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My name is Joey Contino. I am a big lover of anything Wildwood. I have lived and worked in Wildwood my whole life. I worked jobs from working on the beach renting umbrellas and chairs to being a supervisor at Morey's Piers. Wildwood is my life and my home!

Man Training for Marathon Causes Crest School To Lockdown

Man Training for Marathon Causes Crest School To Lockdown On Monday police sirens had been sounding throughout the island. Along with the sirens came first responders from not just on the island but all over Cape May County. Many folks reached out to us to see what was going on. In short, it was a …

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Three Long Time Businesses Close In Ocean City 

Three Long Time Businesses Close In Ocean City  It has been a tough two weeks for some long-standing establishments in Ocean City New Jersey. It’s no secret that after Labor Day weekend many businesses close for the off-season. Usually, this closure lasts from the end of September until late Spring. In Ocean City, three different …

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This Weekend In The Wildwood – Sept 16th-18th

This Weekend In The Wildwood – Sept 16th-18th While Labor Day, the unofficial end of summer, was about two weeks ago, there is still plenty of summer left! With 85-degree days the beaches and the boardwalk are still packed with visitors from around the world. The most asked question of this time of year is …

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New Jersey State Firemen’s Convention and Parade 2022

New Jersey State Firemen’s Convention and Parade 2022 [Original Cover Photo by Mark Rosetti] This weekend is the Annual Convention of the New Jersey State Firemen and Life Members at the Wildwoods Convention Center. Firemen from all over the tri-state stop by for a week of meetings, seminars, and more. Here is a schedule of …

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Oceanview Motel Project – Tour Video

Oceanview Motel Project – Tour Video It’s been two weeks since we announced that the Oceanview Motel has been saved. Here at the Wildwood Video Archive, we are still smiling from ear to ear. Located at 7201 Ocean Ave in Wildwood Crest, the building was purchased by Madison Resorts who will be putting the building …

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Is the ICONA Cape May Project on Hold?

Is the ICONA Cape May Project on Hold? With the renovation of its Diamond Beach location, their acquisition of a third hotel in the Wildwoods, partnership with Gillian’s Wonderland Pier and more, ICONA has slowly became a strong powerhouse resort company. ICONA’s recent project is going to be one of its most significant undertakings. Back …

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Octoberfest Is Coming Back to Morey’s Piers

Octoberfest Is Coming Back to Morey’s Piers As we head into the shoulder season there are so many amazing events to look forward to. From the Fall Irish Festival to the Food And Music Festival, there is something for everything. It’s this time of year when one Country’s tradition and event overtake Morey’s Piers. That …

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Vintage 1990 Morey’s Piers Commercial

Vintage 1990 Morey’s Piers Commercial As they say in the business, trends always fade but the memories of those trends could cause funny moments down the line. Well, ok no one has never said that but you will after watching this vintage 1990 Morey’s Piers Commercial. The 90s were such a different world especially when …

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