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Jersey Shore beach lifts bans on tents
North Wildwood, New Jersey, has lifted a ban on tents ahead of Independence Day weekend. When North Wildwood Council revised its 70-year-old municipal code, the city’s beach was starved of sand after offseason storms had battered the coastline, fueling a need for emergency repairs that pitted local officials against Trenton.
Cooper Health officially acquires South Jersey health system, renames Cape Regional flagship hospital
From Camden and Cherry Hill to Trenton and the Jersey Shore, what about life in New Jersey do you want WHYY News to cover? Let us know. A merger between two South Jersey health care systems has reached its final step this week after a year and a half of negotiations and regulatory reviews.
Townsends Inlet Bridge Reopens After Brief Shutdown
The Townsends Inlet Bridge connects Sea Isle City with Avalon. Built in 1939, it has had its share of repairs and temporary closures along the way. Tuesday night was one of those times when travelers had to use an alternate route to get into or out of Sea Isle and Avalon. A traffic alert went out Tuesday at 8:11 p.m. stating that “The Townsends Inlet Bridge will be closed until further notice, due to technical issues. Please seek an alternate route of travel.”
Middle Township Summer Concert Series Returns July 9th
MIDDLE TOWNSHIP SUMMER CONCERT SERIES RETURNS JULY 9TH. Middle Township’s Summer Concert Series returns to the Robert “Ockie” Wisting Recreation Complex in Rio Grande for six concerts, beginning Tuesday, July 9th. “Middle Township is excited to offer another great series of summer concerts. We are fired up...
The Best July 2024 Summer Events In Sea Isle City, New Jersey
June was a busy month for Sea Isle City. Eagles Legend Jason Kelce and his former teammates led the invasion of this New Jersey Shore Town as the NFL Players raised money for charity. The month of July is typically one of the busiest at the Jersey Shore each summer...
The ‘Sounds’ of ‘Taylor Swift’ are Coming to Ocean City, NJ
It’s being hailed as “Back by Overwhelming Demand.”. Entertainment pro Bob Rose is the reliable source where I learned about this. Rose shared the news on his social media page yesterday that …. After kicking off the summer with TWO sold out shows, Let's Sing Taylor - A...
Sea Isle City hosted the 2024 South Jersey Women’s Lifeguard Conference with guards from 16 communities
On June 26, the Sea Isle City Beach Patrol (SICBP) hosted the 2024 South Jersey Women’s Lifeguard Conference, which included 64 female guards representing 16 lifesaving organizations along New Jersey’s shoreline, including Atlantic City, Avalon, Brigantine City, Cape May, Cape May Point, Diamond Beach, Longport, Margate City, North Wildwood, Ocean City, Sea Girt, Sea Isle City, Upper Township, Ventnor City, Wildwood and Wildwood Crest Beach Patrols.
Ocean City businesses brace for Fourth of July crowds as families flock to shore
OCEAN CITY, N.J. (CBS) -- The crowds down the Jersey Shore are only going to get bigger ahead of Fourth of July. Many people are getting a jump start on the holiday later this week. Manco & Manco Pizza had a line out of the door, and Shriver's Salt Water Taffy & Fudge was packed in Ocean City, New Jersey, Monday night."We are well-staffed right now and we have every register open on Fourth of July," said Aidan Yargar, who works at Shriver's. Yargar said while they are crowded every day, they are ready for the holiday rush.Crowds were on the boardwalk...
Ocean City warns of rip currents as several people rescued ahead of July 4th
OCEAN CITY, N.J. - If you're headed down the shore for the holiday weekend, local officials are urging beachgoers to stay cautious!. "Saturday was a busy day for us… the rip currents were particularly strong," said Allan Karas of the Ocean City Beach Patrol. Several people were rescued from...
Upper Township introduces $3.7 million bond ordinance
PETERSBURG — Upper Township Committee introduced a $3.7 million bond ordinance June 24 for capital improvements and the purchase of equipment. Work scheduled to be undertaken with the funding includes projects and purchases for the Department of Public Works, recreation facilities, Township Hall, Office of Emergency Management and engineering.
Delaware Valley Hit by Severe Thunderstorms, Flooding Engulfs Ocean City and Margate Streets
The Delaware Valley was besieged by severe thunderstorms yesterday, resulting in serious flooding and downed trees across the region. According to FOX 29, streets in the south end of Ocean City were inundated, with West Avenue and many numbered cross streets affected by a deluge of rain combined with tidal water. The aftermath left residents grappling with damage, as waterlogged streets disrupted the usual tranquility of a Sunday.
Ocean City Aquatic Center Pool to be Modernized
The Ocean City Aquatic & Fitness Center pool has been a favorite place in the community for avid swimmers, competitors and for swim lessons. But after 46 years of use, the six-lane, 25-meter, indoor pool is showing its age. The facility is in need of modernization, including repairs to a leaky drainage system and repairs to the pool walls, among other issues.
Bernie Walker is 11th chief in 133-year history of Ocean City Fire Department
OCEAN CITY — It was a day of transition Thursday when Bernard Walker was sworn in as the 11th chief in the 133-year history of the Ocean City Fire Department. It also marked the first time in more than 30 years that as one chief — James Smith — retired, a new chief was there to take the reins.
Ocean City Council Reorganizes Amid Drama Over Vote for President
During what is normally a ceremonial unanimous vote, there was some drama during City Council’s annual reorganization meeting Monday when two members of the governing body voted against the appointment of Council President Pete Madden. The reorganization meetings traditionally feature a show of unity and teamwork as well as...
Friends of Ocean City Pops Luncheon Set for Aug. 22
“Music Through the Ages” is the theme of the Friends of the Ocean City Pops annual luncheon set for Thursday, Aug. 22, at the Flanders Hotel, 719 East 11th Street, Ocean City. Doors open at 11:30 a.m. The event continues to celebrate the 95th anniversary of the Pops Orchestra,...
Cape May’s Own Lady Whistledown
There’s a new social media personality hitting Instagram by storm, known simply as Lady Whistledown’s Society Paper of Cape May. If the name Lady Whistledown sounds familiar to you, then you are likely a fan of Netflix’s original television show, “Bridgerton,” or the book series of the same name.
Temporary road closure for Lower Miha Village in Garapan
The Commonwealth Utilities Corp. would like to notify the general public of the ongoing sewer line replacement construction along Adetfa Street in Lower Miha Village, Garapan. It will be necessary for CUC’s contractor, Hong Ye Construction, to temporarily close Adetfa Stree and Kalachucha Avenue to replace the existing ACP sewer line and establish a new route for its replacement. Additionally, this project will involve reconnecting residences affected by the construction. Roads will be closed beginning Wednesday, July 3, 2024, to Wednesday, July 17, 2024, from 6am to 7pm. There may be adjustments to the closure time based on the tide level and existing hard rock conditions of the trench, affecting the groundwater level, and interfering with the construction work. Residents in the area will be provided with detailed directions by CUC’s contractor regarding how to access their property. Detour signs will be displayed to inform the traveling public of the restrictions.
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