A marijuana lounge is headed for an Atlantic City hotel just off the Boardwalk
The Claridge Hotel is making space on what used to be its casino floor for a cannabis dispensary and lounge that could open as soon as this summer. The state is finalizing its approval of regulations on legalized consumption lounges, where customers can smoke, vaporize or eat cannabis products they’ve purchased at dispensaries in a […]
Pleasantville approves redevelopment agreement for former Press office
The City Council issued a resolution last week to execute a redevelopment agreement with the Ideal Institute of Technology for the former Press of Atlantic City office building. The Feb. 6 agreement functionally rezones the property to allow for the operation of a vocational school at the site. Rick Ginnetti, a consultant for the city, […]
New protections for temporary workers
A major upgrade of legal protections for an estimated 130,000 temporary workers in New Jersey will go into effect later this year after Gov. Phil Murphy formally enacted a “Temporary Workers’ Bill of Rights” on Monday. Worker advocates are cheering Murphy’s action, saying it puts New Jersey at the top of a list of states […]
Car-centric developer would pay $115 million for Bader Field, clean up pollution
The investors who want to build a $2.7 billion, car-centric community on Bader Field would pay the city $115 million for the site and make about $350 million in infrastructure improvements before beginning construction on housing and a 2.4-mile-track for high-performance cars. The group would also clean up an underground plume of old aviation fuel […]
Members Network and Relax at Red Door Spa in Galloway
After another rigorous Tax Day, members gathered at Elizabeth Arden Red Door Spa in Galloway, NJ for a relaxing networking mixer. While meeting other local business professionals, members were able to take advantage of complimentary treatments and tour the beautiful facility. Thanks to all of the attendees and to Red Door Spa for being such […]
Lunch at Carrabba’s – Full of Energy
The Chamber’s networking luncheon at Carrabba’s Italian Grill in Egg Harbor was full of energy and valuable networking opportunities. Members of the Chamber and soon-to-be members exchanged cards, concepts and conversations as they indulged in a delightful dining experience. Thanks to South Jersey Gas for sponsoring this great event. [button url=”https://www.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.10152927576203969.1073741870.397667543968&type=1″ color=”orange” size=”medium”]Facebook Photo Gallery[/button]
VIDEO: Airshow ‘Thunder’ Gives Boom to Business
The 2014 Atlantic City Airshow “Thunder Over the Boardwalk” most certainly achieved the Greater Atlantic City’s goal of bringing business to Atlantic County. ARTICLE: The Press of Atlantic City – Airshow VIDEO: Atlantic City Weekly – Airshow
New Connections Made at Smithville Inn
It was a beautiful spring evening at the Smithville Inn in Galloway, NJ. Greater AC Chamber members gathered to welcome some of our newest members along with new member prospects. The event marked a mid-point in the Chamber’s ongoing campaign to attract new members from the region’s business community. Chamber President, Joe Kelly, made remarks […]
ACA Reveals DO AC Update for Chamber Members
Liza Cartmell of the Atlantic City Alliance revealed the organization’s annual DO AC campaign update to a crowd of Chamber members and local business representatives at the Sheraton in Atlantic City. This event was a continuation of an annual tradition to include the business community on key strategies that help promote our region and boost […]
Chamber’s New Member Campaign is in Full Gear
Plenty of new business professionals came out to mix with existing Chamber members last night for our first Membership Campaign Report Party and Mixer. Congressman LoBiondo also came out to socialize with Chamber members. Thanks to the team at Steve and Cookies By the Bay for their outstanding hospitality. We hope to welcome lots of […]