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Fishing Pier Next to Ocean City-Longport Bridge Getting a Makeover

New railings, benches, trash receptacles and other improvements are coming.

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.

Van Drew Re-elected in Win Against Salerno

The incumbent Republican congressman declared victory shortly after 9:30 p.m., calling it "a landslide."

NJ’s proposed flood control rules draw ire of Downbeach, Cape May County officials

The DEP's new rule changes would add 5 feet to existing building height restrictions.

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.

Historic Wonderland Pier Closes on Ocean City Boardwalk

Fans of the amusement park took their final rides Sunday.

Ocean City pool reopens after 2-month renovation

Repairs to the indoor pool at the Aquatic & Fitness Center cost about $792,000.

Ocean City to Buy Two Parking Lots, Upgrade the Boardwalk

The parking lots are next to each other in the downtown shopping district.

Ocean City Reaffirms Opposition to Alcohol Sales

City Council says it has no intention of changing the local laws banning alcohol sales.

Last Day Announced for Wonderland Pier on Ocean City Boardwalk

After a nearly 60-year run, the amusement park's final day will be Sunday, Oct. 13.

Sea Isle Pushes for Expansion of Exit 17 on Garden State Parkway

The hope is to convert the exit from its limited two-way configuration into a four-way interchange capable of handling heavy …

Ocean City-Longport bridge converting to cashless system in 2025

Cash and coins will no longer be accepted at the Ocean City-Longport Bridge as payment when the system is in …

Ocean City to buy two parking lots downtown for $3.3 million

Combined, the two lots will provide 44 parking spaces.

Former Ocean City Mayor Roy Gillian Dies at 94

He founded the landmark Gillian's Wonderland Pier on the Boardwalk

Mechanical Failure Shuts Down Jersey Shore Bridge

Cape May County is warning that the Middle Thorofare Bridge may remain closed for a long time

Legendary Wonderland Pier to close on Ocean City Boardwalk

It has been a Boardwalk attraction for 94 years

Salerno leads in close Democratic primary

With 95 percent of the votes counted, Salerno had 12,637 votes to 12,236 for Alexander. Carolyn Rush, another Democratic candidate, …