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Atlantic City Inmate Sentenced to 10 Years for Attempted Assault on Jail Nurse
A 52-year-old Atlantic City man has been sentenced to 10 years in state prison after admitting he tried to sexually assault a nurse inside the Atlantic County jail. Prosecutors say Melvin Bishop attacked the woman during a medical screening in November of 2024, but she was able to fight him off and hide until guards… The post Atlantic City Inmate Sentenced to 10 Years for Attempted Assault on Jail Nurse appeared first on Coast News Today.
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Bacteria Advisories Issued for Six Cape May County Beaches
Six ocean beaches in Cape May County are under a swimming advisory after state testing revealed high levels of fecal bacteria. The Department of Environmental Protection issued the warnings for specific beaches in Avalon, Lower Township, and the Wildwoods after Monday’s water samples indicated potential human or animal waste contamination. The state retested the water… The post Bacteria Advisories Issued for Six Cape May County Beaches appeared first on Coast News Today.
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Former Pharmaceutical Rep Sentenced in $50 Million Prescription Scam
A former Atlantic County pharmaceutical sales representative has been sentenced to three years in federal prison for orchestrating a massive $50 million prescription medication scam. Fifty-year-old William Hickman of Linwood was also ordered to pay nearly $51 million in restitution after previously pleading guilty to health care fraud, wire fraud, and money laundering. Court records… The post Former Pharmaceutical Rep Sentenced in $50 Million Prescription Scam appeared first on Coast News Today.
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Wildwood Residents on Alert Following Increased Coyote Sightings
Increased coyote sightings along Wildwood’s back bay have prompted local police to issue safety warnings for residents with children and pets. With the animals reportedly digging under fences and venturing into yards, city officials are reminding the public that feeding wildlife may be drawing them in and can result in fines of up to $1,000.… The post Wildwood Residents on Alert Following Increased Coyote Sightings appeared first on Coast News Today.
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Massive New ShopRite Under Construction in Galloway Township
A brand new, 86,000-square-foot ShopRite is currently under construction on Jimmie Leeds Road in Galloway Township and will eventually replace the township’s existing, smaller location. The expanded supermarket will offer wider aisles, larger departments, and two additional retail buildings on the property to accommodate the rapidly growing community. While an exact grand opening date has… The post Massive New ShopRite Under Construction in Galloway Township appeared first on Coast News Today.