Plans in the works to convert Gillian's Wonderland Pier to a hotel
After closing its doors for good in October, the new owner of Gillian's Wonderland Pier has plans to build a new hotel called "Icona in Wonderland."
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After closing its doors for good in October, the new owner of Gillian's Wonderland Pier has plans to build a new hotel called "Icona in Wonderland."
There's now a reopening date for Playland’s Castaway Cove in Ocean City, New Jersey. In Jan. 2021, a 4-alarm fire damaged the park's arcade and offices. The park's owners posted pictures on Facebook of their progress and rebuilding. They said with renovations moving along so well, they expect to reopen in the spring.
Jane Davis, who lives a few houses down from where the fire happened, recorded the cell phone video showing the Ocean City firefighter's rescue.
Five people were displaced and one firefighter was rescued after crews battled a 2-alarm house fire in Ocean City, New Jersey.
The Friends of OCNJ History and Culture want to save Gillian's Wonderland Pier, and they need the community's help.
Gillian's Wonderland Pier, an Ocean City, New Jersey, institution for nearly a century, will close for good after this weekend.
It's been a beloved Ocean City, New Jersey, institution for 94 years, but Gillian's Wonderland Pier will close for good this weekend.
Families headed down the shore to Ocean City, New Jersey, for one last weekend of beach time before the end of summer vacation.
Families headed down the shore to Ocean City, New Jersey, for one last weekend of beach time before the end of summer vacation.
The unofficial end to summer is almost here, and families made sure to get to the beach to soak in as much sun as they can.
Roy Gillian opened Gillian's Wonderland Pier in 1965 and was mayor of Ocean City, New Jersey from 1986-1990.
The Ocean City boardwalk was busy Monday, and shopkeepers and workers hope the extra foot traffic boosts business.
Many families had their trips to the shore planned for months or even a year. So for those who took off work during this week of inclement weather, the timing was a bit disappointing.
A beloved amusement pier on the Ocean City boardwalk is closing in a few months after nearly 100 years of business.
The Ocean City Beach Patrol said about a dozen lifeguards saved nine people, including two children who were caught in a strong rip current at the 9th Street beach.
The crowds down the Jersey Shore are only going to get bigger ahead of Fourth of July. Many people are getting a jump start on the holiday later this week.
Crowds packed the boardwalk in Ocean City, New Jersey, days before the Fourth of July later this week.
Streets in Ocean City, Margate and Sea Isle, New Jersey, flooded after torrential rain early Sunday morning, and another round of potentially severe storms later in the evening could create more flooding.
The Cape May County Prosecutors Office said a juvenile suspect accused of stabbing a teenager in Ocean City, New Jersey, has been charged with attempted murder, aggravated assault and weapons violations.
Beachgoers talked about whether or not they still feel safe coming back to the Ocean City boardwalk in New Jersey after what officials described as a chaotic Memorial Day weekend.
Ocean City officials said at a press conference that more seasonal police officers are on the way, and 20 of them will be assigned to the boardwalk.
After a 15-year-old was stabbed in Ocean City and a state of emergency was issued in Wildwood over the weekend, New Jersey police union president Peter Andreyev said "more needs to be done to allow police to protect our communities."
Families and business owners told CBS News Philadelphia they've seen teens get out of control in Wildwood before, but nothing like the chaos that ensued over Memorial Day weekend. The city and police said a state of emergency was issued early Monday morning to "ensure public safety and maintain law and order" after being inundated with calls related large crowds of young people throughout the weekend.
Wildwood Police issued a state of emergency order and shut down the boardwalk overnight out of an abundance of caution due to "civil unrest." At 6 a.m. Monday, police lifted the order and reopened the boardwalk. Meanwhile in Ocean City, police are investigating after a teen was stabbed on that city's boardwalk Saturday night.
Police in Wildwood, New Jersey, have ended a state of emergency that temporarily restricted access to the entire boardwalk after responding to "numerous incidents of civil unrest."
