Stories for December 2021

December 31, 2021

Flood Advisory New Year’s Morning

The National Weather Service has issued a Coastal Flood Advisory in effect for Sea Isle City from 4 a.m. through …

December 30, 2021

Sea Isle City Police Chief Retires

After protecting Sea Isle City for three and a half years as its police chief, Tom McQuillen is moving on …

December 30, 2021

Mayor’s Message: Dec. 30

Mayor Leonard Desiderio recaps Sea Isle City's road construction and infrastructure projects in a year-end address to the public.

December 30, 2021

Special Weather Statement: Flood Advisory

The National Weather Service has issued a Coastal Flood Advisory in effect for Sea Isle City from 3 a.m. through …

December 29, 2021

Sea Isle City's Top 10 Stories of 2021

As we prepare to say a final goodbye to 2021, we take a look back at the Top 10 local …

December 29, 2021

Gene Gross of Denver Colorado Shares A Beginner’s Guide to At-Home Spinning

Since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, indoor cycling, otherwise known as spinning, has risen drastically in popularity. In 2020, …

December 29, 2021

Jason Cohen of Pittsburgh Shares Property Management Tips for New Real Estate Investors

Today, property investment has become one of the fastest-growing investment strategies for young entrepreneurs. Although real estate investment is one …

December 28, 2021

Sea Isle Awards Contract for Final Design of $20 Million Community Center

City Council awarded a $685,000 contract Tuesday for an architect to develop the final design and construction documents for Sea …

December 28, 2021

Starpoint Resorts Lists the Top Things to Do in Big Bear Lake

Having sunny summers and snow-capped winters, Big Bear Lake is an optimal outdoor destination for visitors of all ages. With …

December 28, 2021

Michael Ducote Discusses Common Maintenance Mistakes of New Sports Car Owners

Michael Ducote of Argentina provides consulting to institutional and commercial investors on real estate developments, emerging markets, and luxury brands. …

December 28, 2021

Michael Rashid Discusses the Top Public Health Challenges

Michael Rashid is a health care executive who has worked in both the public and private sector, and below he …

December 27, 2021

Celebrate New Year’s Eve in Sea Isle

Families who made New Year’s Eve at the former school in Sea Isle City a tradition need not look too …

December 26, 2021

Former Gas Plant Property to be Sold for Housing

An online auction will be held in March to sell more than one acre of property in Sea Isle City …

December 25, 2021

Christmas Brings Joyful Celebration, New Beginnings in Sea Isle

Residents and visitors celebrated Christmas is Sea Isle City during church services and with a visit to a holiday tree …

December 24, 2021

Finding "Buried Treasure." What's the Law?

Many of us pay close attention to those Antiques Roadshow stories of lucky homeowners who started a renovation project and …

December 23, 2021

Mayor’s Toy and Food Drive Delivers Holiday Spirit

Holiday meals and gifts under the tree may be things that some people take for granted. There is that rush …

December 22, 2021

UMC at The Shores Offers Quality Care, Host of Activities

Christmas caroling, piano and violin concerts, holiday movie nights and friendly competitions of who could make the best chocolate bomb …

December 21, 2021

Sea Isle Attorney Completes Epic Marathon "On Another Planet"

For a grueling seven hours, Dan McCann found himself running in an otherworldly landscape that was both breathtakingly beautiful and …

December 21, 2021

Brian McPeek Explains the Different Types of Fishing Reels

Brian McPeek is an avid fishing enthusiast and tour guide in Austin, TX who routinely gets asked about what type …

December 20, 2021

Sip, Savor and Celebrate at Deauville Inn During the Holidays

Whether you’re having dinner with friends or family or sipping drinks while savoring bayfront views, the Deauville Inn offers the …

December 20, 2021

Women's Civic Club Donates to Charities

On Dec. 14, the members of the Sea Isle City Women’s Civic Club – the longest standing civic organization in …

December 20, 2021

Giuseppe Caira Discusses the Special Olympics Games: Changing Perceptions Since 1968

Initially set for 2022, the Special Olympics World Winter Games Kazan has been postponed until January 2023 due to the …

December 19, 2021

Councilman Has Plan to Make Sea Isle's Roads More Flood-Resistant

Sea Isle City will certainly never be Mt. Everest-like in height, but one local official has an idea for making …

December 19, 2021

BHHS Fox & Roach Realtors Honors Local Sales Associates

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Fox & Roach Realtors salutes sales associates in the Cape May County offices for being the office …

December 18, 2021

Santa Delights Crowds in "Drive-by" Parade

Sometimes, Santa leaves the sleigh and reindeer at the North Pole. Whenever he makes a special appearance in Sea Isle …

