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Stories by Donald Wittkowski
January 1, 2025
Thousands Celebrate New Year's Day With Chilly Plunge in Ocean City
The madcap event is a longtime holiday tradition for some participants.
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December 30, 2024
Ocean City’s Top Stories of 2024
2024 was anything but a "slow news" year in Ocean City.
December 29, 2024
All Seasons Marina Investing Millions to Become Premier Boating Facility
New docks, seawalls and fuel facility are among the improvements at the Marmora marina.
December 28, 2024
Restructuring Plan to Help Ocean City Oversee Major Projects in 2025
A new Department of Capital Programs, Project Management and Engineering is being created.
December 23, 2024
Sea Isle City "Tops Off" Community Center Project
The final steel beam is signed by city officials and residents and lifted to the top floor by a crane.
December 21, 2024
Is a “Carnival by the Sea” in Ocean City’s Future?
A community group presents ideas for “a dazzling and changing mix of attractions that come alive day and night."
December 20, 2024
Cape May County Takes Top Spot in U.S. for Luxury Vacation Homes
The county’s booming real estate prices reflect its growing popularity in the vacation home marketplace.
December 19, 2024
Ocean City Reconsiders Proposed Ban on Large Construction Dumpsters
City officials will now sit down with the construction industry to resolve their differences.
December 18, 2024
Van Drew Slams White House for “Brushing Off” Drone Sightings
He accuses a national security spokesman of standing before the American people “red-faced and sputtering excuses.”
December 16, 2024
Cape May County Ends Litigation Over Failed Wind Energy Project
The county alleged that the project would have caused devastating economic and environmental harm.
December 14, 2024
Former Republic Bank Building Hits the Market
The sale price has not yet been announced for the now-empty building.
December 13, 2024
Iranian Ship Ruled Out as Source of N.J. Drones, But Mystery Continues
Gov. Phil Murphy writes to President Biden for more federal help to identify the drones.
December 12, 2024
White House Disputes Van Drew's Drone Claims
The source of the drones remains a mystery, but Iran is not involved, federal authorities say.
December 11, 2024
Van Drew Wants Mysterious Drones Over N.J. Shot Down
He urges President Biden "to neutralize them as soon as possible."
December 9, 2024
Could Ocean City's Sixth Street Beach Become a "Massive Playground?"
Ideas are being kicked around for a new oceanfront summer attraction.
December 7, 2024
Ocean City to Ban Large Construction Dumpsters from the Streets
There will be a full ban on larger dumpsters, while smaller ones would be prohibited from parking overnight.
December 5, 2024
Council Kills Proposed Occupancy Tax on Ocean City Lodging
Hotel and motel officials warned that a new tax would discourage visitors from vacationing in the resort.
December 5, 2024
Mayor Promises City Will "Painstakingly" Review Proposed Boardwalk Hotel
“Don’t think this is a done deal," he says.
December 4, 2024
Debate Continues on Plans for Boardwalk Hotel at Wonderland Property
Supporters, though, say the project will help stimulate Ocean City's tourism market by attracting more vacationers.
December 3, 2024
Ocean City to Target Trailers, Dumpsters and Large Commercial Vehicles Clogging Parking Spots
A proposed ordinance is expected to open up hundreds of parking spaces across town for regular traffic.
December 3, 2024
Boardwalk Hotel Developer to Make Another Pitch for Project
Eustace Mita will make a public presentation at 5 p.m. Wednesday at the Ocean City Tabernacle.
November 30, 2024
Competing Plan Emerges for Former Wonderland Pier Site
Backers say their conceptual plan would help Ocean City to retain its family-friendly image.
November 29, 2024
Ocean City's Holiday Shopping Celebration Draws Thousands to the Downtown
Santa leads the entertainment with a flashy rooftop appearance at City Hall and by lighting the holiday tree.
November 26, 2024
Ocean City Celebrates Thanksgiving in Community Service
Clergy members remind the worshippers to also think of people in need during the holiday.
November 26, 2024
Proposed Luxury Hotel on Boardwalk Brings Mixed Reaction
One critic believes the hotel project would be a real-life version of "Monopoly."
