Wildwood Boardwalk Phase 6 Decking Complete, More Upgrades Ahead

Issue #267

February 23, 2025

In This Cape May Local Scoop Issue…

 📆 Cape May Events

☀️ Cape May Local Weather

‍ 🎡Wildwood Boardwalk Phase 6 Decking Complete, More Upgrades Ahead

 👮‍ Police Seek Stronger Laws to Prevent Summer Beach Town Chaos

 🌊 Surfboards, Stories, and Film: Ocean City Museum Honors Local Surfing Heritage

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Wildwood Boardwalk Phase 6 Decking Complete, More Upgrades Ahead

The decking portion of Phase 6 of the Wildwood Boardwalk reconstruction was completed on February 21, 2025. This phase covered the stretch from Spicer Avenue to Montgomery Avenue near the Wildwoods Convention Center. The $4.17 million project, funded by the New Jersey Boardwalk Preservation Fund, replaced aging timber sections, upgraded railings and lighting, removed old trolley slabs, and reinforced the concrete substructure. City officials announced the milestone and promised more updates as the boardwalk revitalization continues.

Police Seek Stronger Laws to Prevent Summer Beach Town Chaos

 New Jersey lawmakers are advancing two bills aimed at addressing unruly teen gatherings in beach towns. One bill introduces new criminal charges for inciting public brawls, while the other mandates police training for managing large crowds. The legislation responds to concerns from law enforcement, who say current laws don’t go far enough to hold organizers accountable. Police chiefs across the state have urged legislators to close what they describe as a legal loophole that limits their ability to hold organizers of these gatherings accountable. These events, often coordinated through social media, have led to chaotic situations in several towns, including Wildwood, Ocean City. Officials hope to pass the measures before summer to prevent future disruptions.

Surfboards, Stories, and Film: Ocean City Museum Honors Local Surfing Heritage

The Ocean City Historical Museum is adding a new surfing exhibit, set to open by summer, celebrating the town’s deep surf culture. The display will include vintage surfboards, oral histories from early local surfers, and digitized historic films. Ocean City’s surfing roots date back to 1912, but much of its history has been lost over time. Museum President John Loeper is working to preserve the town’s legacy, calling on the local surfing community to contribute artifacts.

Which Cape May beach is named after a famous philanthropist and offers a more secluded spot compared to other local beaches?

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Answer to the February 22nd Trivia Question

Which Cape May location is famous for its World War II-era watchtower, known as Fire Control Tower No. 23, used to spot enemy ships?

A) The Cove
B) Sunset Beach
C) Higbee Beach
D) Cape May Point State Park

Answer: B) Sunset Beach.

Fire Control Tower No. 23, located at Sunset Beach, was part of the coastal defense system during World War II. It was used to help coordinate artillery fire and spot enemy ships off the coast of Cape May. Today, it serves as a museum and memorial.

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