Stories for October 2017

October 31, 2017

Blue Lobster Leaves Sea Isle, Arrives at New Home at Adventure Aquarium

It was moving day on Tuesday, but the rare blue lobster was in no mood to leave its home at …

October 31, 2017

Virginia Man Sentenced to 87 Months in Prison for Robbing Ocean City TD Bank and Three Other Banks

A Virginia man was sentenced today to 87 months in prison for robbing four banks – two in New Jersey …

October 30, 2017

Trick or Treat Schedule:

Trick-or-Treating will take place in Sea Isle City on Halloween Night, Tuesday, October 31, from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m...

October 29, 2017

Drama Guild Presents “Stage Door”

The Ocean City High School Drama Guild will present Stage Door, a play by Edna Ferber and George S. Kaufman, …

October 29, 2017

City Council Message:

During the October 24 City Council Meeting, Business Administrator George Savastano gave Council an update on the Sea Isle Boulevard …

October 27, 2017

Warning from the Cape May County Prosecutors Office Regarding Marijuana Candy

Acting County Prosecutor Robert W. Johnson and Chief of County Detectives Paul S. Skill issue a warning to all residents …

October 27, 2017

Mayor's Message: October 26

For many local residents, the autumn season is the perfect time to re-connect with neighbors and friends – and to …

October 27, 2017

Due to Overwhelming Public Support - Mike's Seafood and Dock Restaurant is Open One Last Weekend

Last weekend was supposed to be it, but the public has asked for more. The response was overwhelming and crowds …

October 26, 2017

Rare Blue Lobster Caught Off New Jersey Coast Will be Saved

Most lobsters hauled in by commercial fishing boats end up on someone’s dinner plate. But a remarkably rare blue lobster …

October 26, 2017

Dr. Kathleen Taylor Named Regional Superintendent of the Year

The Ocean City School District is proud to congratulate Superintendent Dr. Kathleen Taylor for being named Region III Superintendent of …

October 26, 2017

Petition Drive Seeks "Speed Humps" on Venicean Road in Sea Isle City

The 15 mph speed limit on Venicean Road is intended to slow traffic to a crawl through the residential neighborhood …

October 25, 2017

Spotted Out On A Tuesday Night At Fratelli's Pizzeria

You never know who you might run into at Fratelli's. Their wood fire pizza has created quite the following. On …

October 25, 2017

Sea Isle Boulevard Project Finally to Begin "Full Force"

So far this fall, construction on Sea Isle Boulevard has moved ahead with about as much speed as the slow-motion …

October 24, 2017

Oves, Thomas Rawlings, Jr.

Oves, Thomas Rawlings, Jr. 54 of Ocean City, NJ passed away on Sunday, October 22, 2017 at AtlantiCare Regional Medical …

October 24, 2017

Prescription Drug Disposal Event: Saturday, October 28 From 10AM-2PM

The Sea Isle City Police Department will host a free Prescription Drug Disposal Event on Saturday, October 28, from 10:00 …

October 24, 2017

Rehabilitation at The Shores in Cape May County

As one of the leading assisted living communities in Cape May County, New Jersey, we’re proud to offer expert short-term …

October 23, 2017

237 54th St West, Sea Isle NJ

Picture perfect home, with picturesque views!! This home is MOVE IN READY! Open space to the north overlooking the wetlands …

October 23, 2017

Lynda F. Brown (nee Carpenter)

Lynda F. Brown (nee Carpenter), 70, resident of Strathmere NJ and Port St. Lucie FL, passed away on Saturday, October …

October 22, 2017

Sea Isle City Hurricane Relief Drive Aids Puerto Rico

Sea Isle City collected bottled water, food and other essential supplies over the weekend to send to hurricane-ravaged Puerto Rico. …

October 22, 2017

Octoberfest Celebration is "Wunderbar" in Sea Isle City

Residents of Sea Isle City are used to seeing tourists dressed in T-shirts, bathing suits and flip-flops. So, it came …

October 21, 2017

Sea Isle’s Halloween Parade Provides Monstrously Good Time

Clowns are funny and friendly, right? Not when it comes to Halloween. Then they turn mean and maniacal. Even pint-sized, …

