What Is Juneteenth?
On June 19, 1865, freedom reached the westernmost Confederate state of Texas. On this day, some 2,000 Union troops arrived in Galveston Bay and announced that the more than 250,000 enslaved African Americans in Texas were free.
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Rynkiewicz Retires and McGeary Begins a New Era in the Atlantic City Free Public Library
McGeary began her career at the library in 2017 as a part-time library associate and climbed the ladder, earning new job titles and increasing responsibilities before becoming the assistant director in May 2023.
Biden and Trump to Face Off for Presidency
Atlantic City Focus Primary Election Results: President Joe Biden will face former President Donald J. Trump in November.
Alexander or Salerno?
Atlantic City Focus Election Results: According to published reports, some 1,800 ballots opened early could be the deciding factor in determining who challenges U.S. Rep. Jeff Van Drew, R-2nd, for the second district congressional seat.
Kim versus Bashaw for U.S. Senate Seat
Atlantic City Focus Primary Election Results: Andy Kim and Curtis Bashaw top vote getters for U.S. Senate Seat
Kim Stresses Comprehensive Solutions in Senate Campaign
Representative Kim, who currently serves New Jersey's 3rd Congressional District, highlighted his extensive background in public service and detailed three primary reasons he believes make him the most qualified candidate for the U.S. Senate.
Hamm Pledges Progressive Reform in Senate Bid
Hamm, a native of New Jersey, detailed his early involvement in social justice movements, beginning with leading a student walkout and sit-in in 1971 .He has emphasized his unwavering commitment to social justice.
Campos-Medina Advocates for Worker Rights in Senate Race
Dr. Patricia Campos-Medina, a Latina candidate for the U.S. Senate from New Jersey, discussed various social and economic issues impacting marginalized communities, with a particular focus on Latino workers.
Atlantic City Awarded $1M Grant for Cyber Security Crime Prevention Training (Part One)
The U.S. Humanitarian Aid Response Team Cares, (U.S.HART Cares), nonprofit organization will provide cyber security training for 20 Atlantic City residents.