Anyone deserving of an ‘Honorable Menschen,’ can contact Howard Berger via his e-mail: Howardberger9798@aol.com or by fax: 822-3670.

After 55 years in business, “Talk Of The Walk” remains the longest operating casino boutique in Atlantic City “and we’re proud of our longevity,” loudly proclaims its founder, Marc Lovitz, and his son, Geoffrey (34), in the business 15 years and in charge of operations. “We started out in 1954 as a seasonal souvenir business the “ABC GRA Shop” –

Ann, Blanch and children, Al and Milton Lovitz (father and uncle, respectively) wives and kids.” In the late ‘50s and early ‘60s they evolved into a popular priced women’s clothes business with five AC Boardwalk shops. Marc and wife, Sharon, opened their upscale store in 1979 when Caesars opened, and were there 27 successful years. They were also in Harrahs (25 years) and Resorts (10 years) and are currently in Trump Marina. Stores also are located in Northfield, Stone Harbor, Atlantic City International Airport, Beach Haven and the Hard Rock Casino in Hollywood, Florida. Their website is www.talkofthewalk.com. “After all these years I work full time and have never lost the retail excitement,” declared Marc, adding, “My son Geoffrey is the third generation in the business while my fourth generation grandchildren – Jacob (7) Manu ( 3) and Eliana (1) are being groomed for the 2030 summer season.” Mazel Tov to quite a family dynasty!

PSYCHOLOGIST MURRAY GEGNER AND MAE LEAVING AREA AFTER HIS ILLUSTRIOUS CAREER

As a psychologist Murray Gegner (Ph.D. has chalked up 54 years in an illustrious career, but all good things at some time have to be concluded and at the end of this month Murray and Mae are leaving for an assisted living facility near their daughter’s home in New Hope, Pa. After his more than half century in Margate, Dr. Gegner can look back at a career with much satisfaction and accomplishments. His career was launched in 1955 at Ancora State Hospital starting the Alcoholics Anonymous program, followed by founding the local Diabetic Assn. for families suffering from that disease. “Later Senator Frank Farley spearheaded passage of a law licensing marriage counselors, including myself, appointing me to the state’s licensing board.” Another accomplishment occurred when Superior Court Judge James Cafiero, with the late AC Press reporter Sonny Schwartz and Pinky Kravitz, launched the Big Brothers Assn. of Atlantic County naming him its first director. “Over the years I crossed paths with many outstanding local people and I wish every one of you the very best life has to offer.” HM wishes Murray and Mae a great retirement. You earned it and we’ll miss you.

WW 2 MARINE VET ARTHUR PESKOE AMONG 10 HONORED BY LEGION POST

Much decorated World War 2 Marine veteran

Arthur Peskoe holds Purple Heart and Bronze Star awards. Peskoe, a major with the Fourth Marine Division, which was awarded two Presidential Unit Citations, fought in four major Pacific battles – Roi- Namur, Saipan, Tinian (where late in the war against Japan was the Atomic bombs base) and the very bloody Iwo Jima. Peskoe has added another honor – cited with nine other World War 2 vets by Atlantic City’s Kenneth B. Hawkins American Legion Post No. 61. “I am honored by my selection with much pride in serving my country,” said Peskoe, who resides in Ventnor with his wife, Elaine. He has been active in his Jewish community life as a past president of the Jewish Federation and Congregation Beth Judah. Arthur you are HM’s Honorable Mensch of the month for your noble and distinguished service.

STOCKTON’S DR. ISRAEL POSNER COEDITS BOOK ON CASINOS’ IMPACT ON ATLANTIC CITY

With chapters contributed by Spectrum Gaming’s CEO Michael Pollock, AC Convention and Visitor’s Authority President Jeff Vasser, Stockton Professor Israel Posner and other faculty members have combined with a descriptive book on gaming in Atlantic City. The volume – “Casino Gaming in Atlantic City: A Thirty Year Retrospective” – which was unveiled recently is co-edited by Professors Posner (Ph.D.) and Bryan Terrell (Ph.D.) with a detailed chapter by Superior Court Judge and former State Senator Steven P. Perskie, credited with bringing casino gaming to Atlantic City. “This book is a compilation of research papers documenting how casino gambling has impacted Atlantic City and the region and state (the current downturn considered) stated Posner, executive director of the Stockton Institute for Gaming Management at Stockton. He said, “This book offers a detailed look at the 30-year history of casino gaming here and offers the first comprehensive review of gaming’s impact.” The book can be purchased on line for $75 by going to www.stockton.edu/gaming or at the Carnegie Library in Atlantic City. “It’s worth the price,” said Posner.

ARM’S MICHAEL NEUSTADTER SAYS NATIONAL QUALITY AWARD CITES “OUTSTANDING SERVICE”

At the recent awarding to AtlantiCare of the prestigious 2009 Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award, AtlantiCare Board of Trustees member

Michael Neustadter praised the area community for playing a key role in the honor. “The community deserves praise for supporting our ways,” he said, adding, “the award process ensures recognition of only the most outstanding organizations and people behind them.” What makes this award more prestigious is that AtlantiCare was one of only five hospitals in the nation recognized by President Obama for delivering excellent health care. With 70 applicants vying for the honor, David P.Tilton, president and CEO of AtlantiCare, said, “This recognition has great meaning for our organization because it affirms our 22 year quest for excellence.”