October 20, 2017

Volunteers in Medicine of South Jersey Welcomed New Board Members During Annual Dinner Meeting

On October 11, during their annual Dinner Meeting, the Board of Trustees for Volunteers in Medicine’s Free Clinics of South …

October 20, 2017

Your Last Chance For Mike's Famous "All-You-Can-Eat Seafood Buffet" In 2017

The autumn weather has been phenomenal in Sea Isle City this year, and that means the crowds of vacationers have …

October 20, 2017

Rehab or Replace? Options Considered for Townsends Inlet Bridge

The Cape May County Bridge Commission was given a series of options Thursday for rehabilitating or replacing the antiquated Townsends …

October 19, 2017

Price of New Townsends Inlet Bridge Could Hit $160 million

The cost for building a new Townsends Inlet Bridge to connect Sea Isle City and Avalon could reach as high …

October 19, 2017

Sea Isle City's Annual Halloween Parade Will Feature Live Music, Floats, Local Civic Organizations, Businesses, And Many Families Wearing Great Costumes

Hosted by the City’s Division of Recreation, Sea Isle City’s 2017 Halloween Parade is a much-anticipated attraction that delights spectators …

October 18, 2017

The Right Notes - Thursday October 19 at Greate Bay - Tickets Still Available

Don't miss your chance to attend the most comprehensive charitable wine tasting in South Jersey. This year's event will be …

October 18, 2017

Sturdy Savings Bank Presents Sponsorship Check to Somers Point Historical Society for “Horsepower by the Bay” Annual Event

Sturdy Savings Bank recently presented a sponsorship check to the Somers Point Historical Society Treasurer, Walter Gregory, for their annual …

October 18, 2017

90-Year Old Resident Was Honored For His Community Service, Received Mayor’s Proclamation

Sea Isle City resident Dave Barry (center) recently celebrated his 90th birthday with over 100 family members and friends. During …

October 16, 2017

Rescue Plan for Sea Isle Landmark is Rejected

An attempt by two prominent businessmen to save the Townsends Inlet Civic Center from foreclosure appears to have fallen through, …

October 16, 2017

“Heart Walk” Check for $10,000 Presented to Deborah Heart & Lung Center

During Sea Isle City’s annual Italian Festival on October 7, Mayor Leonard Desiderio and his family presented a check for …

October 15, 2017

40th Street Water Tower Painting Project Update

On September 12, 2017, City Council awarded a contract to Allied Painting, of Cherry Hill, New Jersey, in the amount …

October 14, 2017

Elevated Section of Sea Isle Boulevard Not Yet Ready For Traffic

Motorists will have to wait a little longer before traffic shifts over to a new, elevated section of Sea Isle …

October 13, 2017

Sea Isle's Tourism Officials Cope With Funding Decline for Advertising

A downward trend in revenue generated by rental permits for vacation homes has cut into the funding for Sea Isle …

October 13, 2017

Mayor's Message:

Even though the mercury has been showing temperatures that we usually associate with mid-September rather than mid-October, it’s perfectly clear …

October 12, 2017

Community Workshops Help Sea Isle City to Battle Drug Addiction

Monica Santarcangelo and other senior citizens took turns Thursday walking through a section of the Sea Isle City Public School …

October 12, 2017

Sturdy Savings Bank Presents Corporate Donation to Cape Assist

Sturdy Savings Bank Cape May presented its corporate donation to Cape Assist located in Wildwood. Gina Frattaroli-Becker, Sturdy Savings Bank …

October 10, 2017

Sea Isle Passes Environmentally-Friendly Law Banning Balloon Launches

Joining other Jersey Shore towns that have taken similar action to protect the environment, Sea Isle City is banning the …

October 10, 2017

Blood Drive - Thursday, October 12, From 1:00 to 6:00 P.M.

