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State and local officials in Atlantic City have announced a new $20 million plan to combat the city’s food insecurity, following the failure of a previous ShopRite deal. The investment, led by the Casino Reinvestment Development Authority, will revitalize the Renaissance Plaza and significantly expand the existing Save-A-Lot store. This expansion will add about 50%… The post Atlantic City Targets Food Desert with $20 Million Plaza Revitalization appeared first on Coast News Today.

A New Jersey grand jury has voted not to file criminal charges against seven police and sheriff’s officers involved in the April 2024 death of John Cassidy in Toms River. The State Attorney General’s Office announced Wednesday that the grand jury reviewed evidence regarding the 47-year-old’s death, which occurred after officers tried to arrest him… The post Grand Jury Clears Seven Officers in April In-Custody Death appeared first on Coast News Today.

A 30-year-old Somers Point man has pleaded guilty to endangering the welfare of a child. The Atlantic County Prosecutor’s Office stated Tyrique Beckett admitted to recording himself sexually assaulting a 14-year-old girl, who was unaware she was being recorded. Authorities were alerted after a family member provided police with the video. Beckett is expected to… The post Somers Point Man Pleads Guilty to Endangering appeared first on Coast News Today.

Jewish Family Service of Atlantic & Cape May Counties officially launched its new mobile food pantry with a ribbon-cutting ceremony Wednesday at the Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa. The mobile unit will visit densely populated locations throughout Atlantic City to distribute fresh produce, nonperishables, and protein-rich foods to people in need. During the launch event,… The post JFS Launches Mobile Food Pantry in Atlantic City appeared first on Coast News Today.

A new 75-room luxury hotel called “The Wild Resort” is under construction on the Wildwood Boardwalk at Glenwood Avenue, targeting a spring 2026 opening. The five-story property, located between the two main Morey’s piers, will feature a rooftop pool, bar, and restaurant offering panoramic views. The ground floor, situated directly on the boardwalk, will house… The post New Luxury Hotel Coming to Wildwood Boardwalk appeared first on Coast News Today.

A Cumberland County woman will serve eight years in prison for a 2023 Vineland crash that killed two people. Malexus Coleman, 30, was sentenced after pleading guilty to two second-degree counts related to the collision. Prosecutors said data showed Coleman was driving at 85 miles per hour in a 45-mile-per-hour zone seconds before her SUV… The post Vineland Woman Sentenced to Eight Years for Double Fatal Crash appeared first on Coast News Today.

Ocean City officials plan to demolish the resort’s aging police headquarters and construct a new facility on the same site. The decision comes after the city dropped its controversial plan to purchase a former bank building on Asbury Avenue, following pushback from residents and business owners. Mayor Jay Gillian confirmed the new plan, noting that… The post Ocean City to Demolish Old HQ, Build New Police Facility appeared first on Coast News Today.

An Atlantic City woman has been charged with first-degree aggravated manslaughter in connection with a death over the weekend. Prosecutors allege 22-year-old Ceani Barnes chronically abused 34-year-old Christina Burdette, who was found unresponsive in a Sheridan Avenue apartment on Saturday. An investigation determined Burdette died from complications of blunt force trauma, and court documents accuse… The post Atlantic City Woman Charged in Manslaughter Case appeared first on Coast News Today.

After 26 years of operation, Splash Zone Waterpark on the Wildwood boardwalk has permanently closed. The owner and city officials have discussed redeveloping the prime beachfront property. Wildwood’s mayor has publicly supported the idea of a new hotel on the site, stating the city needs more rooms to support its tourism-driven economy. The post Wildwood Waterpark Closes, Potential Hotel Redevelopment appeared first on Coast News Today.

Authorities have released the name of the 31-year-old motorcyclist killed in a head-on crash in Galloway last Friday. Police say Kenneth Chivalette of Galloway died from his injuries after his motorcycle collided with an SUV on South New York Road. No charges have been filed against the 35-year-old woman driving the SUV. The cause of… The post Galloway Motorcyclist Identified in Fatal Friday Crash appeared first on Coast News Today.