursday at the main campus in Galloway Township. It is held in partnership with the Wilmington (Delaware) Veterans Affairs Medical Center, but is open to… The post Stockton hosting Wellness and Resources Fair for veterans, community appeared first on BreakingAC.
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