The Wild Resort Breaks Ground: New Hotel to Transform Wildwood Boardwalk

Issue #479

October 08, 2025

In This Cape May Local Scoop Issue…

 📆 Cape May Events

☀️ Cape May Local Weather

🚧The Wild Resort Breaks Ground: New Hotel to Transform Wildwood Boardwalk

🎸 Mary Roth to Perform “Enchanting Appalachia” Concert October 9

🏃🏻‍♀️Rutgers Grad Rekindles Creative Passion and Earns Medal for Atlantic Cape

Cape May Local Scoop’s Events Are Sponsored By: Daisy Lane Boutique

👇 Here’s what’s going on in the Cape May Local Area👇  

 October 8

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The Wild Resort Breaks Ground: New Hotel to Transform Wildwood Boardwalk

Construction has officially begun on The Wild Resort, a six-story hotel replacing a deteriorated structure at 3000 Boardwalk in Wildwood. Once completed, The Wild Resort is expected to be a standout destination. Plans include six floors featuring a mix of standard rooms and suites—some with private balcony pools. The top floor will house a rooftop pool and restaurant expected to seat around 150 guests. At ground level, the hotel will integrate with a reimagined boardwalk-facing lobby and café, connecting directly with the corner Starbucks. After years of decay and delays, this marks a major step in revitalizing the Boardwalk. It’s part of a broader wave of redevelopment, including nearby infrastructure upgrades in North Wildwood.

 Mary Roth to Perform “Enchanting Appalachia” Concert October 9

 Folk singer Mary Roth will perform “Enchanting Appalachia” on Thursday, October 9, from 12:30–1:30 p.m. at the Sea Isle City Library. Using traditional instruments like the Appalachian Mountain Dulcimer and Bodhrán Drum, Roth will share classic Appalachian songs alongside a lecture and discussion on the region’s cultural history. A seasoned performer, Roth’s musical career spans from large festivals to intimate café stages, with her original work broadcast on radio stations across several states. She’s also shared her skills as an educator, having taught the popular non-credit course “How to Play the Appalachian Mountain Dulcimer” at Montgomery County Community College. Whether you're a folk music enthusiast, history buff, or simply curious, this event offers a free, enriching experience blending performance, culture, and community connection. Listeners can preview Roth’s music at ReverbNation.com/MaryRoth. Admission is free.

Rutgers Grad Rekindles Creative Passion and Earns Medal for Atlantic Cape

Alexandra Ramirez, a South Seaville resident and Rutgers graduate, returned to school at Atlantic Cape Community College to rekindle her passion for art and expand her career options. A former cross country and rowing athlete, Ramirez also joined Atlantic Cape’s women’s cross-country team and recently earned a bronze medal at the Brookdale Invitational. She’s now focused on combining her interests in communication, art, and sports into a future career in sports marketing or graphic design.

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Answer to the October 7th Trivia Question

Lucy the elephant in Margate had a sister in Cape May. What was her name?

A) Rodger the Elephant

B) Ellie

C) Light of Asia

D) Dumbo

Answer: C) Light of Asia

Lucy was built in 1881, Light of Asia was constructed in Cape May in 1884 but was torn down 15 years later..​

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