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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!

Dolphins Spotted in Large Numbers off Cape May and Wildwood Shores

Dolphins Spotted in Large Numbers off Cape May and Wildwood Shores If you’ve been on the beaches of Cape May or Wildwood this past week, you may have noticed a significant increase in dolphins swimming just beyond the waves. Large pods have been moving close to shore, prompting many to wonder where these dolphins are …

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New Seawall Is Coming To North Wildwood

New Seawall Is Coming To North Wildwood Mother Nature hasn’t been the best of friends with our beaches here in North Wildwood. Every year it seems she wants to take more and more of our shoreline. One way we stop her is by building bulkheads. These heavy-duty barriers are driven dozens of feet into the …

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What Are Those Strange Red Worms At The Jersey Shore? Meet the Cinder Worms

What Are Those Strange Red Worms At The Jersey Shore? Meet the Cinder Worms If you’ve recently visited the beaches or back bays of Wildwood, New Jersey, and spotted thin, red, wiggling creatures swimming near the surface, you’re not alone. Over the weekend, mostly on Sunday, we had many people post in the Wildwoods groups …

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How to Install a Beach Umbrella So It Doesn’t Fly Away!

How to Install a Beach Umbrella So It Doesn’t Fly Away! On hot summer days, a beach umbrella feels like a lifeline until it turns into a flying hazard. Ed Quigley of Richmond, Virginia, knows this all too painfully. While at Bethany Beach, Delaware, on July 7, 2015, a gust lifted an unsecured umbrella that …

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Morey’s Piers Shines Bright with Three Prestigious Brass Ring Awards

Morey’s Piers Shines Bright with Three Prestigious Brass Ring Awards The brass ring has long stood as a timeless symbol of striving for excellence, a tradition that dates back to the classic carousel experience, where grabbing the brass ring meant a prize and bragging rights. In the attractions industry, this symbolism continues through the IAAPA …

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The Pointer Sisters & The Spinners Headline Wildwoods ‘50s, ‘60s & ‘70s Weekend

The Pointer Sisters & The Spinners Headline Wildwoods ‘50s, ‘60s & ‘70s Weekend Get ready to turn back time! On Saturday, October 18, two legendary groups, The Pointer Sisters and The Spinners, will bring a tidal wave of hits to the Wildwoods Convention Center for a concert that promises to be the crown jewel of …

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Santa Is Coming to Naval Air Station Wildwood

Santa Is Coming to Naval Air Station Wildwood Forget sleigh bells in the snow. At the Naval Air Station Wildwood (NASW) Aviation Museum, Christmas cheer comes with flip-flops, palm trees, and historic fighter jets. On Friday, July 25th, NASW invites locals and visitors alike to its annual Christmas in July celebration inside the museum’s festively …

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Tragic Incident at Hersheypark Tonight

Tragic Incident at Hersheypark Tonight Tonight, a heartbreaking tragedy unfolded at The Boardwalk at Hersheypark, where a nine-year-old guest sadly passed away following a water rescue. The following statement was just released by Hershey Entertainment & Resorts Company: “Tonight, a nine-year-old guest was tragically lost at The Boardwalk at Hersheypark. From the moment our lifeguard …

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Meet the Toy of Summer 2025 – Labubu

Meet the Toy of Summer 2025 – Labubu Every summer, something fun happens on boardwalks all across the United States. As families stroll past food stands and arcades, riding coasters or just soaking up the sun, a trend quietly begins to take shape. Among all the flashing lights and carnival sounds, one toy, gadget, or …

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The Government Just Cut New Jersey Beach Replenishment Funding — Our Beaches Are In Danger

The Government Just Cut New Jersey Beach Replenishment Funding — Our Beaches Are In Danger Cape May County’s beaches, known for their beauty, tourism appeal, and environmental value, are now facing a serious threat. For the first time in nearly three decades, the federal government has allocated zero dollars toward beach replenishment in 2025. The …

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