Archive for March, 2007
Vineland, NJ - A historic first for New Jersey in Cumberland County… “Favorites in Vineland” opens the first off track betting facility in the state to a packed house of horse racing enthusiasts.
3.29.2007 - The Palace of Depression
11:44 pm
Vineland, NJ - Amidst the ruins of what was once a famous tourist curiosity, a local historian explains the story behind The Palace of Depression, and recounts a vivid look at the man who created it, the eccentric George Daynor.
Atlantic City, NJ - The new recruits for the Atlantic City Fire Department are introduced to the new, strict manner in which their training will be conducted. This is also an historic moment for the city’s fire department: the first female fire fighter, Anne Gramlich, plans to join the ranks. But like the other recruits, she must prepare herself for the hard weeks of learning ahead.
Linwood, NJ - Its the first day of the city of Linwood’s outdoor smoking ban in public areas like parks and the bike path. In this video, a Linwood councilman with concerns over the constitutionality of this new law, speaks on the topic.
Atlantic City, NJ - Clowns invade the well known Whitehouse Sub Shop during the busy lunch time hour in an effort to promote the Ringling Brothers and Barnum & Bailey Circus show at Boardwalk Hall.
3.21.2007 - Pachyderm Parade into AC
12:17 am
Atlantic City, NJ - As per tradition, elephants are paraded down the Black Horse Pike and into Atlantic City’s Boardwalk Hall, where they will perform in the world famous Ringling Brothers and Barnum & Bailey Circus. They unusual site draws a large crowd of onlookers.
3.17.2007 - Pet Food Recall
10:10 pm
Absecon, NJ - In response to a FDA recall of tainted pet food that was found to sicken and sometimes kill dogs and cats all over the United States, local vets are inundated with calls from worried pet owners. A veterinary office in Absecon takes time out of their busy schedule to explain what they know about the problem, and offer advice on what owners should do if they find they had been feeding the tainted food to their pets.
Cape May Courthouse, NJ - Maria Caiafa lays eyes on Robert Higbee, the NJ state trooper charged with two counts of vehicular homicide in the accident that claimed the lives of her daughters, Christina and Jacqueline Becker. In an emotional moment, the two come face to face after Higbee’s arraignment.
Camden, NJ - Surrounded by his passionate family and supporters, former Atlantic City council president Craig Callaway takes his final steps as a free man, en route to his sentencing in federal court, having admitted to accepting bribes while in office. This procession ended up making headlines of its own, when tensions rose as loyal family members tried to shield Craig from news media outside the courthouse.
Vineland, NJ - An alleged cockfighting facility is busted, leaving animal control and the Cumberland County SPCA to clean up the mess, which involves euthanizing the quarantined birds. WARNING: This video contains images that may be considered disturbing to viewers. Discretion is advised.
