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The Wildwood Board of Commissioners has approved a new redevelopment plan covering a 29-block stretch of the city’s iconic boardwalk to encourage the construction of new hotels, apartments, and commercial spaces. By incentivizing mixed-use development above existing ground-floor businesses, officials hope to reverse a two-decade decline in local hotel rooms and boost the summer tourism… The post Wildwood Approves Major Boardwalk Redevelopment Plan appeared first on Coast News Today.

Starting in the summer of 2027, the hourly rate for existing parking meters in Wildwood Crest will double from $1.50 to $3.00 following the recent adoption of Ordinance 1500. Borough officials note this is the first meter-rate increase since 2009, meaning a maximum eight-hour parking session will now cost $24. Despite the increase in parking… The post Wildwood Crest Doubles Parking Meter Rates for 2027 appeared first on Coast News Today.

A 61-year-old Wildwood woman is facing manslaughter charges after allegedly pushing a 70-year-old man off a porch last month, leading to his death. According to court documents, Lisa D. Jones pushed Edward F. Evans over a six-foot ledge on October 6th because he refused to get her an alcoholic beverage. Evans succumbed to his severe… The post Wildwood Woman Facing Manslaughter Charges After Man’s Fatal Fall appeared first on Coast News Today.

A classic car cruise scheduled to travel to Wildwood this past Sunday was canceled after local police intervened. Organizer Patrick Herbert received a cease-and-desist notice at his home on Friday afternoon from two Wildwood police officers. Authorities halted the “Let’s Cruise to the Shore” event, which was set to feature classic cars and hot rods,… The post Unsanctioned Classic Car Cruise to Wildwood Halted by Police appeared first on Coast News Today.

Gregory J. Rodriguez, the co-owner and operator of the historic Dot’s Pastry Shop in Ocean City, has passed away at the age of 63. Originally from Nebraska, Rodriguez transitioned from a career in welding to run the long-standing Asbury Avenue bakery alongside his wife’s extended family. A memorial service will be held for Rodriguez on… The post Co-Owner of Ocean City’s Dot’s Pastry Shop Dies at 63 appeared first on Coast News Today.