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Thinking Summer: See How Much Beach Fees Will Be Along Jersey Shore In 2024
As February ends and the weather gets warmer, many communities along the Jersey Shore are already preparing to soak up the sun at the beach. Many beaches along the Garden State's coast require badges or tags. They help pay the costs of maintaining beaches, hiring lifeguards, and keeping facilities in great shape for summer tourists. Many locations offer free beach access for young children, veterans, and active military members. Some also offer special preseason rates before the busiest part of the summer. Here is a running list of the beach badge requirements along the Jersey Shore as of …
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Atlantic County Boardwalks Get $28M For 'Vital' Upgrades In Massive State Grant Program
Jersey Shore communities are getting $100 million in state grants to make crucial repairs to their boardwalk, officials said. The Boardwalk Preservation Fund money will go to 18 municipalities in Atlantic, Cape May, Middlesex, Monmouth, and Ocean counties, Gov. Phil Murphy announced on Friday, Feb. 23. The state Department of Community Affairs (NJDCA) will give out the funds to invest in "state-of-the-art materials that increase storm resiliency and ensure longer lasting infrastructure." In a news release, Gov. Murphy said the money will help coastal tourist destinations stay vibrant. …
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Dogs Up For Adoption After Escaping Hoarding Situation In Galloway Township
Several dogs rescued from an Atlantic County hoarding situation are ready to find their forever homes. Some of the 25 dogs saved from a Galloway home are now up for adoption, the township's police department said on Thursday, Feb. 15. The dogs and one cat were found in poor conditions at a Zurich Avenue home on Saturday, Feb. 10. Officers also discovered a dead dog on the property. The animals' owner, 23-year-old Jason Millar of Wildwood Crest, was charged with cruelty to animals and he was released on a summons. Galloway police said a black-and-white Newfoundland dog named "Moo"…
Business
$13.4 Million Merger Brings Massive Beachfront Resort To Jersey Shore
Madison Resorts will open the largest resort in Cape May County next year, officials announced. Madison Resorts has purchased the Royal Hawaiian in Wildwood Crest for $13.4 million and will invest another $7 million for renovations. The Royal Hawaiian property will be united with the former Oceanview Motel next door which has been under construction since earlier this year. Together, the resort will offer more than 200 rooms, three restaurants, two pools, five conference rooms and two rooftop event spaces. The work on the former Oceanview Motel will wrap up soon with an opening date in e…
Business
'Hidden Gem:' New Jersey Taco Shop Makes Yelp List Of 100 Best In America
A New Jersey taco shop made Yelp's list of 100 best in the U.S. But you'll have to wait until May 2024 to try it. Yelp has released its list of "Top 100 US Taco Spots 2023," and according to the rundown, one Wildwood Crest shop is a must-try. Sun Dog on the Beach came in at No. 66. According to its website, Sun Dog on the Beach is a "casual, beachfront restaurant" that incorporates local fish, meat, and produce, in an effort to support local business. Sun Dog has a 4.8-star rating on Yelp, where one consumer calls the food "consistently delicious." Another called it a "hidden gem." …
Business
NJ Restaurant Named To List Of Top 10 Most Family Friendly Restaurants In US
A Mexican restaurant in South Jersey has made the list of the top 10 family-friendly restaurants in the United States. The motto at Bandanas Mexican Grille in Wildwood Crest is: "Love People. Feed Them Tasty Food." Tripadvisor recently gave Bandanas the prestigious ranking. The Mexican eatery is located at 5607 Atlantic Ave. Chef/owners Debbie Visalli and daughter Sarah, along with her family have been traveling for over 25 years, discovering new culinary techniques and creative recipes from all over the world to influence their innovative menu. There is a wide assortment of tacos, e…
Police & Fire
DWI Driver, 21, Leaves West Wildwood Pedestrian Critical In Middle Township Hit-Run: Police
A 21-year-old Wildwood Crest man is facing multiple charges after a hit-and-run crash that left a 48-year-old pedestrian critical, police said. Elijah Bethel is believed to have struck the West Wildwood woman at the intersection of Route 47 and 5th Street in the Rio Grande section of Middle Township around 1:50 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 26, Middle Township police said. Then, he fled the scene in a Nissan Altima, police said. Bethel was later found and arrested for Driving while Intoxicated, Assault by Auto, Knowingly Leaving a Motor Vehicle Accident with Serious Bodily Injury and was issued…
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High Fecal Bacteria Levels Put Three Jersey Shore Beaches Under Swimming Advisories
