Brigantine boring? That’s crazy talk. Maybe we need a cohesive plan to unlock the value of this Jersey jewel called Brigantine Beach? It certainly does have a more laid back vibe than other shore locations. But our amazing Brigantine beaches are second to none. Our homes are currently under-valued….but ready […]
Brigantine Real Estate brokers, agents & builders know the truth. Brigantine’s most important economic driver is Real Estate. Home building, buying, selling, repair, home-lifting, bulkheads, kitchen & bath upgrades, landscaping, painting, insurance, etc. This is just a small sampling of what drives the economy on Brigantine Island. When that Real
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Brigantine school consolidation is not needed. That’s what Brigantine Mayor Phil Guenther and School Superintendent; Brian Pruitt reported last week via a highly questionable document called: Brigantine Public Schools Consolidation Study. (click to read) This so-called study was released to the general public, just minutes before it was voted upon and approved
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The Democratic municipal chairman for Brigantine; Jerry Szucs submitted 3rd ward nominations to the City Clerk; Lynn Sweeney on December 11. Szucs was delivering three names to fill the vacant seat of former Brigantine 3rd ward councilman Joe Picardi, who recently retired prior to the end of his term. The
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Does Brigantine shy away from digital technology? That’s a question being asked by residents after learning of Brigantine’s limited interest in subsidized Police body cams. This comes on the heels of Police Chief / City Webmaster Tim Reed’s recent decision to cancel the on-demand webcasts of City Council meetings. Many
Fire Chief Holl Saw Digital Deficiencies. Brigantine Avoids Tech? Read More »
The city-owned golf course, The Links at Brigantine, will end 2015 with at least $300,000 worth of debt. Local taxpayers will handle the shortfall. Watch video from July 2009. Council is made aware that taxpayers will ultimately start covering mounting losses. Mayor Guenther references the infamous Meadowbrook Golf. WATCH VIDEO.
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Will Brigantine taxpayers see much needed relief anytime soon? ‘Not likely’, says a growing number of concerned citizens. Explosive school district costs will tax relief a non-starter. Twelve new hires have recently been added to the Brigantine City Hall staff. Over 30 employees make over $100K (not counting OT, Health
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Brigantine City Council from DEC 2, 2015. Announcement made that Joe Piccardi (D) has resigned from council. A $4 million un-funded liability still exists for Brigantine taxpayers. Council may use ACIA; Atlantic County Improvement Authority, to manage golf course. Taxpayers may still liable for certain Brigantine golf course expenses, even if
Brigantine considered an American ghost town? Ouch. That’s what a national website called 24/7 Wall St. thinks. Sure, Brig has its challenges. But the real fear for all of us with financial skin in the game……is this how OTHERS think about our Brigantine Beach? Of course, perception often is reality.
Brigantine welcomed a new resident on Sunday morning, Nov. 29. “Nell Kennedy is happy and healthy, and weighed 6 lbs. at birth,” said parents Patrick and Amy Kennedy. Harper, Owen and Nora Kennedy – were “over the moon” to meet their new little sister. People Magazine had the exclusive photo of
The former CVS Pharmacy at 9th and Brigantine Ave., will soon be a brand new retail outlet. Early reports suggest that this sizable property will house a hybrid gift, surf, beach wear shopping experience. Exact inventory has yet to be determined, but with a large retail space like this, look
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Brigantine is for the birds. The 2015 Piping Plover breeding report is out. It looks like this endangered little shorebird is in the mood for love. “The rebound in New Jersey’s piping plover breeding population and a second consecutive year of robust chick productivity was a much needed outcome,” said
The famous Pirate’s Den in Brigantine. A cute & tasty little place on the north end of Brigantine Island, overlooking the seawall & oceanfront. Serving breakfast, lunch & dinner for over 45 years. CALL 609-266-1927 “Highly recommended for breakfast, lunch or dinner.” Click Below to View Menus Breakfast Menu. 7:30a. til 2:30p
A 24 yr old Brigantine man is in serious condition after a violent car accident on Tuesday night. Witnesses told police they saw John Rios driving erratically at a high rate of speed before crashing into a utility pole on the eastbound lane of Route 30, near the Bayview Motel
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The City of Brigantine is working on upgrading it’s streetscapes. The city hosted a meeting for the local business community recently. The focus was a re-design of the central business district of Brigantine. Presentations were made by a Philadelphia landscape architectural firm. Two different designs were presented to attendees. A
