Stories for May 2017 - SeaIsle News

May 31, 2017

Sea Isle Looks to Crack Down on Trucks Speeding Through Flooded Areas

Garage doors have been smashed. Flower beds have been ruined. Now, the police are looking into the matter. What may …

May 31, 2017

“Be a HERO” Golf Tournament Supports HERO Campaign for Designated Drivers

More than 130 golfers participated in The John R. Elliott HERO Campaign for Designated Drivers’ 17th Annual “Be a HERO” …

May 31, 2017

Brighter and Wamer Days Ahead

Brighter and warmer days ahead as we shake off this gloomy and damp stretch of weather. Sunshine will return Thursday …

May 31, 2017

Plan for Longer Outdoor Dining Hours Falls Short in Sea Isle

A proposal to extend the dining and drinking hours at Sea Isle City’s outdoor bars and restaurants died Tuesday when …

May 30, 2017

Sea Isle City Remembers The Fallen

Memorial Day weekend is known as the unofficial start of summer in South Jersey, however that isn’t what Memorial Day …

May 28, 2017

Mainly Dry Memorial Day

The Memorial Day Weekend featured periods of sunshine, clouds and even rain, but overall it was a decent weekend. Now …

May 28, 2017

Summer Lovin' - Sea Isle Style

Rushing out of the front door I knew I was going to be late for my shift, as usual. He …

May 28, 2017

What to Do When the Sprinkles Start on the Beach

It’s Memorial Day weekend in Sea Isle and that means the fun doesn’t stop just because some rain is falling …

May 28, 2017

Observing Beach Rules, Both Official and “Unwritten” Benefit Everybody

It’s that time of year again! As you are reading this thousands of visitors have driven to Sea Isle to …

May 26, 2017

City Council Message:

Our most recent City Council meeting took place during the City’s annual Community Day gathering on Saturday, May 20. At …

May 26, 2017

Mayor's Message:

Last week, Business Administrator George Savastano and I toured the construction site at the Townsends Inlet Bridge, where we spoke …

May 26, 2017

Sunshine and Rain – A Perfect Holiday Weekend to Make Memories

It's finally here! The start of the summer season! And as usual weather in late May can be quite fickle. …

May 25, 2017

Floodplain Management Public Meeting:

The goal of Sea Isle City’s Floodplain Management Committee is to maintain consistency with FEMA requirements, which will hopefully result …

May 24, 2017

More Rain Ahead, But Will Memorial Day Weekend Be Dry?

Damp and dreary weather will continue this week as several low pressure systems move through. In addition to the occasional …

May 24, 2017

National Junior Honor Society Induction Recognizes Ocean City Students

Some of the best and brightest students of the Ocean City Intermediate School were honored yesterday with their induction into …

May 24, 2017

ICYMI – LoBiondo Questions Former CIA Director Brennan at House Intelligence Committee Hearing

If you missed this yesterday, below is the video clip of House CIA Subcommittee Chairman LoBiondo’s questioning of former CIA …

May 22, 2017

Sea Isle City's Annual Memorial Day Ceremony Will Take Place On Monday May 29

The public is invited to Sea Isle City’s annual Memorial Day Ceremony at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, May 29, in …

May 22, 2017

After Prom: The Party That Lasted All Night!

When students at Ocean City High School’s Prom were finished up with festivities at The Flanders Hotel, parents and community …

May 21, 2017

Occasionally Wet Week Ahead, But There Is Hope For The Holiday Weekend

We are trading dry, breezy and cool for clouds & occasionally wet weather this week. A cold front will move …

May 21, 2017

Memories Of A Lifetime At Ocean City High School Prom 2017

When most people think of formal dances during their school years, nothing can top Prom. Ocean City High School is …

May 21, 2017

Community Day Celebration Brings Sea Isle Together

Clare Neff, just 3 years old, and her 5-year-old brother, Tyler, stood on the steps of the Sea Isle City …

May 21, 2017

Sea Isle Residents Criticize Plan for Extra Hour of Outdoor Music

Sea Isle City’s plan to liven up the summer entertainment scene by giving outdoor bars and restaurants an extra hour …

May 20, 2017

Win a Dream Vacation Week In Sea Isle City!

Enter to win a dream Oceanfront Beach House for a Week in Sea Isle City, NJ!

