From AP NEWS: Atlantic City is suing to get back $3 million it gave to the company that has failed to run the Community Loan Program, launched in 2013 by Lorenzo Langford, the mayor at the time. The company is partially owned by relatives of a former Langford aide, The Associated Press found. The company […]
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Waves of 20 somethings poured down the AC Boardwalk on Friday, May 8. Florida Georgia Line was in town, playing Boardwalk Hall. Country music stars like Florida Georgia Line are a perfect pick to attract newbies to Atlantic City, because this wasn’t your Grandpa’s country music….and this isn’t your Grandpa’s Boardwalk anymore. Pop, rock &
Economic development is a top priority for Atlantic City. A flurry of retail, entertainment, education, residential, and other non-gaming projects are either in progress or are being negotiated. Greater Atlantic City Chamber President; Joe Kelly, spoke with NJTV about what’s on the horizon for AC. WATCH VIDEO > Visit Greater Atlantic City Chamber of Commerce
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For decades, if Atlantic City (or any of us) wanted to ‘get the word out’ about a news story, business plan or issue, they had to rely on local newspaper, tv or radio. we kept our fingers crossed that the resulting story, if promoted, was going to be accurate without bias or spin. Traditional media
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Bader Field: A prime waterfront location with 140 acres ripe for redevelopment. Bader was the former municipal airport that closed in September 2006, named after the former mayor of Atlantic City Edward L. Bader, who purchased the land for the airfield. Bader Field is part of the state-run Tourism District controlled by the Casino Reinvestment Development
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The transformation of Atlantic City hit another milestone this week as BASS PRO SHOPS opened it’s doors. Governor Christie, Mayor Guardian and other featured guests welcomed this next step in our city’s evolution. See Pics Below. Click to listen as WOND 1400am’s ‘Shep on Fishing’ talks with Bass Pro Shop AC’s General Manager; Eric Clements.
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Does Atlantic City get covered fairly from local Newspaper, TV and Radio reporting? This month’s ‘Noon Time Talk’ with AC’s Planning Department & Elizabeth Terenik was focused on how AC can influence the story…or narrative… of the new Atlantic City. WATCH VIDEO RECAP from the APRIL 15th Noon Time Talk. Is Atlantic City Media Coverage Fair
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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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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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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
Digital Facelift for Tropicana. See Pics > Read More »