Postcard from the 2026 Annual Uptown for Life Reunion
Families, friends and former neighbors returned to Oscar McClinton Park for a day of music, memories and fellowship as Uptown 4 Life Reunion brings generations back together in Atlantic City.
ART BEATS: Kids Can Read to Therapy Dogs Fritz and Frieda at Mays Landing Library
Atlantic County Library’s Mays Landing branch invites children of all ages to build reading confidence by sharing stories with therapy dogs Fritz and Frieda. Registration is required for each session.
Atlantic City Public Schools Welcomes 36 New Teachers Ahead of 2026-27 School Year
District orientation introduces new teachers and certified staff to mentoring, curriculum, technology, workplace policies and other resources designed to support their success in Atlantic City classrooms.
Atlantic City High School Football Falls to Malcolm X Shabazz, 32-19, in 2026 Season Opener
The Vikings led after the first quarter and pulled within six entering the fourth, but Shabazz scored 14 points in the final period to secure a 32-19 victory at the Battle at the Beach.
Atlantic City Public Schools, City Welcome Families at Back-to-School Celebration
Hundreds of Atlantic City students and families gathered at Pennsylvania Avenue School for free book bags, school supplies, food and a community celebration ahead of the new school year.
5th Week Of August
This weekend offers you events that include fitness, mingling opportunities for singles, festivals, concerts and art. Discover the best events, concerts, festivals and things to do in Atlantic City, Philadelphia, South Jersey, Delaware, New York, Baltimore and DC.
Finish Summer Strong: How to Carry Your Healthy Habits Into Fall
Angela C. Richardson encourages readers to look back at how far they’ve come, celebrate the healthy habits they built this summer and carry their confidence, consistency and wellness goals into fall.
Learn to Respect the Power of Love: How Long-Term Relationships Can Improve Your Health and Help You Live Longer
Dr. Brooke Brimm explores how lasting romantic relationships and deep friendships can reduce stress, support heart and brain health, combat loneliness and contribute to a longer, healthier life.
CIVIC ENGAGEMENT: Atlantic City Black Business Expo Returns Aug. 25 to Celebrate Black Entrepreneurs
Free event at the All Wars Memorial Building will bring together entrepreneurs, business leaders and the community for networking, panel discussions, vendor exhibits and a celebration of Black business and culture.
CIVIC ENGAGEMENT-Atlantic City Police Officers Honored for Life-Saving Response After Sergeant Shot in Line of Duty
ACPD presented its 803 Award to six officers and recognized Sgt. Valmir Loga and the AtlantiCare Trauma Team for their actions after Sgt. Christian Ivanov was critically injured in June.
CIVIC ENGAGEMENT: Atlantic City Public Safety Director Addresses Complaints About Unhoused Residents in City Parks
Public Safety Director Sean Riggin told the Atlantic City NAACP that mental health and social services — rather than law enforcement alone — are central to addressing concerns involving unhoused residents in local parks.
EA Buyout Approved: What Electronic Arts' $55 Billion Deal Means for Gamers and Employees
Teen Tech columnist Lillian Tyler explains why Electronic Arts' $55 billion acquisition is moving forward, what regulators approved, and how the deal could affect employees, gamers and the future of one of the world's largest video game companies.
PHOTO GALLERY: Atlantic City Celebrates Opening of New MBCA Park in Midtown
Community leaders, artists and residents gathered at North Carolina and Pacific avenues to officially open MBCA Park, a new public space featuring local art, music and community collaboration.
Atlantic City Launches Free Community Cleanup Program to Help Residents Keep Neighborhoods Clean
Atlantic City's Division of Reentry Services offers free lot cleanup, brush removal, bulk debris hauling and trash can assistance, with most residential service requests completed within 48 hours.
Atlantic City 66ers Return to the Court for Frontcourt Masters 60-and-Over Basketball Tournament
The Atlantic City 66ers bring experience, camaraderie and a love of basketball to Ventnor, with players sharing their thoughts on the 2026 Frontcourt Masters tournament: 60 Year-Old Plus Team comes in 3rd place, winning Consolation Game
Atlantic City 50-and-Over Basketball Team Scores Win in Frontcourt Masters Debut
Veteran players from across South Jersey put old hometown rivalries aside to represent Atlantic City as the Frontcourt Masters tournament tipped off in Ventnor.
‘Full-Circle Moment’: Dr. Hollisha B. Bridgers Returns to Atlantic City Schools as Sovereign Avenue Principal
The former Atlantic City teacher and school board member returns home to lead Sovereign Avenue School after serving as an assistant principal in Galloway Township.
Dr. Nycole Lyles-Belton Named Vice Principal of Pennsylvania Avenue School in Atlantic City
Longtime Atlantic City educator steps into school leadership after more than 25 years of service to Atlantic City Public Schools