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Tourism officials in Cape May County are reporting a significant drop in Canadian visitors, with some local businesses seeing cancellations increase by nearly 70% compared to previous years. Industry leaders attribute the trend to a tense political climate, including recent trade disputes and a 25% tariff on Canadian imports. While local stakeholders continue to market… The post Jersey Shore Tourism Officials Report Decline in Canadian Visitors appeared first on Coast News Today.

Two individuals previously facing first-degree murder charges in the 2023 death of 21-year-old Emily Cruddas pleaded guilty to reduced offenses on Monday. Joseph Ragan was sentenced to five years for drug-induced death, while Sarah Errickson, the victim’s sister, faces an eight-year term after pleading guilty to aggravated manslaughter. Investigators say the pair staged the overdose… The post Reduced Charges for Duo in 2023 Upper Township Death appeared first on Coast News Today.

A 41-year-old South Jersey man died early Saturday morning following a single-car accident on Route 40 in Hamilton Township. Authorities report that William Bussey was traveling eastbound when his vehicle crossed into the westbound shoulder and struck several trees; he was pronounced dead at the scene. Police noted that Bussey was not wearing a seatbelt… The post Fatal Single-Vehicle Crash Claims Life of Mays Landing Man appeared first on Coast News Today.

Wildwood Crest officials announced that the borough will not purchase additional beach storage boxes this summer as rising municipal costs for utilities, labor, and insurance tighten the local budget. While the popular rental program generates significant revenue, the current shortage has led the borough to prioritize residents over out-of-town applicants on the growing waitlist. Mayor… The post Wildwood Crest Halts Beach Box Expansion Due to Budget Constraints appeared first on Coast News Today.

Wildwood Middle and High School transitioned to remote learning this Thursday after an HVAC unit fire damaged a third-floor classroom early Wednesday morning. While the fire was quickly extinguished, Superintendent J. Kenyon Kummings stated that virtual classes will continue indefinitely while a remediation company assesses the building for smoke damage and repairs. The district is… The post Wildwood Students Pivot to Virtual Learning Following Classroom Fire appeared first on Coast News Today.