Days Gone By
Sea Isle City Swim Club? Absolutely! This is a very rare color aerial of the swim club from its opening summer. It was a project of Freda Development.
Beach Reads
Summer is flying by, and I find myself already wondering where the time went. We have now hit the part of the summer where it’s just too hot to do anything unless you are in the water.
A Raft of Memories: 51 Years later, Recalling the Search for a Young Girl Lost at Sea
ditor’s Note: You are about to read an amazing story of courage, persistence, and luck. This drama unfolded more than a half century ago. Despite the many years that have passed we were fortunate enough to find many of the people involved back in 1972.
She Shops at the Shore
Everyone knows Sea Isle City’s small-business community sparkles with a little bit of everything, but this August we’re celebrating our favorite retailers who cater to all the women and girls who call this city home.
Racing Season is Going Swimmingly
Sea Isle City got off to a strong start to the lifeguard racing season, while Upper Township has filled out its employment ranks and prepares for a popular charity event.
The Long Way Home: It Wasn’t Easy Being an OCHS Athlete from Sea Isle
Two years ago, I had the honor of sitting on the Ocean City High School football field as the district feted the school’s class of 2021. Also included were some old folks who had graduated 50 years earlier, the class of 1971.
Uncommon Sense: Fred Dunbar Retires from His Financial Planning Company at 68…Just as He Planned
Readers recognize Fred Dunbar as the lively voice behind this publication’s “Financially Speaking” column since the early 1990s. His clients know him as the knowledgeable force behind the financial planning company Common Cents Planning in Glen Mills, Pa.
‘Grateful to God That We’re Still Here’: Amid Sea Isle’s Changes, A Tiny Church Marks its 100th Year
This summer season marks the 100th year of Trinity Community Church’s petite presence at 85th Street and Landis Avenue in Sea Isle City. As always, the wee church lets its voice be heard with the peal of its church bell before services on Sunday mornings.
On a Roll: Quincy’s Lobster Empire is Riding Wave of Success
Imagine you’re biting into tender, sweet lobster claw and knuckle meat, and as the luscious warm butter drips over the hot toasted bun, you could almost swear you’re in the state of Maine savoring a scrumptious lobster roll.
Sea Isle Icers? Flyers’ Caravan Pays a Visit
The Flyers Community Caravan made a stop in Sea Isle City on July 20. Sea Isle was one of only seven stops the Flyers scheduled for this, the seventh year for the caravan.
Jason Kelce Puts the Fun in Fundraising: Celebrity Bartending Event at the Ocean Drive is a Huge Success
The beer-chugging contests began at 9am. The fundraising lasted all day long. And the Ocean Drive was THE place to be on Wednesday, June 28, when Eagles five-time All-Pro center Jason Kelce hosted his 3rd Annual Celebrity Bartending Event to benefit the Eagles Autism Foundation.
Must Haves: Beach Basics
Summer is in full swing, and that means hotter days and nights are coming our way. Between the ocean, the bay, and aqua parks, there are many ways to keep cool on the days when the temperature just keeps rising.
Events at a Glance
Kevin Dougherty turning into Iron Man with the help of the face painters at Free Family Fun Night.
Night On the Town
While the summer season might be starting to wind down, the bustling town and everything it has to offer is not! This look from Sunsations is the perfect outfit for a warm August night in Sea Isle for all the ladies who are looking for a stylish and classy dress for a fancy dinner, margaritas with the girls, or a date night.
Letter from the Publisher
Dear Readers:
The summer is at full strength and so are we with this issue of Sea Isle Times. We’re jam-packed with entertaining and relevant stories and features.
Times Talk
SEA ISLE PLACES SECOND IN ‘FAVORITE BEACHES’ POLL
The New Jersey Sea Grant Consortium conducts an annual poll in which the public votes for its favorite beach in the state, and in the coastal towns in Cape May, Atlantic, Ocean, and Monmouth counties.
Casual Chic
Warm August days are upon us and this outfit is the look you need to keep you feeling cool and looking chic. While the summer may be winding down, classy fashion never fades.
Smilestones
Look What the Stork Brought
Logan David Gousha was born March 14 to parents Alissa Valeriano and Dylan Gousha, of Marlton. At birth, Logan weighed 7 pounds, 11 ounces, and was 20½ inches long.
Outdoor Entertaining: Host a No-Shower Happy Hour!
Where does the time go? It’s hard to believe we are welcoming August already, and if you’ve been waiting for the right time to conquer some Summer 2023 entertaining, now is the time.