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September 27, 2024

Sea Isle Pushes for Expansion of Exit 17 on Garden State Parkway
The hope is to convert the exit from its limited two-way configuration into a four-way interchange capable of handling heavy …
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September 26, 2024

Ocean City reaffirms opposition to alcohol sales
City Council says it has no intention of changing the local laws banning alcohol sales.
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September 25, 2024

Last Day Announced for Wonderland Pier on Ocean City Boardwalk
After a nearly 60-year run, the amusement park's final day will be Sunday, Oct. 13.
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September 15, 2024

Ocean City Air Show Draws Thousands to Beach and Boardwalk
Skydivers and stunt pilots thrill the spectators.
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September 15, 2024

Ocean City mayor explains why Wonderland Pier failed
The combined impacts of Hurricane Sandy, the COVID pandemic and higher payroll expenses are blamed.
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September 14, 2024

Ocean City officials quash rumors of a liquor license for large hotel
Speculation about a liquor license has swirled on social media.
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September 9, 2024

Cape May County officials denounce state's proposed flood-control rules
They predict the regulations would "devastate" the local economy.
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September 7, 2024

Vintage cars rev up the crowds on Ocean City Boardwalk
The Classic Car and Street Rod Show is celebrating its 49th anniversary.
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September 5, 2024

Troubled condo complex in Ocean City still looking for a buyer
Questions remain whether a developer would renovate or demolish the property.
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September 3, 2024

Smiles, hugs and some jitters mark the first day of school in Ocean City
The primary school principal describes going back to school as a "big party."
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August 28, 2024

Bill Belichick expected at high school football showcase in Ocean City
The former New England Patriots coach plugged the Battle at the Beach tournament on national TV.
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August 22, 2024

Ocean City preservationists want Wonderland Pier saved
It is unknown what will happen to the Boardwalk landmark after it closes.
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August 20, 2024

Phillies 'shimmy' to Sea Isle to delight thousands of fans
Excursion Park is packed for the family-friendly event.
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August 19, 2024

Former Ocean City Mayor Roy Gillian Dies at 94
He founded the landmark Gillian's Wonderland Pier on the Boardwalk
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August 9, 2024

Legendary Wonderland Pier to close on Ocean City Boardwalk
It has been a Boardwalk attraction for 94 years
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August 9, 2024

Are pesky seagulls becoming more annoying in Ocean City?
The city has a contractor that uses trained raptors to chase the gulls
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July 17, 2024

Housing agency considers new tactic to build Ocean City project
The move comes after the Ocean City Housing Authority rejected construction bids for the third time in 10 months.
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July 5, 2024

Hundreds compete in Sea Isle’s Junior Olympics on Fourth of July
More than 600 children from New Jersey and Pennsylvania competed in the Junior Olympics, a Fourth of July tradition in …
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July 4, 2024

Sea Isle considers repealing law banning fortune telling
City Council is going to take a second look at what is colloquially known as the “anti-fortune telling ordinance” following …
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July 3, 2024

Shuttered Ocean City condo complex hits market for $7 million
In a new development in the Seaspray saga, the property has hit the market touted as a “prime real estate, …
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June 27, 2024

Jason Kelce, other Eagles mobbed by fans during Sea Isle appearance
Chants of “E-A-G-L-E-S” and “Kelce, Kelce” broke out among the crowd as Kelce made his appearance along with other current …
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June 25, 2024

Going, going, gone: Auction precedes demolition of Sea Isle hotel
Beds, dressers, flat-screen TVs, stainless steel kitchen equipment, sinks, tables, stools, silverware, dishes, glasses, advertising signs and much, much more …
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June 20, 2024

Jason Kelce to bring star power to Sea Isle
Sea Isle is expected to be packed with Jason Kelce fans for his annual appearance at the Eagles Autism Foundation …
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June 19, 2024

Construction bids rejected for major Ocean City housing project
The Ocean City Housing Authority has set a July 11 deadline for new bids to be submitted.
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June 18, 2024

