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Friday, January 31

Sea Isle Looks to Shine With New Lighting

Pat Haffert looked up at one of the new decorative light poles lining Sea Isle City's Promenade and gave his …

Thursday, January 30

Fans Weigh in on Super Bowl

Super Bowl LIV is nearly upon us, and that means virtually everyone has an opinion on the game, pitting the …

Sea Isle City Police Officers Give "Gift of Life"

They don’t call them “blue bloods” for nothing. Officers with the Sea Isle City Police Department rolled up their sleeves …

Mayor's Message: Jan. 30

Mayor Leonard Desiderio is thanking everyone who helped out with what is believed to be the first birth in Sea …

The Day Wildwood Became the Capital of Trump Nation

The license plates told the story. Rhode Island and Vermont, Missouri and Ohio. And, of course, Pennsylvania and New Jersey. …

Wednesday, January 29

Take a Seat? New Fishing Pier May Get Some Benches

At a new fishing pier just outside Sea Isle City, there is plenty of room to stand around to fish …

Trump, Van Drew Rally Draws Thousands

It was billed as Donald Trump’s “Keep America Great” Rally Tuesday night in Wildwood, but the event seemed to be …

Tuesday, January 28

Sea Isle, Ocean City Team Up For Recreation Project

Sea Isle City will receive some help from Ocean City as it begins the multiyear process of planning, designing and …

Code Blue Weather Advisory

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

Wildwood Trump Rally Countdown is On

President Donald Trump will appear in Wildwood and make a speech Tuesday night at the Wildwoods Convention Center as part …

Monday, January 27

Freeholder Hayes Becomes President of South Jersey Freeholders’ Association

Just days after becoming the president of the New Jersey Association of Counties, Cape May County Freeholder E. Marie Hayes …

Sunday, January 26

Sea Isle, Cape May County Use Travel Shows to Attract Visitors

Be on the lookout for some Sea Isle City swag circulating around the country – and even north of the …

Ingram’s Thorofare Bridge Detour

On Tuesday night and Wednesday night, Jan. 28 and 29, the Ingram’s Thorofare Bridge leading to Avalon will be closed …

Saturday, January 25

Church Food Bank Lends Helping Hand

There are times when Pastor Melissa Doyle-Waid will open the doors of United Methodist Church and unexpectedly find bags of …

Property Taxes Due Feb. 1

First quarter property tax payments are due Feb. 1. To avoid interest penalties, payments must be received by 4 p.m. …

Freeholder E. Marie Hayes Sworn in as President of NJAC

E. Marie Hayes has many accomplishments in her career, from rising to captain in the Cape May County Prosecutor’s Office …

Friday, January 24

First Bank of Sea Isle City Donates $10,000 to Fire Dept.

First Bank of Sea Isle City presented the members of Sea Isle City’s Volunteer Fire Department with a check for …

Special Weather Statement: Flood Advisory

The National Weather Service has issued a Coastal Flood Advisory in effect from 6 a.m. to noon Saturday. In Cape …

Your Guide to Polar Bear Plunge Fun

Sea Isle City is the place to be during Presidents Day weekend, when thousands of visitors are expected once again …

Congressman Van Drew Explains Party Switch

Newly minted Republican Congressman Jeff Van Drew opened up at the Ocean City Regional Chamber of Commerce meeting Thursday about …

Wednesday, January 22

Zoning Board Delays Vote on Hotel Project

After a marathon hearing that ended at midnight, the Sea Isle City Zoning Board delayed voting on a proposed hotel …

McClellan Explores Ways to Reduce Infant Mortality

Assemblyman Antwan McClellan joined state lawmakers and agency heads at Drumthwacket in Princeton on Monday to address the state’s high …

Intermediate School Wellness Center is Ready to Help

Ocean City lost two young people to suicide in recent years. Schools Superintendent Dr. Kathleen Taylor said she and the …

Spotlight on History: The Invasion of the Fencibles

They were a corps of citizen-soldiers. The fencibles (short for “defencibles”) were a contingent of volunteers enlisted to perform non-combat …

Monday, January 20

New Report Outlines Sea Isle's Flood-Control Strategy

Sea Isle City is using drainage improvements, road projects, berms, rock walls, a stormwater pumping station, flashing road signs and …

Sunday, January 19

Cleanup Coming for Litter on Sea Isle’s Main Entryway

Legions of diamondback terrapins emerge from the marshlands each summer in search of dry sand or soil in which to …

Saturday, January 18

Freeholder E. Marie Hayes Offers Help to Other Victims of Sexual Abuse

When Cape May County Freeholder E. Marie Hayes wrote a Letter to the Editor and sent it to local news …

No Trash, Recycling Collection on Holiday

Due to the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day holiday, curbside trash and recycling collections will not take place on …

Code Blue Alert in Extreme Cold

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

Friday, January 17

Blood Drive Joins Two Forces

The Sea Isle City Police Department and the Sea Isle City United Methodist Church are teaming up to host a …

City Council’s Message

During the Jan. 14 City Council meeting, Ordinance 1648 was Introduced with First Reading. Ordinance 1648, which was written to …

