Stories for December 2016

Friday, December 30

December 30, 2016

SEA ISLE CITY’S ANNUAL NEW YEAR’S EVE CELEBRATION FOR FAMILIES HAS A NEW THEME: “AMERICA – SEA TO SHINING SEA”

On December 31, as children and their families enter Sea Isle City’s municipal gymnasium for the resort’s annual New Year’s …

December 30, 2016

SEA ISLE CITY’S NEW YEAR’S EVE CELEBRATION WILL DELIGHT FAMILIES WITH DINNER, DANCING, ACTIVITIES AND AN EARLY COUNTDOWN TO MIDNIGHT ON DECEMBER 31

Every year, hundreds of children and their families attend a New Year’s Eve celebration in Sea Isle City, which allows …

Wednesday, December 28

December 28, 2016

Lighting Project Will Allow Sea Isle's Little Leaguers to Play at Night

The Chicago Cubs had to wait 74 years before they finally played their first night game at Wrigley Field. By …

December 28, 2016

Sea Isle City Proposes Increase in Construction Fees

Sea Isle City plans to increase the fees it charges for construction permits and building inspections for the first time …

Tuesday, December 27

December 27, 2016

Charity Coat Drive:

Mrs. Brizzle’s Buns & Deli, located at 4601 Landis Avenue, is collecting gently worn and new coats for the Atlantic …

Sunday, December 25

December 25, 2016

Famed Fat Cat at Jersey Shore Finds a New Home

Sprinkles sounds as though she is getting ready to audition for a spot on “The Biggest Loser” reality TV show …

Friday, December 23

December 23, 2016

Mayor's Message:

I am happy to report that this year’s Mayor’s Holiday Toy & Food Drive was a tremendous success, once again …

December 23, 2016

In Sea Isle City, the Gift of Giving Helps Needy Children and Families

Clad in his pajamas, Jose Fraga Jr. rushed to the front door Thursday when he saw three men standing outside …

Wednesday, December 21

December 21, 2016

Holly Shores Camping Resort Donates $1,500 to Volunteers in Medicine, Supports Access to Free Quality Health Care for Uninsured Residents

Representatives Bill and Christine Salerno, of Holly Shores Camping Resort in Lower Township, recently presented a $1,500 donation to Jacqueline …

December 21, 2016

Cold Air Takes A Break As Winter Begins

Winter has arrived officially today, but the good news is the unseasonably cold air will be leaving us for a …

Tuesday, December 20

December 20, 2016

New Clinic, New Name, New Logo…SAME GREAT CARE!

Volunteers in Medicine of Cape May County is now Volunteers in Medicine of South Jersey. We are still VIM. We …

December 20, 2016

First Degree Robbery Charges for Bruce W. Higgins, Jr. for TD Bank Robbery

Cape May County Prosecutor Robert L. Taylor and Chief Chad Callahan of the Ocean City Police Department announce First Degree …

Sunday, December 18

December 18, 2016

Santa Thrills Children During Sunday Brunch at VFW in Sea Isle

Listen up, kids. When it comes to having some one-on-one time with Santa, you better watch out, you better not …

December 18, 2016

Here's One List For Plenty of "Cheers!" Over The Holidays

It’s a Top 10 holiday list so special that we’ll call it a Top 10, plus one. Compiled by the …

Friday, December 16

December 16, 2016

Higher Road is Ahead for Motorists on Sea Isle Boulevard

If all goes as planned, motorists will be taking the “high road” in and out of Sea Isle City by …

December 16, 2016

Suspect Arrested in TD Bank Robbery

The person arrested matches the suspect in the photos of the TD Bank robbery in Ocean City

December 16, 2016

What Approaching Winter Storm Means For Sea Isle City This Weekend

A Winter Weather Advisory is in effect tonight for the possibility of a brief mix of snow & ice. A …

Thursday, December 15

December 15, 2016

Workout Buffs Stay in Shape at Forza Fitness in Sea Isle

America, unfortunately, has a weight problem. As a country, we’re pretty flabby. Government health statistics show that more than 70 …

December 15, 2016

Bank Robbery - TD Bank 9th Street Ocean City

The Ocean City Police Department responded to a reported bank robbery at the TD Bank located in the 100 block …

December 15, 2016

Cape May County Police Chiefs Hosted a “Holiday Dash” on December 9 Benefitting Mayor Desiderio’s Annual Holiday Toy & Food Drive

On December 9, the Cape May County Police Chief’s Association hosted a “Holiday Dash” 1-Mile Run / Walk that benefitted …

Wednesday, December 14

December 14, 2016

Frigid Blast Moving In!

