NJ Gov Signs $100 Million Boardwalk Preservation Fund In a landmark move that underscores his commitment to preserving New Jersey’s iconic shorelines and bolstering the state’s tourism-driven economy, Governor Phil Murphy has signed into law S3989/A5675, creating the Boardwalk Preservation Fund. This monumental legislation appropriates a staggering $100 million for the renovation and repair of …
Could Tents Be Banned on the Beach? In recent years, a notable transformation has taken place on beaches along the East Coast. Gone are the days when families would simply set up a small umbrella for a day by the sea. Nowadays, beachgoers are increasingly choosing to bring larger tents and beach cabanas to enhance …
Flanders Hotel To Host Centennial Celebration Nestled along the scenic shores of Ocean City, a humble beach town with big dreams, the story of the Flanders Hotel unfolds like a chapter from the region’s history. It’s a tale of determination, resilience, and grandeur that began to take shape after the echoes of World War I …
Another Humpback Whale Washes Ashore in New Jersey [Photos in Article by Tony Costa and Save the Dolphins and Whales NJ] The latest casualty adds to the growing toll on East Coast marine life, prompting concerns over ship collisions and fishing nets. In the wake of an ongoing and concerning phenomenon, a deceased humpback whale …
The Many Seagulls of the Wildwood Boardwalk The Wildwood Boardwalk boasts a multitude of attractions, but it’s particularly renowned for its culinary delights. Pizza, Curley’s Fries, hot dogs, and ice cream stand out as some of the cherished gastronomic options cherished by visitors who leisurely wander along the boardwalk. Interestingly, it’s not just humans that …
Wildwood Video Archive Nominated For An Emmy PRESS RELEASE On Thursday, August 10th, the Mid-Atlantic chapter announced their 2023 Emmy Award nominations via a live stream on Youtube and Zoom. The Mid-Atlantic Emmy Awards is a prominent division within the esteemed National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences (NATAS). Established in the year 1981, this …
Support the City of North Wildwood Gateway Veterans’ Park Project The City of North Wildwood is embarking on an exciting initiative that holds the promise of not only revitalizing its urban landscape but also paying homage to the brave Veterans and Fallen Heroes who have selflessly served the nation. The Gateway Veterans’ Park Project is …
Why New Jersey Drivers Can’t Pump Their Own Gas In the vast landscape of American culture and norms, the practice of self-pumping gasoline has become a ubiquitous part of the driving experience. Yet, amid the 49 states where drivers routinely take the pump into their own hands, there stands an intriguing outlier – New Jersey. …
Atlantic Shores Offshore Wind Submits Project in New Jersey In a significant stride towards achieving New Jersey’s ambitious renewable energy targets, Atlantic Shores Offshore Wind, a joint venture between Shell New Energies US LLC and EDF-RE Offshore Development, LLC, has submitted a groundbreaking proposal to the New Jersey Board of Public Utilities. This proposal not …
Cape May To Host Ukrainian Week Events Note from the Editor: Many of you may not know that my wife is from Ukraine and we have been fundraising since the invasion started to help her state’s local military on the frontline. Besides helping my wife’s town and friends who are fighting for the same freedoms …