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Vineland Father's Death Involved Meth, Heart Disease
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Vineland Father's Death Involved Meth, Heart Disease

New details have emerged in the tragic death of Louis "Gus" Serbeck, who died after confronting his daughter's alleged attacker. A judge revealed the 54-year-old Millville man had methamphetamine in his system and heart issues that may have contributed to his death.

5/14/2026
South Jersey NewsBeat
Ocean City Gears Up for Summer Season
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Ocean City Gears Up for Summer Season

With Memorial Day just around the corner, Ocean City is rolling out its full summer lineup, from the traditional Unlocking of the Ocean ceremony to discounted beach tags and a packed entertainment schedule featuring acts like Straight No Chaser and Bruce Hornsby.

5/14/2026
South Jersey NewsBeat
County Launches Tourism Push for America's 250th Birthday
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County Launches Tourism Push for America's 250th Birthday

Cape May County is investing over $107,000 in a summer-long tourism campaign designed to capture visitors celebrating America's 250th anniversary, positioning our shore towns to benefit from millions expected in the Greater Philadelphia region.

5/14/2026
South Jersey NewsBeat
Jay Gillian Wins Fifth Term as Ocean City Mayor
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Jay Gillian Wins Fifth Term as Ocean City Mayor

Ocean City voters reelected Mayor Jay Gillian on Tuesday night in one of the city's most closely watched elections in recent years, with nearly half of registered voters turning out amid heated debate over the former Gillian's Wonderland Pier redevelopment.

5/13/2026
South Jersey NewsBeat
Mays Landing Man Convicted of Child Sexual Assault
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Mays Landing Man Convicted of Child Sexual Assault

A 34-year-old Mays Landing resident faces a mandatory minimum sentence of 25 years to life after being convicted of sexually assaulting a juvenile relative. The conviction follows a weeklong trial in Atlantic County.

5/13/2026
South Jersey NewsBeat
Coast Guard Awards $612M for East Coast Base Upgrades
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Coast Guard Awards $612M for East Coast Base Upgrades

The U.S. Coast Guard has awarded major construction contracts to upgrade facilities at Training Center Cape May in New Jersey and Base Charleston in South Carolina, including projects that will expand recruit training capacity and modernize critical infrastructure.

5/12/2026
South Jersey NewsBeat
Atlantic City Man Admits to Casino Thefts and Drug Charges
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Atlantic City Man Admits to Casino Thefts and Drug Charges

Jack Ruth, also known as Eugene Bolan, faces three years in state prison after pleading guilty to multiple charges including casino vehicle thefts, drug possession, and assault. The 54-year-old admitted to crimes spanning from 2022 through early 2026.

5/12/2026
South Jersey NewsBeat
Cape May Raises Parking Meter Rates for First Time Since 2019
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Cape May Raises Parking Meter Rates for First Time Since 2019

After holding rates steady for more than five years, Cape May City Council has voted to increase parking meter prices across town ahead of Memorial Day. Rates near the Washington Street Mall will jump to $3 per hour, while other areas will see smaller increases.

5/12/2026
South Jersey NewsBeat
Vineland Data Center Sparks Uproar Over Noise and Water Issues
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Vineland Data Center Sparks Uproar Over Noise and Water Issues

A massive AI data center in Vineland is drawing fierce criticism from residents who report constant industrial noise, brown tap water ruining laundry, and concerns about strain on the region's drinking water supply. The 2.6 million-square-foot facility has become a flashpoint in debates over who benefits from the AI boom.

5/12/2026
South Jersey NewsBeat
Atlantic City Expressway Third Lane Project Details Revealed
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Atlantic City Expressway Third Lane Project Details Revealed

The South Jersey Transportation Authority has launched an updated Virtual Public Information Center for the Atlantic City Expressway widening project, with public feedback welcome through May 22. Construction is now expected to begin later this year, two years ahead of previous estimates.

5/12/2026
South Jersey NewsBeat
Meadowlands Owner Proposes Scaled-Down Casino Plan
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Meadowlands Owner Proposes Scaled-Down Casino Plan

Jeffrey Gural, owner of the Meadowlands Racetrack, is revising his vision for a North Jersey casino, proposing a convenience-focused venue rather than an Atlantic City-style resort. The shift comes after pushback from Atlantic City interests and aims to keep gambling dollars from flowing to New York and Pennsylvania.

5/11/2026
South Jersey NewsBeat
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