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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!

“Christmas At the Jersey Shore” – Christmas Song

“Christmas At the Jersey Shore” – Christmas Song What makes Christmas at the Jersey Shore so special? I figured the only real way to explain it was to put it into a song. (Song at the bottom of the article) For the past three weeks I may have been battling laryngitis I wanted to make …

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Ocean Bay Coastal Grille & Bar Building Put Up For Sale

Ocean Bay Coastal Grille & Bar Building Put Up For Sale Ocean Bay Coastal Grille & Bar in North Wildwood has closed due to a denied liquor license, prompting allegations of discrimination, while its renovated building and adjoining home are now listed for sale at $3.3 million. If you’ve driven down Delaware Avenue recently, you …

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Party City Is Going out of Business, Closing All NJ Locations

Party City Is Going out of Business, Closing All NJ Locations Party City, a staple for festive supplies and decorations for over 40 years, has announced it will close all remaining stores nationwide, including 25 locations across New Jersey. This marks the end of an era for the New Jersey-based company, which once dominated the …

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Atlantic City Airshow Cancelled for 2025

Atlantic City Airshow Cancelled for 2025 In a major announcement, officials revealed that the Atlantic City Airshow will be canceled for 2025. The Greater Atlantic City Chamber confirmed the decision, citing the need for a “strategic pause” to reevaluate the event’s operations. The Airshow, a longstanding tradition in the region, is now on hold as …

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Okaloosa County Faces Challenges with SS United States

Okaloosa County Faces Challenges with SS United States The Okaloosa County Commission recently approved the purchase of the historic ocean liner SS United States, utilizing $1 million from tourist development funds. This decision followed a failed bid from another county and included a $9 million allocation for transportation and environmental services necessary to prepare the …

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FAA Bans Drones in Some Cities in New Jersey

FAA Bans Drones in Some Cities in New Jersey The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has issued a sweeping set of Temporary Flight Restrictions (TFRs) in multiple locations across New Jersey, citing “special security reasons.” This move intensifies the scrutiny on drone activity in the state, which has drawn national attention in recent weeks. Expanding Restrictions …

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Atlantic City Offshore Wind Project Approved

Atlantic City Offshore Wind Project Approved Another New Jersey Wind Farm project looks to be moving forward as the Atlantic Shores Offshore Wind was officially approved by the Atlantic City Council. The decision came after a controversial council meeting featuring four hours of public commentary, most of which opposed the project. Residents and stakeholders from …

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FBI Newark Warns Against Pointing Lasers or Shooting Drones

FBI Newark Warns Against Pointing Lasers or Shooting Drones The Gloucester County Office of Emergency Management, in collaboration with FBI Newark and the New Jersey State Police (NJSP), has issued a public advisory addressing a significant rise in drone activity and related safety concerns in the area. This advisory follows a series of troubling incidents …

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Major Changes At Former Groff’s Restaurant Location

Major Changes At Former Groff’s Restaurant Location For decades, Groff’s Restaurant was a beloved staple in Wildwood, known for its classic comfort food and, most notably, its mouthwatering pies. As the holiday season approaches, those craving a taste of Groff’s famous desserts might be in for a surprise. The iconic location, which served generations of …

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