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Visitors Object to New Walking Mats at Gunnison Beach
Gunnison Beach visitors complained on July 28, 2026, that newly installed walking mats appear exclusionary, prompting the National Park Service to review the…
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Ocean Resort Restores Gaming Floors After Pipe Burst
Ocean Resort in Atlantic City has fully reopened its gaming floors after repairing damage from a burst pipe, with management and firefighters collaborating to…
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New Jersey Issues Tornado and Flood Warnings Amid Severe Storms
New Jersey weather officials issued tornado and flood warnings on July 28, 2026, as severe thunderstorms brought heavy rain to coastal and inland areas,…
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Cape May County Zoo Welcomes New Grant’s Zebra Foal
A Grant’s zebra foal was born at Cape May County Park & Zoo on July 17, 2026, the fourth offspring of zebra Lydia and sire Ziggy, expanding the zoo’s herd and…
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East Lynne Theater Presents Historic Church Story in September
The East Lynne Theater Company will host a September 2026 presentation in Cape May called “Allen AME: Our Stories, Our Space, Our Legacy,” focusing on the…
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Back Bay Redevelopment Moves Into New Phase
The City of Wildwood announced that its mixed‑use Back Bay redevelopment will proceed, with public meetings in August to gather community input on preserving…
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Wildwood Boardwalk Hours Lengthened for Summer 2026
Effective July 23, 2026, Wildwood’s boardwalk will operate daily from 9 a.m. to 11 p.m. to accommodate visitors and special events throughout the summer.
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Weekly Wildwood Music History Tour Begins Summer
The City of Wildwood began a weekly guided tour on July 23, 2026, to showcase historic music venues along the boardwalk and other sites throughout the summer.…
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Water Bank Project Starts Storm‑Water Upgrades in Wildwood
The City of Wildwood and New Jersey Water Bank began construction on July 23 to upgrade the town’s water and storm‑water systems, aiming to boost resilience…
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City Issues Boardwalk Safety Reminder After Recent Incident
The City of Wildwood released a safety reminder on July 23 urging vigilance on the boardwalk after a recent incident, outlining steps for residents and…
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Stockton University Names New Deans for Health Sciences and Business
Stockton University in Galloway Township appointed new deans for its Health Sciences and Business schools on July 27, 2026, to drive program expansion and…
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PNC Bank Arts Center Unveils 2026 Summer Concert Schedule
The PNC Bank Arts Center in Holmdel, NJ, announced its 2026 summer concert lineup, featuring major artists and aiming to attract regional audiences for live…
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Emergency Power Orders Issued Across 17 States Amid Heat Wave
State emergency management agencies in seventeen states, including New Jersey, issued emergency power orders on July 27, 2026, to prevent blackouts during a…
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Female Zebra Foal Born at Cape May County Zoo
A female Grant’s zebra foal was born on July 17, 2026, at Cape May County Park & Zoo, joining mother Lydia and stallion Ziggy and expanding the zoo’s…
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Sunny Skies and Calm Waves Expected at Wildwood Today
The New Jersey weather service predicts sunny skies and calm waves for Wildwood on July 27, 2026, offering a favorable environment for beachgoers and boardwalk…
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Essential Beach‑Bag Checklist for a Perfect Day on the Shore
NJ.com’s editorial team published a concise beach‑bag checklist on July 26, 2026, to help Wildwood and other Jersey Shore visitors pack essential items for a…
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Ocean City Night in Venice Parade Winners Announced
Winners of Ocean City’s Night in Venice parade were announced on July 25, with awards to be collected at City Hall starting 1 p.m. on July 26, recognizing the…
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Live Cam Offers 24/7 View of Lucy the Elephant
Margate officials launched a 24/7 live stream of Lucy the Elephant on July 26, 2026, highlighting the 145‑year‑old landmark’s history and its recent…
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Zebra foal born at Cape May County Zoo
A female Grant’s zebra foal was born at Cape May County Park & Zoo on July 17, 2026, marking the fourth offspring of mother Lydia and adding to the zoo’s…
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Sunny Skies and Gentle Surf Expected on Wildwood Beaches Sunday
NJ 101.5 forecasts sunny skies, warm temperatures and gentle surf for Wildwood and other Jersey Shore beaches on Sunday, July 26, 2026, helping the public plan…
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Electric Volvo Trams Join Wildwoods Boardwalk Fleet
Wildwoods boardwalk management added electric Volvo trams to its fleet on May 8, 2026, aiming to modernize the historic ride and cut emissions as part of a…
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WWII Half‑Track Joins NAS Wildwood Aviation Museum
The NAS Wildwood Aviation Museum received a loan of an 80‑year‑old M16A1 half‑track with four .50‑caliber machine guns, adding the vehicle to its World War II…
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Tornado Touchdown Confirmed Near Lincoln Avenue, Cape May Point
The National Weather Service confirmed a tornado touchdown near Lincoln Avenue in Cape May Point on July 23, 2026, issuing a safety notice for nearby residents…
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Drone Light Shows Light Up Jersey Shore Boardwalks
Synchronized drone light displays are lighting up the Ocean City and Atlantic City boardwalks this summer, providing a quieter festive alternative to fireworks…