Wildwood

Wildwood Police detained a man at the Wildwood Transportation Center on Thursday in connection with a robbery from a local business. Travis Whitington, of Millville, was charged with robbery, hindering apprehension, and possession of hypodermic syringe. He was placed in the Cape May County Correctional Center on $150,000 bail.

Three adults and a juvenile were taken into custody in Wildwood. The Cape May County Prosecutor’s Office announced the arrest of Joel Candelaria-Reyes, (31) years old, Jesus Roman, (25) years old, Jonathan Soto, (26) years old and a (17) year old juvenile. As a result of the investigation, distribution amounts of crack …

A Wildwood man has been indicted on charges that he discharged a crossbow at another man at the Gilmore Motel in August.  A Cape May County grand jury indicted 31 year old Jonathan Moya on first degree attempted murder charges following the attack.  Moya allegedly shot Angel Serrano in the …

Two local men have been indicted on charges that they beat a man unconscious with a pool cue at a Wildwood bar.  Fred Crawley and Avery Stull, both of Middle township, were charged with first degree attempted murder charges and other offenses relating to an event at the Ship ‘N …

The New Jersey Supreme Court has reportedly decided not to entertain an appeal regarding the Cape May County Prosecutor’s Office official misconduct case against former Wildwood Mayor Gary DeMarzo.  The Wildwood Leader reports that the dismissal of the charges have been upheld thanks to the decision by the state’s highest …

Wildwood will once again attempt to get a bar on the beach.  The Wildwood Leader reports that the city is seeking proposals for a bar on the beach, and also proposals for beach concerts.  The city remains hopeful that funding from both proposals will help the city generate much needed …

On Saturday the Beth Judah Synagogue celebrated their 100th year of ministry in Wildwood. The congregation first met in 1914 and is currently the only active synagogue in Cape May County. A special service was held to mark the event at their location at Spencer and Pacific Avenues in Wildwood, …

A mural to honor Wildwood’s late, legendary impresario, Joe Stamile Jr. was unveiled over the Fabolous 50’s and beyond weekend. Thousands of music lovers watched as the blue cover was removed and the colorful wall made its debut. On hand to help unveil Wildwood’s newest piece of public art was the late …

The second Icon Wall Mural was unveiled on Friday in Wildwood, featuring Bill Haley & The Comets. The group was in town for a concert event during The Fabulous Fifties and Beyond Weekend, to mark the 60th anniversary of their song “Rock Around the Clock”. The two living members of the …

The Fabulous 50s weekend in the Wildwoods is underway.  The big weekend is a celebration of the heritage of the music in the Wildwoods during its heyday.  A big concert is planned for Saturday night inside the Wildwoods Convention Center, and tickets are available.  Also happening on Saturday is the …