May 20, 2017

Townsends Inlet Bridge to Remain Closed Indefinitely

The Townsends Inlet Bridge connecting Sea Isle City with Avalon will remain closed through Memorial Day weekend while emergency structural …

May 19, 2017

Much Cooler But Dry Weekend

We are at the end of the summer-like warmth as cooler air will move in for the weekend and beyond. …

May 18, 2017

Council to Consider Longer Hours for Outdoor Music in Sea Isle City

Sea Isle City plans to liven up its summer entertainment scene by extending the hours for music and dancing at …

May 18, 2017

LoBiondo Supports Efforts To Renegotiate NAFTA

U.S. Congressman Frank A. LoBiondo (NJ-02) today issued the following statement on the Trump Administration’s intention to renegotiate the North …

May 18, 2017

New Plan Emerges to Possibly Save Sea Isle Landmark From Foreclosure

Two developers who are building millions of dollars in retail, restaurant and residential projects in Townsends Inlet have teamed up …

May 17, 2017

Summer-Like 2nd Half Of The Week

A summer-like surge will settle in for the remainder of the week as a large high pressure system anchors itself …

May 16, 2017

Public Works Positions To Be Filled During Free Job Fair In Sea Isle City On May 20

Sea Isle City’s Department of Public Works will host a free “Summer Job Fair” on Saturday, May 20, from 10:00 …

May 16, 2017

St. Baldrick’s Day at OCHS – Key Club/Student Council – May 31st

Ocean City High School’s Key Club and Student Council are hosting a new event this year called St. Baldrick's on …

May 15, 2017

Sea Isle City's Community Day Celebration Takes Place On Saturday May 20. Featuring A Variety Of Events And Activities For Every Member Of The Family

On Saturday, May 20, from 10:00 a.m. to 12 noon, Mayor Leonard Desiderio will host Sea Isle City’s 8th Annual …

May 15, 2017

Warmer Days Ahead

After an unseasonably cool and unsettled stretch of weather, warmer temperatures are on the way. High pressure will anchor itself …

May 14, 2017

10 Years Later The Mission Remains The Same – 10th Annual Paddle For A Cause Is June 10 At Golden Nugget

A decade ago, seven people paddled around Absecon Island to raise money and awareness for people with cancer. Since then, …

May 13, 2017

N.J. Surfing Legends Honored at Hall of Fame Ceremony

This may have been the first Hall of Fame gala in history where shorts, Hawaiian shirts, flip-flops and baseball caps …

May 12, 2017

City Council’s Message:

During Sea Isle City’s Municipal Election on May 9, there were three candidates on the ballot for City Council. At …

May 12, 2017

Mayor's Message:

Sea Isle City held its Municipal Elections on May 9, which resulted in three candidates being elected to City Council. …

May 12, 2017

Larry Friedel, of 7th Street, Heads to N.J. Surfing Hall of Fame

Two knee replacements in the past three years and a ripped left hamstring aren’t going to prevent the 65-year-old Larry …

May 11, 2017

Sea Isle's Brian Heritage to Join Father in N.J. Surfing Hall of Fame

Most 5-year-old boys will probably spend their days on the beach building sandcastles, flying a kite or playing ball. Brian …

May 11, 2017

Coastal Storm Threatens Weekend Plans

Our stretch of dry, pleasant weather has come to an end. A Coastal Storm is expected to put a damper …

May 11, 2017

Cape Assist & The Horizon Foundation for New Jersey Announce 51+ Wellness Program in Cape May Court House

Cape Assist with Funding from The Horizon Foundation for New Jersey, present Wellness Program for Older Adults in Cape May …

May 10, 2017

Running Unopposed, Three Candidates Breeze to Victory in Sea Isle City

Hardly a nail-biter, Sea Isle City held a municipal election Tuesday that proved every bit as quiet as the beach …

May 9, 2017

Student SAT Scores at Ocean City High School Surpass New Jersey State Average by 56 Points

With double-digit increases in both reading and math, Ocean City High School (OCHS) students scored an average 1131 out of …

May 9, 2017

Sea Isle's Old Firehouse Reduced to Rubble

By Donald Wittkowski The old, wood-frame firehouse was no match for the 20-ton excavator and its giant claw. Each time …

May 9, 2017

Three Candidates Running Unopposed in Tuesday's Sea Isle Council Election

Two incumbents and one newcomer are running unopposed for three City Council seats in Sea Isle City’s municipal election Tuesday. …

