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Saturday, February 29

Spotlight on History: Sea Isle in 1920s

The Spotlight on History feature written by Bob Thibault chronicles Sea Isle City during the Roaring Twenties. After the frenzy …

“Coffee With Cops” on Monday

The Sea Isle City Police Department will host a “Coffee with Cops” meet-and-greet session on Monday, March 2, from 9 …

Sea Isle Homeowner Proposes Novel Parking Plan

Some of the historic homes in Sea Isle City were built before Henry Ford revolutionized America’s transportation by introducing the …

Friday, February 28

Mr. Mature America Looks Back on Thrilling Reign

Being the type of guy who “never takes myself too seriously,” Jack Merritt answered a question about his year of …

Cape May County Supports Increase in Shore Protection Fund

Cape May County freeholders passed a resolution on Tuesday supporting an increase in state funding for the "Shore Protection Fund," …

Thursday, February 27

Sea Isle Resident Wants Expanded Jitney Service

There are times when Sea Isle City resident Rodney Greco, who lives on 90th Street, picks up his son from …

Cape May County Provides Update on Coronavirus

Cape May County has taken a number of steps in recent weeks to protect the public from a possible outbreak …

Mayor's Message: Feb. 27

Mayor Leonard Desiderio is thanking everyone who took part in the Mike's Seafood Polar Bear Run-Walk for Autism on Feb. …

Code Blue Alert for Cold Weather

The Cape May County Office of Emergency Management has issued a “Code Blue” severe weather alert for the overnight hours …

Wednesday, February 26

Vigil Remembers Those Lost to Suicide

Brandy Armpriester was asleep when the phone rang. It was her sister telling her that their brother committed suicide. It …

Sea Isle Raises Price for Parking Permits

Sea Isle City’s popular parking permits will cost more this summer. City Council on Tuesday approved a price increase for …

Expect Road Closures in Sea Isle

The Sea Isle City Police Department issued an alert to motorists that over the next week there will be road …

Tuesday, February 25

Sea Isle's Municipal Budget Increases Funding for Fire Department

City Council on Tuesday introduced a $25 million municipal budget for 2020 that keeps local taxes stable and includes more …

Water-Sewer Bills Due March 1

First quarter water-sewer utility payments are due March 1. To avoid interest penalties, payments must be received by 4 p.m. …

Monday, February 24

St. Patrick’s Day-Themed Beach Tags on Sale

Sea Isle City turns many holidays -- even when the temperatures are less than summerlike -- into ones that reflect …

Sunday, February 23

With Spring in Mind, Visitors Savor Shore Getaways

Yes, it has been an unusually mild winter around here. Yes, parts of the Deep South have had more snow …

Sturdy Savings Bank Supports Local Educational Program

Sturdy Savings Bank recently presented the Bayshore Center at Bivalve with a sponsorship check to support an environmental educational program. …

VFW Post 1963 “Adopts a Troop”

On Saturday, members of VFW Post 1963 Auxiliary in Sea Isle City spent the afternoon making sure all of the …

Saturday, February 22

Wind Farm Jobs Forum Set for Feb. 25

The Cape May County Chamber of Commerce, with support from offshore wind developer Orsted, will host an Ocean Wind Jobs …

Friday, February 21

Looking for a Job? Sea Isle is Hiring

This is not a job for wimps or slackers. It requires the physically demanding duties of collecting the trash, cleaning …

Thursday, February 20

Cut Down on Trash, Keep Your Lids Closed

Sea Isle City officials want residents to put a lid on it, literally. To prevent trash from blowing onto the …

Ingram’s Thorofare Bridge Closing Rescheduled for Feb. 24

Due to unfavorable weather conditions for overnight Thursday, the planned closure of the Ingram’s Thorofare Bridge leading to Avalon has …

Wednesday, February 19

Bids Submitted for Kayak Launch Facility, Fishing Pier Project

Construction bids for a new fishing pier and kayak launch site overlooking Sea Isle City’s picturesque back bays were opened …

Under the Bridge Rowing Club Holds Fundraiser Feb. 22

Under the Bridge Rowing Club will hold a “CrewZaPalooza” Beef & Beer Bash fundraiser at DiOrio’s Circle Café in Somers …

Tuesday, February 18

Popular Playground Getting Spongy Surface

City Council has approved a contract to resurface the children's playground at JFK Boulevard as part of Sea Isle City’s …

Code Blue in Effect in Cold Weather

With a shot of frigid weather expected to move in, Cape May County has declared a “Code Blue” emergency for …

No Tax Increase in Sea Isle Municipal Budget 2020

For a second year in a row Sea Isle City has no plans to increase taxes in its 2020 Municipal …

Sea Isle VFW Post to Host Event

The Wilmington VA Medical Center will host a Veteran Community Engagement Forum at VFW Post 1963 in Sea Isle City …

Sunday, February 16

Autism Fundraiser Attracts Record Crowd

Mike and Jeannie Monichetti greeted participants in their Mike’s Seafood Polar Bear Run-Walk for Autism on Sunday in Sea Isle …

