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Wildwood Man Charged with Arson After Apartment Rescue
Authorities say a Wildwood man rescued from an apartment fire last month is now facing charges for starting the blaze himself. Prosecutors allege 35-year-old Edmir Pepa set multiple fires inside his unit, endangering neighbors before fire crews pulled him to safety. Pepa surrendered to police on Tuesday and remains held at the Cape May County… The post Wildwood Man Charged with Arson After Apartment Rescue appeared first on Coast News Today.
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New Hybrid Ferry Approved for Cape May-Lewes Route
The Delaware River and Bay Authority has unanimously approved a $78.6 million contract to construct a new diesel-hybrid ferry for the Cape May-Lewes route. The vessel, expected to launch in 2029, will replace the aging MV Cape Henlopen and is designed to operate with zero emissions while docked. This project is supported by a $20… The post New Hybrid Ferry Approved for Cape May-Lewes Route appeared first on Coast News Today.
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Stockton University President Granted Salary Increase and Contract Extension
Stockton University President Joe Bertolino has secured a new contract that will raise his annual base salary to $450,000 starting in July 2026. The agreement, recently approved by the Board of Trustees, also includes provisions for a monthly housing allowance, deferred compensation, and potential performance bonuses of up to $100,000 annually. Board Chair Jose Lozano… The post Stockton University President Granted Salary Increase and Contract Extension appeared first on Coast News Today.
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Major Upgrades Underway for Stockton University Library
Stockton University is moving forward with a $19.5 million renovation of the Richard E. Bjork Library to modernize the 60,000-square-foot facility in Atlantic County. Led by DIGroup Architecture, the redesign will transform three stories into a dynamic mix of media recording studios, quiet study zones, academic support services, and a new café. Funded by a… The post Major Upgrades Underway for Stockton University Library appeared first on Coast News Today.
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Ocean City Council Advances Redevelopment Steps for Former Wonderland Pier
The path to transforming the shuttered Wonderland Pier into a luxury resort cleared a major hurdle Thursday as Ocean City officials narrowly voted to designate the site as an area in need of redevelopment. The 4-to-3 decision now sends the proposal to the local planning board, reigniting the possibility of a $170 million hotel project… The post Ocean City Council Advances Redevelopment Steps for Former Wonderland Pier appeared first on Coast News Today.