92.7 WOBM » NJ

Margaritaville Complex Opens At AC's Resorts

Townsquare News Network — Thu, 23 May 2013 19:19:42 +0000

Atlantic City's oldest casino now has a new entertainment attraction.

Visitors Experience First Taste of Shore After Sandy [SERIES]

Ilya Hemlin — Thu, 23 May 2013 15:01:52 +0000

This is the fourth story in a five-day series titled, Revisiting the Jersey Shore After Sandy. In this part we talk with the first wave of visitors to the Shore about what brought them out, about their memories and their expectations.

Read More|Comment

Governor Chris Christie Embraces His "Mission" [AUDIO]

David Matthau — Thu, 23 May 2013 14:00:32 +0000

As New Jersey Governor Chris Christie travels around the state these days, he's telling folks at his town hall meetings and at boardwalk re-opening ceremonies that his job as Governor has turned into a "sacred mission" to restore and rebuild after Superstorm Sandy.
Read More|Comment

Poverty Spreading To New Jersey's Suburbs [AUDIO]

Kevin McArdle — Thu, 23 May 2013 13:00:10 +0000

More children are living in poverty in every corner of the Garden State, including the wealthiest counties.
Read More|Comment

The Party's Over at F-Cove [AUDIO]

Rosetta Key — Thu, 23 May 2013 09:53:13 +0000

Do not expect to see wild boat parties or DJs blasting music from barges in two man-made lagoons in Ocean County anymore.
Read More|Comment

A New Plan To Protect Disabled New Jersey Drivers [AUDIO]

David Matthau — Thu, 23 May 2013 09:36:14 +0000

Beginning August 1st, the New Jersey Motor Vehicle Commission will require drivers with disabilities to get re-certified by a doctor every three years in order to get a handicapped placard and license plates for their car.
Read More|Comment

Christie To Tornado Victims: Be Strong [VIDEO/AUDIO]

Dino Flammia — Thu, 23 May 2013 09:27:58 +0000

The disturbing images of tornado-ravaged Oklahoma towns have reignited some memories of the devastation in New Jersey immediately following Superstorm Sandy.
Read More|Comment

NJ Red Light Cameras Still A Scam, Says Assemblyman [AUDIO]

Kevin McArdle — Thu, 23 May 2013 09:25:45 +0000

An agreement to partially refund some New Jersey drivers for fines they paid as a result of the red light camera program is on hold until a final 'approval of settlement' hearing that is scheduled for September 12th.
Read More|Comment

Traveling This Holiday Weekend? You Won't Be Alone [POLL/AUDIO]

Kelly Waldron — Thu, 23 May 2013 09:20:28 +0000

If you're headed out on the roadways in New Jersey this holiday weekend, you'll have thousands of travelers with you.
Read More|Comment

Federal Reserve Uncertain About Ending Stimulus [AUDIO]

Joe Cutter — Thu, 23 May 2013 09:15:50 +0000

The Federal Reserve right now is debating whether its economic stimulus program should continue or be curtailed, and their decision may have a deep impact on growth.
Read More|Comment

Online Bets Can Help Atlantic City Market Grow

Townsquare News Network — Wed, 22 May 2013 15:29:20 +0000

The folks who write the checks that help keep Atlantic City's casinos afloat say Internet gambling can help revive the market's flagging fortunes.
Read More|Comment

NJ Democrats Want to Halt College Building Funds

Townsquare News Network — Wed, 22 May 2013 15:24:56 +0000

Some Democratic lawmakers in New Jersey want to block the state from helping to pay for construction at two religious schools.
Read More|Comment

Why Are NJ School Teachers Missing Classes? [AUDIO]

David Matthau — Wed, 22 May 2013 15:00:59 +0000

Many Garden State parents are wondering why their child's teacher has been absent from school so much this spring.
Read More|Comment

$20K Reward Offered after NJ Officer's Home is Firebombed

Townsquare News Network — Wed, 22 May 2013 14:53:42 +0000

Officials are offering a $20,000 reward for the arrest and conviction of the person responsible for firebombing a New Jersey police officer's home.
Read More|Comment

Shore Businesses Face Tough Road To Recovery Post-Sandy [SERIES]

Ilya Hemlin — Wed, 22 May 2013 14:44:38 +0000

This is the third story in a five-day series titled, Revisiting the Jersey Shore After Sandy. In Part III we ask local businesses about the path of rebuilding after the storm and about reopening in time for Memorial Day.
Read More|Comment

NJ Becoming More Business Friendly, Says CEOs [AUDIO]

Kevin McArdle — Wed, 22 May 2013 13:00:09 +0000

Against the backdrop of a still-struggling economy, New Jersey continues to make improvements in the eyes of CEOs over the past year both as a place to do business and expand their businesses, according to the newly-released 2013 C-Suite Survey conducted by the Rutgers University Bloustein School.
Read More|Comment

NJ Tornadoes Aren't Uncommon [AUDIO]

Dino Flammia — Wed, 22 May 2013 10:34:32 +0000

A tornado the size and magnitude of the one that rocked Oklahoma this week has never been seen in New Jersey, according to records and anecdotal accounts, but the Garden State is not immune to twisters.
Read More|Comment

How Much Does A Family Of Four Cost In NJ? [AUDIO]

David Matthau — Wed, 22 May 2013 10:30:55 +0000

A new Gallup poll finds many Americans think a family of four needs about $58,000 a year to get by in their community, but most New Jerseyans believe the total should be a lot higher.
Read More|Comment

Is Statewide All-Day Kindergarten a Good Idea? [AUDIO]

Kevin McArdle — Wed, 22 May 2013 10:11:05 +0000

Is it a good idea to offer full-day kindergarten statewide in New Jersey?
Read More|Comment

Bill Closes Loophole for Sex Offenders [AUDIO]

Kelly Waldron — Wed, 22 May 2013 10:09:00 +0000

Working with children would be prohibited for sex offenders, who are considered a risk to repeat their crimes, under a bill that's been introduced by Assemblywomen Caroline Casagrande and Pamela Lampitt.
Read More|Comment