Stories for May 2018 - SeaIsle News

May 30, 2018

More Than 80 Turtles Found Dead in Crab Trap on Sea Isle Beach

Environmentalists Steve and Susan Ahern received a disturbing call Memorial Day from the Sea Isle City Beach Patrol. It was …

May 30, 2018

Sea Isle Selling 100 Extra Parking Permits

Get ’em while you can. Sea Isle City put 100 additional seasonal parking permits up for sale on Tuesday, prompting …

May 29, 2018

Key Club’s Second Annual St. Baldrick’s Day Event Raises $3,000 for Childhood Cancer Research

Ocean City High School’s Key Club organized and hosted their second annual St. Baldrick’s Day event on Friday, May 25 …

May 29, 2018

Sea Isle Honors Nation's War Dead in Memorial Day Ceremony

Walt Kroeck spent more than three years in a military hospital, endured 57 operations and had 27 skin grafts to …

May 27, 2018

E-ZPass Arrives on Townsends Inlet Bridge

The Townsends Inlet Bridge may be antiquated, but at least its toll-collection system is modern. The nearly 80-year-old span linking …

May 27, 2018

Please Recognize All Heroes this Memorial Day Weekend

We thank and honor all HEROES who have served our country and continue to serve. We also want to thank …

May 27, 2018

Sea Isle City Police Clamp Down on Beach Drinking

By the time the Sea Isle City police officers arrived Saturday at the 82nd Street beach, it was too late …

May 25, 2018

Sea Isle's Memorial Day Weekend Gets Off to Strong Start

Tom Giacinto was running late Friday morning. But the vice president of marketing for The Title Company of Jersey, couldn’t …

May 25, 2018

Mayor’s Message:

I hope you were able to join us on Saturday during the City’s annual Community Day gathering, which was very …

May 25, 2018

Fish Tale Charters Angles for Great Fishing

Capt. Craig Peters loves fishing. Ever since he was five years old, he has been on a boat. The retired …

May 24, 2018

Family-owned Braca Café, a Sea Isle City Tradition in Culinary Delight

Imagine your vacation to Sea Isle City. You waited all year for that weekend getaway with family, and now it …

May 24, 2018

OCHS Key Club St. Baldrick’s Day Fundraiser Friday May 25th

The Ocean City High School Key Club will host its second annual St. Baldrick’s Day event for the benefit of …

May 23, 2018

Sea Isle’s Memorial Day Ceremony in Veterans Park

Sea Isle City’s annual Memorial Day Ceremony will take place at 10 a.m. on Monday, May 28, at Veterans Park, …

May 22, 2018

Third Grade Engineers Click It, Build Landmarks

“If you build it, they will come,” professed the famous movie catchphrase. Last night the Ocean City Primary School engineers …

May 22, 2018

Committee Recommends Redeveloping Old Sea Isle School for Recreation Complex

A 10-member committee comprised of local residents is recommending that the former Sea Isle City Public School should be demolished …

May 21, 2018

Susan Young (nee Shipp)

Susan Young (nee Shipp), 63, passed away peacefully after a courageous battle against cancer.

May 20, 2018

Sea Isle City Eyesores to be Demolished

Looking at them now, it is hard to believe that three dilapidated trailer-like modular units sitting behind the former Sea …

May 20, 2018

Sea Isle's Downward Trend in Students Continues

Sea Isle City’s student population continues to decline and is unlikely to snap back because an upscale housing market simply …

May 20, 2018

Memories Galore at Ocean City High School Prom 2018

Elegant, classy, stylish, traditional, formal and edgy looks put together by none other than students for the 2018 Ocean City …

May 19, 2018

Dog's Death Prompts New Safety Measure on Sea Isle City Road

A narrow cul-de-sac that winds through a neighborhood of bayfront homes in Sea Isle City will be getting “speed humps” …

May 18, 2018

A Message from Sea Isle City’s Office of Emergency Management:

Minor tidal flooding is expected with this evening’s high tide at approximately 12-midnight. Sea Isle City residents and visitors are …

