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Thursday, December 31

Low-Key Celebration in Sea Isle Rings in 2021

For the Fecher family, there is already a momentous reason for looking forward to the new year. “I’m excited to …

Mayor's Message: Giving Thanks

In a year-end message to the public, Mayor Leonard Desiderio thanks all of the "fine people who rose to the …

Wednesday, December 30

Sea Isle's Polar Bear Plunge Called Off For 2021

Thousands of self-styled “polar bears,” many of them dressed in outrageous costumes, usually descend on Sea Isle City every Presidents …

COVID-19 Vaccinations to Begin for Health Care Workers

The Cape May County Health Department is beginning COVID-19 vaccinations for health care professionals, including front line health care workers …

Tuesday, December 29

New Year’s Eve Video to Ring in Holiday at Home

Sea Isle City is not letting children and their families down despite the cancelation due to the pandemic of the …

Monday, December 28

Kayak Launch Site, Fishing Pier Ready in Spring

Sea Isle City is just months away from adding a new attraction to entice visitors to come and remind residents …

Sunday, December 27

2020: A Year in Review in Sea Isle

The coronavirus pandemic and its frightening health and economic consequences will undoubtedly make 2020 an unforgettable year. Although the COVID-19 …

Saturday, December 26

Crumbling Curb Slated for Repair in Sea Isle

There's not much "curb appeal" here. A section of the curb in front of Trinity Community Church in Sea Isle …

County Program Limits Social Isolation Among Older Residents During COVID-19

Cape May County’s Division of Aging and Disability Services is launching a campaign focused on limiting social isolation among older …

Friday, December 25

On Christmas Day, a Message of Hope Amid the Pandemic

For Marie Schad, it is always important for her to attend Christmas Mass. Perhaps never more so than this year …

Thursday, December 24

Tips For Buying a Shore Home

The sun. The sand. The surf. All images that remind us of happy times spent with family and friends at …

Wednesday, December 23

Springfield Inn Redevelopment Plan Receives Approval

The buyer of the Springfield Inn won approval from the Sea Isle City Zoning Board to demolish the iconic, yet …

Christmas Eve Storm Expected at Shore

Santa Claus may have to trade his plush red velvet suit and cap for some heavy duty rain gear on …

Tuesday, December 22

LaCosta Lounge to Reopen For One More Summer

LaCosta Lounge, the landmark Sea Isle City bar that closed in September to make way for the property’s redevelopment into …

Holiday Beach Tags Are All Sold Out

Sea Isle City’s 2021 holiday beach tags have sold out, the city announced Tuesday. Year after year, the holiday beach …

Monday, December 21

Pandemic Results in More Donations to Holiday Toy and Food Drive

There was no such thing as a COVID-19 pandemic when Mayor Leonard Desiderio made the decision in 1992 to launch …

Sunday, December 20

As Their Beards Grow, So Do Donations From Sea Isle's Police Officers

Police Chief Tom McQuillen is ready to break out the razor and finally shave off the beard that has been …

Saturday, December 19

Biker's Cross-Country Journey Ends in Triumph in Sea Isle

Matt DiNote was overcome by emotion as soon as he arrived in Sea Isle City, the culmination of an arduous, …

Friday, December 18

Spotlight on History: Serpent Lands in Sea Isle

Spotlight on History chronicles Sea Isle City's purported encounter with a giant sea serpent in 1886. The scene was described …

Ingram’s Thorofare Bridge Closing During Nights of Dec. 21-23

Ingram’s Thorofare Bridge leading to Avalon will be closed Dec. 21-23 between 7 p.m. and 5 a.m. for ongoing construction. …

Thursday, December 17

Recent Events Offer Promise for Protection of Sustainable Domestic Fishing

Three significant positive developments affecting fisheries and offshore wind have occurred since Friday. The Responsible Offshore Development Alliance (RODA) has …

Mayor’s Message: Dec. 17

Even though we are in the middle of a pandemic and things often appear gloomy and dark, there is an …

Letters to Santa

There’s still time to mail a letter to Saint Nick! Letters addressed to Santa Claus can be deposited in the …

Wednesday, December 16

Heavy Rain From Nor'easter Lashes Sea Isle

As drenching rain soaked the Jersey Shore on Wednesday, Sea Isle City Emergency Management Coordinator Mike Jargowsky wryly observed, “If …

Tuesday, December 15

Sea Isle Shines Light on Decorated Homes for the Holidays

Sea Isle City doesn't disappoint when it comes to holiday spirit, at least judging by the displays by home and …

Special Weather Statement: Coastal Storm Alert

A coastal storm will affect the region starting Wednesday morning and continue through Thursday afternoon. While snow is forecast for …

