Halloween in the Atlantic City Region

Calling all ghosts, ghouls, and witches! Halloween is creeping into Atlantic City, bringing a lineup of thrilling entertainment, festive parties, and family-friendly experiences to the destination and region. Whether you want to dress up and dance the night away, catch a spooky show, or enjoy some Halloween fun with the family, there are plenty of ways to celebrate.

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Congressman Van Drew Leads Federal Response to Nor’easter Disaster

Today, Congressman Van Drew led a tour of South Jersey shore communities impacted by the recent nor’easter to assess storm damage, discuss federal disaster assistance, and review long-term coastal protection needs. Joining him were senior officials from FEMA and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, including Performing Assistant Secretary for the Army D. Lee Forsgren, Interim Deputy Commanding General for Civil and Emergency Operations Brigadier General Geoffrey Van Epps, and FEMA Region 2 Administrator Christopher Hartnett. Representatives from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Philadelphia District and the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection also participated, along with state, county, and local officials.

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TOUCH-A-TRUCK Event!

Visit Gloucester Township Police’s Special Response Team and Community Outreach Team, along with Gloucester Township Fire Departments, TODAY October 3rd from 11 AM to 3 PM at Gloucester Premium Outlets, Parking Lot E near the Michael Kors entrance, for the annual Touch-A-Truck event!

Explore an exciting variety of local vehicles, including our BearCat Armored Vehicle, Community Outreach Gaming Truck, fire trucks, street sweepers, and more! Enjoy family-friendly activities, meet local community heroes, and experience these impressive vehicles up close. FREE admission and fun for all ages! This year’s event is held in partnership with the Gloucester Township Fire Department’s Fire Safety Event!

U.S. Parents Gave $26.6 Billion to Their Adult Children in 2024

About 2.6 million U.S. parents provided $26.6 billion in financial support to 3.7 million children 21 or over who lived outside their households, according to the U.S. Census Bureau’s 2025 Survey of Income and Program Participation (SIPP).

This does not take into account money parents spent on adult children living at home. In 2024, 58.3% of men and 56.4% of women ages 18 to 34 lived with their parents.

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SBA Disaster Assistance Available for New Jersey Businesses, Private Nonprofits 

The U.S. Small Business Administration announced the availability of low-interest federal  disaster loans for eligible small businesses and private nonprofit organizations impacted by  drought beginning April 26. 

Eligible Counties 

New Jersey: Atlantic, Burlington, Camden, Cape May, Cumberland, Gloucester, Mercer, Monmouth,  Ocean, and Salem 

Delaware: Kent and Newcastle 

Pennsylvania: Bucks, Delaware, and Philadelphia 

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PA archery season starts Saturday!

Pennsylvania’s statewide deer archery season opens this Saturday, October 3 and runs through November 20, then reopens from December 26-January 24.

If you hunt from an elevated stand, always wear a full-body safety harness whenever your feet leave the ground.

Good luck. Have fun. Hunt safely.

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Overnight Incidents

On September 30, 2026, at approximately 5:00 p.m., 3rd District officers responded to Pat’s King of Steaks, 1237 E. Passyunk Avenue, for a reported assault.

Police learned that a male allegedly threw a cheesesteak at an employee’s face before fleeing. The employee was not injured.

On October 1, 2026, the male turned himself in to police and was charged with the summary offense of Harassment. His name is not releasable.

 15TH District – Shooting

On September 30, 2026, at approximately 3:50 p.m., a 24-year-old male walked into Jefferson Frankford Hospital suffering from a gunshot wound to his lower back.

The victim was placed in stable condition. The scene was located on the 4200 block of Vista Street and held for investigation.

No arrests have been made at this time.

This investigation remains active and ongoing with the Shooting Investigation Group.

Anyone with information about this incident are asked to contact the Philadelphia Police Department.

Anonymous tips can be submitted by calling 215-686-TIPS (8477).

Westville Contingent Meets With 55 Developers

Westville, NJ (CNBNews)–On Wednesday, September 16th, Westville officials attended  “30 Mayors & 30 Developers” held at Rowan College of South Jersey. The attendees included Mayor Sims, Council

President Nordaby, Councilmember Lawrence, Administrator Giles, Superintendent Finger of DPW and Planning & Business Development Committee member and resident Renee Gay.

The event was designed for towns to showcase and promote their respective towns wants and needs related to redevelopment and attracting businesses to their downtown business district. The Westville contingent were able to connect and network with many of the approximately 55 redevelopers who signed up to attend this event. 

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Westville Welcomes New Restaurant; See Important Dates

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WESTVILLE, NJ (October 1, 2026)(CNBNews)-Mayor Fritz Sims along with Councilman Lawrence recently welcomed owner Osiris Portorreal and his staff of the Dominican Cafe & Restaurant to the community. The Domican Cafe and Restaurant is located at 183 Broadway. 

Sims thanked the owner for establishing his business in the community of Westville. Osiris received a borough welcoming packet from the mayor on behalf of the community. 

Third Legislative District representatiives and Gloucester County Commissioners attended the event.  The mayor encouraged all residents to visit the Domican Cafe and he asked the public to SHOP LOCAL!

Important October Dates

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