May 18, 2018

Event Location Changes Due To Rain This Weekend

Due to the rainy forecast, the Sea isle City Garden Club’s annual Flower Sale on Saturday & Sunday, May 19 …

May 17, 2018

Foglio’s Flooring Center in Marmora Offers the Right Touch

Perseverance, a laid back management style and giving customers top quality choices at reasonable prices, are just some of the …

May 17, 2018

Sea Isle City Planning Board Approves Affordable Housing Agreement

By Maddy Vitale Perseverance, a laid back management style and giving customers top quality choices at reasonable prices, are just …

May 17, 2018

After Prom Committee Promises Another Epic Bash

The Ocean City High School After-Prom Committee is ready to outdo itself. Again. This year’s post-Prom bash promises more of …

May 17, 2018

Due to the Rainy Weather, This Weekend’s Flower Show Fundraiser is moving Inside to Sea Isle City’s Municipal Gymnasium on Park Road (May 19 & 20)

Due to the rainy forecast, the Sea Isle City Garden Club’s annual Flower Sale will move from Dealy Field to …

May 17, 2018

Ocean City Financial Group Breaks Down “The Great Wealth Transfer”

There is a financial phenomenon materializing as aging baby boomers are beginning to transfer their assets to the next generation. …

May 17, 2018

Traffic Restrictions Lifted on Bridge Between Sea Isle, Avalon

Concrete construction barriers and temporary traffic lights have finally been removed from the Townsends Inlet Bridge, giving motorists wait-free trips …

May 15, 2018

Sea Isle’s Turtle Party to Raise Funds For Beachcombing Program

Dedicated volunteers who help make Sea Isle’s beachcombing tours an enlightening and memorable adventure for families, are looking to the …

May 15, 2018

OCHS Crew Team Rocked The Atlantic County Crew Championships

Mother’s Day was a banner day for the Ocean City High School Crew team. On Sunday, the Red Raiders turned …

May 15, 2018

Townsends Inlet Bridge to Close Overnight

The Townsends Inlet Bridge connecting Sea Isle City and Avalon will be closed from 7 p.m. on Tuesday to 5 …

May 14, 2018

Sea Isle Landmark Gets Its "Smile" Back

The town slogan, “Smile … You’re in Sea Isle City,” sounded friendly enough, but it just didn't quite rhyme as …

May 14, 2018

LoBiondo Hails Supreme Court Ruling Repealing Sports-Betting Ban

A long-time proponent to allow sports-betting in Atlantic City, U.S. Representative Frank A. LoBiondo (NJ-02) today issued the following statement …

May 13, 2018

Sea Isle Offers Free Beach Wheelchair Service

Sea Isle offers many activities for families year-round, with the focus of everyone being able to enjoy pristine beaches and …

May 13, 2018

Cape May County Honors Fallen Law Enforcement Officers

Cape May County’s Law Enforcement Community lived up to its slogan “Never Let Them Walk Alone” last week when they …

May 13, 2018

Bargains Galore at Community Yard Sale in Sea Isle City

Pearl Larsen, an adorable, pint-sized blonde just 3 years old, began learning about the basics of money Saturday during the …

May 13, 2018

Garden Club’s Annual Flower Sale Fundraiser is May 19 & 20 in Sea Isle City

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

May 12, 2018

Giant Landmark Lobster to be Auctioned Off in Sea Isle

Soon, it will be going, going, gone for the landmark giant red lobster in Sea Isle City. Once a fixture …

May 11, 2018

Mayor's Message:

Earlier today, I was honored to speak at a Law Enforcement Memorial Day Ceremony at the Public Safety Training Center …

May 11, 2018

Sea Isle City Ready to Offer Summer of Family-Friendly Events

With a summer lineup of music, movie nights and other family-friendly entertainment, Sea Isle City is ready to not only …

May 10, 2018

Mother’s Day Brunch 2018 at The Flanders

Our Annual Mother's Day Brunch Buffet will be held Sunday May 13th, 11am to 2 pm Served in our Historic …

May 10, 2018

McDonnell, William A.

