Two-thirds of Atlantic city's casinos have signed short-term contracts with the major casino workers' union, and the remaining three are negotiating similar agreements. According to Unite Here Local 54, it has signed agreements with six casinos, the most recent of which was Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City. The one year agreement was ratified by 99.3% of union members who cast ballots.
Female SWAT Team Officer
The Atlantic County Prosecutor's Office has chosen the first female operator for the region's SWAT team. The Prosecutor's Office said in a news statement on Tuesday that Detective Kayla Dodge was eligible for the assignment after passing the 2025 Special Weapons and Tactics selection procedure. The Prosecutor's Office is in charge of the multi-agency tactical squad known as the Atlantic County Regional SWAT team, which is made up of officers that have been specifically chosen from law enforcement organizations throughout the county. Beyond regular patrol duties, the squad reacts to high-risk situations that need for specific strategies, equipment, and training.
Rio Grande Purchase
Through its open space initiative, Cape May County purchased a piece of land in the township's Rio Grande area last month. For $520,000, the 3.2-acre property located at 3110 Shunpike Road was purchased. "Cape May County continues to promote the preservation of public land and to support conservation needs," a statement released on Tuesday by Leonard C. Desiderio, the commissioner director of Cape May County.
Toll Going Up For Downbeach Express
Getting to the shore will cost a little more for those heading in through the Margate Causeway.The Downbeach Express as the bridge and causeway is now known will increase to $2 for Class I drivers who have an Express Pass and $3 for those paying cash starting next Tuesday, June 16. BreakingAC.com reports that's a 20 percent increase for those without the pass who currently are paying $2.50 per trip, and a little more than 8 percent for those who have it with the discounted $1.85 told.
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