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Point Sailing School Makes Lessons a Breeze

Expert sailor Tyler Myers is in his fourth season teaching sailing at his camps in Beesley's Point.

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Phanatic to headline "Phillies Down the Shore" celebration in Sea Isle

The Aug. 12 event includes a watch party for the Phillies-Reds game on Excursion Park's outdoor big screen.

Ocean City's mayor calls for more e-bike safety

Jay Gillian writes to Gov. Phil Murphy just days after the mayor has a close call with two e-bike riders.

Thunderstorms to break heat wave

Heavy downpours could trigger flash flooding on Thursday, according to the forecast.

Ocean City Apartment Searched in Child Porn Investigation

No arrests have been immediately announced.

Night in Venice attracts thousands to Ocean City's bayfront

The boat parade was celebrated with a Philly-dominated "70 Years of Champions" theme.

Sea Isle City to brighten up Excursion Park

Additional lighting will be installed at a cost of $176,048.

Trips to the beach in Sea Isle’s north end will be getting easier

Plans are advancing for a new handicap-accessible ramp to cross over the dunes at Fourth Street.

Ocean City Emphasizes Safety for "Night in Venice" Boat Parade

Ocean City police will have help from other law enforcement agencies to keep an eye on the lagoons and streets.

Airbnb Says Ocean City's New Occupancy Tax is Illegal

The online travel giant argues that the tax should also apply to hotels and motels in town.

In Ocean City, New Signs Warn of Dangers of Windblown Umbrellas

The signs depict a beachgoer being impaled by a flying umbrella and warn, “You can be killed too!”

Ocean City Community Group Wants to Light Up Dormant Ferris Wheel

The plan would create “a striking, dynamic visual effect” for the now-dark Boardwalk amusement ride.

Zebra Dies in Fall at Cape May County Zoo

Gretta died only a month after giving birth to a female foal.

Ocean City Wins N.J.’s “Favorite Beach” Contest – Again

This represents the 12th straight year that Ocean City has taken top honors in the statewide poll.

Cape May County Man Pleads Not Guilty in Seagull Beheading Case

A status conference is scheduled July 30 in Superior Court on the charges against Franklin C. Zeigler.

Funding Awarded for Wildwood Project to Connect Boardwalk with Downtown

A series of improvements will enhance pedestrian access and safety as part of the project.

Sea Isle City Halts Placement of New Memorial Benches on Promenade

Some benches were put on the Promenade without city permission, while others are deteriorated.

Poll: Majority of Ocean City Residents Oppose Boardwalk Hotel

The poll was commissioned by Ocean City 2050, a community group that is opposed to the hotel project.

Ocean City Celebrates Grand Opening of Outdoor Fitness Park

Free to the public, the fitness park will be open from dawn to dusk each day.

Cape May Man Indicted in Seagull's Beheading

The indictment says Franklin C. Zeigler had “needlessly mutilated a living animal.”

Teen Arrested in Gunfire Near Wildwood Boardwalk Over Holiday Weekend

No one was injured in the shooting.

Bicyclist Rides Across Country to Raise Money for Lung Cancer Awareness

Jack Owens, ending his trip in Ocean City, was inspired by his late grandmother, who died of lung cancer.

Watch out for turtles: It's nesting season at the shore

Female diamondback terrapins face a perilous journey while crossing the busy roadways in summer.

Sea Isle City Swears in Three Council Members

A longtime incumbent and two newcomers were the winners in the May municipal election.

Jason Kelce fundraiser brings in $1 million for autism awareness

The event in Sea Isle City included appearances by other current and former Eagles players.

Female lifeguards becoming bigger part of beach patrol in Sea Isle

Sea Isle's 28-member class of rookie lifeguards for the 2025 summer season includes 15 females and 13 males.

Sea Isle mother continues her quest to have street named in late son's honor

Debbie Behnke has waited for a year to find out whether her request would be granted by city officials.

Jason Kelce Headlines Autism Awareness Fundraiser in Sea Isle

Former Eagle Hollis Thomas says the big turnout reflected "the best fans on Earth, probably the whole galaxy."

Two Sea Isle Councilmen Close Out Their Political Careers

Jack Gibson and J.B. Feeley were praised for their leadership and public service.

Jason Kelce Returns to Sea Isle for Guest Bartender Role

For the fifth year in a row, he will help to raise money for autism awareness during an appearance Wednesday.

Dangerous Heat Wave Begins

Scorching temperatures will flirt with 100 degrees.

Philadelphia man charged with hiding cameras in Ocean City Boardwalk bathrooms

The suspect remains in custody in Pennsylvania awaiting extradition proceedings.

For Sea Isle's Mayor, It's Time to Make the Donuts

Mayor Desiderio uses his donut-making skills to raise money for the VFW in Sea Isle and an Ocean City church.

OCHS Graduates Celebrate the Past, Look to the Future

"Know that OCHS will always be a part of you," Principal Wendy O'Neal tells the 285 graduates.

Despite Crummy Weather, Skimmer Festival Draws Thousands

The two-day festival features shopping, amusements, a food court and a vintage car show.

Hidden Cameras Found in Public Restrooms on Ocean City Boardwalk

The mayor is vowing that police will use "every available resource" to solve the crime.

Sea Isle City Police Urge Homeowners to Lock Doors, Garages

Police are responding to attempted burglaries by juveniles trying to steal alcohol from open garages.

Ocean City Police Department Showcases New Way of Saving Lives

The department’s advanced drones can swoop in to help rescue distressed swimmers.

Sea Isle Digital Sign to Provide "Broad Spectrum of Information"

Mounted on an 8-foot-tall base, it will be easy to spot for motorists entering town on the JFK Boulevard corridor.

Landmark Pier Set to Reopen After $3 Million Overhaul

The Grassy Sound Fishing Pier has been a popular fishing and crabbing destination for generations.

Sea Isle City Police Department Promotes Two Officers

Police Chief Anthony Garreffi tells the officers that their positions will entail hard work and new challenges.

An Old Seashore Bridge May Get a New Classification

Currently, bridge tenders are assigned to the Corson's Inlet drawbridge for a job that's not needed.

Tornado Watch in Effect for Shore Region

The forecast includes the possibility of tornadoes, hail, heavy rain and gusty winds.

Upscale Boutique Hotel Still Planned for Empty Site in Sea Isle City

Construction may begin this fall or in spring 2026 and would take about 24 months to complete.

Wildwoods Grab "Best Beach" in N.J. Honors

Other beach towns in Cape May and Atlantic counties make the top 10 in the USA Today contest.

Sea Isle's Beaches in "Great Shape" for Summer

Mayor Leonard Desiderio describes the steps the city has taken to get the beaches ready.

Not Quite Summer Yet at the Shore, But Beachgoers Still Enjoy the Holiday

Sweatshirts are the preferred beach outfit in Sea Isle City during a chilly Memorial Day weekend.

Ocean City "Plunges" Into Summer in Grand Style

The madcap Business Persons Plunge ushers in the summer season at the start of the Memorial Day weekend.

Chamber of Commerce Backs Plans for Luxury Hotel on Ocean City Boardwalk

However, the Chamber also makes a series of recommendations it wants hotel developer Eustace Mita to follow.

Ocean City, Sea Isle Warn Troublemakers to Stay Away

The mayors of both towns stressed that they will have "zero tolerance" for lawbreakers this summer.

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