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Teen Found Safe After Two Days in Wooded Preserve
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Teen Found Safe After Two Days in Wooded Preserve

A 17-year-old boy with autism was rescued from a heavily wooded nature preserve in Egg Harbor Township late Saturday night after disappearing from his home two days earlier. The multi-agency search effort involved helicopters, K-9 teams, and specialized FBI resources.

3/26/2026
South Jersey NewsBeat
Shore Medical Center Hits $100K Milestone in Opioid Prevention
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Shore Medical Center Hits $100K Milestone in Opioid Prevention

A local nonprofit's annual golf tournament has now contributed $100,000 to Shore Medical Center's fight against opioid addiction over five years. The latest $20,000 donation is helping reduce opioid use in our community hospital while connecting patients to vital treatment resources.

3/25/2026
South Jersey NewsBeat
Governor Calls for End to Casino Smoking Stalemate
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Governor Calls for End to Casino Smoking Stalemate

Governor Mikie Sherrill is urging state lawmakers to finally resolve the contentious debate over smoking in Atlantic City casinos, a dispute that has divided workers and industry leaders for years while litigation continues.

3/25/2026
South Jersey NewsBeat
Wu-Tang Clan Coming to Hard Rock Atlantic City This August
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Wu-Tang Clan Coming to Hard Rock Atlantic City This August

The legendary hip hop collective will perform at Hard Rock Live at Etess Arena on August 28. Tickets go on sale Friday, March 27 at 10 a.m., giving fans a chance to see one of the most influential groups in hip hop history right here in our backyard.

3/25/2026
South Jersey NewsBeat
County Supervisor Indicted for Alleged $75K Fuel Theft
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County Supervisor Indicted for Alleged $75K Fuel Theft

An Atlantic County Department of Public Works supervisor faces serious charges after allegedly orchestrating a years-long scheme to steal diesel fuel for his private logistics business. Prosecutors say the theft totaled nearly $80,000.

3/24/2026
South Jersey NewsBeat
Fire Engulfs Solar Panels at Egg Harbor Township ShopRite
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Fire Engulfs Solar Panels at Egg Harbor Township ShopRite

Multiple fire companies battled a two-hour blaze at the English Creek Avenue ShopRite on March 21 after solar panels on the roof caught fire. No injuries were reported, and crews from five departments worked together to extinguish the flames.

3/23/2026
South Jersey NewsBeat
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