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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!

SS United States to Move This Weekend!

SS United States to Move This Weekend! The SS United States, America’s iconic ocean liner, is set to embark on a historic journey as Okaloosa County’s Tourist Development Department in Destin-Fort Walton Beach, Florida, has completed all necessary safety requirements to move the vessel from Philadelphia to Mobile, Alabama. This move marks the next phase …

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Construction Underway on North Wildwood’s New ADA-Accessible Boardwalk and Beach Access

Construction Underway on North Wildwood’s New ADA-Accessible Boardwalk and Beach Access If you’ve taken a stroll along the North Wildwood Boardwalk this off-season, you may have noticed construction at 21st Avenue and wondered what’s happening. While some might assume this is part of the larger Wildwood Boardwalk Reconstruction Project, this particular work is a separate …

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New Jersey Stops Fourth Offshore Wind Farm

New Jersey Stops Fourth Offshore Wind Farm The New Jersey Board of Public Utilities (NJBPU) has announced that it will not proceed with an award in the state’s fourth offshore wind solicitation, citing significant market uncertainties and industry challenges. Christine Guhl-Sadovy, President of the NJBPU, stated, “The Board will not proceed with an award in …

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Wildwood Boardwalk Reconstruction Update Phase 6 – Drone Video

Wildwood Boardwalk Reconstruction Update Phase 6 – Drone Video Phase 6 of the Wildwood Boardwalk Reconstruction has been underway since October of last year, and it looks like they’re nearing the finish line. In this phase, we’re seeing renovations on the boardwalk from Spicer Avenue to Montgomery Avenue (home to the Wildwoods Convention Center). The …

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Shell Pulls Out of New Jersey’s Offshore Wind Farm

Shell Pulls Out of New Jersey’s Offshore Wind Farm In a significant shakeup to New Jersey’s offshore wind industry, Shell New Energies US LLC has officially withdrawn from the Atlantic Shores Offshore Wind project. The move, part of a joint venture with EDF-RE Offshore Wind Development LLC, has resulted in a staggering write-off of nearly …

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Last-Ditch Attempt to Save the SS United States Is Rejected

Last-Ditch Attempt to Save the SS United States Is Rejected The recent emergence of the so-called “New York Coalition to Save the SS United States” has sparked fresh debate about the future of the historic ocean liner. John Quadrozzi Jr., owner of Gowanus Bay Terminal, a dock in Brooklyn, New York, partnered with Dan McSweeney …

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Demolition of the Ivanhoe Motel – Final Tour

Demolition of the Ivanhoe Motel – Final Tour A piece of North Wildwood history is now disappearing as the Ivanhoe Motel is actively being demolished. Last year, Beachside Resort, LLC submitted an application to North Wildwood’s planning and zoning board to redevelop the property at 430 East 21st Avenue. For many, this location is instantly …

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Wildwood Beach Boxes 2025 Details

Wildwood Beach Boxes 2025 Details Are you tired of lugging all your beach gear to and from the sand every visit? Wildwood Beach Boxes are back for the 2025 season, offering a convenient storage solution for beachgoers looking to make their trips stress-free. 2025 Beach Box Rental Details The City of Wildwood has announced that …

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Atlantic City Aquarium to Officially Reopen This Spring

Atlantic City Aquarium to Officially Reopen This Spring After nearly four years of uncertainty, the Atlantic City Aquarium will finally reopen its doors to the public on March 24, 2025. The announcement, made during Mayor Marty Small’s annual State of the City Address on January 23, marks the culmination of a long-awaited restoration for the …

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