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January 7, 2026

Sea Isle City's $21M. community center opening "soon"
The city gives an update on the project and the fees that will be charged for using the facilities.
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January 6, 2026

Construction underway on $23 million Ocean City housing project
The 60-unit Pecks Beach Village complex will take 18 months to two years to complete.
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January 5, 2026

Bayfront property up for sale in Sea Isle City
The site remains vacant after two fire-damaged restaurants were demolished in 2024.
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January 2, 2026

Time capsule offers a glimpse of Ocean City’s recent past
The contents date from the city’s millennium celebration.
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January 1, 2026

Revelers take "First Dip" in Ocean City on New Year's Day
The plunge in the chilly ocean is a wacky holiday tradition.
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December 31, 2025

Thousands welcome 2026 in Ocean City New Year's Eve gala
The First Night celebration has been going strong for 33 years.
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December 29, 2025

Update: Construction project to cause overnight traffic closures on Townsends Inlet Bridge
A detour route will be clearly marked during the bridge work in January.
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December 27, 2025

Ocean City honors founders of HERO Campaign in emotional tribute
The Elliotts have commemorated their late son by promoting safe and sober driving.
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December 26, 2025

Winter storm to bring snow, sleet and rain
Snow totals, though, are expected to be only about an inch or just a coating at the Jersey Shore.
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December 24, 2025

Ocean City planning board to scrutinize Wonderland site
A special meeting is scheduled for the board to consider granting the property "rehabilitation" status.
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December 23, 2025

Sea Isle City to liven up Promenade with decorative lighting
City Council approved a nearly $1.3 million contract for the project.
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December 22, 2025

Jason Kelce teams up with Jersey Shore hot sauce company
His investment in Sea Isle City-based Hank Sauce will increase its visibility in new markets nationwide.
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December 22, 2025

Mayor and his "elves" spread Christmas cheer in Sea Isle City
For the 33rd year, boxes of food and toys donated by the community are delivered to local families.
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December 19, 2025

Wildwood Crest's landlocked fishing pier to be extended into ocean
Cape May County approves funding to help reconstruct the pier.
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December 17, 2025

Experience thrills and chills during Polar Bear Plunge in Wildwood
The Jan. 17 fundraiser will benefit the Special Olympics of New Jersey.
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December 15, 2025

Sea Isle City has "shady" plans for popular playground
Exactly what kind of shade structure, canopy or covering has not yet been determined.
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December 14, 2025

Holiday tour showcases Ocean City’s historic gems
Homes and businesses from the Victorian and Edwardian eras and the 1920s were featured.
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December 12, 2025

Future use of McDonald's site in Ocean City remains unclear
The property occupies a prime spot overlooking the busy Ninth Street corridor into town.
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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.
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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.
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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?
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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November 26, 2025

Livestreaming is coming to Sea Isle in 2026
The public will be able to watch City Council meetings online.
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November 25, 2025

Ocean City clergy, community members worship together at Thanksgiving service
They reflect on the blessings of the holiday.
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November 24, 2025

SkyCoaster ride on Wildwood Boardwalk is retired
Morey's Piers described its iconic ride as "part sky diving, part hang gliding."
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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.
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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.
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November 21, 2025

Cape May named one of “Best Christmas Towns”
The Victorian seaside resort lands in the 21st spot by Travel + Leisure.
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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.
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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.
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November 17, 2025

Ride 'em cowboy, er, officer
Mounted police officers and their horses are training in Cape May County this week.
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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.
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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.
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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.”
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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.
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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.

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November 5, 2025

Sea Isle City's Promenade getting facelift
Improvements include the structure, bulkheads and handicap-accessible ramps.
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November 4, 2025

Iconic Sea Isle City restaurant up for sale
The waterfront property also offers the potential for a mixed-use redevelopment project.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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October 22, 2025

Popular "Flood Cam" remains offline in Sea Isle City
The organization that oversees the webcam blames technical problems for the outage.
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