Ocean City election dispute headed to court
A razor-thin margin of two votes separates the Third Ward City Council candidates.
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June 17, 2024

Ocean City officials reject ski mask ban on Boardwalk
Ocean City officials discussed, and then rejected, an informal proposal from several business owners for the city to consider banning …
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June 15, 2024

Skimmer Festival draws big crowds to Sea Isle
Skimmer Festival, Sea Isle City’s signature summertime event, kicked off its annual two-day run Saturday with hundreds of vendors lining …
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June 14, 2024

Sea Isle hotel site to be demolished, redeveloped
The entire restaurant, bar and hotel contents – more than 1,000 items in all – will be sold to the …
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June 13, 2024

Newcomer Sean Barnes joins Ocean City Council
The first new member of what could end up being a significantly different-looking City Council following the May 14 municipal …
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June 13, 2024

Sea Isle mom wants street named in honor of late son
Debbie Behnke spoke about her son’s extraordinary life Tuesday while asking Sea Isle officials to consider naming the corner of …
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June 11, 2024

Beach pathways getting makeover in Sea Isle
Sea Isle City is cleaning up and restoring many of its beach pathways so that beachgoers won’t get bogged down …
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June 8, 2024

Sea Isle unveils wider beaches for summer season
Sea Isle’s beaches are much bigger these days thanks to a major replenishment project that has widened the shoreline with …
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June 5, 2024

Salerno leads in close Democratic primary
With 95 percent of the votes counted, Salerno had 12,637 votes to 12,236 for Alexander. Carolyn Rush, another Democratic candidate, …
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May 31, 2024

Ocean City remains safe, despite rowdy weekend, mayor says
Ocean City Mayor Jay Gillian is warning troublemaking teenagers to stay away from the resort community following a rowdy Memorial …
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May 27, 2024

Shore towns warn rowdy teens: Stay out
Fights erupted on the Boardwalk and the normally family-friendly atmosphere changed dramatically for some. Friday night ended with some teens …
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May 26, 2024

Bishop McHugh School honors 'All-American kid'
Connor Laverty was known to many as a star basketball player at Ocean City High School and Widener University, but …
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May 26, 2024

Wind farm opponents vow to 'stay in the fight'
Opponents of offshore wind energy farms warned during a rally Saturday in Ocean City that the legal battle is far …
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May 24, 2024

Owners at closed Ocean City condo complex appeal for help
Frustrated owners at the shuttered Seaspray Condominiums appealed to Ocean City officials Thursday for help to get the complex reopened …
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May 19, 2024

Cape May County report indicates 'new normal' in tourism industry
Tourism spending in Cape May County rose by 4.1 percent in 2023 to $7.7 billion, compared to $7.4 billion in …
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May 13, 2024

Trump rally draws tens of thousands of supporters to Wildwood
Donald Trump tells over-capacity crowd in Wildwood that he will win New Jersey and turn other traditionally blue states red.
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May 2, 2024

Jason Kelce to return to Sea Isle for autism awareness fundraiser
For the fourth year in a row, the now-retired Jason Kelce will appear at the Ocean Drive bar and sister …
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April 27, 2024

Crowds enjoy blockbuster Bayfest in Somers Point
Throngs of families strolled along historic Bay Avenue, between Pleasant and Annie avenues, to browse vendor tents and taste tantalizing …
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April 26, 2024

Ocean City Condo complex remains closed for safety repairs
For now, red tags have been slapped on the Seaspray condos at 34th Street and Bay Avenue declaring that the …
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April 22, 2024

Hub for high-tech industry coming to Cape airport
The project represents a major expansion of the Tech Village I complex that Cape May County launched in 2019 in …
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April 19, 2024

Ocean City Condo complex shut down amid safety concerns
The Seaspray complex has been a fixture at the corner of 34th Street and Bay Avenue since the 1960s.
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April 8, 2024

Shore Medical Center touts robot-assisted surgery
The da Vinci Xi surgical robotic system at Shore Medical Center in Somers Point is a high-tech tool that helps …

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