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Residents request access to Atlantic County Justice Facility during Ramadan; warden says dietary and prayer accommodations in place Public speakers asked to tour the Atlantic County Justice Facility and to verify religious-diet and prayer accommodations during Ramadan; Warden Kelly said the facility has provided Ramadan meals and a volunteer imam and agreed to schedule a tour after the board's upcoming meeting date.

Residents are demanding transparency and access to the Atlantic County Justice Facility to ensure that Muslim inmates' rights and dietary needs are being met during Ramadan.

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#AtlanticCounty #NJ #PrisonReform #CommunityEngagement #CitizenPortal #AtlanticCountyJustice

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Atlantic County officials told jail infrastructure is failing; Warden cites $561 million estimate for 900‑bed replacement Warden Michael Kelly told the Atlantic County Board of Commissioners that repeated HVAC failures during a recent cold snap damaged control systems, underscoring the county’s need to plan now for a new jail; a consultant’s rough cost estimate for a 900‑bed facility is $561,000,000.

Atlantic County's aging jail infrastructure is crumbling, with a shocking $561 million price tag for a much-needed 900-bed replacement—time to act!

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#AtlanticCounty #NJ #CommunityReform #CitizenPortal #PublicSafety #InfrastructureInvestment #AtlanticCountyJails

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Atlantic County authorizes subdivision, consultant and public hearings for Meadowview nursing home; union urges alternatives Atlantic County commissioners approved initial steps to subdivide and prepare Meadowview Nursing and Rehabilitation Center for possible sale or conversion, including a $35,000 consultant contract and authorization to conduct required public hearings and an auction with a $23.5 million minimum bid; AFSCME urged pausing privatization and proposed converting the facility to a veterans’ home.

Atlantic County is taking significant steps towards the potential sale of the Meadowview Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, but union representatives are calling for a pause to explore alternative options focused on veterans.

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#AtlanticCounty #NJ #AtlanticCountyVeterans

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🚨📞 Atlantic County Dispatch: Big Decisions Ahead

On this week’s Jersey Oddcast, we dug into a major issue that could shape public safety across the entire region:
the proposal for centralized 911 dispatch in Atlantic County.

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#JerseyOddcast #AtlanticCounty #Dispatch

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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

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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

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Atlantic County commissioners approve consent agenda; grants and appointments carried The board combined and adopted multiple grant, contract and appointment resolutions, including a $177,000 HIDTA grant and a $110,526.31 Operation Helping Hand grant; the appointment of Sgt. Christopher A. Southern to the Youth Services Commission passed with one abstention noted.

Atlantic County commissioners have just approved a series of significant grants and appointments, including a $177,000 boost for drug trafficking prevention and support for youth services.

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#AtlanticCounty #NJ #CitizenPortal #PublicSafety #AtlanticCountyCommissioners

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Atlantic County prosecutor’s office wins state law‑enforcement reaccreditation Atlantic County Prosecutor William E. Reynolds told commissioners his office completed a voluntary reaccreditation review by the New Jersey State Association of Chiefs of Police, praising internal reforms including an evidence audit, promotion process and executive 360 reviews. An accreditation assessor said fewer than 8% of state agencies hold accreditation.

Atlantic County's Prosecutor's Office has achieved a rare reaccreditation, showcasing its commitment to accountability and excellence in law enforcement practices.

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#AtlanticCounty #NJ #ProfessionalDevelopment #CitizenPortal #PublicSafety #AtlanticCountyLawEnforcement

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Post from Atlantic county Dems congratulating Maureen Rowan on winning an NJ Assembly seat

Post from Atlantic county Dems congratulating Maureen Rowan on winning an NJ Assembly seat

Congratulations Maureen!
#atlanticcounty #acdems #njdemocrats #njassembly

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Election Night Reporting

Does anyone know what's going on with #AtlanticCounty and the lack of updates for #NJLeg elections? #NJpolitics #NJpol @njglobe.bsky.social

Unlike most counties, they haven't posted an update on vote counting since #ElectionDay. LD-02 is still TBD.

results.enr.clarityelections.com/NJ/Atlantic/...

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The room filled with folks from the #atlanticcounty #democraticcommittee erupted as it was announced that @mikiesherrill.bsky.social was the projected winner for @stateofnewjersey.bsky.social
Thank you for voting! 💙💙💙
Congratulations #nj We did it!

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Indivisible Empathy United has started a fundraising drive to get food vouchers to needy families in Atlantic county. The link to donate is located at the bottom of the photo. It is set up through Go Fund Me

Indivisible Empathy United has started a fundraising drive to get food vouchers to needy families in Atlantic county. The link to donate is located at the bottom of the photo. It is set up through Go Fund Me

The good folks @indivisibleac.bsky.social have initiated a food voucher drive/ GoFundMe for needy families in #atlanticcounty 👇

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Votes at a glance: Atlantic County commissioners adopt multiple resolutions on grants, contracts, PFAS stance and health-benefit options At its Oct. 19, 2025 meeting the Atlantic County Board of Commissioners adopted a bundle of consent resolutions including grant amendments, a youth shelter contract, a resolution opposing a proposed NJDEP-3M consent order on PFAS, and three resolutions offering voluntary health-insurance options using a health reimbursement arrangement.

Atlantic County commissioners made significant strides at their recent meeting, adopting resolutions that impact grants, youth shelter services, and a strong stance against PFAS contamination.

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#AtlanticCounty #NJ #AtlanticCountyGrants #CitizenPortal #HealthBenefits

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Board urges stronger state safety rules for e‑bikes and scooters; commissioners seek public education push The Board unanimously adopted a resolution urging state lawmakers to strengthen safety requirements for electric‑assisted bicycles and scooters and encouraged local municipalities and police departments to run public‑education campaigns.

