The First Week Of November.
There are events for everyone in Atlantic City, South Jersey, Philadelphia, Delaware, Maryland and New York this weekend. Atlantic City Focus brings you the best on the Boardwalk and beyond!
Atlantic County Election Results 2026: Municipal and County Winners
Explore Atlantic County’s Nov. 3, 2026, election results, with highlighted winners in municipal races and county sheriff and commissioner contests.
Stronger for Life: Why Strength Training Matters in Your 50s and Beyond
Angela C. Richardson explains how strength training after 50 can help preserve muscle, support bone health, improve balance and mobility, and maintain independence for a healthier, more active life.
U.S. Senate
Incumbent Senior U. S. Senator Corey Booker, a Democrat, faces three other candidates for this Class 2 seat. Senator Booker has held this office over 12 years. No Republican has won a U.S. Senate election in New Jersey since 1972. Information is based on the election sample ballot. Midterm
Atlantic County Municipal Candidates: 2026 General Election Guide
See who’s running for local office in Atlantic County, New Jersey, with our municipal candidates graphic for the Nov. 3, 2026, General Election.
Atlantic County Board of Education Candidates: 2026 General Election Guide
Meet the candidates running for local boards of education across Atlantic County, New Jersey, in the Nov. 3, 2026, General Election. Explore our graphics to see who’s on the ballot in your community.
How PAP Advocates for Students Facing Out of District Placement
When it comes to having an IEP (Individualized Education Program) meeting with your child's school, you would think it would be a smooth, easy transition to help your child do better. But according to the support group Parents Assisting Parents, the reality of these meetings can be the
America’s Sunday Funnies: The Walnuts & Cosmic Tales
Enjoy a Sunday dose of comic strip humor with America’s Sunday Funnies, featuring The Walnuts and Cosmic Tales from Outer Space and Beyond on Atlantic City Focus.
Guard Up! When Something Feels Wrong, Leave: The Power of Trusting Your Gut
Grand Master Evan R. Henry shares a frightening encounter at a convenience store and explains why trusting your instincts, recognizing warning signs and acting quickly can help keep you safe.
Atlantic City Halloween Weekend Guide: Oct. 30–Nov. 1 Events in New Jersey and Beyond
Celebrate Halloween weekend with events in Atlantic City, New Jersey, Delaware, Maryland, Washington, D.C., and New York. Plus, Atlantic City Focus will be honored at the Gloucester Branch NAACP’s Black & White Gala on Sunday, Nov. 1.
Wellness Beyond the Workout: Build Healthy Habits for a Better Life
Angela C. Richardson explores why lasting wellness requires more than exercise, sharing how rest, recovery, mental well-being, healthy boundaries and intentional daily choices can support a healthier, more balanced lifestyle.
CIVIC ENGAGEMENT: Souls to the Polls Brings Celebration and Early Voting to Atlantic City
The Fellowship of Churches of Atlantic City and Vicinity provided jitney rides, music and food to encourage voter participation ahead of the Nov. 3 election.
Early Voting 2026: Atlantic, Cape May and Cumberland County Locations and Hours
Early voting runs Oct. 24 through Nov. 1 for New Jersey’s 2026 general election. Find Atlantic County, Cape May County and Cumberland County polling locations and hours to plan your visit.
Atlantic City Fire Station 2 Preservation Advances; New Mural Honors Firefighters
The historic Northside station is undergoing restoration as a new mural celebrates Black representation, firefighter service and the legacy of Marvin E. Beatty Jr.
ART BEATS: Youth Arts Showcase Brings Young Talent to Cherry Hill Nov. 7
The Jersey Jewels Chapter hosts its third biennial Youth Arts Showcase Nov. 7, featuring young South Jersey talent in music, dance, spoken word, visual arts and fashion.
Guard Up! Better on the Mat, Better in the Classroom: The Benefits of Martial Arts for Kids
Grand Master Evan R. Henry explains how taekwondo training can help children develop self-control, respect, confidence and classroom habits that support success in school and beyond.
Weekend Guide: Oct. 22–25, 2026 Events in Atlantic City, South Jersey, Philadelphia and Beyond
Explore Oct. 22–25 events in Atlantic City, South Jersey, Philadelphia, Delaware, Baltimore, Washington, DC, North Jersey and New York—from the Van Drew–Mullock debate and candidate meetups to ’90s music, The Wiz, the NAACP Freedom Luncheon and fall fun.
CIVIC ENGAGEMENT: Van Drew, Mullock Face Off Oct. 22 in NJ 2nd District Debate
Watch Republican Jeff Van Drew and Democrat Zack Mullock debate New Jersey’s 2nd Congressional District race Oct. 22 at 6 p.m. The Stockton University event will stream online with no live audience.