Your Help Is Needed - The American Red Cross will sponsor a Blood Drive on Thursday, October 12, from 1:00 …

October 10, 2017

Safe Driving Course - Wednesday, October 11

Safety First AARP is sponsoring a Safe Driving Class for seniors (or any interested motorists) on Wednesday, October 11, from …

October 10, 2017

Ocean City High School Announces Athletic Hall of Fame Inductees

Seven outstanding athletes from the Class of 2017, along with the entire 1996 OCHS football team, to be honored at …

October 9, 2017

Eagles Fans Can’t Help But Dream Big After Rout of Cardinals

Local fans of the Philadelphia Eagles have their rituals after driving up to Lincoln Financial Field. At the rest stops …

October 8, 2017

Sea Isle's Columbus Day Parade Unfolds in Grand Style

Cub Scouts Justin Wolfe and Jayden Connolly said they didn’t know anything about Christopher Columbus, but they were anxious to …

October 6, 2017

Sea Isle Hurricane Relief Drive to Benefit Puerto Rico

As a barrier island community exposed to the whims of the ocean, Sea Isle City has been the unfortunate target …

October 5, 2017

Authorities Investigate Explosives-Making Components Found in Sea Isle City

Authorities at the Jersey Shore are trying to identify the types of components that were discovered last weekend in a …

October 5, 2017

Community Forum Will Focus on Cape May County's Drug Crisis

Sea Isle City plans to confront the scourge of drug abuse “head on” in a community forum that will underscore …

October 5, 2017

Join Saint Joseph’s Phil Martelli and Temple’s Fran Dunphy Aug. 14th for Breakfast with the Coaches

Breakfast starts at 8 AM doors open at 7:30 AM reservations preferred but not required and the cost is just …

October 4, 2017

Sea Isle City Man Arrested for Explosive Materials, LSD

Sea Isle City police have arrested a local man on charges of possessing chemicals and components used for making explosives. …

October 4, 2017

Ocean City High School’s Amy T. Andersen Recognized as 2017-18 State Teacher of the Year

Amy T. Andersen, who works as an American Sign Language teacher at Ocean City High School, was named New Jersey’s …

October 4, 2017

Ocean City High School Plans Activities to Engage Students in Mental Health Awareness

Students at Ocean City High School are taking part in a series of innovative activities designed to raise mental health …

October 4, 2017

Plan is Hatched to Possibly Remove Bird Nests From Road Project

Each summer, a $12.7 million reconstruction project that will ultimately protect Sea Isle City’s low-lying main entryway from flooding must …

October 1, 2017

Sea Isle City 2017 Columbus Day Parade and Italian Festival Take Place October 7

Mayor Leonard Desiderio and his family will host Sea Isle’s 2017 Columbus Day Parade on Saturday, October 7, at 2:00 …

October 1, 2017

Tuesday, October 31

Blue Lobster Leaves Sea Isle, Arrives at New Home at Adventure Aquarium

It was moving day on Tuesday, but the rare blue lobster was in no mood to leave its home at …

Virginia Man Sentenced to 87 Months in Prison for Robbing Ocean City TD Bank and Three Other Banks

A Virginia man was sentenced today to 87 months in prison for robbing four banks – two in New Jersey …

Monday, October 30

Trick or Treat Schedule:

Trick-or-Treating will take place in Sea Isle City on Halloween Night, Tuesday, October 31, from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m...

Sunday, October 29

Drama Guild Presents “Stage Door”

The Ocean City High School Drama Guild will present Stage Door, a play by Edna Ferber and George S. Kaufman, …

City Council Message:

Friday, October 27

Warning from the Cape May County Prosecutors Office Regarding Marijuana Candy

Acting County Prosecutor Robert W. Johnson and Chief of County Detectives Paul S. Skill issue a warning to all residents …

Mayor's Message: October 26

For many local residents, the autumn season is the perfect time to re-connect with neighbors and friends – and to …

Due to Overwhelming Public Support - Mike's Seafood and Dock Restaurant is Open One Last Weekend

Last weekend was supposed to be it, but the public has asked for more. The response was overwhelming and crowds …

Thursday, October 26

Rare Blue Lobster Caught Off New Jersey Coast Will be Saved

Most lobsters hauled in by commercial fishing boats end up on someone’s dinner plate. But a remarkably rare blue lobster …

Dr. Kathleen Taylor Named Regional Superintendent of the Year

The Ocean City School District is proud to congratulate Superintendent Dr. Kathleen Taylor for being named Region III Superintendent of …

Petition Drive Seeks "Speed Humps" on Venicean Road in Sea Isle City

The 15 mph speed limit on Venicean Road is intended to slow traffic to a crawl through the residential neighborhood …

Wednesday, October 25

Spotted Out On A Tuesday Night At Fratelli's Pizzeria

You never know who you might run into at Fratelli's. Their wood fire pizza has created quite the following. On …

Sea Isle Boulevard Project Finally to Begin "Full Force"

So far this fall, construction on Sea Isle Boulevard has moved ahead with about as much speed as the slow-motion …

Tuesday, October 24

Oves, Thomas Rawlings, Jr.

