Ocean City business leaders to City Council: Reopen vote on Wonderland
They want property referred to Planning Board, say it will help businesses OCEAN CITY — Ocean City Council took no action on the Wonderland Pier property during the meeting Oct. 9, but a contingent of business owners and business groups wish they had. The public comment session at the meeting lasted nearly two hours as […]
Jack Ciattarelli campaigns in South Jersey
Says he’ll be the most pro-business governor GALLOWAY TOWNSHIP — “Part of my reorganization of state government will include the re-establishment of a Department of Commerce to advocate for the business community,” Jack Ciattarelli said Oct. 7. “That Department of Commerce will work in partnership with chambers such as yours.” The Republican gubernatorial candidate was […]
Ocean City Council forms subcommittee to look at boardwalk
It will make recommendations to be sent on to the Planning Board OCEAN CITY — Ocean City Council President Terry Crowley Jr. announced the formation of an autonomous subcommittee to make recommendations on the future of the boardwalk — including the former Wonderland Pier site — and provide a report that would inevitably go to […]
Pink Hair fundraiser raises awareness of breast cancer
OCEAN CITY – One of the colors that arrives in the fall isn’t standard on changing leaves. It’s an especially vibrant neon pink that stands out on athletes’ socks, jerseys and T-shirts and is seen sprouting in oddly neat shocks on people’s heads. The pink explosion is in honor of October as Breast Cancer Awareness […]
Somers Point to mark nation’s 250th birthday; planning improvements at Broadway intersection
SOMERS POINT — The city is planning a grand celebration to mark the 250th birthday of the United States and the 140th anniversary of the city’s incorporation next Fourth of July. Councilman Kirk Gerety said Oct. 9 that the Recreation Board had discussed joining with the Somers Point Historical Society, city and others to hold […]
Unopposed in Upper Township, Nappen and Casaccio outline their priorities
PETERSBURG — Deputy Mayor Victor Nappen and Committeeman Tyler Casaccio have no opponents on the ballot for their seats on Township Committee. Nappen won his seat unopposed in 2022, taking over for John Coggins, who chose not to seek re-election. He was named deputy mayor in the beginning of 2025, when Curtis Corson was chosen […]
Somers Point tables ordinance limiting E-bikes around town
SOMERS POINT — City Council voted Oct. 9 to table an ordinance that would have prohibited the operation of E-bikes and other electric vehicles in parts of the city. Councilwoman Janice Johnston said she felt more research needed to be done before imposing the restrictions, which would ban the vehicles from the bike path and […]
Ocean City Councilman Polcini defends council colleagues; says he won’t run again
OCEAN CITY — At-large City Councilman Tony Polcini was anxious to speak at Thursday evening’s council meeting. As soon as he had the chance, he said a quick prayer then offered a heartfelt view about what transpired at the prior contentious meeting. He defended his colleagues over attacks made against them and later said he would […]
Former Footmarks Shoe Store designated an historic property
SOMERS POINT — Improvements may be coming soon for a longtime eyesore in one of the city’s prominent business districts. The Somers Point Historical Preservation Commission voted Oct. 8 to designate the site at 920 Shore Road a landmark property in the historic district. “That’ll open up some doors for the owners to hopefully make […]
Look, up in the sky – it’s ‘Superman’ on the big screen
Outdoor movie Saturday, health fair next week UPPER TOWNSHIP — Cape Assist and the Upper Township Department of Sports and Recreation have teamed up for Reels on Wheels, a free family-friendly outdoor movie night set for Oct. 18 at Amanda’s Field. “Pack some snacks and enjoy a fun evening under the stars with your loved […]