Stories for December 2018

Monday, December 31

December 31, 2018

Family-Friendly Celebration Rings in 2019 in Sea Isle

Tanner Moeller of Tuckahoe will have quite a story to tell her kindergarten classmates when she returns to the Upper …

Sunday, December 30

December 30, 2018

Sea Isle Gets Ready for Big New Year's Eve

Not content with having just one New Year’s Eve celebration, Sea Isle City will throw two big parties that will …

Saturday, December 29

December 29, 2018

Festive Homes Light Up Sea Isle Scenery

Every year Sea Isle City homeowners and businesses do their best to show the rest of South Jersey that being …

Friday, December 28

December 28, 2018

Townsends Inlet Bridge Reconstruction Project on Schedule

After four months of a major overhaul project to replace sections of the antiquated Townsends Inlet Bridge, local and county …

Thursday, December 27

December 27, 2018

Family Vows to Rebuild Fire-Damaged Duplex

The smell of smoke lingered as Don and Sophia Peyton and their five children removed some household items Wednesday from …

Wednesday, December 26

December 26, 2018

Kayak Project, Flood Warning System to Receive County Funding

In its last meeting of the year, City Council approved agreements Wednesday that will result in more than $1 million …

December 26, 2018

Family Picture Wins SeaIsleNews.com Christmas Photo Contest

Alan Nesensohn is a self-professed “guy who likes to take chances” and it paid off with a winning entry in …

December 26, 2018

Polar Plunge Run-Walk Founder Gearing Up for 2019 Event

The Polar Bear Plunge weekend in Sea Isle City has become the biggest off-season event in town. “Not exactly,” clarifies …

Monday, December 24

December 24, 2018

Share your Memorable Holiday Pictures, Win $100 Gift Certificate to Mike’s Seafood and Dock Restaurant

Share your Memorable Holiday Pictures, Win $100 Gift Certificate to Mike’s Seafood &Dock Restaurant. Do you have a funny, inspiring, …

Sunday, December 23

December 23, 2018

Sea Isle's Popular Holiday Beach Tags Sell Out

One of the most coveted gifts people may find wrapped under the tree or stuffed in their stockings on Christmas …

Saturday, December 22

December 22, 2018

City Council's Message

In its latest message to the public, City Council notes that the ongoing reconstruction of Sea Isle Boulevard into an …

Friday, December 21

December 21, 2018

Mayor's Holiday Food and Toy Drive Spreads Cheer in Sea Isle

Sis Borden embodies the community spirit of Mayor Leonard Desiderio's Holiday Food and Toy Drive, now in its 26th year. …

December 21, 2018

Weak Storm Spares Sea Isle

It was a storm that wasn’t very stormy. Despite predictions of torrential rain, wind gusts of 50 mph and moderate …

Thursday, December 20

December 20, 2018

Mayor's Message: Dec. 20

In his latest Mayor's Message, Mayor Leonard Desiderio congratulates Donald Teefy III, Sea Isle City's newest Eagle Scout. Don is …

December 20, 2018

State-of-the-Art Movie Theater Multiplex and Burger Restaurant Coming to South Jersey

Santa delivered an early Christmas present to the city of Ventnor, which is now much closer to seeing its longtime …

December 20, 2018

Flood Watch in Effect for Sea Isle

The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Watch for Sea Isle City. Heavy rain is expected to continue into …

Wednesday, December 19

December 19, 2018

Beached Sailor Finally Leaves New Jersey

Erik Wade’s departure from the Jersey Shore was far less dramatic than his arrival. The 40-year-old sailor quietly slipped out …

Tuesday, December 18

December 18, 2018

Cape May County Unveils Online Flood Risk Mapping System

The Cape May County Office of Emergency Management has launched a new flood risk mapping system that will show the …

Monday, December 17

December 17, 2018

You Don’t Have to be Italian to Celebrate the Feast of the Seven Fishes

With Christmas right around the corner, meal preparation is at the top of mind of many a holiday host and …

December 17, 2018

Sea Isle Man Faces Sexual Assault Charges

A 39-year-old Sea Isle City man who was already being held in the Cape May County jail has been charged …

December 17, 2018

AARP Names 2018 Volunteer of the Year

During their annual Holiday Luncheon on Dec. 13, the members of AARP Chapter 710, of Sea Isle City, honored their …

Sunday, December 16

December 16, 2018

Wishes Come True at VFW Santa Brunch

Kellen Strohl, 4, of Lancaster, Pa. carefully chose what he wanted for brunch at the Sea Isle City VFW Post …

