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Fleming’s Junkyard in #EggHarborTownship, #AtlanticCounty: Other Men’s Trash, One Man’s Treasures

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A rusty old truck is parked in front of a giant vintage sign shaped like a barrel that says "James Salt Water Taffy." They are located in a large field with tall yellow grass and a blue sky above them.
February 6, 2025 at 1:59 AM
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A neighbor spotted these beautiful Double-crested Cormorants hanging out in our community's fish-filled lakes! Today, they were resting (drying and digesting) in a nearby tree #AtlanticCounty #NJ #birds #addBirder
November 24, 2024 at 10:34 AM
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Ever wonder how McKee City got its name? Colonel John McKee created this planned South Jersey community in 1884, envisioning a farming community for African Americans after the Civil War. His vision lives on today.

#McKeeCity #NJHistory #SouthJersey #AtlanticCounty #BlackHistory
September 17, 2026 at 9:32 PM
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www.tiktok.com/t/ZTDFXRt2T/ HEY HEYYYYY 👋 #NJ #ADOPTDONTSHOP #DOGS #DOGLOVERS #SOS #RESCUES #FOSTERS #HELP #FOSTERSSAVELIVES URGENT KILL SHELTER!! 🚨 PLEASE REPOST!!
A little change of pace today. Nothing to do with taxes, but take a look at who’s ready to get adopted at the Atlantic County Animal Shelter. #AnimalShelter #RescueDog #AtlanticCounty #pet #dogreels
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August 15, 2026 at 12:31 PM
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Atlantic County is Changing How Your Home is Taxed!
#AtlanticCounty #NJRealEstate #PropertyTaxes #NewJersey #TaxReform
April 6, 2026 at 11:59 PM
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Deadline is coming up #SouthJersey #Artists! Apply today using the link in our bio! #AtlanticCounty #BurlingtonCounty #CamdenCounty #CapeMayCounty #CumberlandCounty #GloucesterCounty #OceanCounty #SalemCounty 🫶
March 14, 2025 at 3:52 PM
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Ever wonder how Estell Manor got its name? The Estell family helped build this South Jersey community through the historic Estellville Glassworks. Their legacy eventually gave the city its name!

#EstellManor #NJHistory #SouthJersey #AtlanticCounty #JerseyShore
September 13, 2026 at 10:31 PM
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Join as three blues-rock masters deliver scorching guitar magic and Garden State soul on Friday, September 5 at 7 PM. Link for tickets are in our bio! Don't miss out!

#SouthJerseyConcerts #AtlanticCity #ThingstodoinSJ #North2Shore #AtlanticCounty
August 28, 2025 at 1:15 PM
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SJCA works with a lot of wonderful artists in the South Jersey region and we want to do a quick spotlight on one that tabled for us at the Dia de los Muertos event at Noyes Arts Garage last month, Devanie Aponte!

#atlanticcounty #atlanticcity #southjersey #artists
November 27, 2025 at 6:02 PM
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The push is on to designate the Mullica River as a National Wild and Scenic River, but local input is key before moving forward!

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Parks committee asks board to consider supporting Mullica River federal study for Wild and Scenic designation
A parks committee member said the Parks & Environmental Advisory Board requested the county draft a resolution supporting federal legislation to study the Mullica River for possible National Wild and Scenic River designation; the committee is awaiting Mullica Township planning‑board and municipal positions before moving forward.
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September 18, 2026 at 8:14 AM
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Ever heard of Gigantic City? This planned South Jersey development had streets named after major American cities, but the “gigantic” city never became what developers envisioned.
#GiganticCity #NJHistory #SouthJersey #AtlanticCounty #JerseyShore
September 11, 2026 at 10:31 PM
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Ever wonder how Linwood got its name? Before Linwood, this South Jersey community was Leedsville. In 1880 residents voted on a new name after the post office required a change. Why Linwood? That part remains a mystery

#Linwood #NJHistory #SouthJersey #AtlanticCounty #JerseyShore
September 5, 2026 at 9:23 PM
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Atlantic Cape Community College's new president, Jason Abreo, unveils a bold 100-day plan aimed at boosting regional partnerships and workforce training, while highlighting a staggering $315 million impact on the local economy.

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Atlantic Cape president Jason Abreo outlines 100‑day plan, cites $315 million regional impact
Jason Abreo, Atlantic Cape Community College’s new president, told the Atlantic County Board of Commissioners his 'Listen, Learn and Lead' 100‑day plan and cited a February 2026 impact study estimating about $315,000,000 in additional regional income and more than 4,100 jobs supported by the college.
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September 4, 2026 at 7:42 AM
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Atlantic County officials are pushing for F-35 fighter jets to be based at the 177th Fighter Wing, highlighting significant economic benefits and a major federal funding boost from Congressman Van Drew.