Get ready for some of the coldest air we’ve seen in a while. An Arctic Blast of Canadian air is …

Tuesday, December 13

December 13, 2016

City Council to Rewrite "Bump-Outs" Ordinance in Sea Isle

City Council’s meeting Tuesday resembled an art class when Councilman Jack Gibson had a flip chart carried to the front …

December 13, 2016

Planning Board Postpones Vote on Sea Isle's Updated Master Plan

A long-awaited vote on Sea Isle City’s updated master was delayed Monday night and may not be held until mid-2017 …

Monday, December 12

December 12, 2016

Preventing Frozen Pipes

Frozen pipes are no joke! Follow these step to ensure a safe winter.

December 12, 2016

The 1st Annual Sea Isle News.com Holiday Decoration Contest

Make your holidays bright... and spread some cheer. Sea Isle News.com is celebrating with our First Annual Holiday Decoration Contest! …

Sunday, December 11

December 11, 2016

Congress Set to Approve Authorization of $55 Million Beach Replenishment Project for Cape May County, Sign Off on Delaware River Basin Restoration Legislation

WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Congressman Frank A. LoBiondo (NJ-02), a senior member of the House Transportation & Infrastructure Committee, announced …

Friday, December 9

December 9, 2016

Are You Ready For Your YETI?

They may be the coolest coolers ever made. The highly-coveted Yeti coolers not only keep things nice and cold for …

December 9, 2016

AARP CHAPTER 710 OF SEA ISLE CITY ANNOUNCE 2016 VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR

During AARP Chapter 710’s annual Christmas Luncheon at The Tuckahoe Inn on December 8, Joe Robinson, of Sea Isle City, …

Thursday, December 8

December 8, 2016

Winter Is Coming!

Even though the official start of winter doesn’t arrive until December 21st, our first blast of arctic air is set …

December 8, 2016

Holiday Dash Hosted by the Cape May County Police Chiefs Association – Friday @ 7PM

The Holiday Dash is a 1-Mile Run/Walk that benefits Mayor Desiderio's Holiday Toy and Food Drive. Walkers and runners are …

Tuesday, December 6

December 6, 2016

VFW Post 1963 Will Host Their Annual "Brunch With Santa" on 12/18 in Sea Isle City

What could be more enjoyable than a festive holiday brunch? --One that includes Santa Claus! On Sunday, December 18, at …

December 6, 2016

Cape Assist’s Annual Peer Leadership Conference Was Huge Success

12/5/15 (Wildwood, NJ) --- Cape Assist’s Annual Peer Leadership Conference was a huge success, empowering students to set examples for …

Monday, December 5

December 5, 2016

Santa’s Calling - Applications are due December 6, 2016

Sea Isle City Division of Recreation In Cooperation with the Knights of Columbus Sponsors: Santa’s Calling Wednesday December 7, 2016 …

Saturday, December 3

December 3, 2016

Sea Isle Historical Society Celebrates an Old-Fashioned Christmas

Long before smartphones, laptops and virtual reality became all the rage, children would wake up on Christmas morning and find …

Friday, December 2

December 2, 2016

DONATIONS ARE NOW BEING ACCEPTED FOR MAYOR DESIDERIO’S ANNUAL TOY & FOOD DRIVE

Mayor Len Desiderio’s 24th Annual Holiday Toy and Food Drive is currently underway. Donations of unwrapped toys, non-perishable food items …

Thursday, December 1

December 1, 2016

"Bump-Outs" Debated in Sea Isle City

The upscale oceanview and bayfront homes that are common in Sea Isle City often are dressed up with an architectural …

December 1, 2016