No Trash or Recycling Collection on Presidents Day

Curbside trash and recycling collection will not take place in Sea Isle City on Monday, Feb. 17, in observance of …

Saturday, February 15

Thousands Take the "Plunge" in Sea Isle

Whether on a bucket list or a yearly ritual, all of the brave -- or crazy -- souls who dipped …

Friday, February 14

Crowds Build for Polar Bear Plunge

The “polar bears” will have some polar-like weather when they charge into the chilly surf at noon Saturday in Sea …

Sea Isle Women’s Civic Club Donates to Local Charities

Using surplus money from their annual fundraiser in September and money collected during their monthly raffle on Feb. 11, the …

Thursday, February 13

Mayor's Message: Feb. 13

Mayor Leonard Desiderio has presented City Council with a proposed 2020 municipal budget that will keep local taxes stable. "If …

Sea Isle Fire Department to be Restructured

After a series of major fires over two years, Sea Isle City is making changes to its volunteer fire department …

Ingram’s Thorofare Bridge Closing Feb. 20 for One Night

The Ingram’s Thorofare Bridge leading to Avalon will close down for one night on Feb. 20 for ongoing construction. Detours …

Wednesday, February 12

Sea Isle Unveils Flood-Fighting Strategy

Sea Isle City has a new battle plan to fight a pernicious and familiar enemy – coastal flooding that can …

No Tax Increase in 2020, Mayor Announces

Mayor Leonard Desiderio was so confident of Sea Isle City’s financial strength that he pledged during his annual State of …

Tuesday, February 11

It's a Girl! Sea Isle City Celebrates First Birth Since 1970s

Jeanne Golato went into labor – and her baby didn’t want to wait for a trip to the hospital. “It …

O.C. Basketball Benefit at DiOrio's Feb. 15

Come out to support the Ocean City Basketball Booster Saturday, Feb. 15, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at DiOrios …

New Chiefs of Police Association President Sworn in

Cape May County Prosecutor Jeffrey H. Sutherland announced the swearing in of Chief of County Detectives Paul S. Skill as …

“Tens of Thousands” Expected for Plunge

The forecast Saturday calls for sunny skies and a high of 34 degrees. The water temperature will be a downright …

Monday, February 10

Deauville Inn Throws Post-Plunge Luau

Take the plunge, then do the hula to celebrate. Deauville Inn in Strathmere is throwing its first Hawaiian-themed Luau on …

County Mayors Endorse Karavan for CapeGOP Chairman

Cape May County Regular Republican Organization Chairman Marcus Karavan announced Monday that he has garnered the endorsement of every Cape …

Sunday, February 9

Sea Isle Resident Gives Hometown a Plug on "Live with Kelly and Ryan"

Alexis Keefer was showered with a blizzard of confetti that fell onto the stage while she danced on the “Live …

Some Fans, Some Not, for Wind Farm Project at Jersey Shore

The company that is proposing to build a wind farm 15 miles off the coast of Atlantic City heard from …

Saturday, February 8

Prices to Rise For Parking Permits, Boat Slips

Sea Isle City’s ever-popular parking permits save motorists from the headache of fumbling for cash or coins to feed the …

Friday, February 7

In Sea Isle, Old House Awaits Redevelopment

By his count, Jamie Sofroney spoke to dozens of neighbors in Townsends Inlet to find out what they thought should …

Code Blue Cold Weather Advisory

The Cape May County Office of Emergency Management advises that all municipalities in Cape May County will be under a …

Thursday, February 6

Sea Isle City Offers Fun Year-Round

Sea Isle City swells with tourists in the spring and summer, but during the offseason there is still a lot …

O.C. Rolls to 12th Straight Win

The Ocean City Red Raiders girls basketball team notched its 12th straight win Thursday night, defeating the visiting Absegami Braves, …

Wednesday, February 5

Thousands Expected for Autism Run-Walk Feb. 16 in Sea Isle

On Wednesday morning, Mike Monichetti, the owner of Mike’s Seafood & Dock Restaurant in Sea Isle City, was sending his …

Tuesday, February 4

Sea Isle Gives Public a Lesson on Flood Signs

Motorists, no doubt, have seen the ubiquitous yellow “Road Flooded When Flashing” signs while driving around Sea Isle City. Altogether, …

Sea Isle Hotel Project Wins Zoning Approval

Capping nearly three hours of discussion and debate, the Sea Isle City Zoning Board on Monday night approved an all-suite …

Sunday, February 2

Sea Isle Hotel Project Faces Zoning Board Vote

On the eve of a critical vote by the Sea Isle City Zoning Board, the developers of a proposed all-suite …

Saturday, February 1

"Coming Soon," Sea Isle's Bayfront Attraction

Get your kayaks, paddleboards and fishing poles ready. Sea Isle City will accept construction bids on Feb. 19 for a …

City Council’s Message

City Council gives a wrap-up of its Jan. 28 meeting, which included a light agenda. Details follow.