December 17, 2021

Panico Dental Offers High-Quality Care, Personal Touch

When selecting a dentist, quality work is likely at the top of the list. And there are many dentists out …

December 17, 2021

Sea Isle's Palm Trees Battered by Colder Weather

It was fun while they lasted. Unfortunately, the palm trees that have livened up Sea Isle City for the past …

December 17, 2021

Stephen Curet Jr. Discusses the Most Common Mistakes Solo-Travelers Make

Many travel industry experts are now predicting that in 2022 we will see a massive increase in travel as more …

December 17, 2021

Stacy Scuderi on Organizing a Walk-In Closet

A walk-in closet might look like it contains a surplus of space, but if it is not organized properly, it …

December 16, 2021

Corsons Inlet Bridge to be Rehabbed

Drivers crossing over the Corsons Inlet Bridge between Ocean City and Strathmere must carefully navigate their way through all of …

December 16, 2021

Mayor's Message: Dec. 16

Mayor Leonard Desiderio is extending his thanks to everyone in the community for their patience during road construction projects on …

December 15, 2021

Winners of Sea Isle City’s 2021 Holiday Lighting Contest Announced

Sea Isle City’s 2021 Holiday Lighting Contest featured eighteen (18) festively decorated properties, which spanned from 33rd to 87th Street. …

December 14, 2021

City Council Endorses Plans for Sea Isle Community Center

City Council gave its approval Tuesday for a proposed $20 million community recreation center, just two months after the governing …

December 14, 2021

John Beall Discusses the Top Triathlon Events Worldwide

The triathlon was born and made popular in the US, along with the iconic IRONMAN events that have now sprouted …

December 14, 2021

Eli Max On How to Build A Comprehensive Workout Schedule

When it comes to the gym, the majority of people will simply walk in without a concrete workout plan and …

December 14, 2021

Magda L. Fleckner Lists the Top 10 Places to Visit in The Czech Republic

Magda L. Fleckner is an attorney in Weston, MA and an avid traveler of Europe. One of Ms. Fleckner’s favorite …

December 13, 2021

600,000 Visitors Later, Sea Isle Library Celebrates 10th Anniversary

It doesn’t take a genius to understand that building a new library is a smart thing for communities to do. …

December 13, 2021

Park Road Remains Under Construction

Park Road, which serves Sea Isle City’s historic Fish Alley neighborhood, was closed to traffic Monday while work continues on …

December 12, 2021

Brunch With Santa at VFW Delights Kids

Saint Nick is a bit busy these days getting ready for Christmas, but not too busy to make a stop …

December 11, 2021

Brrr! Sea Isle Attorney Prepares to Run Marathon in Antarctica

It was the marathon before the marathon. In what was a grueling day of travel, Dan McCann flew from Philadelphia …

December 10, 2021

Sea Isle Offers Host of Holiday Events

There is plenty to do in Sea Isle City for those who love Christmas and the holiday spirit that goes …

December 10, 2021

Cape May County Chamber of Commerce Celebrates Renovated Building

The Cape May County Chamber of Commerce hosted a ribbon-cutting ceremony Friday for its revitalized and renovated headquarters.

December 10, 2021

Jeff Sloan on Why All Small Business Owners Should Have a Podcast

Jeff Sloan, founder and CEO of StartupNation (www.startupnation.com), a website dedicated to empowering entrepreneurs with high value information as well …

December 10, 2021

Joseph Painter of Blacksburg, VA Breaks Down How the Pandemic has Impacted the Legal Industry and What Changes are Here to Stay

Throughout the American workforce, professionals agree that the COVID-19 pandemic has drastically impacted workplace practices and caused major technological advancement …

December 9, 2021

Sea Isle's Museum Invites Visitors Inside for Old-Fashioned Christmas

The cherished toy was only a few inches tall, but it had an enormous impact on her life. “The important …

December 9, 2021

Santa to Appear in "Holiday Drive-By Parade" on Dec. 18

On Saturday, Dec. 18, Santa Claus will be in Sea Isle City to spread holiday cheer throughout town with the …

December 8, 2021

The Bridge That Forever Changed Sea Isle

A plaque on the bridge commemorating its construction in 1963 refers to it as the “Sea Isle City Boulevard Bridge.” …

December 8, 2021

Dr. Chinye Azuh Discusses Increasing Mental Health Awareness in Schools

The U.S Department of Education just approved The American Rescue Plan which will provide funding to help support students attending …

December 8, 2021

Hellenic Petroleum LLC Discusses Trends in United States Energy Consumption

For the first time in over 60 years, America’s energy consumption over the past year has been less than its …

