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A 42-year-old Wildwood man has been sentenced to 18 years in state prison for the 2024 shooting of a boardwalk employee. William Hoyle was convicted of first-degree attempted murder after a 20-year-old woman was critically injured near Pacific Avenue. Investigators linked Hoyle to the crime after discovering a 9mm handgun and matching clothing during a… The post Wildwood Man Sentenced to 18 Years for Boardwalk Shooting appeared first on Coast News Today.

The Flight Deck Diner at Cape May Airport has announced its permanent closure following severe damage caused by a burst pipe during recent extreme cold. Engineering reports determined that structural and electrical repairs to the former terminal building would cost millions of dollars, leading the landlord to terminate the lease. Owner Chrissy McMullan, who operated… The post Popular Cape May Diner Closes Permanently After Pipe Bursts appeared first on Coast News Today.

Seven activists arrested during a 2020 Black Lives Matter demonstration have filed a federal lawsuit against Atlantic City, seeking $50 million in damages for alleged civil rights violations. The plaintiffs, known as the “Expressway Seven,” claim their arrests were driven by malicious intent, while the city maintains that officers acted with probable cause to prevent… The post “Expressway Seven” Seek $50 Million in Atlantic City Civil Rights Lawsuit appeared first on Coast News Today.

Cape May County’s Diamond Beach has been named one of the best 100 coastal destinations in the United States, according to new 2026 rankings from the vacation search engine HomeToGo. The upscale enclave, located in Lower Township, secured the No. 54 spot based on traveler demand, affordability, and visitor satisfaction. Known for its private beach… The post Cape May County Gem Ranks Among Nation’s Top 100 Beaches appeared first on Coast News Today.

New Jersey health and environmental officials are monitoring a significant surge in bird flu cases, reporting over 16,000 sightings of sick or dead wild birds since early February. The outbreak, which primarily affects Canada geese, has prompted several municipalities to close local parks and issue public health warnings to minimize transmission. While experts maintain that… The post Bird Flu Outbreak Leads to Park Closures Across New Jersey appeared first on Coast News Today.