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Steel Pier to Feature 200 ft Observation Wheel, One of America’s Tallest.

Steel Pier’s Anthony and James Catanoso recently traveled to Italy to conduct the first of three inspections of New Jersey’s first Observation Wheel, scheduled to open later this year. The pair traveled to Technical Park’s facility in Melara, Italy, outside of Venice, where six factories are contributing elements that will comprise the final wheel. The

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1700 Block of Atlantic Ave scheduled for Updated Streetscape.

A much anticipated streetscape project is scheduled to begin in September to improve the look of the 1700 block of Atlantic Avenue. $400,000 of new lighting, paving and benches will be installed, paid for by the Department of Transportation. According to the Press of Atlantic City, a recently awarded $1 million grant will extend this

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April Fools Half-Marathon Along Atlantic City & Ventnor Boardwalk. SEE PICS & VIDEO >

Sunny, warm temps and thousands who love to run, walk and enjoy the sights of Atlantic City. The springtime April Fools Half Marathon was a massive hit this past weekend as it took runners along the AC and Ventnor Boardwalk and through the beautiful streets of Margate and Longport too. The 13 mile run &

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Quack. Amphibious Duck Boats to Offer Back Bay & Street Tours of AC.

Half boat, half tour-bus; AC Duck Tours is coming to Atlantic City this Summer. This amphibious duck boat touring company will provide in-water tours of various AC waterways, the bay, and then will cruise the streets of Atlantic City. Pick up & drop off points will be on Arctic Avenue, right next Barbera’s Seafood Market

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Digital Facelift for Tropicana. See Pics >

Tropicana’s Boardwalk facade is getting a massive makeover. A flashy interactive light and sound display is being installed along Trop’s Boardwalk side. Fifteen screens, 17 feet high will be joined by five high-def screens & columns complete with strobe lights. For good measure, Tropicana will also install refreshed Boardwalk lighting, music and LED palm trees. CLICK

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See Pics > Bass Pro Shops Adds to Successful Atlantic City Shopping District

The soon to open Bass Pro Shops in Atlantic City is more than just a fishing & hunting retail store. It’s a mix of tourist attraction, amusement park, museum and department store. Clothing, electronics, tackle & outdoor gear is just the start. A gift & nature center will have lamps, bird feeders and furniture. An

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Straub Double Header: Showboat and Revel Deals Increase AC Rebound Momentum

Revel Casino Hotel was FINALLY sold to developer Glenn Straub for $82 million. For now, it’s called “Polo North”. It will reopen by summer says Straub. Since Mr. Straub had a few bucks left after this deal, he announced his purchase of the former Showboat casino, right next to Revel, from Stockton University for $26

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