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A New Jersey state Senate committee has unanimously approved a bill that would allow shore towns to offer free or discounted beach badges to teenagers between the ages of 12 and 17. The proposal also aims to expand discount eligibility to all honorably discharged veterans, removing current requirements for specific lengths of active-duty service. While… The post New Jersey Lawmakers Advance Bill to Lower Beach Costs for Teens and Veterans appeared first on Coast News Today.

Federal and state agencies have launched a new study to revive a multi-million dollar beach nourishment project across Five-Mile Island after previous plans were scrapped due to local opposition. The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is investigating alternative sand sources to address concerns from Wildwood and Wildwood Crest regarding dune height and beach access. While… The post Officials Pivot to New Study for Cape May County Beach Project appeared first on Coast News Today.

Authorities report that 26-year-old Jordan Weller of Millville has died following a two-vehicle collision Friday evening in Pittsgrove. State Police say Weller was traveling west on Route 56 when she lost control of her SUV and struck the rear of a tractor-trailer. She was transported to a local hospital but succumbed to her injuries on… The post Millville Woman Fatally Injured in Pittsgrove SUV Crash appeared first on Coast News Today.

Following a major winter storm that depleted local supplies, Hamilton Township officials are looking to providers in Delaware and Maryland to secure road salt. A critical shipment of 900 tons remains stalled on the Delaware River due to icy conditions, forcing the Atlantic County municipality to consider more expensive out-of-state alternatives. Mayor Carl Pitale emphasized… The post Hamilton Township Seeks Out-of-State Salt Amid Regional Shortage appeared first on Coast News Today.

A Galloway couple faces multiple charges after allegedly stealing more than $300,000 from a family-owned plumbing and heating company in Lower Township. Authorities state that the office manager and her husband, who worked as a plumber for the business, were charged with theft by deception and money laundering following a three-year investigation into financial discrepancies.… The post Couple Charged in $300,000 Theft From Lower Township Business appeared first on Coast News Today.