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Wildwood Middle and High School transitioned to remote learning this Thursday after an HVAC unit fire damaged a third-floor classroom early Wednesday morning. While the fire was quickly extinguished, Superintendent J. Kenyon Kummings stated that virtual classes will continue indefinitely while a remediation company assesses the building for smoke damage and repairs. The district is… The post Wildwood Students Pivot to Virtual Learning Following Classroom Fire appeared first on Coast News Today.

The owners of Trio Restaurant have expanded their North Wildwood footprint with the $2.45 million purchase of The Salty Mermaid Bar & Grille. The transaction, which closed on February 3rd, included the modern facility, a liquor license, and an adjacent single-family residence. This acquisition marks the second Jersey Shore property for the Pennsylvania-based investment group… The post North Wildwood Restaurateurs Acquire The Salty Mermaid appeared first on Coast News Today.

The U.S. Coast Guard has launched an investigation after a swastika was discovered on a bathroom wall at the Cape May Training Center last week. Following the incident, Admiral Kevin Lunday addressed nearly 900 recruits and staff, reiterating a zero-tolerance policy toward extremist ideology and hate symbols within the service. Officials confirmed the symbol was… The post Coast Guard Commandant Responds to Hate Symbol at Cape May Training Center appeared first on Coast News Today.

A carriage horse named Diesel has been euthanized following a prolonged rescue effort during Monday’s blizzard in Cape May County. The horse became stranded in a muddy field and was eventually freed by local emergency crews and the U.S. Coast Guard, but he remained unable to stand due to extreme exhaustion. Despite overnight care from… The post Cape May Carriage Horse Euthanized After Blizzard Rescue appeared first on Coast News Today.

A 67-year-old Wildwood Crest man faces third-degree theft charges after allegedly stealing over $175,000 worth of metal from a beach area near Morey’s Pier. Authorities say the metal was intended for the restoration of the park’s iconic Giant Wheel and was systematically taken over several days and sold to a scrap yard. Police identified the… The post Wildwood Crest Man Charged in Massive Metal Theft from Morey’s Pier appeared first on Coast News Today.