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Tuesday, July 31

Pumping Project to Ease Flooding in Sea Isle Bayfront Neighborhood

Sea Isle City is moving forward with plans for a new pumping station that will clear storm water off the …

Monday, July 30

Sea Isle to Hold National Night Out on Aug. 7 at Excursion Park

The Sea Isle City Police Department will host a National Night Out celebration on Tuesday, Aug. 7, from 6-8 p.m., …

Organization Closely Tied to Sea Isle Helps Cancer Patients

For most of her life, Donna Black never knew anyone close to her who had cancer. All that changed, however, …

Saturday, July 28

Sea Isle's Promenade Shops for Sale: $2.675 Million

Another high-profile site is up for sale in Sea Isle City’s red hot commercial real estate market. The Promenade Shops, …

No Cause Found in Deaths of Sea Isle Turtles

New Jersey’s environmental agency was unable to determine what caused the deaths of more than 80 diamondback terrapins that were …

Friday, July 27

Sea Isle Boosting Security Requirements for Special Events

Organizers of special events held in parks or on other public property in Sea Isle City will be required to …

Wednesday, July 25

Despite Rainy Weather, Beach Tag Sales Remain Brisk in Sea Isle

As everyone knows, rain is the bane of any good beach day. Persistent rainy or threatening weather during this summer …

Milo Claws Way to Top as Mike's Seafood Cyber Lobster

Mike’s Seafood Dock and Restaurant’s cyber lobster has thousands of fans. But the nameless clip art creation of restaurant owner …

Sea Isle Will Brighten Up Town With New Decorative Lighting

How do you brighten up a seashore town that is eager to showcase itself to tourists? Add more lights, of …

Tuesday, July 24

Sea Isle’s Juice Pod Serves Up Healthy, Delicious Treats

Kennedy Kengor scooped banana, strawberry and pineapple onto her spoon. A healthy portion of peanut butter and granola topped off …

Cape May County Bridge Commission to End Discount Ticket Sales

Say goodbye to those discount tickets that give motorists a break on the toll for the five bridges connecting Cape …

Marcus Karavan Unanimously Elected Chair of the GOP Chairs for New Jersey

On Tuesday, July 10, 2018, New Jersey’s Republican Party chairs selected Cape May County Chairman Marcus Karavan to serve as …

Monday, July 23

Warning to Shoplifters: Sea Isle Police are Watching

Sea Isle City’s police chief is using social media to warn shoplifters that they will be prosecuted to the "fullest …

Saturday, July 21

Families Enjoy Turtle Release in Sea Isle

Kids were broken into 10 groups to see, touch and watch, 10 baby diamondback terrapins find a safe spot to …

SIC Beach Patrol Alumni Welcome Four New Members Into Hall of Fame

The Sea Isle City Beach Patrol Alumni Association recently hosted their annual Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony at the Oar …

City Council's Message:

During the “Administration Reports” portion of the July 10 City Council meeting, Council listened to a presentation from Paul Miola, …

Friday, July 20

Townsends Inlet Bridge Heads for Another Lengthy Closure

Motorists who regularly use the nearly 80-year-old Townsends Inlet Bridge to travel between Sea Isle City and Avalon are, no …

Mayor's Message:

For a variety of reasons, Sea Isle City holds a very special place in the hearts of many people. Countless …

Thursday, July 19

Sea Isle Fondly Remembers Beloved “Chair”

There was a moment of silence. But the quiet crowd standing at 49th Street and the Promenade on Tuesday morning …

Wednesday, July 18

Farmers Market in Sweet Swing in Sea Isle

Ellen Staerk held up two shiny, hefty and hearty looking tomatoes and said, “I’ll take these.” But Staerk, of Abbington, …

Tuesday, July 17

Tuesday’s Baby Parade and Family Dance Party was CANCELLED

Due to inclement weather, Tuesday’s Baby Parade and Family Dance Party in Sea Isle City were CANCELLED.

