Raise Your Standards: How Self-Respect, Discipline and Growth Create the Best Version of You
Angela C. Richardson explains how higher standards, stronger habits, and next-level thinking can transform your mindset, confidence, and wellness journey.
Ditch the Bottle: Why Homemade Salad Dressing is a Health Game-Changer
From added sugars to processed oils, here’s why making your own salad dressing may be one of the easiest healthy habits you can start today.
U.S. HART Cares Honors Atlantic City and Shore Town Mothers with Mayor Marty Small at Hard Rock Atlantic City
More than 100 guests gathered in Atlantic City as U.S.HART Cares celebrated outstanding women and mothers from across the shore region while honoring the legacy of philanthropist Rita Mack during the annual Mother’s Day Brunch.
5 home renovations worth completing this summer, and 2 that can wait until fall 2026
Josephine Cardenia for Hometap Warmer temperatures, longer days, and drier conditions make summer one of the most practical times to tackle home improvement projects. Fewer weather delays mean that both homeowners who DIY and hire contractors can complete work faster, and many materials — from concrete to caulk — will perform better.
Atlantic City High School Builds Theater Tradition with Production of Annie Jr.
Atlantic City High School Produces Powerful Annie Jr. Production Featuring Student and Talent from Across the District
PHOTOS: Annie Jr. Production staged by Atlantic City High School students
Atlantic City High School’s Annie Jr. Brings Music, Community and Student Stars to the Stage in Triumphant Expansion of Theater Arts
It's The Unofficial Start Of Summer! 4TH Week of May. It's Only Going To Get Hotter!
It''s Memorial Day Weekend! I Love R&B is in AC. Herbert Holler brings the Freedom Party to Philly. Art Battle is in Wilmington.The Big Salsa Festival is in New York. Atlantic City Focus brings you the best of the Boardwalk and beyond!
Mayor Marty Small Sr.'s 2026 Atlantic City Inaugural Gala Aims to Raise $750K for Local Charities
Atlantic City Mayor Marty Small Sr.’s 2026 Inaugural Gala at Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City will support youth programs, veterans, seniors, arts organizations and community nonprofits across the city.
I Don’t Force It — I Live It: How Discipline Becomes a Lasting Wellness Lifestyle
Angela C. Richardson reflects on how discipline evolves into freedom, confidence, and a lifestyle built to last.
Mental Health Crisis Deepens in America as Anxiety, Depression and Financial Stress Surge in 2026
5 mental health trends for 2026: Closing the gap to access and care - A new 2026 mental health report reveals rising anxiety, depression, workplace burnout and financial stress across the U.S., while millions still struggle to access affordable care.
Bridging the Divide Brings Lawmakers, Law Enforcement and Community Activists to One Table
Community members, elected officials and advocacy leaders gathered in Galloway Township for a bipartisan public forum focused on state policy issues, public safety and civic dialogue ahead of New Jersey’s 2027 budget discussions.
Atlantic City High School Senior Aryiane Hill Named 2026 New Jersey Youth of the Year
ATLANTIC CITY – Atlantic City High School senior Aryiane Hill won the Boys & Girls Club of New Jersey State Youth of the Year award on Tuesday, May 12, 2026, at Montclair State University. Hill, who has been a member of the Atlantic City Boys & Girls Club for the past
Atlantic City High School Stars Jaylen Day and Ky’Ree Barksdale Selected for 2026 North-South All-Star Football Classic
Atlantic City High School standouts Jaylen Day and Ky’Ree Barksdale will represent South Jersey in the 2026 North vs. South All-Star Football Classic after outstanding careers with the Vikings football program.
Heart of Surfing Creates a Safe Space for Special Needs Families in New Jersey
Founded in honor of their late son, Cindy and Bob Fertsch’s Heart of Surfing provides free adaptive surfing, skating and sensory-friendly activities for autism and special needs families throughout Atlantic and Cape May counties.
Are microschools a solution to falling public school enrollment?
Rachel Fradette for The Hechinger Report Seventh grader Taitym Lynch plans most of her school day herself, mapping out a schedule each morning on her school laptop. She typically starts with math when her brain is sharpest, logging into an online platform her school uses for math lessons. Next she
THIS THIRD WEEK OF MAY IS FILLED WITH TRADITIONS, IMAGINATION AND FRESH AIR
Atlantic City Fashion Week and Martin Lawrence are in AC. The annual East Coast Black Age of Comics Convention is in Philadelphia (free for the whole family.) And the 151st running of the Preakness is in Baltimore. Atlantic City Focus brings you the best of the Boardwalk and beyond!
Atlantic City Students, Teacher Honored at MBCA Spring Scholarship Luncheon
Six Atlantic City Public Schools students received scholarships and Sovereign Avenue School teacher Darchele Todd earned the Outstanding Teacher Award during the Atlantic City Metropolitan Business & Citizens Association’s annual luncheon.
Body Awareness and Alignment: Your Body Speaks — Are You Listening?
Angela C. Richardson explores how listening to your body’s signals—from hunger and energy to recovery and rest—can help build a healthier, more balanced wellness lifestyle.