South Jersey News from Wednesday, March 12th, 2025
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Gov. Murphy Proposes Higher Mansion Tax to Raise $322 Million
TRENTON, N.J. — Governor Phil Murphy’s proposed budget includes an increase in the "mansion tax" on real estate transactions over $1 million, aiming to raise an additional $322 million for the state.
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Legislature Advances Bill to Limit Cellphone Use in Schools
TRENTON — A bill aimed at limiting cellphone use in schools is moving through the Legislature after a hearing by the Assembly’s education committee on Monday. The legislation would require school boards to adopt policies restricting students' cellphone use during critical instruction periods. This bill aligns with one of Gov. Phil Murphy’s priorities for his final year in office.
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North Wildwood to Host St. Patrick’s Day Festivities
NORTH WILDWOOD, N.J. — St. Patrick's Day celebrations in North Wildwood will kick off this Saturday, March 15, with a Catholic Mass at 10 a.m. at St. Ann’s Church of Notre Dame De La Mer Parish, located at 2901 Atlantic Avenue in Wildwood. Following the Mass, a moving ceremony will take place at 12 p.m. on the front steps of North Wildwood City Hall, located at 9th and Atlantic Avenue.
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Playland’s Castaway Cove Prepares for a Busy 2025 Season
OCEAN CITY, NEW JERSEY — Crews were busy at Playland’s Castaway Cove on the Boardwalk this Tuesday, preparing for a bustling summer season in 2025. The amusement park, known for its family-friendly attractions, is set to introduce new rides, including a breakdance ride and a helicopter ride known as Wind Star. Additionally, a beloved pirate ship will make its return to the Boardwalk, and a rooftop roller coaster is in the works. This year’s preparations are more hectic than usual due to a variety of new features.