November 23, 2024
"Earlier Than The Bird" Draws Holiday Shoppers to Downtown Ocean City
Traditionally, shoppers dress up in pajamas to add a playful twist to the annual event.
November 21, 2024
Ocean City Proposes Occupancy Tax for Lodging
City Council splits 4-3 after the ordinance was expanded to include hotels and motels.
November 20, 2024
No Deal: Wonderland Pier's Ferris Wheel and Carousel Are Not for Sale
They mistakenly appeared on a list of the amusement park's other rides that are being sold.
November 19, 2024
Funding Approval Slightly Delayed for Ocean City Housing Project
The N.J. Housing and Mortgage Finance Agency will vote in February on $9 million in grants and loans.
November 18, 2024
No Toll Hike Expected on Five Shore Bridges in 2025
For the time being, the toll will remain at $2.50.
November 16, 2024
Ocean City Group to Present Competing Plans for Reviving Wonderland Pier Site
The president of a preservation group widely criticizes a proposal to build a luxury hotel at Wonderland.
November 15, 2024
Fishing Pier Next to Ocean City-Longport Bridge Getting a Makeover
New railings, benches, trash receptacles and other improvements are coming.
November 13, 2024
Hotel Proposed in Place of Wonderland Pier; Iconic Amusement Rides Would be Saved
A luxury hotel proposed by developer Eustace Mita would feature 252 rooms overlooking the Boardwalk.
November 11, 2024
Ocean City Honors Military Members in Veterans Day Ceremony
Mayor Jay Gillian urges everyone to let veterans know how much they are appreciated in the community.
November 7, 2024
Ocean City to Buy Old Home for Office Space, Possibly Parking Later On
The three-story home is next door to City Hall.
November 6, 2024
Van Drew Re-elected in Win Against Salerno
The incumbent Republican congressman declared victory shortly after 9:30 p.m., calling it "a landslide."
November 4, 2024
Ocean City Wins Major State Grant for Affordable Housing Project
The money helps finance construction of five duplexes that include a total of 10 affordable housing units.
November 2, 2024
Sea Isle City's Community Center is Looking "Fabulous"
The imposing concrete foundation for the first floor is in place. Next comes the structural steel.
November 1, 2024
Ideas Vary Widely for Makeover of Ocean City Property
Mayor Jay Gillian says 170 suggestions have been received so far from the public.
October 31, 2024
Cape May County Steps Up Opposition to State's Proposed Flood-Control Rules
There are fears that the regulations will have the toughest impacts on Cape May County communities.
October 29, 2024
Ocean City Dredging Work Targets Sediment-Clogged Lagoons
The work is part of the city's ongoing efforts to keep waterways deep enough for boaters.
October 26, 2024
Dogs Take Over Ocean City Boardwalk for Howl-O-Ween Parade
More than 400 dogs strut down the boards while dressed in comical costumes.
October 24, 2024
Plans Advance for Construction of Police Substation on Ocean City Boardwalk
The $6.1 million project will overlook the Boardwalk at Eighth Street.
October 23, 2024
"Watch the Tram Car, Please" Lady Sues Wildwood for Compensation
Floss Stingel’s recording is used about 6,000 times a day during the summer on the Wildwood Boardwalk, her suit says.
October 20, 2024
Hundreds March in HERO Campaign Walk to Honor Victims of Drunken Driving
The walk promotes the John R. Elliott HERO Campaign's mission for safe and sober designated drivers.
October 19, 2024
Gillian Looks to Future of Wonderland Pier Site, Not the Past
He wants to move on and devote more attention to the now-closed amusement park's redevelopment.
October 18, 2024
N.J.'s Proposed Flood-Control Regulations Draw Fire
Critics warn of sweeping changes that could make it much more difficult to live at the shore.
October 17, 2024
Gillian Accuses State of Hurting Wonderland Pier
“One of the biggest issues we have in the amusement industry is this state is putting us out of business," …
October 15, 2024
Ocean City Breaks Ground for New Airport Terminal
The project will be partly funded by a $3 million donation from Berger Realty owner Leon Grisbaum.
October 13, 2024
Historic Wonderland Pier Closes on Ocean City Boardwalk
Fans of the amusement park took their final rides Sunday.
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