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The U.S. Coast Guard has launched an investigation after a swastika was discovered on a bathroom wall at the Cape May Training Center last week. Following the incident, Admiral Kevin Lunday addressed nearly 900 recruits and staff, reiterating a zero-tolerance policy toward extremist ideology and hate symbols within the service. Officials confirmed the symbol was… The post Coast Guard Commandant Responds to Hate Symbol at Cape May Training Center appeared first on Coast News Today.

A carriage horse named Diesel has been euthanized following a prolonged rescue effort during Monday’s blizzard in Cape May County. The horse became stranded in a muddy field and was eventually freed by local emergency crews and the U.S. Coast Guard, but he remained unable to stand due to extreme exhaustion. Despite overnight care from… The post Cape May Carriage Horse Euthanized After Blizzard Rescue appeared first on Coast News Today.

A 67-year-old Wildwood Crest man faces third-degree theft charges after allegedly stealing over $175,000 worth of metal from a beach area near Morey’s Pier. Authorities say the metal was intended for the restoration of the park’s iconic Giant Wheel and was systematically taken over several days and sold to a scrap yard. Police identified the… The post Wildwood Crest Man Charged in Massive Metal Theft from Morey’s Pier appeared first on Coast News Today.

The U.S. Department of Homeland Security has authorized over $24.3 million in federal funds to extend the Cape May seawall and promenade. This project aims to fortify a coastal section identified as a significant vulnerability since Hurricane Sandy, stretching from East of Madison Avenue to Wilmington Avenue. Local officials expect to put the project out… The post Cape May Seawall Expansion Secures $24 Million in Federal Funding appeared first on Coast News Today.

Ventnor has launched a $7.1 million project to completely demolish and rebuild a 1.7-mile stretch of its historic boardwalk using state preservation funds. The reconstruction, which spans from Jackson Avenue to Cambridge Avenue, includes updated pavilions, ramps, and lighting to be completed in two distinct phases. City officials expect the first phase to conclude by… The post Ventnor Begins $7.1 Million Boardwalk Reconstruction appeared first on Coast News Today.