A routine fire inspection at an apartment building on Pacific Avenue in Wildwood turned out to be much more last Thursday. Police say large quantities of suspected narcotics were found by fire officials. Over $60,000 in cash was recovered, along with quantities of heroin and drug packaging materials. The investigation is ongoing; so far, no…
The Greater Wildwood Chamber of Commerce announced a new date for ticket sales for its very popular Fab 50’s weekend. The date is being moved from next Monday to July due to capacity restrictions that are still in effect by the State due to coronavirus. This year’s show will again be held in October and…
Wildwood Police have charged a local, unemployed man with a stabbing and attempted murder that took place last Thursday. City police announced that Dimael Lassalle-Sanchez has been charged in connection with the stabbing of another individual near Montgomery and Pacific avenues in the city. The weapon allegedly used in the stabbing was discarded into a…
The Morey Organization is putting money behind an effort to lure more seasonal workers. NJ.com reports that seasonal employees can make up to $15 an hour along with various perks, including riding the rides for free. The Morey Organization says it’s important to meet hiring needs this summer to provide guests with the level of…
A boat fire in Otten’s Harbor in Wildwood Saturday resulted in serious burn injuries to one individual. It happened around 10:30am when a 40 foot pleasure boat caught fire. Fire boats from other communities came in to assist with the fire call. Strong winds caused the boat to drift into two other boats during the…
All traffic lights will be turned on in Wildwood starting Friday. City police announced that traffic signals will revert to their full cycle on Friday, and motorists should exercise caution over the next few weeks to get used to the change.
Wildwood has a new municipal budget that increases the local purpose tax rate by 1.9 cents. The New Jersey Department of Community Affairs gave approval to Wildwood to adopt its budget, according to a press release. Nearly $1.4 million in spending was trimmed from the budget.
Wildwood city leaders will meet Wednesday at 5:00pm and are poised to adopt a new municipal budget in the city that includes a small tax increase. The Commission may also ask its Planning Board to review an investigative report that could provide a designation to Pacific Avenue as “an area in need of redevelopment”. Today’s…
A 29 year old Wildwood man was arrested at a city motel this week after he brandished a handgun and retreated into a room. Police say Christopher Vesper was in possession of the gun and during a search of the property, a pellet type handgun was found along with heroin and other illegal items. Vesper…
It’s going to be a dry summer at the Shamrock Beef and Ale on Pacific Avenue in Wildwood. The Press of Atlantic City reports that the bar is prohibited from selling alcohol this summer due to repeated violations of Covid-19 regulations established by the State. Two other businesses under the license, Castaway’s Pirate Bar and…