Stories for November 2018

Friday, November 30

November 30, 2018

Family Mourns Loss of "Wonderful" Mother in Sea Isle Fire

An 89-year-old Sea Isle City woman killed in a raging fire was described by her son as a loving mother …

November 30, 2018

Real Estate Companies Collect Donations for Local Family in Wake of Fatal Fire

Two Sea Isle City real estate companies are collecting donations and supplies to help family members affected by Thursday's fire …

November 30, 2018

Woman Identified in Sea Isle Fire

Cape May County Prosecutor Jeffrey H. Sutherland and Sea Isle City Police Chief Thomas McQuillen are releasing additional information regarding …

Thursday, November 29

November 29, 2018

Major Fire Breaks Out in Sea Isle

An elderly woman remains unaccounted for in a wind-whipped fire a block from the ocean in Sea Isle City. One …

Wednesday, November 28

November 28, 2018

End of Road for Sea Isle's Old Police Motorcycles

Did the motorcycle cops from “CHiPs” leave their bikes in Sea Isle City after the old TV police show went …

Tuesday, November 27

November 27, 2018

Sea Isle Approves Affordable Housing Plan

As a packed audience looked on, City Council gave final approval Tuesday to Sea Isle City’s affordable housing plan. Zoning …

November 27, 2018

High Wind Advisory for Wednesday

The Cape May County Office of Emergency Management is warning of strong northwest winds gusting up to 45 to 50 …

November 27, 2018

Sea Isle to Approve New Flood-Warning System

Sea Isle City, a low-lying barrier island vulnerable to flooding, is planning to install dozens of flashing road signs around …

Monday, November 26

November 26, 2018

Stainton’s Gallery of Shops Offer Unique Gifts

When shoppers walk into Stainton’s, the iconic former department store in Ocean City, which was transformed into a co-op six …

Sunday, November 25

November 25, 2018

Azzurra Restaurant on Market for $1.3 Million

Another high-profile business has hit the market in Sea Isle City. Azzurra Pizzeria and Ristorante, at 50th Street and Landis …

Saturday, November 24

November 24, 2018

Sea Isle Beach Cleanup Report Raises Concerns About Plastic Trash

Altogether, 6,580 pieces of trash and debris were collected by the more than 180 volunteers who participated in Sea Isle …

November 24, 2018

City Council Message

City Council Message: During the November 13 City Council meeting, more than fifty audience members were in attendance while City …

November 24, 2018

Thousands Cheer Santa's Arrival in Sea Isle Christmas Parade

Santa Claus left Rudolph and his other reindeer at home at the North Pole on Friday night, letting them get …

Thursday, November 22

November 22, 2018

More Mobi-Mats, Kayak Launch Site Proposed in Sea Isle's 2019 Capital Plan

Sea Isle City is planning to spend $5.5 million in 2019 for a series of capital improvements to the beaches, …

November 22, 2018

Raiders Push Greyhounds to the Limit in Chilly Turkey Day Clash

Kevin Smith called it one of the most unforgettable football teams he’s ever been around. “I will remember this team …

Wednesday, November 21

November 21, 2018

Mayor’s Message: Nov. 21

In his latest message to the public, Mayor Leonard Desiderio highlights the array of off-season events and holiday entertainment in …

November 21, 2018

Bitter Cold Brings "Code Blue" Advisory for Cape May County on Thanksgiving

The Office of Emergency Management has issued a “Code Blue” advisory for all of Cape May County effective from 4:30 …

Tuesday, November 20

November 20, 2018

Paving Begins as Sea Isle Boulevard Project Nears Completion

Work crews have begun paving the road in a final push to complete the last half of an elevated section …

Monday, November 19

November 19, 2018

Sea Isle All Decked Out for Holidays

From toy soldiers to giant Christmas balls to garland and wreaths, Sea Isle City is all dressed up for the …

November 19, 2018

OCHS Powder Puff Football Event to Support Waves of Caring Tuesday, November 20 @ 6PM

On Tuesday, November 20, Ocean City High School’s Key Club will host a-long-time-coming Powder Puff Game, a flag football game …

Sunday, November 18

November 18, 2018

Historic Coast Guard Station Still Survives in Sea Isle

All of the hurricanes and floods that ravaged Sea Isle City in the past 130 years or so couldn’t bring …

Saturday, November 17

November 17, 2018

It's a "Girls Weekend" in Sea Isle

Girls Weekend, an annual event in Sea Isle held in the spring and fall, has proved to be a big …