Saturday, December 15

December 15, 2018

Chamber of Commerce Considers Historic Preservation Fund for Old Chapel

The Sea Isle City Chamber of Commerce and Revitalization is looking to set up a historic preservation fund at the …

December 15, 2018

Sea Isle's Medicine Drop Box Collects Pounds of Unwanted Prescription Drugs

It resembles a standard post office box, but no one is dropping off their mail or packages in this metal …

Thursday, December 13

December 13, 2018

Sea Isle's Santa Getting His Wish

One might say Rocky Santarcangelo has worn many hats in his lifetime. The 81-year-old Sea Isle City married father of …

December 13, 2018

Freeholders Have Their First “Coffee Chat”

The first in a planned series of Coffee Chats with the Cape May County Freeholders was held at the Marmora …

Wednesday, December 12

December 12, 2018

Sea Isle Boulevard Project Takes Little Longer to Finish

Motorists will now have to wait until 2019 for the completion of the $12.7 million reconstruction of Sea Isle Boulevard. …

Tuesday, December 11

December 11, 2018

Sea Isle to Consider "No Wake Zones" in Flood-Prone Areas

During storms, careless drivers have been speeding through Sea Isle City's flooded neighborhoods – in the process, creating boat-like wakes …

December 11, 2018

Sea Isle City Women’s Civic Club Donates $5,400 to Local Charities

Members of the Sea Isle City Women’s Civic Club donated a total of $5,400 to local charities during their annual …

Monday, December 10

December 10, 2018

Beached Sailor Makes Repairs, Hopes to Reach Key West

Erik Wade never imagined things could have turned out so badly when he set off from chilly Boston in his …

Sunday, December 9

December 9, 2018

Spotlight on History: Sea Isle’s Marine Biology Laboratory

“The University of Pennsylvania has located its biological department in Sea Isle City, being the only institution of its kind …

Saturday, December 8

December 8, 2018

"Holiday Stroll" Draws Shoppers, Stars

It seems that Sea Isle City has some serious pull at the North Pole and in Hollywood. How else could …

December 8, 2018

Ludlam Island Brewery Supports California Wildfire Victims

When Joe Laluk asked owner Bill Topley if Ludlam Island Brewery could join brewers across the country in producing a …

Friday, December 7

December 7, 2018

Sea Isle's Chamber of Commerce May Run Shuttle Service to Campgrounds

Sea Isle City’s business community is looking just a few miles outside of town for a new source of visitors …

December 7, 2018

City Council's Message

City Council's Message: During the November 27 City Council meeting, a very large audience filled Council Chambers in anticipation of …

December 7, 2018

Local Ken Wisnefski Receives Prestigious CEO Award From Philadelphia Business Journal

Ken Wisnefski, founder and CEO of the digital marketing firm WebiMax, was honored by the Philadelphia Business Journal as one …

Thursday, December 6

December 6, 2018

Beached Sailboat Heads Back to Sea, Although Temporarily

Erik Wade – and his stranded sailboat – finally got back into the water Thursday. With Wade aboard, the 36-foot …

December 6, 2018

Mayor’s Message: Dec. 6

In a message to the public, Mayor Leonard Desiderio pays tribute to Marie Zielinski, an 89-year-old Sea Isle City resident …

Wednesday, December 5

December 5, 2018

Fire Victim Died of Smoke Inhalation

Preliminary autopsy results for an elderly woman who was trapped in a fire that destroyed her duplex and badly damaged …

Tuesday, December 4

December 4, 2018

Beached Boat Leaves Sailor High and Dry in Sea Isle

Like so many other visitors to Sea Isle City, Erik Wade has ended up on the beach. It’s how he …

December 4, 2018

Josie Kelly’s in Somers Point Holds Official Grand Opening

A customer walking into Josie Kelly’s Public House in Somers Point might feel as if he or she crossed over …

December 4, 2018

In Memory of Roxy J Costantino 1934 - 2018

Roxy John Costantino (“Rock” to anyone that knew him), 84, of Swainton passed away peacefully on Monday December 3rd at …

Monday, December 3

December 3, 2018

Santa Awaits Children's Lists in Sea Isle

Dear Santa, this is what I want for Christmas … With just three weeks before Christmas, children are hurrying to …

Sunday, December 2

December 2, 2018

Mayor's Holiday Toy and Food Drive Underway

Sea Isle City Mayor Leonard Desiderio has launched his annual Holiday Toy and Food Drive, which benefits local families in …

Saturday, December 1

December 1, 2018