McDonnell, William A., 66 of Ocean City, NJ passed away on April 27, 2018 at AtlantiCare Regional Medical Center in …

May 10, 2018

Sea Isle's Beaches, Dunes Weathered the Winter Storms

In some spots, Sea Isle City’s beaches are as wide as a football field. Many of the dunes tower above …

May 10, 2018

High School Prom Program Promises Glam Results

Mary Grace Jamison, an Ocean City High School sophomore spent her free time dancing. It was her passion. Whether it …

May 8, 2018

Last Call for Springfield Inn This Summer in Sea Isle City?

The Springfield Inn, the quintessential no-frills seashore bar that has been part of Sea Isle City’s entertainment scene since the …

May 8, 2018

Shore Invites Community to Free “Be Well Connected” Osteoporosis Awareness Education Breakfast May 9

In recognition of Osteoporosis Awareness and Prevention month, Shore is hosting a free community breakfast to educate the public about …

May 7, 2018

AARP of Sea Isle Wins Top Award from Cape May County

Sea Isle City's AARP Chapter 710 won the "2018 Organization of the Year" from the Cape May County Division of …

May 7, 2018

Sea Isle School Taxes Remain Stable in New Budget

For the seventh straight year, property owners in Sea Isle City will not see an increase in their school taxes, …

May 5, 2018

Sea Isle City Considers Flood-Alert System

Flooding, as Sea Isle City’s residents know all too well, is an unfortunate fact of life on the low-lying barrier …

May 5, 2018

Sea Isle Prepares to Welcome Summer Visitors From Delaware County, Pa.

Look at a map of the Jersey Shore and see if you can find a place called “Delaware County East.” …

May 4, 2018

Richard P. Young

It is with great sadness that the family of Richard P. Young announces his sudden passing on Thursday, May 3, …

May 4, 2018

Terrapins Get Ready to Nest in Sea Isle

When Steve and Susan Ahern retired and moved to Sea Isle City in 2007 they needed something to do. They …

May 2, 2018

Recreational Programs for All Ages in Sea Isle

If you are bored, then you aren’t in Sea Isle or you are there, but you haven’t ventured to any …

May 2, 2018

Come Sip and Savor at Sea Isle City's Restaurant Week June 4-10

Get ready to ditch those diets. Not just for a day. Or a few days. But for the entire week. …

May 1, 2018

Wednesday, May 30

More Than 80 Turtles Found Dead in Crab Trap on Sea Isle Beach

Environmentalists Steve and Susan Ahern received a disturbing call Memorial Day from the Sea Isle City Beach Patrol. It was …

Sea Isle Selling 100 Extra Parking Permits

Get ’em while you can. Sea Isle City put 100 additional seasonal parking permits up for sale on Tuesday, prompting …

Tuesday, May 29

Key Club’s Second Annual St. Baldrick’s Day Event Raises $3,000 for Childhood Cancer Research

Ocean City High School’s Key Club organized and hosted their second annual St. Baldrick’s Day event on Friday, May 25 …

Sea Isle Honors Nation's War Dead in Memorial Day Ceremony

Walt Kroeck spent more than three years in a military hospital, endured 57 operations and had 27 skin grafts to …

Sunday, May 27

E-ZPass Arrives on Townsends Inlet Bridge

The Townsends Inlet Bridge may be antiquated, but at least its toll-collection system is modern. The nearly 80-year-old span linking …

Please Recognize All Heroes this Memorial Day Weekend

We thank and honor all HEROES who have served our country and continue to serve. We also want to thank …

Sea Isle City Police Clamp Down on Beach Drinking

By the time the Sea Isle City police officers arrived Saturday at the 82nd Street beach, it was too late …

Friday, May 25

Sea Isle's Memorial Day Weekend Gets Off to Strong Start

Tom Giacinto was running late Friday morning. But the vice president of marketing for The Title Company of Jersey, couldn’t …

Mayor’s Message:

Fish Tale Charters Angles for Great Fishing

Capt. Craig Peters loves fishing. Ever since he was five years old, he has been on a boat. The retired …

Thursday, May 24

Family-owned Braca Café, a Sea Isle City Tradition in Culinary Delight

Imagine your vacation to Sea Isle City. You waited all year for that weekend getaway with family, and now it …