May 8, 2017

Sea Isle's Old Firehouse Slated for Demolition on Tuesday

No one could possibly save this decrepit building now. Not even the firefighters who once occupied it. A last look …

May 8, 2017

Afterschool Drama Club Fifth-Grade Showcase Was A Big Success, Thanks To Sea Isle Board Of Education Grant

The Ocean City School District’s Afterschool Drama Club for Students in 2nd through 5th grades concluded on Friday with the …

May 7, 2017

Beachcomber Volunteers Will Host Annual "Turtle Party" On May 21 To Raise Funds For Family-Friendly Beach Walks

The Beachcomber Guides – a group of volunteers who are committed to educating others about the local eco-system – will …

May 6, 2017

Sea Isle Council Candidates Stress Bipartisanship Heading Into Election

In a dramatic contrast with rancorous Washington-style partisan politics, Sea Isle City’s municipal election is unfolding in an atmosphere that …

May 5, 2017

Atilis Gym Shows Its Muscle With Ambitious Expansion Plans

This is a place that proudly proclaims itself as an old-school gym. Owner Chris Lambert says there is nothing pretentious …

May 4, 2017

The Sea Isle City Garden Club's Annual Flower Sale Fundraiser IS May 20 & 21 At Dealy Field

The members of the Sea Isle City Garden Club will host their annual Flower Sale Fundraiser at the Dealy Field …

May 4, 2017

Friday Soaker, But Looking Mainly Dry Saturday And Sunday

After a stretch of nice weather, things are going downhill as we finish out the week. A storm system approaching …

May 4, 2017

College Preparatory Seminar – A Workshop for OC High School Parents on Wednesday, May 10

Josh and Dana Linthicum have two children in school – Kai is currently in second grade and Keira will be …

May 3, 2017

Girls Weekend is Big Success in Sea Isle

They shopped, they dined, they partied and they provided a big boost for Sea Isle City’s economy. The “girls” were …

May 2, 2017

Cape Assist with funding from State of New Jersey Division of Mental Health and Addiction Services Offers “Achieving Personal Balance” Lunch & Learn Program in Lower Township

Cape Assist, with funding from State of New Jersey Division of Mental Health and Addiction Services, presents “Achieving Personal Balance” …

May 1, 2017

Business & Rental License Reminder

Annual Mercantile Business and Mercantile Rental Licenses are due May 1, 2017. To avoid a $50 late fee, licenses must …

May 1, 2017

Freon (R-22) Will Soon Become Obsolete

Broadley’s is offering you $500 off the cost of your replacement AC unit through June 1, 2017. Your current unit …

May 1, 2017

Yoga Returns To JFK Beach May 1

Summer Yoga on the JFK Boulevard Beach begins May 1 on Mondays, Wednesdays and Friday at 7:30 a.m. (rain location: …

Wednesday, May 31

Sea Isle Looks to Crack Down on Trucks Speeding Through Flooded Areas

Garage doors have been smashed. Flower beds have been ruined. Now, the police are looking into the matter. What may …

“Be a HERO” Golf Tournament Supports HERO Campaign for Designated Drivers

More than 130 golfers participated in The John R. Elliott HERO Campaign for Designated Drivers’ 17th Annual “Be a HERO” …

Brighter and Wamer Days Ahead

Brighter and warmer days ahead as we shake off this gloomy and damp stretch of weather. Sunshine will return Thursday …

Plan for Longer Outdoor Dining Hours Falls Short in Sea Isle

A proposal to extend the dining and drinking hours at Sea Isle City’s outdoor bars and restaurants died Tuesday when …

Tuesday, May 30

Sea Isle City Remembers The Fallen

Memorial Day weekend is known as the unofficial start of summer in South Jersey, however that isn’t what Memorial Day …

Sunday, May 28

Mainly Dry Memorial Day

The Memorial Day Weekend featured periods of sunshine, clouds and even rain, but overall it was a decent weekend. Now …

Summer Lovin' - Sea Isle Style

What to Do When the Sprinkles Start on the Beach

It’s Memorial Day weekend in Sea Isle and that means the fun doesn’t stop just because some rain is falling …

Observing Beach Rules, Both Official and “Unwritten” Benefit Everybody

It’s that time of year again! As you are reading this thousands of visitors have driven to Sea Isle to …

Friday, May 26

City Council Message:

Mayor's Message:

Sunshine and Rain – A Perfect Holiday Weekend to Make Memories

It's finally here! The start of the summer season! And as usual weather in late May can be quite fickle. …

Thursday, May 25

Floodplain Management Public Meeting:

Wednesday, May 24

More Rain Ahead, But Will Memorial Day Weekend Be Dry?

