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December 10, 2025

McDonald's reportedly is closing in Ocean City

Sunday will be the last day for the restaurant at Ninth Street and West Avenue, according to social media.

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December 9, 2025

Sea Isle's $21 million community center encounters slight delay

As a result, there will be no New Year's Eve grand opening celebration in the building.

December 9, 2025

Cape May County tourism steps into national spotlight

The county joins the Florida Keys, the Catskills and the Great Smoky Mountains as a top U.S. travel destination.

December 8, 2025

Sea Isle City adds two "cool" attractions to $21 million community center

Sports fans, are you ready for a golf simulator and a wall ball room?

December 5, 2025

Council vote gives boost to plans for hotel on Ocean City Boardwalk

More than 80 members of the public spoke both in support and in opposition to the proposed project.

December 3, 2025

It's now or never for proposed hotel on Ocean City Boardwalk

The developer and local business leaders urge City Council to approve a resolution that is critical for the project.

December 2, 2025

Ocean City entryway heads list of $8.7 million in county road projects

Roadways in Lower Township and Dennis Township will also be improved.

December 1, 2025

Ocean City Council moves meeting to handle large Wonderland hotel crowd

The governing body may vote on a resolution considered crucial for the hotel project.

November 29, 2025

Ocean City's blighted Seaspray condos headed for demolition

They will be replaced by an upscale condo complex that will liven up the 34th Street entryway into town.

November 28, 2025

Wonderland Pier owner to delay property's sale - for now

Eustace Mita will wait to see if City Council votes on a plan to help his proposed Boardwalk hotel.

November 26, 2025

Livestreaming is coming to Sea Isle in 2026

The public will be able to watch City Council meetings online.

November 25, 2025

Ocean City clergy, community members worship together at Thanksgiving service

They reflect on the blessings of the holiday.

November 24, 2025

SkyCoaster ride on Wildwood Boardwalk is retired

Morey's Piers described its iconic ride as "part sky diving, part hang gliding."

November 23, 2025

Ocean City Police Department wins "truly special" recognition

The department is among only four law enforcement agencies in N.J. to receive accreditation for a seventh time.

November 22, 2025

Sea Isle church's live nativity scene to depict birth of Jesus

The re-enactment Dec. 20 will include costumed actors and barnyard animals.

November 21, 2025

Cape May named one of “Best Christmas Towns”

The Victorian seaside resort lands in the 21st spot by Travel + Leisure.

November 20, 2025

Ocean City introduces redevelopment ordinance for blighted condo site

Under the plan, the shuttered Seaspray complex would be replaced by a new upscale condo project.

November 18, 2025

Upscale condos proposed in place of Ocean City eyesore

City Council is expected to introduce a redevelopment ordinance to pave the way for the project.

November 17, 2025

Ride 'em cowboy, er, officer

Mounted police officers and their horses are training in Cape May County this week.

November 16, 2025

Sea Isle City to honor "Hometown Heroes" with military banners

Banners will be displayed on decorative light poles from Memorial Day to Veterans Day.

November 13, 2025

North Wildwood sues NJDEP in fight over beach replenishment project

“Make no mistake, this collapse rests squarely on the shoulders of the NJDEP leadership,” Mayor Patrick Rosenello said.

November 13, 2025

Wildwood firefighter aids passenger during in-flight medical emergency

He is lauded as “a perfect example of what it means to be a Wildwood firefighter.”

November 12, 2025

Sea Isle will replace its traditional holiday parade with a "procession"

The spectacle will roll down JFK Boulevard to Excursion Park for the city's tree-lighting ceremony on Nov. 28.

November 10, 2025

Cape May breaks ground on new police station

The $8.6 million project represents a major investment in the city’s public safety infrastructure.

November 7, 2025

North Wildwood beach replenishment project killed by dispute over sand

Wildwood and Wildwood Crest don't want to share their sand to help their neighbor, NJDEP's commissioner says.

November 5, 2025

Sea Isle City's Promenade getting facelift

Improvements include the structure, bulkheads and handicap-accessible ramps.

November 4, 2025

Iconic Sea Isle City restaurant up for sale

The waterfront property also offers the potential for a mixed-use redevelopment project.

October 30, 2025

New $5 million safety system to protect shore bridge from boat strikes

The Townsends Inlet Bridge was hit by large boats in 2022 and 2023.

October 28, 2025

No traditional holiday parade this year in Sea Isle

Complaints mounted that spectators were unhappy waiting outside in the cold for the parade to arrive downtown.

October 25, 2025

Construction work to temporarily close pedestrian, bike access over Route 52 Causeway

In the meantime, Ocean City is "fighting with" the state DOT over control of the bridge's decorative lighting.

October 24, 2025

Townsends Inlet Bridge replacement study begins

The estimated cost for a new bridge ranges from $65.7 million to $167.7 million, according to a 2020 report.

October 22, 2025

Popular "Flood Cam" remains offline in Sea Isle City

The organization that oversees the webcam blames technical problems for the outage.

October 20, 2025

Columbus Day weekend storm causes "moderate to major" beach erosion

A state report says the beaches and dunes were already vulnerable following a succession of offshore hurricanes.

October 18, 2025

“No Kings” rally draws more than 1,000 protesters in Ocean City

Protesters denounce what they say are President Trump’s monarchical powers.

October 16, 2025

Two Republican lawmakers defend the "real South Jersey"

Sen. Michael Testa and Assemblyman Antwan McClellan take issue with the way Democrats are running the state government.

October 15, 2025

Sea Isle City reaches new contract agreements with municipal workers

The deals call for 3.5 percent raises annually, plus an $875 base salary adjustment each year.

October 14, 2025

Sea Isle City suffers only minor storm erosion on beaches and dunes

Mayor Leonard Desiderio said early reports indicate “that our beaches held up very well.”

October 13, 2025

Coastal storm continues to pound shore on second day

Flooding levels were considered moderate to major during the high-tide cycles.

October 11, 2025

Ocean City’s Fall Block Party is another blockbuster

Despite an approaching coastal storm, huge crowds pack Asbury Avenue.

October 7, 2025

Parkway's Ocean View service plaza closes for renovations

The project is expected to take about two months to complete.

October 6, 2025

Vineland man charged with committing lewd acts on Higbee Beach

Two incidents were reported in August involving a nude man, police said.

October 4, 2025

New Year's Eve bash to christen Sea Isle City's $21 million community center

An army of construction workers has descended on the building to put the final touches on the exterior and interior.

October 2, 2025

Construction underway on $21.5 million county justice complex

The project includes the demolition of outdated facilities and construction of a new 37,000-square-foot building.

October 1, 2025

Sunset Beach Sportsmen’s Club faces eviction

An appeals court rules the club must vacate its building on state-managed waterfront land.

September 30, 2025

Ocean City will not buy office building for police headquarters

City officials say it would be too expensive to renovate the 100-year-old building.

September 29, 2025

"Sneak Attack" allegations fly at City Council meeting

Residents become angry when a Council member proposes a controversial resolution at the last minute.

September 25, 2025

Majority of City Council supports the idea of livestreaming meetings

The city will study the issue in a "methodical, responsible way" before making any final decisions.

September 24, 2025

Wildwoods airshow coming back in 2026

This year's show "exceeded all expectations" for crowds and economic impact, a top tourism official says.

September 23, 2025

Sea Isle City moving ahead with new construction projects

Improvements are planned for the Promenade, the municipal boat ramp and a stormwater pumping station.

September 22, 2025

Former bank building to become new police department headquarters

Ocean City will buy the former Crown Bank building in a $12.6 million deal.

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