Thursday, January 16

Sea Isle Plans for Another "Great" Summer Season

Sea Isle City tourism officials should send a great, big “Thank you” card to Mother Nature. As they begin to …

Mayor’s Message: Jan. 16

In his latest "Mayor's Message," Mayor Leonard Desiderio gives an update on a number of projects and special events coming …

Wednesday, January 15

Sea Isle Housing Market 'Incredibly Hot'

Katherine Custer, Sea Isle City’s public information officer, knows of some people who had wanted to bid on a house …

Tuesday, January 14

Sea Isle Resident Complains About Litter

Kevin Mertz, who moved to Sea Isle City four years ago along with his family, says he loves the beaches, …

Monday, January 13

Police Promote Programs to Help Residents, Property Owners

Sea Isle City Police Chief Tom McQuillen is urging the public to take advantage of two free programs for residents …

Sunday, January 12

New Report: Cigarette Butts Remain "Problematic" on Sea Isle's Beaches

Plastic trash and cigarette butts continue to be the worst source of litter found on Sea Isle City’s beaches, according …

Saturday, January 11

A Nice Day at the Beach -- in January

They came to buy beach tags. Some wore shorts. Others went hunting for seashells. Still others tippy toed into the …

Polar Bear Kings and Queens to Host Autism Fundraiser

Many of Sea Isle City’s past Polar Bear Kings and Queens are collectively hosting a special fundraiser on Saturday, Jan. …

Friday, January 10

Police Warn of Phone Scammers

The Sea Isle City Police Department investigated a phone scam involving the imitation of a police officer and the “spoofing" …

Testa Team, Van Drew Support CapeGOP Chairman

Congressman Jeff Van Drew, state Sen. Michael Testa and Assemblymen-elect Erik Simonsen and Antwan McClellan have officially endorsed Cape May …

N.C. Man With Assault Weapon, Body Armor Arrested at Coast Guard Base

A North Carolina man was arrested at the U.S. Coast Guard base in Cape May for possession of an assault …

Thursday, January 9

New Dog Park Could be Coming in 2020

During the quiet offseason months, Sea Isle City lifts its ban of dogs on the beaches, giving canines and their …

Temporary Closure of Bridge to Avalon

On Monday night and possibly Tuesday night, Jan. 13 and 14, the Ingram’s Thorofare Bridge into Avalon will be closed …

Wednesday, January 8

Polar Bear Plunge Beach Tags Go On Sale Starting Jan. 15

Some people collect vintage toys or antique furniture or classic cars. In Sea Isle City, it is popular for people …

Tuesday, January 7

Special Zoning Board Meeting Set for Hotel Project

Sea Isle City’s Zoning Board has scheduled a special meeting Jan. 21 to review a proposed all-suite hotel that would …

Ocean City Sweeps Absegami in Swim Meet

The Ocean City High School boys and girls swim teams defeated the visiting Absegami Braves on Tuesday afternoon by a …

N.J. Warns Students on Dangers of Vaping

There’s nothing safe about vaping. That’s the message the Partnership for a Drug-Free New Jersey (PDFNJ) will be sharing with …

Zoning Board Clears Way for Tiny Lot's Redevelopment

The modest yellow house at 5104 Pleasure Ave. sits just one block from the beach. Despite its location so close …

Monday, January 6

Joseph F. Fertsch

Joseph F. Fertsch, 80, of Ocean City, NJ passed away peacefully on Saturday, December 21, 2019 with his family by …

Dusting of Snow in Forecast

Periods of rain mixed with a dusting of snow and then gusty winds are expected at the Jersey Shore starting …

Sunday, January 5

Brian Heritage to Lead Chamber of Commerce

Brian Heritage, owner of the iconic shop Heritage Surf & Sport, will lead the Sea Isle City Chamber of Commerce …

Saturday, January 4

Sea Isle's 'Exchange Zone' Provides Safe Spot

From the window of his office at City Hall, Police Chief Tom McQuillen can look out at two parking spaces …

Friday, January 3

Polar Bear Kings and Queens Host Fundraiser to Benefit Autism Run-Walk

The Mike’s Seafood Run-Walk For Autism fundraiser in Sea Isle City generates more than $100,000 for the important cause, and …

Freeholders Thornton, Hayes Sworn in

Cape May County Freeholders Gerald M. Thornton and E. Marie Hayes were sworn in to new three-year terms Friday during …

City Council’s Message

City Council gives a rundown of its Dec. 24 meeting, including the resolutions and an ordinance that were approved. Details …

Thursday, January 2

City Council Adopts Temporary Budget

City Council approved a temporary municipal budget to continue operations until the 2020 budget is adopted. During a brief meeting …

Mayor's Message: Jan. 2

Mayor Leonard Desiderio is thanking everyone who took part in the unveiling of a bronze plaque that commemorates the 100th …

Curbside Collection of Old Christmas Trees

Do you have a fresh-cut Christmas tree? When the Christmas rush is over, the Sea Isle City Department of Public …

Wednesday, January 1

New Year's Day Draws Visitors to Beach

Although the shore is normally ghostly quiet in January, there was some foot traffic – both the two-footed and four-footed …