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Commissioners back resolution urging the Air Force to base F‑35s at 177th Fighter Wing; Van Drew credited with $68M for hangars
The board adopted a resolution urging the U.S. Air Force to base F‑35 fighter jets at the 177th Fighter Wing in Atlantic County; supporters credited Congressman Jeff Van Drew with securing $68,000,000 for hangars needed to receive the aircraft.
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September 4, 2026 at 7:41 AM
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Ever wonder how Mays Landing got its name? Captain George May established a trading post and shipyard along the Great Egg Harbor River in the 1700s. His landing became the community we know today as Mays Landing!

#MaysLanding #SouthJersey #NJHistory #AtlanticCounty #JerseyShore
August 30, 2026 at 9:59 PM
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Atlantic County is taking a bold step to protect local jobs by adopting a new policy requiring project labor agreements for public projects over $1 million!

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#AtlanticCounty #NJ #AtlanticCountyPublicWorks #TaxpayerAccountability #CitizenPortal #ProjectStability #LocalHiring
Atlantic County adopts policy requiring project labor agreements for projects $1 million and up
The board approved Resolution 464 to require project labor agreements (PLAs) on public works projects estimated at $1 million or more, a change sponsors say will prioritize local jobs and reduce risk of work stoppages; vote recorded with one no.
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August 22, 2026 at 2:11 PM
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Before Corbin City was incorporated in 1922, this quiet South Jersey town was North Tuckahoe’s bustling river hub named after the rail baron who connected it to the region.

#CorbinCityNJ #SouthJersey #NJHistory #TuckahoeRiver #AtlanticCounty
August 17, 2026 at 9:44 PM
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Brigantine's Mayor is demanding urgent repairs to the county's promenade, highlighting serious safety concerns for residents and visitors alike.

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#AtlanticCounty #NJ #AccessibilityIssues #CitizenPortal #PublicSafety #AtlanticCountyPromenade #CommunityCommunication
Brigantine mayor urges Atlantic County to finish promenade repairs; county says work will proceed without signing MOU
Brigantine Mayor Vince Saruk and residents pressed Atlantic County commissioners to complete outstanding promenade repairs funded by a $1.2 million Boardwalk Preservation Fund grant, citing eroded ADA ramps, nonworking lights and public-safety risks. County administration said finishing work is not conditioned on Brigantine signing an MOU and pledged follow-up.
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August 2, 2026 at 5:38 AM
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15-year-old charged after fatal Atlantic County shooting
https://www.yahoo.com/news/us/articles/15-old-charged-fatal-atlantic-034240335.html
#YouthCrime #AtlanticCounty #Shooting
July 26, 2026 at 5:26 AM
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Atlantic County's Board of Commissioners made headlines by approving a $50,000 increase in legal services and renewing a vital career-services contract, all while honoring Miss New Jersey 2026, Kylie Jean Wright, for her impactful community work.

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Atlantic County commissioners approve consent agenda, renew career-services contract and add $50,000 to legal-services agreement
The Atlantic County Board of Commissioners adopted a large consent agenda on June 26, 2026, including renewal of a career-services contract with DB Grant Associates and an amendment increasing an outside legal-services agreement by $50,000; the board also presented a recognition to Miss New Jersey 2026, Kylie Jean Wright.
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July 12, 2026 at 9:17 AM
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#AndyKim #NewJersey #AtlanticCounty #SomersetCounty #OceanCounty
kim.senate.gov Senator Andy Kim @kim.senate.gov · Mar 18
NEWS: Senator Kim is hosting THREE town halls this week across NJ.

At this critical moment, it is so important we come together and talk through what’s on our minds. Stop by if you can!
March 19, 2025 at 3:55 PM
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Is there any cool people here in atlantic county, new jersey. so many people here are old, boring, not queer, or only wanna work and it's driving me fucking insane. PLEASE EXIST I BEG YOU #southjersey #atlanticcounty #atlanticcity
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March 20, 2025 at 4:15 AM
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#AtlanticCity cops illegally demand #Car passenger doesn't film, threatens #Violence against the #Passenger.

THIS is why the #ACLU is so Damn #Necessary

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#NJ #NewJersey #SouthJersey #AtlanticCounty #EggHarbor #Abescon #EggHarborTownship #BuenaVista #US #Rutgers
Kristi Noem Uses Inmates at El Salvador Prison in Photo Op
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March 29, 2025 at 3:23 AM
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Brigantine man accused of sexually assaulting 14-year-old student at his Galloway gymnastics studio was barred from unsupervised contact with minors during an investigation in 2017... No charges were filed ... breakingac.com/news/2024/no... #BreakingAC #news #hyperlocal #atlanticcounty
Accused Galloway gymnastics coach was focus of investigation in 2017
USA Gymnastics barred the Brigantine man from unsupervised contact with minors pending a hearing seven years ago.
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November 21, 2024 at 7:23 PM
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Trying this out ... Sharing #hyperlocal news from #BreakingAC covering #AtlanticCity, NJ; #AtlanticCounty and other parts of #SouthJersey ... breakingac.com
November 21, 2024 at 7:22 PM