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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.

The Ocean City Council has officially approved Matthew R. von der Hayden as the new city administrator, succeeding longtime administrator George Savastano who is preparing to step down. Von der Hayden, who is currently the Stafford Township administrator, is scheduled to begin his new role this November. The newly approved position comes with an annual… The post Ocean City Council Appoints New Administrator appeared first on Coast News Today.

A Democratic Party-aligned super PAC is injecting $1.5 million into the race for New Jersey’s 2nd Congressional District. The newly allocated funds are financing advertising efforts aimed at unseating incumbent Republican Representative Jeff Van Drew. This significant financial investment signals heightened national interest and escalating competition in the district as election day approaches. The post Millions in PAC Money Pour into 2nd District Congressional Race appeared first on Coast News Today.

Wildwood Mayor Ernie Troiano Jr. has secured a significant legal win in his ongoing defense against state charges regarding municipal health insurance benefits. An appellate court recently ruled in favor of the newly reelected mayor, granting him the opportunity to investigate whether he was unfairly singled out by prosecutors while officials in other New Jersey… The post Wildwood Mayor Ernie Troiano Secures Key Court Victory in Benefits Dispute appeared first on Coast News Today.

A 52-year-old Hammonton man has been sentenced to five years in state prison after pleading guilty to arson and burglary. Prosecutors say Joseph Tomasello used a blowtorch to start a fire last December before being caught on video by a 911 caller. Just over a month later, Tomasello broke into a Collings Lake fire truck,… The post Hammonton Man Sentenced to Five Years for Arson and Fire Truck Burglary appeared first on Coast News Today.