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South Jersey police have identified two suspects linked to street light wire thefts that caused significant infrastructure damage along Route 30 between Absecon and Atlantic City. Following a months-long investigation, authorities arrested a 58-year-old Little Egg Harbor man in February, while a 27-year-old alleged co-conspirator remains at large. The thefts resulted in inoperable lights and… The post Two Suspects Identified in South Jersey Wire Thefts appeared first on Coast News Today.

For the first time in more than three decades, Cape May County has been named New Jersey’s top leisure travel destination. County officials report that successful efforts to expand beyond the traditional summer season drove visitor spending to a record-breaking $8.44 billion last year. In total, the booming local tourism sector welcomed 12 million visitors… The post Cape May County Claims Top Spot for New Jersey Tourism appeared first on Coast News Today.

The Hard Rock Hotel and Casino in Atlantic City has suspended several security guards pending a comprehensive investigation after a viral video showed them tackling a guest early Thursday morning. Local police say the guest, Camillia Williams of Philadelphia, was arrested and charged with disorderly conduct after allegedly becoming disruptive inside the resort. Meanwhile, Williams’… The post Hard Rock Atlantic City Suspends Security Guards Following Viral Altercation appeared first on Coast News Today.

A staple of Cape May County is preparing for its final summer of business. Delancey’s Farm Market on Route 9 in Ocean View announced on social media that the 2026 season will be its last after nearly eight decades of operation. The seasonal market, known for its local produce, eggs, and flowers, received an outpouring… The post Delancey’s Farm Market in Ocean View to Close After 79 Years appeared first on Coast News Today.

An investigation by the Atlantic County Prosecutor’s Office has concluded that Longport Police Chief Ray Burgan will not face criminal charges for firing a weapon at a homeowner during a December 2023 welfare check. However, the final report found that Burgan, who was a sergeant at the time of the incident, violated eight department regulations… The post Longport Police Chief Cleared of Criminal Charges but Found in Violation of Department Rules appeared first on Coast News Today.