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Dave’s Hot Chicken is scheduled to open its first Atlantic County restaurant at the Ocean Heights Plaza in Somers Point this Friday. The fast-casual chain, which specializes in halal chicken tenders and sliders with seven customizable spice levels, will host a soft opening on Thursday ahead of its official debut. The new restaurant is part… The post Dave’s Hot Chicken Opens First Atlantic County Location in Somers Point appeared first on Coast News Today.

Cape May County is packed with festive activities this Halloween weekend, offering a variety of spooky attractions across the region. In Cape May, the historic Physick Estate is hosting multiple events, including a free miniature Halloween village exhibit and guided after-dark ghost tours. Meanwhile, families looking for fun elsewhere in the county can head to… The post Halloween Weekend Packed with Spooky Events Across Cape May County appeared first on Coast News Today.

According to AccuWeather, Cape May County residents can look forward to a stretch of dry, sunny fall weather leading up to Halloween. Temperatures along the coast will gradually warm throughout the week, climbing from the low 60s into the mid-70s by Friday. Trick-or-treaters can expect comfortable conditions on Saturday with partly sunny skies and highs… The post Picture-Perfect Halloween Weekend Forecast for Cape May County appeared first on Coast News Today.

A New Jersey Lottery player is taking home a $200,000 prize after purchasing a winning scratch-off ticket in Ocean County. The 20X winning ticket was sold at the Krauszer’s on Hooper Avenue in Toms River. It was one of sixteen tickets worth at least $10,000 sold across the state last week, which also included a… The post Toms River Convenience Store Sells $200,000 Winning Scratch-Off Ticket appeared first on Coast News Today.

The City of Wildwood Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting on October 28, 2026, to discuss and vote on multiple municipal updates. The agenda features a formal presentation of the Boardwalk Redevelopment Plan, followed by a public hearing and potential adoption of the project’s ordinance. Additionally, commissioners will consider amending local regulations regarding… The post Wildwood Commissioners to Vote on Boardwalk Redevelopment Plan appeared first on Coast News Today.

A 55-year-old arson suspect from Egg Harbor Township surrendered to police Monday morning following a three-hour armed standoff at the Absecon Sports Complex. The incident prompted temporary neighborhood evacuations and placed nearby schools on a shelter-in-place status while SWAT teams and crisis negotiators worked to de-escalate the barricaded man. Authorities safely resolved the situation without… The post Arson Suspect Surrenders After Three-Hour Standoff in Absecon appeared first on Coast News Today.

After years of serving the local community, George’s Place West on Route 47 in Rio Grande will officially close its doors on Sunday, November 1st. The Kara Restaurant Group announced the closure on social media, noting that while the decision was difficult, their three other Cape May County locations will remain open. Management is urging… The post George’s Place West in Rio Grande to Close November 1st appeared first on Coast News Today.

After more than 30 years of helping local families find their holiday centerpieces, the owners of Littleworth Tree Farm in Upper Township have listed the property for $1.4 million. Karl and Janet Yunghans announced their retirement from the nearly ten-acre farm, citing the growing physical demands of maintaining the property as they age. The turnkey… The post Beloved Cape May County Christmas Tree Farm Listed for $1.4 Million appeared first on Coast News Today.

The head of the Wildwood Crest beach patrol has pleaded guilty to careless driving after running over a sunbather with a municipal vehicle this past July. As part of a plea agreement, John “Bud” Johnson was fined approximately $340, while more serious charges of leaving the scene and failing to report the accident were dropped.… The post Wildwood Crest Lifeguard Chief Pleads Guilty to Careless Driving appeared first on Coast News Today.

A uniquely shaped, 16-sided beachfront home in the Villas has hit the market for just under $800,000, drawing four offers within its first 24 hours. Built in 1965 and sitting high on a Delaware Bay dune, the three-bedroom property offers panoramic water views and a wrap-around deck. Although the house is a familiar local landmark,… The post Unique 16-Sided Beachfront Home in Villas Attracts Immediate Offers appeared first on Coast News Today.