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Ocean City has reopened the entire 2.5-mile stretch of its boardwalk following the completion of a reconstruction project between St. Charles Place and Fifth Street. The $4.9 million project, funded primarily by a state grant, involved replacing the substructure and decking to ensure the walkway can support emergency vehicles and heavy foot traffic. While the… The post Ocean City Reopens Full Length of Boardwalk Following Repairs appeared first on Coast News Today.

A Somers Point man employed as a pre-Kindergarten teacher’s aide at Woodbine Elementary School was arrested Sunday for the alleged sexual assault of multiple children. Authorities state that 43-year-old Shaun M. Stubbins faces numerous charges, including aggravated sexual assault and the production of child pornography, for acts dating back to 2014. Stubbins is currently being… The post School Aide Arrested on Child Sexual Assault Charges appeared first on Coast News Today.

An Egg Harbor Township man faces attempted murder and weapons charges following a late-night stabbing Tuesday in the Whitesboro section of Middle Township. Authorities say 38-year-old Andrew Enman allegedly stabbed a 43-year-old acquaintance in the neck and shoulder during an argument on Reeves Street. Enman was apprehended a short distance from the scene after fleeing… The post Attempted Murder Charges Filed in Middle Township Stabbing appeared first on Coast News Today.

Cape May County school districts are set to receive a collective $1.2 million increase in state aid under Governor Mikie Sherrill’s proposed $60.7 billion budget for 2027. While 13 districts in the county will see funding gains, four districts—Middle, Avalon, Stone Harbor, and Sea Isle City—are slated for reductions under the state’s current funding formula.… The post Cape May County Schools to See State Aid Boost appeared first on Coast News Today.

An Atlantic City man is in custody facing aggravated manslaughter charges following the death of his three-month-old daughter from blunt force trauma. Authorities allege the infant suffered fatal head and spinal injuries consistent with child abuse while in the care of 27-year-old Antonio Reyes last November. Prosecutors noted that Reyes provided conflicting accounts of the… The post Atlantic City Father Charged in Death of Infant Daughter appeared first on Coast News Today.

Two men face sentencing in May after an Atlantic County jury found them guilty in the 2021 shooting death of 28-year-old Jahmil Greenidge. Prosecutors stated that Denzel Garrison and Laquine Demby orchestrated the attack following a dispute over an insurance deductible from a minor car accident involving Garrison and the victim. Evidence showed the pair… The post Two Convicted in Fatal Atlantic City Insurance Dispute Shooting appeared first on Coast News Today.

Ocean City Mayor Jay Gillian has proposed a $118.5 million municipal budget for 2026 that includes a 2.41% tax rate increase to address rising city expenses. During a recent presentation, Finance Director Frank Donato noted that local property assessments currently sit at roughly half of their actual market value, a trend seen across Cape May… The post Ocean City Proposes $118.5 Million Budget Amid Widening Property Value Gap appeared first on Coast News Today.

A beloved Italian dining staple in Cape May Court House is set to return this June under the leadership of veteran restaurateur Peter Mancuso. The former Nino’s Family Restaurant will be rebranded as Mangia Family Restaurant, offering a blend of traditional Italian dishes, American favorites, and the addition of pizza. Mancuso, who also operates Mangia… The post Iconic Cape May Court House Restaurant Reopening Under New Name appeared first on Coast News Today.

The Cape May County Coast Guard Community Foundation has suspended its 2026 festival, citing an ongoing government shutdown and heightened security protocols. Training Center Cape May officials noted that current requirements, including universal ID checks, would be too logistically burdensome to maintain during the high-traffic event. Foundation leaders are now exploring alternative ways to support… The post 2026 Coast Guard Community Festival Canceled Amid Security Concerns appeared first on Coast News Today.

Ocean City officials have begun construction on a $23 million expansion of Peck’s Beach Village to provide 60 new affordable housing units for working-class residents. The project, a partnership with the New Jersey Housing and Mortgage Finance Agency, aims to maintain economic diversity as local property values continue to rise. Managed by the Ocean City… The post Ocean City Breaks Ground on $23 Million Affordable Housing Expansion appeared first on Coast News Today.