Originally called Wrangleboro, Port Republic, NJ was a hotbed for American privateers in the Revolution! Site of the 1778 Battle of Chestnut Neck, it was renamed in 1832 to honor its maritime roots and American freedom. #PortRepublicNJ #NJHistory #NewJersey #AtlanticCounty #AmericanHistory

With rising premiums and a looming $43.7 million cost, county advisers warn that the state health plan is the safest bet amidst a troubling market landscape.

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A local resident is sounding the alarm on data centers in Atlantic County, warning that unchecked development could jeopardize our precious water and air quality.

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Visit Atlantic City's convention center risks losing $147 million in business unless urgent investments are made to modernize its facilities and infrastructure.

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Atlantic County is rallying to save the Sheraton Hotel and enhance the Convention Center to secure the future of major events in the area!

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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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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.

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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!

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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.
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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

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