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New Jersey Battered by Severe Weather and Bridge Collision
New Jersey faced a chaotic Thursday marked by severe weather and a cargo ship colliding with the Tacony-Palmyra Bridge, halting traffic between New Jersey and Pennsylvania. As the storm system moved through, the state endured heavy hail, downed trees and power lines, and reports of waterspouts along the Delaware River. The National Weather Service issued… The post New Jersey Battered by Severe Weather and Bridge Collision appeared first on Coast News Today.
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Ousted New Jersey Congressman Eyes 2028 Comeback and Unorthodox “Emeritus” Office
Republican Congressman Jeff Van Drew is already considering a 2028 rematch after losing his New Jersey seat to Democrat Zack Mullock last week. In an unusual move, Van Drew plans to maintain a local office and staff to continue assisting residents under the self-proclaimed title of “Congressman Emeritus.” Meanwhile, Congressman-elect Mullock called the early announcement… The post Ousted New Jersey Congressman Eyes 2028 Comeback and Unorthodox “Emeritus” Office appeared first on Coast News Today.
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Lower Township Dedicates Memorial Pickleball Courts to Fallen Hero
Lower Township has officially dedicated its local pickleball courts to Sergeant Michael P. Scusa, establishing a permanent memorial for the hometown hero. Community members gathered for a formal dedication ceremony to unveil the newly named “Sergeant Michael P. Scusa Memorial Pickleball Courts”. The event featured the presentation of a framed memorial portrait and patriotic displays… The post Lower Township Dedicates Memorial Pickleball Courts to Fallen Hero appeared first on Coast News Today.
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Federal Inmate Charged in 2025 Cellmate Murder at New Jersey Prison
An inmate at a New Jersey federal prison has been charged with murder after allegedly stabbing his cellmate to death with pencils last year. According to court documents, thirty-nine-year-old William Vontrail Johnson confessed to the March 2025 killing, claiming he believed the victim was helping a demon grow inside his body. Despite the alleged confession… The post Federal Inmate Charged in 2025 Cellmate Murder at New Jersey Prison appeared first on Coast News Today.
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Longtime Wildwood Crest Restaurant Carini Pizzeria to Close
After serving the Wildwood Crest community year-round since 1985, Carini Ristorante and Pizzeria will permanently close its doors on Saturday, November 21st. The family owners announced the closure on social media, expressing gratitude to their loyal customers and staff while leaving the exact reason for shutting down undisclosed. On its final day, the restaurant will… The post Longtime Wildwood Crest Restaurant Carini Pizzeria to Close appeared first on Coast News Today.