December 7, 2021

Bridge Tolls to Increase by $1.50 Under Three-Year Plan

The Cape May County Bridge Commission is planning a three-stage toll increase that would raise the fare by a total …

December 7, 2021

Sea Isle's Oldest Former Lifeguard Dies

Andrew Sannino, Sea Isle City’s oldest former lifeguard who was part of the 100th anniversary celebration for the beach patrol, …

December 7, 2021

Professor Jay Levi Gives a Brief History of Forensic Anthropology

Forensic anthropology—the scientific study of human remains—occurs in medico-legal or crime contexts. This relatively new field brings together various academic …

December 7, 2021

Dan Summers of eVest on Why the Outlook for the Commercial Real Estate Market is Still Positive

For over two years, there have been relatively few industries in the US that have not been impacted by the …

December 6, 2021

Sea Isle Gets “Ugly” With Sweater Contest

Remember to wear your ugliest, silliest and most overly-festive looking sweater, have someone take a photo and then send it …

December 6, 2021

Santa is Calling

Residents could register their children to receive a personal phone call from Santa Claus through Santa's Calling Program. Kids will …

December 6, 2021

Theatre Company Stages ‘Holiday Spectacular’

The Ocean City Music Pier stage will light up with the sights and sounds of the season as the Ocean …

December 6, 2021

Hanid Audish of Encompass Clinical Research on a Promising RSV Vaccine Study

Dr. Hanid Audish is the Director and Principal Investigator at Encompass Clinical Research. In this article, Dr. Audish reports on …

December 5, 2021

Sea Isle's Old School Remains Closed, Awaits Demolition

Visitors to Sea Isle City’s former public school are greeted by locked doors and a sign at the front entrance …

December 5, 2021

VFW Auxiliary Sends “Holiday Caravan” to Veterans Home

Members of VFW Post 1963 gathered on the front lawn of their headquarters in Sea Isle City on Dec. 2 …

December 4, 2021

Sea Isle's Proposed Community Center Draws Mixed Reaction

Some residents believe it would be too expensive. Others say it would be well worth the money. Still others want …

December 3, 2021

Fireworks, But No Community Party For New Year's Eve

Sea Isle City's traditional family-friendly community party will not be held this New Year’s Eve because the heating system at …

December 3, 2021

Sapphire Resorts Discusses the Travel Forecast for 2022

Sapphire Resorts is a vacation club offering members access to exclusive resort destinations around the globe. Sapphire Resorts notes that …

December 2, 2021

Welty Building Company in OH is a sustainable commercial construction business serving clients for over 75 years. A core part …

December 2, 2021

Frank Armijo on Maintaining the Human Connection in Remote Working Environments

Frank Armijo is a Vice President at Lockheed Martin where his career has been spent in program operations and business …

December 2, 2021

Abbott Manor Discusses Biggest Do’s and Don’ts of Wedding Planning

Last year, roughly 1 million couples were forced to postpone or fully cancel their weddings due to the COVID-19 pandemic …

December 1, 2021

Toll Hike Proposed on Cape May County Bridges

The agency that operates five toll bridges linking the Cape May County shore communities along the scenic Ocean Drive is …

December 1, 2021

Town Hall Meeting to Focus on Proposed Community Center

Mayor Leonard Desiderio invites Sea Isle City residents and property owners to attend a Town Hall Meeting on Saturday, Dec. …

December 1, 2021

Jerome Clavel Discusses How to Get Started in Paragliding

In the US, paragliding has been steadily growing in popularity over the last decade. According to the US Hang Gliding …

December 1, 2021

Tony Grayson Discusses the Need for Increased Renewable Energy Adoption in Data Centers

Trying to find something positive about the Covid-19 pandemic seems a bit of a fool’s errand. However, a decline in …

December 1, 2021

Friday, December 31

Flood Advisory New Year’s Morning

Thursday, December 30

Sea Isle City Police Chief Retires

After protecting Sea Isle City for three and a half years as its police chief, Tom McQuillen is moving on …

Mayor’s Message: Dec. 30

Special Weather Statement: Flood Advisory

Wednesday, December 29

Sea Isle City's Top 10 Stories of 2021

As we prepare to say a final goodbye to 2021, we take a look back at the Top 10 local …

Gene Gross of Denver Colorado Shares A Beginner’s Guide to At-Home Spinning

Since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, indoor cycling, otherwise known as spinning, has risen drastically in popularity. In 2020, …

Jason Cohen of Pittsburgh Shares Property Management Tips for New Real Estate Investors

