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An Atlantic City man faces charges after allegedly attacking a motorist on Route 30 last week. Police responded to reports of two ATVs riding recklessly on November 8th, arriving to find one rider confronting a driver. Officers intervened during the alleged assault and arrested 28-year-old Elijah Johnson after a struggle. Johnson was charged with assault,… The post Atlantic City ATV Rider Charged in Roadside Assault appeared first on Coast News Today.

After closing permanently following a 26-year run, Wildwood’s Splash Zone Waterpark is selling all its assets in an online auction ending December 9th. Hosted by HyperAMS, the sale includes everything from major water slides and the FlowRider surfing attraction to kitchen equipment and replica dinosaur bones. The closure paves the way for potential redevelopment of… The post Wildwood’s Splash Zone Waterpark Assets Up for Auction appeared first on Coast News Today.

Authorities in Atlantic County are investigating a fatal collision after a pedestrian was struck by a vehicle on Route 9 Tuesday evening. Absecon police report that the driver remained at the scene near California Avenue to cooperate with investigators, though traffic was diverted for several hours. Officials have not yet released the victim’s identity and… The post Pedestrian Fatally Struck in Absecon Crash appeared first on Coast News Today.

North Wildwood Mayor Patrick Rosenello has announced a lawsuit against the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection (NJDEP), alleging the agency is responsible for the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers’ withdrawal from a critical shore protection project. The Mayor claims the NJDEP failed to secure necessary easements due to “bureaucratic negligence,” leaving the coastline vulnerable… The post North Wildwood Sues NJDEP Over Stalled Shore Protection Project appeared first on Coast News Today.

The 156-foot Ferris wheel at Morey’s Pier in Wildwood is temporarily off the boardwalk as it undergoes a major refurbishment expected to cost over $1.5 million. The entire attraction, a skyline fixture since 1985, is being disassembled to replace the two main bearings on which it spins. Other parts, like the hub and spokes, will… The post Wildwood’s Iconic Ferris Wheel Taken Down for $1.5 Million Overhaul appeared first on Coast News Today.

A strong geomagnetic storm made the Northern Lights visible as far south as southern NewJersey on Tuesday night. The colorful display was triggered by one of the current solar cycle’s most powerful eruptions, which sent a massive cloud of plasma hurtling toward Earth. Forecasters had issued a severe space weather alert ahead of the impact.… The post Powerful Solar Storm Brings Northern Lights to New Jersey appeared first on Coast News Today.

Authorities in Atlantic City are investigating a shooting that occurred Friday evening on Arkansas Avenue. Police say a 15-year-old boy was killed and a 17-year-old boy was wounded in the incident. The 17-year-old was taken to a local hospital and is expected to recover. No arrests have been made, and investigators are asking anyone with… The post Atlantic City Shooting Leaves One Teen Dead appeared first on Coast News Today.

State environmental officials announced Friday that a $54 million beach and dune fortification project for the Wildwoods and Lower Township has been terminated. The decision was made after local leaders failed to resolve long-standing disagreements over the project’s scope before a September deadline. The plan was fully funded by federal and state sources, but towns… The post $54 Million Wildwoods Beach Project Canceled Amid Local Disputes appeared first on Coast News Today.

Atlantic City Mayor Marty Small Sr. secured another term in office, defeating Republican challenger Naeem Ahmed Khan with nearly 62.5 percent of the vote. The 25-point victory margin affirms Small’s support in the Democratic stronghold. This re-election comes as Small and his wife, the city’s school superintendent, are scheduled to face trial in December on… The post Atlantic City Mayor Small Re-elected Despite Indictments appeared first on Coast News Today.

More than 10,000 homes and businesses across New Jersey lost power overnight due to fierce wind gusts. The National Weather Service recorded the strongest gust at 55 mph at High Point Monument in Sussex County, with several other locations seeing speeds over 50 mph. Forecasters expect cold and breezy conditions to continue Thursday, with gusts… The post Over 10,000 Lose Power Amid Strong New Jersey Winds appeared first on Coast News Today.