Trash and Recycling Changes Due to Storm

Due to the impending storm, trash and recycling schedules in Sea Isle City have been revised, according to a city …

Monday, December 14

A Patriotic Display Graces Sea Isle's Dunes

Cindi Boone was searching for one of the Christmas trees that she had heard had been placed on Sea Isle …

Special Weather Statement: Storm Watch

The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Storm Watch for the Jersey Shore for Wednesday and Wednesday night. Cape …

Sea Isle’s VFW Auxiliary Brings Holiday Cheer to Veterans Home

Members of VFW Post 1963 Auxiliary made a special holiday delivery last week to the residents of the New Jersey …

Sunday, December 13

A Nice Day at the Beach -- in December

Alex and Marisha Dea, who live in San Diego, were raving about the sunny skies, the 65-degree temperature in December …

Saturday, December 12

Donations Made to Mayor's Toy & Food Drive

Representatives of the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) Local Union 351 delivered a carload of toys and games to …

Friday, December 11

Christmas Trees Adorn Sea Isle's Beaches

During a grim year when everyone could use some extra holiday cheer, Sea Isle City residents Shannon and Nicholas Giordano …

Thursday, December 10

Springfield Inn Buyer Looks to Speed Up Development Plans

Springfield Inn is requesting a special meeting of the Sea Isle City Zoning Board this month so it can present …

Wednesday, December 9

Zoning Board Rejects Plan for Bayfront Duplex

In a close vote, the Sea Isle City Zoning Board rejected a plan by a bayfront duplex owner to demolish …

Cape May County Prepares For First Doses of COVID-19 Vaccine

As Cape May County gets closer to the first doses of COVID-19 vaccines becoming available, there are questions about who …

Mayor's Message

Amid a resurgence of COVID-19 cases in the state, Mayor Leonard Desiderio is urging Sea Isle City residents to continue …

Tuesday, December 8

Sea Isle Capital Plan Proposes $43 Million in New Projects, Improvements

City Council on Tuesday approved Sea Isle City’s new five-year capital plan, a sweeping blueprint for an array of public …

Sturdy Savings Bank Donation Helps Arc

Sturdy Savings Bank announced it has matched, dollar for dollar, every donation raised during The Arc of Cape May County’s …

Zoning Board Approves New House Despite Strong Objections

After nearly three hours of discussion and debate, the Sea Isle City Zoning Board on Monday night approved plans for …

Sunday, December 6

Springfield Inn's Replacement Will Be "Upscale" Attraction

The old Springfield Inn will be replaced by The Point. The buyer of the now-closed Springfield Inn is planning an …

"Code Blue" in Effect Through Wednesday

The Cape May County Office of Emergency Management has declared a “Code Blue” severe weather advisory that extends from Sunday …

Saturday, December 5

Deauville Inn Offers Holiday Brunch

A few things come to mind about the Deauville Inn restaurant in Strathmere: great food, a warm atmosphere and a …

Friday, December 4

Local Entrepreneur Stars in Amazon Prime Series “The Web Masters”

For Ocean City resident, Ken Wisnefski, the notion of pursuing a career in TV had faded over time as he …

Virtual Events Showcase Sea Isle’s Holiday Spirit

Things are getting ugly in Sea Isle City – well, sweaters are anyway. To bring some cheer during a time …

Thursday, December 3

Virtual Fundraiser Begins For Autism Awareness

For 12 years the Mike's Seafood Polar Bear Run/Walk for Autism in Sea Isle City has raised hundreds of thousands …

Mayor’s Message: Dec. 3

Mayor Leonard Desiderio is calling Sea Isle City's socially distanced Holiday Parade on Nov. 27 "a huge success." "Not only …

Red Raider Jake Schneider Named All-State Wide Receiver by USA Today

Ocean City High School wide receiver Jake Schneider got some great news Wednesday: He was selected by USA Today Network …

Wednesday, December 2

Sea Isle Police Officers Get Into “Hairy” Situation for Good Cause

Sea Isle City police officers are not afraid to let their “hair down,” so to speak. For “No Shave November” …

Cape May County Declares Code Blue Weather Advisory

The Cape May County Office of Emergency Management has declared a “Code Blue” severe weather advisory from 6 p.m. Wednesday …

Tuesday, December 1

Springfield Inn Redevelopment Plan Faces Scrutiny by Sea Isle

One of the major pieces of a redevelopment plan for the landmark Springfield Inn does not meet the requirements of …

Ocean City High School Moving to Modified Hybrid Learning

The school district will remain open for now for hybrid learning, but with added restrictions in response to the rise …

Watch Video of Sea Isle City's Holiday Parade and Tree Lighting

Sea Isle City’s 2020 holiday season officially kicked off on Friday evening, Nov. 27, when Mayor Desiderio and Santa Claus …