Atlantic County's Board is pushing for tougher safety laws for e-bikes and scooters after alarming crash incidents—will New Jersey lawmakers heed the call?

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#AtlanticCounty #NJ #CitizenPortal #LegislativeAction #TransportationSafety #AtlanticCountyPublicSafety #PublicEducation

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Commissioners approve emergency shared‑services agreement to house Mercer County juveniles at Atlantic County detention center After discussion and amendments limiting use to emergency placements, the Board adopted a shared‑services agreement allowing Mercer County to use Atlantic County’s juvenile detention beds when other contracted facilities are unavailable.

Mercer County's commissioners have approved a new emergency agreement allowing juvenile detainees to be housed at Atlantic County's detention center, ensuring timely placements during critical situations.

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#AtlanticCounty #NJ #CitizenPortal #AtlanticCountyJuvenileDetention

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Commissioners call for county AI guidelines and a task force after staff briefings Commissioners discussed current pilot uses of artificial intelligence in county departments and asked staff and legal counsel to develop guidelines; a training session and potential task force were mentioned.

Atlantic County commissioners are taking a bold step towards the future by pushing for AI oversight guidelines as departments begin pilot programs—will they lead the way in responsible AI use?

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#AtlanticCounty #NJ #PublicPolicy #CitizenPortal #AIEthics #GovernanceReform

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Atlantic County fire, EMS leaders renew push for centralized 911 dispatch citing NextGen 911 timeline County fire and EMS leaders urged the Atlantic County Board of Commissioners to pursue a centralized 911 call- and dispatch-center to address fragmented public-safety answering points (PSAPs), improve location accuracy under NextGen 911 and shorten response delays.

Atlantic County fire and EMS leaders are sounding the alarm on urgent delays caused by fragmented 911 dispatch centers, emphasizing the need for a centralized system before the NextGen 911 transition.

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#AtlanticCounty #NJ #CitizenPortal #EmergencyResponse #911Dispatch

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Commissioner raises concern about draft 3M judicial consent order and local cleanup liability Commissioner Bertino told the board that a draft judicial consent order involving 3M and the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection could leave local authorities and ratepayers responsible for PFAS cleanup costs, and he asked the board to join ACUA in asking DEP to revise the settlement.

Commissioner Bertino warns that a proposed deal with 3M could shift the burden of PFAS cleanup costs onto local governments and taxpayers, potentially costing millions.

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#AtlanticCounty #NJ #CitizenPortal #WastewaterCleanup #EnvironmentalImpact #AtlanticCountyUtilities

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🐘🏖️ Ready to meet NJ’s most famous elephant?

Lucy the Elephant is 6 stories tall, quirky, and full of charm. Snap a pic and climb inside!

🔗 Visit Lucy: storymaps.arcgis.com/stories/b6141cdecfe845ab...

#lucytheelepehant #atlanticcounty #margate #touristattractions

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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

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Happy #August #SouthJersey #Arts #History #Nonprofits! As we gain more information, we will share out everything we known from deadlines to workshops.

Learn More: https://loom.ly/Z23eXdM

#OceanCounty #BurlingtonCounty #AtlanticCounty #CapeMayCounty #Grants #CountyReGrants #Arts #History

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Speaker highlights valor of 442nd Regimental Combat Team in WWII Speaker commemorates 442nd's sacrifices, emphasizing their valor and recognition in U.S. history.

The 40th Annual Atlantic County Veterans Memorial Program honored the heroic sacrifices of the 442nd Regimental Combat Team, the most decorated unit in American history, while shining a light on the injustices they faced.

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#AtlanticCounty #NJ #CitizenPortal #EqualityInService

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Veterans Advisory Board Chair Mike Bongiorno honors American Legion Post 286 in Hamilton Mike Bongiorno recognizes veterans and expresses patriotism during a Hamilton Township event.

A powerful tribute to our veterans unfolded in Atlantic County, where community leaders united to honor their sacrifices and ignite conversations on patriotism and unity.

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#AtlanticCounty #NJ #CitizenPortal #CommunitySupport #CivicAccountability #AtlanticCountyVeterans

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John Daugherty honors Vietnam Veterans at 50th anniversary of war's end John Daugherty advocates for veterans and highlights Memorial Day's significance.

At the Atlantic County Veterans Memorial Program, John Daugherty's heartfelt tribute on the 50th anniversary of the Vietnam War reminded us all to honor the sacrifices of our veterans every day, not just on Memorial Day.

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#AtlanticCounty #NJ #CitizenPortal #MemorialDay

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Galloway, NJ #gallowaynj #atlanticcounty #re

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a woman is putting her hand on a man 's shoulder while talking to him . ALT: a woman is putting her hand on a man 's shoulder while talking to him .

Morning #SouthJersey! Staff is on site in #Gloucester and #AtlanticCounty for the #StocktonArts&CultureSummit & #LeadershipTouristPanel! If you're at either of these events come and say hi!

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Kristi Noem Uses Inmates at El Salvador Prison in Photo Op
Kristi Noem Uses Inmates at El Salvador Prison in Photo Op YouTube video by Inside Edition

#AtlanticCity cops illegally demand #Car passenger doesn't film, threatens #Violence against the #Passenger.

THIS is why the #ACLU is so Damn #Necessary

www.youtube.com/watch?v=1_tA...

#NJ #NewJersey #SouthJersey #AtlanticCounty #EggHarbor #Abescon #EggHarborTownship #BuenaVista #US #Rutgers

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a cartoon of two girls fighting in front of a sign that says " computer " ALT: a cartoon of two girls fighting in front of a sign that says " computer "

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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#AndyKim #NewJersey #AtlanticCounty #SomersetCounty #OceanCounty

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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 🫶

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