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An Atlantic City man was arrested Tuesday for allegedly entering a Brigantine home last September and sexually assaulting a man who was sleeping. The investigation into Dwayne Martin Jr., 35, uncovered a video of a separate assault on an unconscious man in Atlantic City and has led police to investigate other potential unreported incidents. Martin… The post Atlantic City Man Faces Charges in Multiple Sexual Assaults appeared first on Coast News Today.

Dr. Ronald Joseph Gelzunas, a beloved family physician who cared for the North Wildwood community for 55 years, died on October 3, 2025, at the age of 90. A graduate of Philadelphia College of Osteopathy, Dr. Gelzunas also served his country as a Lieutenant Colonel and Flight Surgeon in the Air National Guard for 14… The post Longtime North Wildwood Physician and Veteran, Dr. Ronald Gelzunas, Passes Away at 90 appeared first on Coast News Today.

A 44-year-old Vineland man was arrested and charged with multiple counts of lewdness for allegedly committing indecent acts at Higbee Beach in August. Lower Township police made the arrest after three separate victims reported similar incidents over the course of several days. The man was taken to the Cape May County jail following his arrest. The post Vineland Man Charged With Lewdness After Incidents at Higbee Beach appeared first on Coast News Today.

Republican gubernatorial candidate Jack Ciattarelli is promoting a campaign rally in North Wildwood with a poster that mimics the classic film “GoodFellas.” The advertisement features Ciattarelli alongside conservative media personalities Benny Johnson and Scott Presler, framing their effort to “Flip New Jersey Red.” The rally is one of several events Ciattarelli has held as he… The post Ciattarelli Uses ‘GoodFellas’ Theme for NJ Campaign Rally appeared first on Coast News Today.

The Black Cactus, a coastal Mexican restaurant and cocktail bar in Avalon, has permanently closed after operating for just two summers. A recorded phone message for the establishment confirms it ceased operations on September 21st and thanks patrons for their support. The restaurant, which opened in 2024 on Dune Drive, was known for its distinctive… The post Avalon’s Black Cactus Restaurant Closes After two Seasons appeared first on Coast News Today.