Many local police departments will participate in the annual DEA drug take back day on Saturday. North Wildwood Police announced that residents can drop off unwanted prescriptions inside the police lobby Saturday from 10am until 2pm. The day is organized so unwanted or expired drugs do not wind up in the hands of the wrong…
Wildwood Police announced the arrest of 30 year old Devante Harris of Middle Township after police found him with a loaded .38 caliber handgun at a local bus station early Monday morning. Police say Harris had the gun loaded with hallow point bullets. He was charged with multiple drug and gun offenses and taken to…
The Marmora Volunteer Fire Company responded to a report of a vehicle that went off the Garden State Parkway’s northbound lanes early Sunday morning. The Company reports that it used the jaws of life to extract the motorist from the vehicle for transport to a local hospital. State Police are investigating the accident. Photo and…
DeHirsch Avenue in Woodbine will be closed to vehicular traffic on Monday and Tuesday for some County road work. Business access will be maintained at all times, and the road will be open at the conclusion of each working day.
Wildwood and Cape May County officials have announced forward progress on plans to revitalize the Pacific Avenue downtown area in the city. The Pacific Avenue Redevelopment Initiative will create a new zone along the commercial portion of the street in Wildwood and encourage new investment and home ownership. Tax incentives will be provided.
Ocean City is considering a Jitney service for the summer season. Mayor Jay Gillian announced that bids have been opened for the service, and a contract is expected to be awarded at the May 12th meeting of Council. There will be a small fee charged to passengers.
21 year old David He of Middle Township has been hit with child pornography offenses. The Cape May County Prosecutor’s Office announced that several child pornography images were found on electronic devices in his home. He could face five to ten years in prison, if convicted.
Atlantic City Police say a pedestrian was struck and killed by a motor vehicle Wednesday night on Route 40. Police say two off duty officers came across the crash and immediately rendered assistance to the victim. The 23 year old driver who struck the pedestrian remained on the scene of the accident.
Avalon will be conducting a sand back passing project this spring. Business Administrator Scott Wahl reports that 64,000 cubic yards of sand will be placed on north end beaches in the community that were ravaged this winter by significant storm events. The project is expected to get underway in a couple of weeks.
Taxes are going up this year in Cape May Point. Borough officials have approved a new municipal budget that includes a 1.5 cent increase in the local tax rate. The Cape May Star and Wave reports that the Borough plans to open a trash and recycling drop off location that will add $7,000 to public…