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According to the Cape May County Herald, recent campaign finance reports reveal a significant fundraising gap in the race for county commissioner. Republican candidates Rosenello and Bashaw have amassed a campaign war chest of $100,000. Meanwhile, Democratic challenger David Temple reported raising approximately $10,000, and his running mate, Eric Morey, has not yet filed a… The post GOP Candidates Hold Substantial Fundraising Lead in County Commissioner Race appeared first on Coast News Today.

New Jersey’s current stretch of warm, sunny weather is expected to last through Saturday before the remnants of Tropical Storm Isaias move into the region. Forecasters say the system will likely reach hurricane strength before hitting the Gulf Coast, eventually bringing up to two inches of heavy rain to New Jersey by Sunday. However, the… The post Isaias Remnants Threaten to End New Jersey’s Sunny Streak appeared first on Coast News Today.

Stockton University is laying off 21 employees, including 14 faculty members, in response to declining enrollment and reduced state funding. Administrators say the difficult decision is necessary to address a multi-million dollar structural deficit and ensure the institution’s long-term sustainability. The job cuts follow other recent cost-cutting measures by the university, including voluntary staff buyouts,… The post Stockton University Announces Layoffs Amid Budget Shortfall appeared first on Coast News Today.

A 69-year-old New York man, well-known in the Phish community for recording the band’s live shows, was struck and killed by a vehicle in Atlantic City early Sunday morning. Police say Duncan Oldham was hit near the intersection of Iowa and Pacific avenues following the band’s weekend run at Boardwalk Hall. The driver remained at… The post Longtime Phish Fan Killed in Atlantic City Pedestrian Crash appeared first on Coast News Today.

Ocean City has demolished its landmark Sandcastle Park to clear the way for a new $8 million recreation complex at the city’s 34th Street gateway. Partially funded by a $3.5 million county grant, the revitalized park will feature an upgraded playground, an outdoor entertainment stage, and new athletic courts for pickleball, tennis, and basketball. City… The post Ocean City Demolishes Sandcastle Park for $8 Million Recreation Complex appeared first on Coast News Today.

The Cape May County Park and Zoo was forced to evacuate and lock down late Monday afternoon after authorities received a bomb threat just after 4 p.m. Law enforcement and K-9 units safely secured the animals and cleared visitors from the park before conducting a thorough search of the grounds. No explosives were found during… The post Bomb Threat Prompts Evacuation at Cape May County Zoo appeared first on Coast News Today.

An unidentified pedestrian was struck and killed by a car early Sunday morning at the intersection of Iowa and Pacific Avenues in Atlantic City. Police arrived just after midnight to find the victim, who was tragically pronounced dead at the scene. Authorities report that the driver involved in the collision remained at the location and… The post Fatal Pedestrian Crash Under Investigation in Atlantic City appeared first on Coast News Today.

The owner of a North Wildwood motel turned condominium complex has filed a lawsuit against the city over its local “condotel” ordinance. Michael Galioto’s suit, filed in Atlantic County Superior Court, challenges regulations that require individually owned motel units to be used strictly for short-term lodging instead of permanent residences. Galioto argues that the city’s… The post North Wildwood Motel Owner Sues City Over ‘Condotel’ Ordinance appeared first on Coast News Today.

In Ocean City, demolition is officially underway at the vacant 32-unit Seaspray condominium complex located at Bay Avenue and 34th Street. The structurally compromised property, which recently sold for nearly six million dollars, is being cleared to make way for a new 43-unit luxury development. The upcoming residential project will be known as The Drift… The post Demolition Begins on Ocean City’s Seaspray Condominiums appeared first on Coast News Today.

A 19-year-old Lower Township man is facing vehicular homicide and DUI charges following a deadly Thursday crash on Route 9. Authorities say Edward McVey’s vehicle collided with another car in the Erma section of the township, killing one man and seriously injuring another. According to the Cape May County Prosecutor’s Office, McVey also faces charges… The post 19-Year-Old Faces Vehicular Homicide Charges Following Fatal Route 9 Crash appeared first on Coast News Today.