OCHS Key Club St. Baldrick’s Day Fundraiser Friday May 25th

The Ocean City High School Key Club will host its second annual St. Baldrick’s Day event for the benefit of …

Wednesday, May 23

Sea Isle’s Memorial Day Ceremony in Veterans Park

Sea Isle City’s annual Memorial Day Ceremony will take place at 10 a.m. on Monday, May 28, at Veterans Park, …

Tuesday, May 22

Third Grade Engineers Click It, Build Landmarks

“If you build it, they will come,” professed the famous movie catchphrase. Last night the Ocean City Primary School engineers …

Committee Recommends Redeveloping Old Sea Isle School for Recreation Complex

A 10-member committee comprised of local residents is recommending that the former Sea Isle City Public School should be demolished …

Monday, May 21

Susan Young (nee Shipp)

Sunday, May 20

Sea Isle City Eyesores to be Demolished

Looking at them now, it is hard to believe that three dilapidated trailer-like modular units sitting behind the former Sea …

Sea Isle's Downward Trend in Students Continues

Sea Isle City’s student population continues to decline and is unlikely to snap back because an upscale housing market simply …

Memories Galore at Ocean City High School Prom 2018

Elegant, classy, stylish, traditional, formal and edgy looks put together by none other than students for the 2018 Ocean City …

Saturday, May 19

Dog's Death Prompts New Safety Measure on Sea Isle City Road

A narrow cul-de-sac that winds through a neighborhood of bayfront homes in Sea Isle City will be getting “speed humps” …

Friday, May 18

A Message from Sea Isle City’s Office of Emergency Management:

Event Location Changes Due To Rain This Weekend

Thursday, May 17

Foglio’s Flooring Center in Marmora Offers the Right Touch

Perseverance, a laid back management style and giving customers top quality choices at reasonable prices, are just some of the …

Sea Isle City Planning Board Approves Affordable Housing Agreement

By Maddy Vitale Perseverance, a laid back management style and giving customers top quality choices at reasonable prices, are just …

After Prom Committee Promises Another Epic Bash

The Ocean City High School After-Prom Committee is ready to outdo itself. Again. This year’s post-Prom bash promises more of …

Due to the Rainy Weather, This Weekend’s Flower Show Fundraiser is moving Inside to Sea Isle City’s Municipal Gymnasium on Park Road (May 19 & 20)

Ocean City Financial Group Breaks Down “The Great Wealth Transfer”

There is a financial phenomenon materializing as aging baby boomers are beginning to transfer their assets to the next generation. …

Traffic Restrictions Lifted on Bridge Between Sea Isle, Avalon

Concrete construction barriers and temporary traffic lights have finally been removed from the Townsends Inlet Bridge, giving motorists wait-free trips …

Tuesday, May 15

Sea Isle’s Turtle Party to Raise Funds For Beachcombing Program

Dedicated volunteers who help make Sea Isle’s beachcombing tours an enlightening and memorable adventure for families, are looking to the …

OCHS Crew Team Rocked The Atlantic County Crew Championships

Mother’s Day was a banner day for the Ocean City High School Crew team. On Sunday, the Red Raiders turned …

Townsends Inlet Bridge to Close Overnight

The Townsends Inlet Bridge connecting Sea Isle City and Avalon will be closed from 7 p.m. on Tuesday to 5 …

Monday, May 14

Sea Isle Landmark Gets Its "Smile" Back

The town slogan, “Smile … You’re in Sea Isle City,” sounded friendly enough, but it just didn't quite rhyme as …

LoBiondo Hails Supreme Court Ruling Repealing Sports-Betting Ban

A long-time proponent to allow sports-betting in Atlantic City, U.S. Representative Frank A. LoBiondo (NJ-02) today issued the following statement …

Sunday, May 13

Sea Isle Offers Free Beach Wheelchair Service

Sea Isle offers many activities for families year-round, with the focus of everyone being able to enjoy pristine beaches and …

Cape May County Honors Fallen Law Enforcement Officers

Cape May County’s Law Enforcement Community lived up to its slogan “Never Let Them Walk Alone” last week when they …