Sea Isle Enrolls in Military Surplus Program for Storm Supplies, Equipment

Sea Isle City Police Chief Tom McQuillen is compiling a wish list for his department. It includes first aid kits, …

Monday, July 16

Sea Isle's Beloved "Chair" Destroyed by Vandalism

In Sea Isle City, it is generally known as “the chair,” although some have affectionately given it an almost human …

Sunday, July 15

Local Man Narrowly Escaped Mass Shooting at Maryland Newspaper

Paul Gillespie’s thoughts and heart raced as he huddled under his desk in the Capital Gazette newsroom. “I’m gonna die …

Craft Beer Festival Showcases Sea Isle's Townsends Inlet

With tiny plastic cups in hand, Ernie and Andrea Barile made the rounds Saturday while sampling a series of craft …

Saturday, July 14

The Sea Isle City Beach Patrol's Junior Lifeguard Program Begins July 24

The Sea Isle City Beach Patrol's 2018 Junior Lifeguard Program will be held each Tuesday and Thursday, 10:30 a.m. to …

One-Mile Ocean Swim Competition on July 21 in Sea Isle City

The Sea Isle City Beach Patrol will host their annual One-Mile Ocean Swim on Saturday, July 21, at 11:00 a.m. …

Friday, July 13

Hidden Treasures Found in Sea Isle Sands

Grace Pavoni, 6, had her heart set on finding one small treasure in the sands at Townsends Inlet Thursday morning. …

Thursday, July 12

Joint Insurance Fund Protects Sea Isle From Big Claims

When a Superior Court jury awarded a Pennsylvania woman nearly $1.6 million last year in her lawsuit against Sea Isle …

Tuesday, July 10

Permit "Mistake" Won't Hold Up Beer Festival in Sea Isle

A craft beer festival sponsored by a Townsends Inlet restaurant will go on as planned this weekend, despite an “innocent …

Sea Isle City's 100-Year-Old Mystery: The "Missing" Mayor

The headline in the May 21, 1918, edition of The Evening Bulletin of Philadelphia contained a stunning revelation: “Mayor Of …

Sunday, July 8

Batters up in Sea Isle with Phillies Home Run Derby

Aydan Cavanaugh stepped up to the plate to show off his slugging skills. He kept his eye on the ball. …

Saturday, July 7

Little “Lifeguards” Hit Sea Isle Beaches for Mascot School

Cousins Briton Olphant and Preston Scullin know exactly what they are going to do every summer when they visit their …

City Council’s Message:

During the June 26 City Council meeting, Ordinance 1622 was adopted. This ordinance was written in harmony with Mayor Desiderio’s …

Friday, July 6

Prosecutor: Man’s Body Found in Sea Isle Not Linked to Foul Play

A man’s body discovered on July 4 behind a house in Sea Isle City is not believed to be linked …

Thursday, July 5

Counterfeit Money Circulating in Sea Isle City

Is that an authentic President Andrew Jackson or an imposter peering out from the $20 bill that you’re holding? Be …

Mayor’s Message:

Another Independence Day has come and gone – and what a great day it was! From start to finish, Sea …

Wednesday, July 4

Junior Olympians Enjoy Friendly Competition July 4 at Dealy Field

Ryan Loftus was determined. “He thinks he is throwing a baseball,” the 3-year-old’s father Tim Loftus, of Philadelphia, said with …

Tuesday, July 3

Sea Isle Prepares for "Super Bowl" of Holidays

Season Apple was busy unpacking everything her family would need for a day at the beach in Sea Isle City …

Philadelphia Flyers Legends Bernie Parent, Bob Kelly and Other Flyers Alumni Will Bring The Flyers “Community Caravan” to Sea Isle City on July 11

The Philadelphia Flyers “Community Caravan” will come to Sea Isle City’s Dealy Field, 59th Street and Central Avenue, on Wednesday, …

Monday, July 2

Sea Isle Sailing Camp Puts Kids on Course to Becoming Mariners

Image this: You are sailing along the bay, the waters are calm, and you take in the sun-splashed sky, while …

Sunday, July 1

Sea Isle's Favorite Chair Gets "Pardon" From Mayor

Sea Isle resident Eva Feeley is enjoying her retirement. But she likes to say she isn’t really retired. She has …