Prescription Drug Disposal Event: Saturday, October 28 From 10AM-2PM

Rehabilitation at The Shores in Cape May County

As one of the leading assisted living communities in Cape May County, New Jersey, we’re proud to offer expert short-term …

Monday, October 23

237 54th St West, Sea Isle NJ

Lynda F. Brown (nee Carpenter)

Sunday, October 22

Sea Isle City Hurricane Relief Drive Aids Puerto Rico

Sea Isle City collected bottled water, food and other essential supplies over the weekend to send to hurricane-ravaged Puerto Rico. …

Octoberfest Celebration is "Wunderbar" in Sea Isle City

Residents of Sea Isle City are used to seeing tourists dressed in T-shirts, bathing suits and flip-flops. So, it came …

Saturday, October 21

Sea Isle’s Halloween Parade Provides Monstrously Good Time

Clowns are funny and friendly, right? Not when it comes to Halloween. Then they turn mean and maniacal. Even pint-sized, …

Friday, October 20

Volunteers in Medicine of South Jersey Welcomed New Board Members During Annual Dinner Meeting

On October 11, during their annual Dinner Meeting, the Board of Trustees for Volunteers in Medicine’s Free Clinics of South …

Your Last Chance For Mike's Famous "All-You-Can-Eat Seafood Buffet" In 2017

The autumn weather has been phenomenal in Sea Isle City this year, and that means the crowds of vacationers have …

Rehab or Replace? Options Considered for Townsends Inlet Bridge

The Cape May County Bridge Commission was given a series of options Thursday for rehabilitating or replacing the antiquated Townsends …

Thursday, October 19

Price of New Townsends Inlet Bridge Could Hit $160 million

The cost for building a new Townsends Inlet Bridge to connect Sea Isle City and Avalon could reach as high …

Sea Isle City's Annual Halloween Parade Will Feature Live Music, Floats, Local Civic Organizations, Businesses, And Many Families Wearing Great Costumes

Hosted by the City’s Division of Recreation, Sea Isle City’s 2017 Halloween Parade is a much-anticipated attraction that delights spectators …

Wednesday, October 18

The Right Notes - Thursday October 19 at Greate Bay - Tickets Still Available

Don't miss your chance to attend the most comprehensive charitable wine tasting in South Jersey. This year's event will be …

Sturdy Savings Bank Presents Sponsorship Check to Somers Point Historical Society for “Horsepower by the Bay” Annual Event

Sturdy Savings Bank recently presented a sponsorship check to the Somers Point Historical Society Treasurer, Walter Gregory, for their annual …

90-Year Old Resident Was Honored For His Community Service, Received Mayor’s Proclamation

Sea Isle City resident Dave Barry (center) recently celebrated his 90th birthday with over 100 family members and friends. During …

Monday, October 16

Rescue Plan for Sea Isle Landmark is Rejected

An attempt by two prominent businessmen to save the Townsends Inlet Civic Center from foreclosure appears to have fallen through, …

“Heart Walk” Check for $10,000 Presented to Deborah Heart & Lung Center

During Sea Isle City’s annual Italian Festival on October 7, Mayor Leonard Desiderio and his family presented a check for …

Sunday, October 15

40th Street Water Tower Painting Project Update

On September 12, 2017, City Council awarded a contract to Allied Painting, of Cherry Hill, New Jersey, in the amount …

Saturday, October 14

Elevated Section of Sea Isle Boulevard Not Yet Ready For Traffic

Motorists will have to wait a little longer before traffic shifts over to a new, elevated section of Sea Isle …

Friday, October 13

Sea Isle's Tourism Officials Cope With Funding Decline for Advertising

A downward trend in revenue generated by rental permits for vacation homes has cut into the funding for Sea Isle …