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Tornado Touches Down on Cape May Point Beach
A tornado touched down on Cape May Point beach on July 21, 2026, after a waterspout was captured on video, with a tornado warning already in effect as severe…
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Tropical Storm Bertha Nears New Jersey Coast, Landfall Expected Today
Tropical Storm Bertha is expected to make landfall on the New Jersey coast later today, prompting officials to advise residents to prepare for rain and wind as…
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Legends of Wrestling Night Scheduled for July 23 at Convention Center
ISPW Wrestling will host a Legends of Wrestling event on July 23, 2026, at the Wildwoods Convention Center, adding another entertainment option to the town’s…
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North Wildwood Launches Emergency Beach‑Erosion Repairs
North Wildwater officials started sand‑replenishment and dune‑stabilization on April 1, 2026, after a state of emergency was declared due to winter storm…
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Barefoot Country Music Fest Attracts Thousands to Wildwood Boardwalk
The Barefoot Country Music Fest drew thousands to Wildwood's boardwalk in June 2026, boosting tourism and the local economy while coinciding with the town's…
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Wildwood Marks America’s 250th Birthday with Community Events
Wildwood celebrated America’s 250th birthday on July 21, 2026 with fireworks, historical exhibits and boardwalk promotions, drawing residents and visitors to a…
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Back Bay Redevelopment Makes Progress, City Announces
The City of Wildwood announced progress on its mixed‑use Back Bay waterfront redevelopment on July 21, 2026, outlining steps toward revitalizing the eastern…
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Seahorse Farm Winery Opens on Historic Cape May Farm
Seahorse Farm Winery opened in June 2026 on a historic horse training farm in Cape May, becoming the area's first winery on such a site and adding a new local…
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Tornado Watch Issued for All 21 New Jersey Counties
The National Weather Service issued a tornado watch for all 21 New Jersey counties, including Wildwood, on July 21, 2026, warning of thunderstorms, hail and…
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Passerby Saves Family of Three from Strong Currents
On July 17, 2026, a passerby repeatedly entered the surf at Wildwoods coastline to rescue a family of three caught in strong currents, exemplifying community…
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NJ 101.5 Issues Tuesday Beach Weather and Surf Outlook
NJ 101.5 provided Tuesday's beach weather and surf forecast for New Jersey, including Wildwood, to help the public plan their coastal activities.
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Acme Store Sells $3 Million Mega Millions Winning Ticket
Acme on Delaware Avenue in North Wildwood sold a Mega Millions ticket on July 14, 2026 that won a $3 million prize, prompting excitement in the community as…
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Hundreds of Youth Teams Compete in Wildwoods Tournament
Hundreds of youth basketball teams from 14 states competed in a two‑day regional tournament in The Wildwoods on May 30‑31, 2026. The event provided competitive…
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Friday Night Fireworks Light Up Wildwood Boardwalk
Fireworks organized for a Friday night on June 26 illuminated Wildwood’s boardwalk, offering summer entertainment for residents and tourists as part of the…
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Island 3v3 Basketball Tournament Draws Local Teams
Local basketball teams competed in a three‑on‑three tournament in Wildwood on July 11‑12, 2026, providing a community‑focused recreation event for summer.
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Jus Nice Sneaker & Trading Card Convention Scheduled for July 25‑26
The Jus Nice Sneaker & Trading Card Convention will take place July 25‑26, 2026 at the Wildwoods Convention Center, offering collectors a two‑day showcase of…
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Legends of Wrestling Night Returns to Wildwoods Convention Center
Legends of Wrestling Night will return to the Wildwoods Convention Center on July 23, 2026, featuring a live wrestling showcase and meet‑and‑greet with…
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Ocean City Residents Oppose Proposed 125‑Foot Verizon Tower
Ocean City residents opposed a Verizon 125‑foot monopole at 3308 Bay Avenue on July 20, citing its proximity to homes, adding to the town's ongoing debate over…
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Boardwalk Authority Adds Electric Volvo Trams
The Wildwoods boardwalk authority announced on May 8, 2026 that electric Volvo trams will be added to the boardwalk’s fleet, preserving the iconic ride while…
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Wildwood Crest Beach Patrol Claims 57th Lifeguard Race Title
The Wildwood Crest Beach Patrol won the 57th annual Beschen‑Callahan Lifeguard Races in North Wildwood on July 17, 2026, highlighting their fitness and…
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Women’s Lifeguard Challenge Returns to Cape May Point
The 18th annual Cape May Point Women’s Lifeguard Challenge will be held on July 22 at St. Pete’s Beach, featuring regional lifeguard teams competing to display…
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Monday Beach Weather and Surf Forecast for Jersey Shore
NJ 101.5 released its Monday, July 20, 2026, beach weather and surf forecast for New Jersey’s shoreline, including Wildwood, to help residents and visitors…
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Island 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament Concludes July 11-12
The Island 3‑on‑3 basketball tournament concluded on July 11‑12, providing youth in the Wildwoods area with a two‑day competitive recreation event. Organized…
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Sneaker and Trading Card Expo Arrives July 25‑26 in Wildwoods
The Jus Nice is organizing a sneaker and trading‑card convention at the Wildwoods Convention Center on July 25‑26, 2026, providing a mid‑summer venue for…