Three Jersey Shore beaches were placed under swimming advisories by the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection for high levels of fecal bacteria. The ocean beaches placed under swimming advisories on Tuesday, July 11 were: Albany Avenue beach in Atlantic City Philadelphia Avenue beach in Cape May Hollywood Avenue beach in Wildwood Crest In addition to the ocean beaches, six bay beaches in Cape May, Monmouth and Ocean counties and four river beaches in Ocean County also were placed under swimming advisories for high fecal bacteria levels. Click here for the complete list o…
Police & Fire
Police ID Homeowner Killed In South Jersey Fire
Authorities have identified the Cape May County resident killed in a house fire. Joanne Nessen died of possible asphyxia from the fire at her home in North Wildwood, NJ on Thursday, July 6, according to Cape May County Prosecutor, Jeffrey H. Sutherland and North Wildwood Police Chief John Stevenson. Authorities received a call at 4:16 p.m. reporting a person trapped in a burning home at 2203 New York Avenue in North Wildwood, according to city Fire Chief Dominick McClain. Within minutes of arrival, firefighters found a person in a rear bedroom of the home. The victim,…
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24K Wildwood Residents Without Power
A two-alarm fire at an electric plant substation in Wildwood knocked out power to 24,000 homes and businesses throughout the island on Friday, July 7, authorities said. UPDATE: 8K Wildwood Residents Still Without Power, Here's When It's Expected To Be Restored As of 5 p.m., power had been restored for 1,800 Atlantic City Electric customers. An additional 15,000 were expected to have power later this evening, while some will remain in the dark until Saturday, July 8, the company said. The electrical fire at the Lake Avenue substation on West Oak Avenue. As of 4pm, no update on time fo…
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Resident Killed In South Jersey House Fire
A Cape May County resident died of injuries from a house fire, authorities said. Authorities received a call at 4:16 p.m. Thursday, July 6 reporting a person trapped in a burning home at 2203 New York Avenue in North Wildwood, according to city Fire Chief Dominick McClain. Within minutes of arrival, firefighters found a person in a rear bedroom of the home. The victim, who was not identified, was removed through a side window and taken to Cape Regional Medical Center, McClain said. The victim was pronounced dead at the hospital at 5:05 p.m. Thursday, the fire chief said in a stateme…
Lifestyle
Beach Tags On Sale At 40 Jersey Shore Spots
It's that time of the yea: Time to buy beach badges or plan where you'll spend your free time this summer. The 130 miles of Jersey Shore offers about 50 public beaches to choose from. Daily, weekly and seasonal beach badge and tag prices have been set for the 2023 season. The highest seasonal fee at $150 is in Deal. Several townships offer discounts if you buy seasonal tags by late May or early June. Beaches often allow free or reduced fees to children, senior citizens, veterans and active military members. At least seven locations offer free admission but they typically charge for daily…
Police & Fire
PA Realtor Strangled Son With Dad's Belt Over Financial Woes Before NJ Capture: DA
Heartbreaking details have been released in the death of an 11-year-old Pennsylvania boy, whose mom strangled him with his father's belt as he slept before her arrest in New Jersey, authorities announced. Matthew Whitehead, of Horsham, had been crying on and off all day Monday, April 10, over his family's alleged financial difficulties, and slept in the master bedroom with his mom, Ruth DiRienzo Whitehead, according to police papers released by Montgomery County District Attorney Kevin Steele's office. The following morning, Tuesday, April 11, the boy's father, Daniel Whitehead, and realize…
Police & Fire
11-Year-Old PA Boy Found Dead, Mom's Car Found Abandoned In Wildwood
Montgomery County authorities are investigating the death of an 11-year-old boy found lifeless in his Horsham home early Tuesday, officials say. UPDATE: PA Realtor Strangled Son With Dad's Belt Over Financial Woes Before NJ Capture, DA Says Police were called to a home on the 500 block of Privet Road at about 7 a.m. on April 11, District Attorney Kevin Steele said in a release. There, Matthew Whitehead was found dead in the master bedroom by his father, the DA said. The dad told officers that Matthew spent the night before in the master bedroom with his mother, R…
Police & Fire
Kayakers Rescued By Firefighters In South Jersey
A pair of kayakers clung to one craft until they were rescued on Sunday, March 5, authorities said. At about 10:45 a.m., Stone Harbor Fire Department was dispatched to assist North Wildwood Fire Department with a water rescue. "Both victims were very lucky, as one of the kayaks had capsized, and both victims were clinging to the second kayak that was sinking," Stone Harbor Fire Department said on Facebook. The pair was about a half mile out into the ocean off of Stone Harbor Point. Marine 13 with Firefighter Josh Otton and Firefighter Thomas Hurden responded, the Fire Departme…
Business
Historic Jersey Shore Doo-Wop Style Motel Saved From Demolition, Bought By Resorts Owner
