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A fire damaged a classroom at Arthur Rann Elementary School in Galloway Township early Monday morning, though officials say the incident does not appear to be suspicious. The blaze was quickly extinguished with damage mostly isolated to one room, and the district superintendent stated that contrary to rumors, the fire was not caused by a… The post Fire Damages Galloway Township Elementary Classroom appeared first on Coast News Today.

Police in Egg Harbor Township say a drunk driver crashed into a utility pole early Sunday morning, seriously injuring his passenger before attempting to flee the scene on foot. Authorities allege 24-year-old Zykyeem Jenkins tried to hide in the bed of a bystander’s pickup truck and steal tools before being apprehended by officers near the… The post Driver Charged After Fleeing Crash in Egg Harbor Township appeared first on Coast News Today.

A jury convicted Alfonso Chavez on Friday of multiple charges, including first-degree aggravated sexual assault and endangering the welfare of a child. The 44-year-old Absecon resident, who has been in custody since 2023, will be subject to Megan’s Law registration and lifetime parole supervision upon his release. Sentencing has not yet been scheduled, pending the… The post Atlantic County Man Found Guilty of Child Sexual Assault Charges appeared first on Coast News Today.

Schools throughout Cape May County are closed Monday following Governor Mikie Sherrill’s declaration of a statewide state of emergency ahead of a severe winter storm. Forecasters predict widespread snowfall of 8 to 18 inches accompanied by dangerous ice, prompting officials to urge residents to stay home. Hazardous conditions and freezing temperatures may persist into Tuesday,… The post Winter Storm Forces School Closures Across Cape May County appeared first on Coast News Today.

Constance Days-Chapman will resume her duties as principal of Atlantic City High School on Monday after spending nearly a year on administrative leave. She had been facing official misconduct charges for allegedly failing to report child abuse claims involving the city’s mayor, but prosecutors dismissed the case last week following the mayor’s acquittal. In a… The post Atlantic City High School Principal Reinstated Following Dismissal of Charges appeared first on Coast News Today.

A 29-year-old Pennsylvania man faces charges nearly five months after allegedly vandalizing a Humpty Dumpty sculpture at a Cape May mini-golf course. Officials say the suspect turned himself in on Monday after phone records placed him at the scene where the figure was ripped from its mount and tossed over a fence. He has been… The post Pennsylvania Man Charged in Cape May Humpty Dumpty Vandalism appeared first on Coast News Today.

Volunteers with the Marine Mammal Stranding Center relocated two healthy seals from Jersey Shore beaches last week to ensure the animals could rest without disturbance. Staff moved a gray seal pup found in Holgate and a harbor seal found in Brigantine to quieter areas away from potential interactions with dog walkers and foot traffic. Officials… The post Two Seals Relocated from Jersey Shore for Safety appeared first on Coast News Today.

Construction is officially underway for Bay Ave. Brewery, a new craft beer destination located at the corner of Bay and Maryland Avenues in Somers Point. The project is spearheaded by professional brewers Tom Dooner and Brian Murphy, who bring extensive industry experience from their time at regional breweries like Cape May Brewing and King’s Road… The post Construction Begins on Bay Ave. Brewery in Somers Point appeared first on Coast News Today.

Skywatchers across South Jersey were treated to a glimpse of the Northern Lights Monday night, with distinct purple hues visible from historic Batsto Village down to Cape May County. The display followed NOAA’s prediction of a severe geomagnetic storm, though observers noted it was generally less dramatic than the spectacular sightings reported in late 2025.… The post Northern Lights Make Rare Return to South Jersey Skies appeared first on Coast News Today.

Police have charged 52-year-old Armando Garcia-Garcia with vehicular homicide following a crash last September that killed his passenger. Authorities say Garcia-Garcia was driving on East Sherman Avenue when his vehicle left the roadway and struck a tree, fatally injuring 37-year-old Keila Osoria-Garcia. He is currently being held at the Cumberland County Jail on charges that… The post Vineland Driver Charged in Fatal September Crash appeared first on Coast News Today.