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Wildwood’s Iconic Ferris Wheel Taken Down for $1.5 Million Overhaul
The 156-foot Ferris wheel at Morey’s Pier in Wildwood is temporarily off the boardwalk as it undergoes a major refurbishment expected to cost over $1.5 million. The entire attraction, a skyline fixture since 1985, is being disassembled to replace the two main bearings on which it spins. Other parts, like the hub and spokes, will… The post Wildwood’s Iconic Ferris Wheel Taken Down for $1.5 Million Overhaul appeared first on Coast News Today.
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Powerful Solar Storm Brings Northern Lights to New Jersey
A strong geomagnetic storm made the Northern Lights visible as far south as southern NewJersey on Tuesday night. The colorful display was triggered by one of the current solar cycle’s most powerful eruptions, which sent a massive cloud of plasma hurtling toward Earth. Forecasters had issued a severe space weather alert ahead of the impact.… The post Powerful Solar Storm Brings Northern Lights to New Jersey appeared first on Coast News Today.
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Atlantic City Shooting Leaves One Teen Dead
Authorities in Atlantic City are investigating a shooting that occurred Friday evening on Arkansas Avenue. Police say a 15-year-old boy was killed and a 17-year-old boy was wounded in the incident. The 17-year-old was taken to a local hospital and is expected to recover. No arrests have been made, and investigators are asking anyone with… The post Atlantic City Shooting Leaves One Teen Dead appeared first on Coast News Today.
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$54 Million Wildwoods Beach Project Canceled Amid Local Disputes
State environmental officials announced Friday that a $54 million beach and dune fortification project for the Wildwoods and Lower Township has been terminated. The decision was made after local leaders failed to resolve long-standing disagreements over the project’s scope before a September deadline. The plan was fully funded by federal and state sources, but towns… The post $54 Million Wildwoods Beach Project Canceled Amid Local Disputes appeared first on Coast News Today.
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Atlantic City Mayor Small Re-elected Despite Indictments
Atlantic City Mayor Marty Small Sr. secured another term in office, defeating Republican challenger Naeem Ahmed Khan with nearly 62.5 percent of the vote. The 25-point victory margin affirms Small’s support in the Democratic stronghold. This re-election comes as Small and his wife, the city’s school superintendent, are scheduled to face trial in December on… The post Atlantic City Mayor Small Re-elected Despite Indictments appeared first on Coast News Today.