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The Thunder Over the Waves airshow in Wildwood has announced a partial lineup featuring 11 headlining acts, including military performers, for its September 5th and 6th event. Organizers anticipate over 400,000 spectators and expect a significant economic impact, with plans to make the airshow an annual tradition. The event will include a variety of aircraft,… The post Thunder Over the Waves: Wildwood Airshow Set for September appeared first on Coast News Today.

A Cape May woman, Kimberly Cruz-Feliciano, was arrested for allegedly abusing her child with an electric dog shock collar and then threatening them to prevent disclosure. The child’s grandmother, Sonia Feliciano, was also charged for hindering the investigation and tampering with evidence. The case highlights law enforcement’s commitment to protecting vulnerable community members from child… The post Cape May Woman Arrested for Shock Collar Child Abuse, Grandmother Charged appeared first on Coast News Today.

Eric Williams, 56, received a 12-year state prison sentence for sexually assaulting a woman in the Atlantic City bus terminal in 2022. He must serve over 10 years before parole eligibility and will be subject to Megan’s Law registration and lifetime parole supervision. The assault, caught on surveillance, led to his guilty plea for aggravated… The post 56-Year-Old Sentenced in Bus Terminal Sexual Assault Case appeared first on Coast News Today.

North Wildwood officials approved a housing development that will demolish the Chateau Bleu motel, a significant example of the Wildwoods’ iconic doo-wop architecture. The Doo-Wop Preservation League is urging the developer to incorporate elements of the historic motel into the new homes, highlighting its cultural importance and the loss of the area’s vintage aesthetic. The… The post Housing Development to Replace Chateau Bleu Motel appeared first on Coast News Today.

A judge issued a temporary restraining order, preventing Wildwood Crest from withdrawing from the $54 million beach replenishment project after North Wildwood sought legal action. The dispute arose because Wildwood Crest opposed the project, citing concerns about beach space and safety, while North Wildwood and Lower Township reaffirmed their commitment. The project, involving a 16-foot… The post Judge Blocks Wildwood Crest’s Withdrawal From Beach Project appeared first on Coast News Today.