A 75-year-old Ventnor man and former coach at Young's Skating Center is accused of sexually assaulting a student during three years in the 1990s. Ralph Marinelli faces charges involving minors under his supervision. The arrest followed an investigation after the victim reported the allegations to the U.S. Center for SafeSport.
FOOTBALL HALL OF FAMER APPEARS IN SUMMER SPEAKER SERIES
Pro Football Hall of Famer Brian Dawkins told those at the Ocean City Tabernacle that faith, not football, changed his life. The former Eagles safety spoke as part of the Tabernacle's annual Summer Speaker Series, sharing his struggles with mental health, his NFL career, and how his faith helped him overcome challenges. The Tabernacle's Summer Speaker Series will continue through Labor Day.
ATV CRASH ON ATLANTIC CITY BOARDWALK INJURES SEVERAL
Seven people, including two police officers, were injured Saturday afternoon when two police ATVs crashed on the Atlantic City boardwalk. Video shows one ATV rear-ending another, sending it into pedestrians and a tram car. The crash happened near Brighton Avenue, and police are investigating.
LOCAL BEACHES FLAGGED FOR E. COLI
Several South Jersey waterways are being monitored for elevated levels of fecal bacteria, according to the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection. Some beaches tested positive for enterococcus or E. coli, including Baltimore Street and Delaware Avenue beaches in Cape May City, which have been flagged. No swimming areas are closed, but officials advise caution and to follow posted signs. Water testing will continue throughout the week.
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