Rob Acampora
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Good August for Atlantic City – Casino Revenue Up for the 1st Time Since December
In the wake of more competition than ever for Atlantic City in the gambling world, the city received some encouraging news today that casino revenue was up 13% in the month of August.
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Surf’s Up This Weeked, but Proceed With Caution on the Ocean Water
When 6-foot waves are hitting along the Jersey Shore, surfers are gathering for their chance to attack these great waves, but many other will tread with some caution as Tropical Storm Leslie brings the surf with the threat of rip tides.
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Galloway Township Man Found Guilty of Murdering His Own Daughter
A jury deliberated for 2 hours today, had deliberated for 9 hours over the previous couple of days, and a 3-week trial came to a close finding a Galloway Township man guilty of murdering his newborn daughter by flinging her off a bridge 140 feet above the water.
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SoJO Celebrates the McMuffin Turning 40 on Saturday Morning in Bridgeton
This week marks the 40th anniversary of the Egg McMuffin, and SoJO 104.9 will celebrate this delicious creation Saturday morning at the newest McDonald's in South Jersey.
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“Hearsay” Brings Guilty Verdict to Drew Peterson for Murder
Word has broken this Thursday afternoon that former Chicago area police officer Drew Peterson has been found guilty of murdering his 3rd wife based on secondhand hearsay.
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“The Playlist” Salutes The Working Class Heroes, Musically
As Labor Day passed on Monday - saluting all of us who work hard to try to make ends meet - "The Playlist" has found a way to pay tribute to the yearly September holiday with songs that tie to the working class heroes in all of us.
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“Honey Boo Boo” Phenomenon Brings $$$ to TLC, but How Much to Her? [POLL]
Alana Thompson is the star of the surprise hit on TLC - "Here Comes Honey Boo Boo"! The show has found an audience and major buzz for a 7-yr-old and her family, but the fact is Honey Boo Boo is not getting rich off this show ..... yet?!?!
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Outdoor Gambling in Atlantic City Was a Hit at the Golden Nugget [POLL]
The Golden Nugget made history over the weekend as they became the first Atlantic City casino to offer outdoor gambling. The end result was a hit with visitors!
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The Democrats Jersey Guy at the DNC is “Kumar”
As the Democrats now have their chance to have the attention of the country this week in Charlotte, last night they pulled out their "Jersey Guy" to address future voters - proving that there is a lot more to Kal Penn then his famous alter ego.
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Is It Too Early Too See What the Coming Winter May Be Like?
Summer may not be over yet, but many stores are preparing the fall to come, so it may be too early to look at the what the winter may bring this season ...... Sometimes it's better to be forewarned!
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iPhone 5 Is Coming – Are You Wanting? [POLL]
One thing about technology that we have to accept is how quickly it can change - new apps, new improvements, new models, and all for the sake for you to have the newest and the best at all times. Come September 12th, the iPhone goes one step further again!
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5 Things About Michael Clarke Duncan You May Not Know
Hollywood sits in shock today as one of its own passes suddenly after indications were he was recovering.
Michael Clarke Duncan is gone too soon, at the age of 54, and many will remember him with love and affection.
SoJO salutes this Oscar nominee, and presents some things about him that you may not have known.