A major resort owner has purchased an iconic motel in Cape May County that it plans to upgrade with $12 million of renovations. Madison Resorts announced the purchase of The Oceanview Motel in Wildwood Crest for $10 million. The owners said they aim to preserve the motel's history while upgrading the property and adding amenities. The iconic doo-wop style motel at 7201 Ocean Ave. is celebrated by the local Wildwood Crest and Jersey Shore community as one-of-a-kind for its unique style of architecture and its rich history. After months of community lobbying to save the motel, Madison Reso…
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Swimming Advisories Lifted At NJ Beaches After Ocean Water Is Retested For Fecal Bacteria: DEP
Swimming advisories at four South Jersey beaches have been lifted after ocean water was retested, authorities said. The initial samples found fecal bacteria was "a little over the standard,''' said Larry Hajna, a spokesman for the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection. Per protocol, they were resampled, Hajna said on Wednesday, July 13. "They were well within standard and the advisories were lifted," Hajna said. The beaches that had been briefly placed under swimming advisories were: Forget-Me-Not Road beach in Wildwood Crest Miami Avenue beach in Wildwood …
Police & Fire
Pennsylvania Man, 53, Drowns On Jersey Shore: Police
A 53-year-old man from Pennsylvania drowned while swimming at a Wildwood Crest beach, authorities said. Joel Green of Johnstown, Pennsylvania, was found unresponsice by other swimmers who pulled him from the water about 4 p.m. on Tuesday, June 7, Tuesday Wildwood Crest police said. When police arrived, a beachgoer was performing CPR, police said. An officer continued giving CPR until Wildwood Crest Rescue and the City of Wildwood Fire/Water Rescue arrived to assume life-saving measures on the man, police said. Green was transported to Cape Regional Medical Center where he was pronounced d…
Police & Fire
Possible Drowning Reported Off Cape May (
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First responders were called to a possible drowning on the Jersey Shore, according to developing and unconfirmed reports. A swimmer was pulled from the ocean along East Preston Avenue in Wildwood Crest before 4:30 p.m. on Tuesday, June 7, initial reports said. An unconfirmed report said that CPR was in progress. CHECK BACK FOR UPDATES
Police & Fire
Water Search Locates Sunken Vessel In Cape May (
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A water search was underway in Cape May County where numerous life jackets were found washed up on the shore, according to developing and unconfirmed reports. UPDATE: The US Coast Guard located a sunken vessel and the owner was notified at about 10 a.m. on Tuesday, April 5. No one was on board. The vessel was described as a 37-foot Silverton sunk in the ocean off of Cape May — 500 yards west of the Cape May Inlets west jetty. and 200 yards off of the Coast Guard beach. Other vessel debris also was found on the beach at East Louisville Avenue in Wildwood Crest at about 9 a.m. The Lo…
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Video Released Of Jersey Shore Man Shot Dead After Stealing Police Car
Video released Tuesday shows the final moments after a Wildwood Crest man stole a police car, got out and ran at pursuing officers before one of them shot him earlier this month. Roy K. Jackel, 41, was “holding his arm behind his back and ignoring their commands to show his hands” when Franklin Township Police Sgt. David Jernegen finally shot him in Buena Vista on April 5, state Attorney General Gurbir S. Grewal said. Officers provided medical aid until EMS arrived and pronounced Jackel dead, Grewal said. Township police, who are in Gloucester County, had responded to a mutual aid call fro…
Business
Husband & Wife Bring Philly Sticky Bun Biz To Jersey Shore
Sweet news: A Philadelphia sticky bun company helmed by a husband-and-wife duo is headed straight for the Jersey Shore. Barry's Buns -- opened by Joel and Jen Singer -- will open in Wildwood Crest on May 7. The store will be located at 6107 New Jersey Ave. Joel, whose middle name is Barry, launched a cheesecake business at 14 years old. He took home first place in a culinary competition to attend Johnson & Wales University in Rhode Island, graduating with a degree in pastry arts. He also recently worked as the regional bakery associate coordinator for Whole Foods Market in the Mid-At…
Police & Fire
Jersey Shore Pizzeria Owner Gets 15 Months In Fed Pen For Ducking $425,000 In Taxes
The owner of a Wildwood Crest pizzeria must serve a plea-bargained 15 months in federal prison for filing false income tax returns, authorities said. Giuseppe D’Arancio, 61, of Cape May Court House must serve the entire term handed down Wednesday in U.S. District Court in Camden because there's no parole in the federal prison system. He also must spend a year of supervised release and pay $507,246 in restitution to the IRS under the sentence imposed by U.S. District Judge Joseph H. Rodriguez. D'Arancio and a co-owner of Sal's Pizza on New Jersey Avenue "kept two sets of acco…
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