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🌱 How a Meadowlands mega-complex could shake Atlantic City’s convention economy
Also, don't miss Bub Club at The Pool at Harrah's on the Atlantic City Patch calendar
Greetings Atlantic City! Your go-to source for what's happening in town is here. Stay in the loop and read on. ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
- How a Meadowlands mega-complex could shake Atlantic City's convention economy
- See where Atlantic County deputies made arrests in and around Atlantic City
Also on today's calendar: Bub Club at The Pool at Harrah's .
Today's riddle: Why did the man leave his watch in the bank? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Tuesday: Mostly sunny and humid, with a high of 82 and low of 71 degrees.
- Wednesday: Mostly sunny and very warm, temps: high: 87, low: 72. 🌶 Hot!
- Thursday: Some sun with a shower or two, with a high of 84 and low of 71 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Former CRDA Director on Atlantic City Convention competition (downbeachbuzz.com) — Atlantic City's convention business and hotel jobs could face serious pressure from a proposed mega-convention and gaming complex at the Meadowlands, according to former CRDA director Jim Kennedy. He warns that losing midweek convention traffic, plus potential North Jersey casino expansion and diverted state investment, could undercut the city's hotel occupancy, gaming revenues, and broader revitalization efforts. 
• Atlantic County, NJ, Sheriff's Latest Arrests For July 31-Aug 13, 2026 (wpgtalkradio.com) — Atlantic County Sheriff's officers report a series of recent arrests that heavily involve Atlantic City, including residents picked up in the city on warrants for drug possession, non-support, robbery, and other charges. The log, covering July 31 to August 13, details where suspects live, where they were arrested, and the types of warrants executed across the county.
📸 Around Atlantic City
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🗓 Upcoming Events in Atlantic City
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- Bub Club at The Pool at Harrah's →
Harrah's Resort Atlantic City - A Caesars Rewards Destination, 777 Harrah's Blvd, Atlantic City
8:00 pm
Saturday August 22
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🗓 Events Nearby
- Joyful Storytime--Outdoor Edition →
Brigantine Branch - Atlantic County Library System, 201 15th St S, Brigantine
10:30 am - Curious Card Games →
Pleasantville Branch - Atlantic County Library System, 33 Martin Luther King Jr Ave, Pleasantville
5:30 pm - Sunset at Ski Beach Concert
Ventnor City Ski Beach at Dorset Ave & Burke Ave, Ventnor, New Jersey 08406
5:30 pm - Board of Education Meeting/Work Session
Margate City School District 3rd Floor Boardroom/Ross
6:00 pm - Tech Tuesdays & Thursdays →
Marjorie & Lewis Katz JCC, 501 N Jerome Ave, Margate City
11:00 am - Atlantic City Boys →
Tropicana Atlantic City - A Caesars Rewards Destination, 2831 Boardwalk, Atlantic City
3:30 pm - Ventnor City Farmers Market
Ventnor City 6201 Atlantic Ave, , NJ 08406
8:30 am - Goudy Lifeguard Races
Ventnor City Beach Events 6202 Atlantic Ave, Ventnor City, NJ 08406
6:30 pm - Bee Gees Gold →
Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Atlantic City, 1000 Boardwalk, Atlantic City
3:00 pm - Summer Beach Jam Concerts
Ventnor City Beach Events Newport Avenue Beach
5:30 pm - Ventnor City Planning Board Meeting As Needed
Ventnor City Hall at 6201 Atlantic Ave, , New Jersey 08406
6:30 pm
Tuesday August 18
Wednesday August 19
Thursday August 20
Friday August 21
Saturday August 22
Monday August 24
Have we missed something on our calendar? Add an event yourself! As always, before attending confirm event details to ensure accuracy.
💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Michigan Ave Feral & Stray Cats Of Atlantic City.
Lucky Miracle 1 year later. He is a huge happy boy. My chocolate pudding cup. (Nextdoor Rail Way) - Michigan Ave Feral & Stray Cats Of Atlantic City.
Bryce is still missing from my Michigan Ave colony. Any information about him is better than not knowing. He's ear tipped, friendly but if he doesn… (Nextdoor Rail Way)
- Evolution Gaming posted a job opening for Team Manager (Overnight) in Atlantic City. Apply here.
- Landry's, Inc. posted a job opening for EVS Cleaner-Hotel (Seasonal) in Atlantic City. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Atlantic City here.
🗞 Nearby News
Pleasantville
- Sheriff's Sale Set for Pleasantville Property on Belmont A (snjtoday.com)
- Atlantic County Animal Shelter Offers Half-Price Pet Adopt (snjtoday.com)
Margate City
- Ventnor Screening: A Torah's Journey Home (downbeachbuzz.com)
Galloway
- Driver Dies After Being Ejected From Motorcycle In NJ, Police Say (patch.com)
Ok Atlantic City! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: So he could save time! (Thank you Lorraine S. for sending it in!)
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