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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!

End of an Era: Island Bowl in Wildwood Has Been Sold

End of an Era: Island Bowl in Wildwood Has Been Sold A familiar sound is rolling into the history books in Wildwood, New Jersey. After nearly five decades in the bowling industry, the longtime owner of Island Bowl & Family Entertainment Center has officially stepped away, announcing the sale of the beloved venue. Located at …

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Windward Motel in Wildwood Set for Surprise Comeback?

Windward Motel in Wildwood Set for Surprise Comeback? It Looks Like the Windward Motel Might Be Coming Back from the Dead! Located on the corner of Bennett and Ocean Avenue, the Windward Motel stood tall for decades as one of Wildwood’s classic doo-wop motels. Its retro signage and pastel façade made it a staple of …

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City Helps Wawa Go Doo Wop With New Wildwood Store Design

City Helps Wawa Go Doo Wop With New Wildwood Store Design Just a few months ago, we revealed that a brand-new Wawa convenience store and fueling station was proposed for 3400 New Jersey Avenue in Wildwood — the current site of the Rite Aid store. Now, thanks to insight from Wildwood Mayor Ernie Troiano, we’re …

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The Pirate Ship Returns to Playland’s Castaway Cove in Ocean City, NJ

The Pirate Ship Returns to Playland’s Castaway Cove in Ocean City, NJ After more than four years away, the iconic pirate ship that once stood proudly at the entrance of Playland’s Castaway Cove is making its grand return to the Ocean City Boardwalk. On Wednesday morning, crews will begin installing a brand-new, 60-foot-long pirate ship …

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Quincy’s Lobster Rolls Adds Steak Bros to Wildwood Boardwalk

Quincy’s Lobster Rolls Adds Steak Bros to Wildwood Boardwalk Big changes are coming to the Wildwood Boardwalk this summer as Quincy’s Original Lobster Rolls, located at Juniper Avenue and the Boardwalk, is set to add a Steak Bros counter to its popular location! If you’ve walked the boardwalk in recent summers, you’ve likely seen the …

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Rommadill Pickling Co. Opens Location in Wildwood

Rommadill Pickling Co. Opens Location in Wildwood Pickle lovers in South Jersey have a new must-visit spot. Rommadill Pickling Co., an artisanal pickle brand out of Philadelphia, officially opened its first New Jersey location in downtown Wildwood on April 19, 2025 at 3109 Pacific Ave. This used to be home to Ultra Neon who has …

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Jersey Mike’s Subs is Coming to Cape May Court House

Jersey Mike’s Subs is Coming to Cape May Court House Cape May Court House is about to welcome a major player in the sub sandwich game — and it’s one that many South Jersey residents have been eagerly waiting for. Jersey Mike’s Subs, the nationally beloved chain known for its fresh ingredients and signature “Mike’s …

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Wildwood Boardwalk Renovation COMPLETE! | Phase 6 – Video Tour

Wildwood Boardwalk Renovation COMPLETE! | Phase 6 – Video Tour The City of Wildwood has officially completed Phase 6 of its massive Boardwalk Renovation Project, marking the end of a years-long effort to revitalize one of New Jersey’s most iconic seaside destinations. The Wildwood Video Archive stopped by to film a full tour video for …

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John’s Water Ice is Coming to the Wildwood Boardwalk

John’s Water Ice is Coming to the Wildwood Boardwalk A beloved Philadelphia institution is bringing its iconic frozen treats to the Jersey Shore. John’s Water Ice, a family-run business serving authentic Italian water ice since 1945, has announced the opening of a new location in North Wildwood, New Jersey. This marks the company’s southernmost venture …

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Wildwood Boardwalk Named the Best In America

Wildwood Boardwalk Named the Best In America The famed Wildwood Boardwalk, the almost two-mile stretch of wooden planks along the Jersey Shore that has welcomed generations of beachgoers with its cacophony of amusement rides, neon lights, arcade games and the steady hum of tramcars, has been named the best boardwalk in America by USA Today’s …

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