Damp and dreary weather will continue this week as several low pressure systems move through. In addition to the occasional …

National Junior Honor Society Induction Recognizes Ocean City Students

Some of the best and brightest students of the Ocean City Intermediate School were honored yesterday with their induction into …

ICYMI – LoBiondo Questions Former CIA Director Brennan at House Intelligence Committee Hearing

If you missed this yesterday, below is the video clip of House CIA Subcommittee Chairman LoBiondo’s questioning of former CIA …

Monday, May 22

Sea Isle City's Annual Memorial Day Ceremony Will Take Place On Monday May 29

The public is invited to Sea Isle City’s annual Memorial Day Ceremony at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, May 29, in …

After Prom: The Party That Lasted All Night!

When students at Ocean City High School’s Prom were finished up with festivities at The Flanders Hotel, parents and community …

Sunday, May 21

Occasionally Wet Week Ahead, But There Is Hope For The Holiday Weekend

We are trading dry, breezy and cool for clouds & occasionally wet weather this week. A cold front will move …

Memories Of A Lifetime At Ocean City High School Prom 2017

When most people think of formal dances during their school years, nothing can top Prom. Ocean City High School is …

Community Day Celebration Brings Sea Isle Together

Clare Neff, just 3 years old, and her 5-year-old brother, Tyler, stood on the steps of the Sea Isle City …

Sea Isle Residents Criticize Plan for Extra Hour of Outdoor Music

Sea Isle City’s plan to liven up the summer entertainment scene by giving outdoor bars and restaurants an extra hour …

Saturday, May 20

Win a Dream Vacation Week In Sea Isle City!

Enter to win a dream Oceanfront Beach House for a Week in Sea Isle City, NJ!

Townsends Inlet Bridge to Remain Closed Indefinitely

The Townsends Inlet Bridge connecting Sea Isle City with Avalon will remain closed through Memorial Day weekend while emergency structural …

Friday, May 19

Much Cooler But Dry Weekend

We are at the end of the summer-like warmth as cooler air will move in for the weekend and beyond. …

Thursday, May 18

Council to Consider Longer Hours for Outdoor Music in Sea Isle City

Sea Isle City plans to liven up its summer entertainment scene by extending the hours for music and dancing at …

﻿LoBiondo Supports Efforts To Renegotiate NAFTA

U.S. Congressman Frank A. LoBiondo (NJ-02) today issued the following statement on the Trump Administration’s intention to renegotiate the North …

New Plan Emerges to Possibly Save Sea Isle Landmark From Foreclosure

Two developers who are building millions of dollars in retail, restaurant and residential projects in Townsends Inlet have teamed up …

Wednesday, May 17

Summer-Like 2nd Half Of The Week

A summer-like surge will settle in for the remainder of the week as a large high pressure system anchors itself …

Tuesday, May 16

Public Works Positions To Be Filled During Free Job Fair In Sea Isle City On May 20

Sea Isle City’s Department of Public Works will host a free “Summer Job Fair” on Saturday, May 20, from 10:00 …

St. Baldrick’s Day at OCHS – Key Club/Student Council – May 31st

Ocean City High School’s Key Club and Student Council are hosting a new event this year called St. Baldrick's on …

Monday, May 15

Sea Isle City's Community Day Celebration Takes Place On Saturday May 20. Featuring A Variety Of Events And Activities For Every Member Of The Family

On Saturday, May 20, from 10:00 a.m. to 12 noon, Mayor Leonard Desiderio will host Sea Isle City’s 8th Annual …

Warmer Days Ahead

After an unseasonably cool and unsettled stretch of weather, warmer temperatures are on the way. High pressure will anchor itself …

Sunday, May 14

10 Years Later The Mission Remains The Same – 10th Annual Paddle For A Cause Is June 10 At Golden Nugget

A decade ago, seven people paddled around Absecon Island to raise money and awareness for people with cancer. Since then, …

Saturday, May 13

LoBiondo Supports Efforts To Renegotiate NAFTA