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Cape May City is set to begin construction on its new $7 million Police Department building in October, with bids due by September 10. This state-of-the-art facility, located at Lafayette and St. Johns streets, will consolidate police resources previously split between two locations. The project fulfills a 2020 voter referendum and campaign promise, with its… The post Cape May’s New Police Department Breaks Ground This Fall appeared first on Coast News Today.

A 74-year-old Woodbine man was killed early Friday morning in a head-on collision on Route 347 in Maurice River. His northbound Toyota Matrix crossed the centerline, striking a Ram pickup, whose driver sustained minor injuries. The identity of the deceased is being withheld pending family notification, and the crash remains under investigation. The post Head-On Collision in Maurice River Claims Life of 74-Year-Old Man appeared first on Coast News Today.

A Jersey Cash 5 ticket worth $446,593 for Tuesday’s drawing was sold at the ShopRite on Route 66 in Neptune Township, a location rapidly gaining a reputation for luck. This is the same site where a $1.13 billion Mega Millions ticket was purchased in March 2024. The winning Jersey Cash 5 numbers were 03, 14,… The post Lucky ShopRite in Neptune Strikes Gold Again with Nearly $447,000 Lottery Win! appeared first on Coast News Today.

Wildwood is set for a jam-packed Independence Day weekend, offering events from Thursday, July 3, through Sunday, July 6. Highlights include Arts in the Parks on Thursday, the highly anticipated July 4th Fireworks on Friday, and a 78th Army Band Concert on Saturday. The festivities conclude Sunday with a Midnight Rock Show and a spectacular… The post Wildwood Gears Up for Extended Independence Day Celebrations! appeared first on Coast News Today.

The Wildwoods are set to host a vibrant Fourth of July celebration from June 27 to July 6, offering a wide array of free and paid events, including live music, fitness classes, craft shows, and family parades. The highlight will be the Fourth of July Fireworks Spectacular on the Boardwalk, synchronized to patriotic music. Visitors… The post Wildwoods Kicks Off Fourth of July Extravaganza with Fireworks, Festivities, and Family Fun appeared first on Coast News Today.

Ocean City, New Jersey, is moving to implement a 3% local occupancy tax on vacation rentals booked through online platforms like Airbnb and Vrbo, aiming to capture a share of the over $60 million in bookings from 2024. This tax, estimated to generate $1.8 million annually, seeks to alleviate the financial burden on local taxpayers… The post Ocean City Seeks Slice of $60M Online Rental Pie with New Occupancy Tax appeared first on Coast News Today.

Two Atlantic City police officers sustained non-life-threatening injuries early Sunday after a South Jersey man, John Melendez, allegedly rammed their patrol car while trying to evade arrest. Authorities say Melendez had fired shots from a stolen gun minutes earlier and intentionally sped towards officers, leading to a pursuit that ended with his apprehension and multiple… The post Atlantic City Police Injured in Pursuit, Suspect Charged appeared first on Coast News Today.

NJ Transit’s first annual 3% fare increase takes effect Tuesday, July 1st, as part of a policy approved in 2024 that includes perpetual yearly hikes to support the agency’s operating budget. This move, similar to increases experienced by turnpike drivers, is drawing criticism from advocacy groups urging riders to support legislation that would prohibit future… The post NJ Transit Riders Face Perpetual 3% Fare Hikes appeared first on Coast News Today.

A Jersey Cash 5 lottery ticket worth $746,853 was sold at a Wawa in Lindenwold, Camden County, for Thursday’s drawing. The winning numbers were 8, 17, 19, 22, and 26, ending a six-day jackpot drought for the game. For Friday’s drawing, the jackpot reset to an estimated $150,000. The post South Jersey Wawa Sells Winning $746,853 Lottery Ticket appeared first on Coast News Today.

Four additional suspects have been charged in connection with a June 9 shooting at a Popeyes in Pleasantville, bringing the total number of individuals charged to five. The newly charged individuals, including two 18-year-olds, a 19-year-old, and a juvenile, face charges ranging from conspiracy to aggravated assault and weapons offenses. These arrests follow the initial… The post Popeyes Shooting Investigation Leads to More Arrests appeared first on Coast News Today.