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Wildwood Police Prevent Fourth of July Boardwalk Takeover, Charge Pennsylvania Teen

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July 07, 2026

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 📆 Cape May Events

☀️ Cape May Local Weather

👮🏻‍♂️Wildwood Police Prevent Fourth of July Boardwalk Takeover, Charge Pennsylvania Teen

⚾ Ryan Howard Adds to Summer of Philly Sports Sightings in Cape May County

𓊝 Discover Nature's Spirals at Hands-On Cape May Point Arts Workshop

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Wildwood Police Prevent Fourth of July Boardwalk Takeover, Charge Pennsylvania Teen

Wildwood police say they prevented a planned Fourth of July "takeover" event on the city's boardwalk and charged a 19-year-old Pennsylvania man with promoting the gathering through social media. According to the Wildwood Police Department, New Jersey Transit Police alerted investigators on July 4 to online posts advertising an unsanctioned event targeting the boardwalk. Detectives, working alongside the New Jersey State Police Regional Operations Intelligence Center, spent several hours attempting to identify the organizer and have the posts removed, but were unsuccessful before the event was set to begin. Rather than wait for crowds to gather, law enforcement increased its presence throughout the boardwalk, deploying officers to areas expected to attract participants. As a precaution, several boardwalk businesses also removed outdoor merchandise and equipment to reduce the risk of damage. Throughout the afternoon and evening, officers monitored the boardwalk, dispersed small groups, and continued investigating the online promotion. Detectives eventually obtained a photograph of the suspected organizer and distributed it to officers assigned to patrol the area. At approximately 6:08 p.m. in the 2600 block of the boardwalk, members of the department's bicycle patrol located a man matching the description. Police identified him as Stephen Kerrin, 19, of Elkins Park, Pennsylvania. Kerrin was charged with disturbance at a public gathering under New Jersey law. He was processed on a summons complaint and released in accordance with New Jersey's bail reform procedures. The charge is an allegation, and he is presumed innocent unless proven guilty in court. Police officials credited the operation to close coordination among the Wildwood Police Department, NJ Transit Police, the New Jersey State Police, the Cape May County Sheriff's Department, and the Cape May County Prosecutor's Office. The department said the successful operation demonstrates how cooperation between multiple law enforcement agencies, combined with information shared by the public, can prevent disruptive gatherings before they escalate. Officials also reiterated that they intend to continue identifying and prosecuting those responsible for organizing unlawful events targeting the city.

 

Ryan Howard Adds to Summer of Philly Sports Sightings in Cape May County

Visitors at MudHen Brewing Company got an unexpected surprise over the Fourth of July weekend when former Philadelphia Phillies star Ryan Howard stopped by the popular Wildwood restaurant. The 2006 National League Most Valuable Player visited the brewery during one of the busiest weekends of the summer, taking time to pose for photos with staff and enjoy the laid-back atmosphere that has made MudHen a favorite dining destination in Cape May County. The brewery shared the visit on social media, saying Howard was friendly, approachable, and gracious with employees during his stop. Howard remains one of the most beloved players in Phillies history, helping lead Philadelphia to the 2008 World Series championship while earning three All-Star selections, the 2005 National League Rookie of the Year Award, and the 2006 National League MVP honor. His appearance comes as Philadelphia prepares to host Major League Baseball's All-Star festivities, bringing renewed excitement for Phillies fans across the region. Howard's visit adds him to the growing list of Philadelphia sports figures spotted throughout Cape May County this summer, giving both locals and vacationers another memorable Fourth of July weekend moment at the Jersey Shore.

Discover Nature's Spirals at Hands-On Cape May Point Arts Workshop

 Discover the beauty of nature's most recognizable pattern during a hands-on workshop at the Cape May Point Arts and Science Center on Saturday, July 12. Teaching artist Karen Fuchs will lead "Spiral Patterns in Nature" from 1 to 3 p.m., inviting teens and adults to explore the fascinating spiral form found throughout the natural world. From seashells and sunflowers to hurricanes, ocean waves, DNA, and the Fibonacci sequence, participants will examine how this timeless pattern connects art, science, and design. The interdisciplinary workshop combines observation, sketching, and creative projects designed to encourage curiosity and artistic exploration. Participants will sculpt organic clay forms, create colorful Fibonacci-inspired collages, and produce botanical prints using natural materials, including cabbage, cauliflower, celery, and fiddlehead ferns. Fuchs is an accomplished teaching artist and designer whose work centers on the forms and structures found in nature. With a background in textile design and interior architecture, she has led workshops and presentations at museums, botanical gardens, and educational institutions across the country. Her artistic practice includes printmaking, textiles, collage, sculpture, and drawing, and she is currently developing a creative field guide focused on patterns and art forms found in nature. The workshop is open to teens and adults interested in exploring the intersection of creativity, science, and the natural world.

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 Answer to the July 6th Trivia Question

Which Cape May building, constructed in 1816, is one of the oldest hotels still in operation in the United States?

A) The Chalfonte Hotel
B) Congress Hall
C) The Virginia Hotel
D) The Southern Mansion

Answer: B) Congress Hall​

Congress Hall was established in 1816 by founder Thomas H. Hughes, a prominent Cape May businessman.​

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