Today, property investment has become one of the fastest-growing investment strategies for young entrepreneurs. Although real estate investment is one …

Tuesday, December 28

Sea Isle Awards Contract for Final Design of $20 Million Community Center

Starpoint Resorts Lists the Top Things to Do in Big Bear Lake

Having sunny summers and snow-capped winters, Big Bear Lake is an optimal outdoor destination for visitors of all ages. With …

Michael Ducote Discusses Common Maintenance Mistakes of New Sports Car Owners

Michael Ducote of Argentina provides consulting to institutional and commercial investors on real estate developments, emerging markets, and luxury brands. …

Michael Rashid Discusses the Top Public Health Challenges

Michael Rashid is a health care executive who has worked in both the public and private sector, and below he …

Monday, December 27

Celebrate New Year’s Eve in Sea Isle

Families who made New Year’s Eve at the former school in Sea Isle City a tradition need not look too …

Sunday, December 26

Former Gas Plant Property to be Sold for Housing

An online auction will be held in March to sell more than one acre of property in Sea Isle City …

Saturday, December 25

Christmas Brings Joyful Celebration, New Beginnings in Sea Isle

Residents and visitors celebrated Christmas is Sea Isle City during church services and with a visit to a holiday tree …

Friday, December 24

Finding "Buried Treasure." What's the Law?

Thursday, December 23

Mayor’s Toy and Food Drive Delivers Holiday Spirit

Holiday meals and gifts under the tree may be things that some people take for granted. There is that rush …

Wednesday, December 22

UMC at The Shores Offers Quality Care, Host of Activities

Christmas caroling, piano and violin concerts, holiday movie nights and friendly competitions of who could make the best chocolate bomb …

Tuesday, December 21

Sea Isle Attorney Completes Epic Marathon "On Another Planet"

For a grueling seven hours, Dan McCann found himself running in an otherworldly landscape that was both breathtakingly beautiful and …

Brian McPeek Explains the Different Types of Fishing Reels

Brian McPeek is an avid fishing enthusiast and tour guide in Austin, TX who routinely gets asked about what type …

Monday, December 20

Sip, Savor and Celebrate at Deauville Inn During the Holidays

Whether you’re having dinner with friends or family or sipping drinks while savoring bayfront views, the Deauville Inn offers the …

Women's Civic Club Donates to Charities

On Dec. 14, the members of the Sea Isle City Women’s Civic Club – the longest standing civic organization in …

Giuseppe Caira Discusses the Special Olympics Games: Changing Perceptions Since 1968

Initially set for 2022, the Special Olympics World Winter Games Kazan has been postponed until January 2023 due to the …

Sunday, December 19

Councilman Has Plan to Make Sea Isle's Roads More Flood-Resistant

Sea Isle City will certainly never be Mt. Everest-like in height, but one local official has an idea for making …

BHHS Fox & Roach Realtors Honors Local Sales Associates

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Fox & Roach Realtors salutes sales associates in the Cape May County offices for being the office …

Saturday, December 18

Santa Delights Crowds in "Drive-by" Parade

Sometimes, Santa leaves the sleigh and reindeer at the North Pole. Whenever he makes a special appearance in Sea Isle …

Friday, December 17

Panico Dental Offers High-Quality Care, Personal Touch

When selecting a dentist, quality work is likely at the top of the list. And there are many dentists out …

Sea Isle's Palm Trees Battered by Colder Weather

It was fun while they lasted. Unfortunately, the palm trees that have livened up Sea Isle City for the past …

Stephen Curet Jr. Discusses the Most Common Mistakes Solo-Travelers Make

Many travel industry experts are now predicting that in 2022 we will see a massive increase in travel as more …

Stacy Scuderi on Organizing a Walk-In Closet

A walk-in closet might look like it contains a surplus of space, but if it is not organized properly, it …

Thursday, December 16

Corsons Inlet Bridge to be Rehabbed

Drivers crossing over the Corsons Inlet Bridge between Ocean City and Strathmere must carefully navigate their way through all of …

Mayor's Message: Dec. 16

Wednesday, December 15

Winners of Sea Isle City’s 2021 Holiday Lighting Contest Announced

Sea Isle City’s 2021 Holiday Lighting Contest featured eighteen (18) festively decorated properties, which spanned from 33rd to 87th Street. …

Tuesday, December 14

City Council Endorses Plans for Sea Isle Community Center

City Council gave its approval Tuesday for a proposed $20 million community recreation center, just two months after the governing …

John Beall Discusses the Top Triathlon Events Worldwide

The triathlon was born and made popular in the US, along with the iconic IRONMAN events that have now sprouted …