Friday, November 16

November 16, 2018

One More Summer for Springfield Inn; Buyers Plan New Version

You might want to call it Springfield Inn 2.0 or Springfield Inn Jr. The prospective buyers of the quintessential no-frills …

Thursday, November 15

November 15, 2018

Sea Isle Approves Plan to Replace Duplex Destroyed by 2017 Fire

Sea Isle City’s zoning board has approved the construction of a new duplex to replace one of three adjacent beachfront …

November 15, 2018

Retired General Captures Audience With Tales of World War I

Jeffrey Pierson, a Cape May County freeholder who had a 42-year career in the Army and New Jersey National Guard …

Wednesday, November 14

November 14, 2018

Sea Isle's Girls Weekend is Coming Nov. 16-18

The Sea Isle City Chamber of Commerce and Revitalization invites you to kick off your holiday shopping and spend a …

Tuesday, November 13

November 13, 2018

Sea Isle Plots Strategy to Reduce Flooding

Sea Isle City will likely face a long and expensive battle to protect the low-lying barrier island from a flooding …

Monday, November 12

November 12, 2018

Drone Video Shows Reconstruction of Townsends Inlet Bridge in Striking Detail

Barriers and “Bridge Closed” signs on both sides of the Townsends Inlet Bridge have prevented anyone from getting a close …

Sunday, November 11

November 11, 2018

Sea Isle Honors Military in Veterans Day Ceremony

People took their seats for a Veterans Day ceremony in Sea Isle City’s Veterans Park to honor men and women …

Saturday, November 10

November 10, 2018

Sea Isle’s Promenade Shops Promises Prime Investment

The owner of a prime piece of oceanfront commercial property in Sea Isle City has lowered the price by $100,000 …

Friday, November 9

November 9, 2018

Spotlight on History: Sea Isle Schools

Over a 125-year span, Sea Isle City has had three public school buildings. The first was built in 1893, the …

Thursday, November 8

November 8, 2018

Mayor's Message: Nov. 8

In his latest message to the public, Mayor Leonard Desiderio discusses Sea Isle City's new medicine drop box and some …

Wednesday, November 7

November 7, 2018

No Slowing Down for Sea Isle's AARP

The word "retired" is almost a misnomer for members of Sea Isle City’s AARP Chapter 710. The members are busy …

November 7, 2018

Van Drew Captures Congressional Race, Desiderio Wins Freeholder

Democrat Jeff Van Drew defeated Republican Seth Grossman to win the hotly contested 2nd Congressional District race that pitted a …

Monday, November 5

November 5, 2018

Election Day, Time to Vote

On Tuesday, voters will go to the polls to choose representatives to the U.S. Senate, U.S. House of Representatives, Cape …

November 5, 2018

Sea Isle Honors Veterans on Sunday

America’s military veterans will be honored during Sea Isle City’s annual Veterans Day ceremony at 11 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 11, …

Sunday, November 4

November 4, 2018

Cape May County GOP Rallies for Hugin

With some polls showing him within striking distance, Republican Bob Hugin urged Cape May County’s GOP faithful Sunday night to …

Saturday, November 3

November 3, 2018

Development Projects Changing Sea Isle's Downtown Corridor

Two new development projects under construction only two blocks away from each other on Landis Avenue are transforming Sea Isle …

Friday, November 2

November 2, 2018

Old School Service with a New School Feel: The Fasy Group of Long and Foster Real Estate

Technology is everything these days in the world of real estate. First showings happen as virtual tours and photos online. …

November 2, 2018

Freeholder Hayes Elected “Woman of Excellence” by National Foundation of Women Legislators

Cape May County Freeholder E. Marie Hayes will be honored on November 13 by the National Foundation of Women Legislators …

November 2, 2018

Compromise Reached for Safer Corridor Between Sea Isle and Strathmere

A non-descript, vacant piece of property next to the marshlands, holds the key to making the Landis Avenue Commonwealth corridor …

November 2, 2018

OCHS Field Hockey Wins South Jersey Group Three Title; Defeats Clearview 3-1

Ocean City got it’s redemption Thursday afternoon. The Red Raiders avenged last year’s loss to Clearview, winning 3-1, taking home …

Thursday, November 1

November 1, 2018

OCHS Faces Powerhouse Highland in Grid Playoffs

The playoffs. This is why the players lift weights in July. This is why the coaches watch hours and hours …

November 1, 2018

Children Enjoy Sea Isle’s “Trunk-or-Treat”

Children dressed as princesses, superheroes, ghouls and scary movie monsters, filling the Sea Isle City municipal marina parking lot for …

November 1, 2018