Here's how to donate to the 15th annual Ronald McDonald House Charities Telethon, supporting RMHC houses in Philadelphia, Delaware and South Jersey.
The proceeds from the event benefit the Travis Manion Foundation, a national veteran's organization supporting military members and their families.
As runners count down to Sunday's big race at the Philadelphia Marathon, the cause is driving some people to run 26.2 miles.
Ryan Poehling scored the lone goal for the Flyers. Ivan Fedotov finished with 33 saves for Philadelphia.
Paul George exited Wednesday night's Philadelphia 76ers-Memphis Grizzlies game in the third quarter with a left knee hyperextension.
Here's how to donate to the 15th annual Ronald McDonald House Charities Telethon, supporting RMHC houses in Philadelphia, Delaware and South Jersey.
Winds pick up Wednesday night as a strengthening storm approaches the Delaware Valley from the west, which will kick off a huge change in our weather pattern.
The proceeds from the event benefit the Travis Manion Foundation, a national veteran's organization supporting military members and their families.
As runners count down to Sunday's big race at the Philadelphia Marathon, the cause is driving some people to run 26.2 miles.
Ryan Poehling scored the lone goal for the Flyers. Ivan Fedotov finished with 33 saves for Philadelphia.
Geno Auriemma became the winningest coach in NCAA college basketball history, earning his 1,217th victory as No. 2 UConn beat Fairleigh Dickinson 85-41 on Wednesday night.
The panel expressed concern about traffic causing issues for people getting to Jefferson Hospital, which would be near the Sixers' new arena.
Murals now on display in Center City Philadelphia are helping bring healing to families who have lost loved ones to violence.
Questions remain about how a middle school student was able to bring a kitchen knife into school and stab two educators.
Pennsylvania's high court says Philadelphia can't impose stricter firearms regulations than are authorized under state law.
The rainfall expected to hit South Jersey is a welcome relief as wildfires rage and water storage levels drop.
A 13-year-old born with arthrogryposis is receiving treatment at the Ronald McDonald House Southern New Jersey in Camden.
A second teenager was charged with arson for their role in sparking a wildfire in Evesham, New Jersey, that burned 52 acres.
The New Jersey Department of Health says it found multiple violations at Medford Care Center. The owner disputes those allegations.
Denise Hall, 65, of Gloucester Township, will run her 100th half marathon this Saturday as part of the Philadelphia Marathon Weekend
Sahori Arteaga and her family spent 10 months at the Ronald McDonald House of Delaware after flying 3,000 miles from Honduras to Wilmington for a kidney transplant.
It was a full circle moment when a Chester County mother brought her son to visit the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Greater Delaware for the first time.
For the Schiro family from Nevada, the Ronald McDonald House Charities of Greater Delaware — "Donald's House" — is a second home.
While we don't have anything solid in the forecast, as of late November, meteorologists can look at trends and historical dates.
We have a good chance to see some rain in the Philadelphia region Wednesday and Thursday.
As runners count down to Sunday's big race at the Philadelphia Marathon, the cause is driving some people to run 26.2 miles.
A high school in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, has a reported whooping cough case.
The new report shows the lung cancer survival rate has improved 26% in the last five years.
Skin care products are popular on TikTok, but some of them can damage skin, experts say.
Meet Hassan Paige, a man from Bucks County, who is one of the finalists of the "2024 Ultimate Men's Health Guy."
The Philadelphia City Council is scheduled to hear public comment Tuesday afternoon on the proposed Sixers arena near the city's Chinatown neighborhood.
The Eagles running back is looking to get into sports consulting and talent management, the application shows.
Six Flags announced it shut down the Kingda Ka and Green Lantern roller coasters to make way for two new rides including The Flash coaster.
Xfinity Live!, the popular bar and entertainment venue at the South Philadelphia Sports Complex, is getting a multi-million dollar makeover.
The Hershey Company recently announced the acquisition of the sour candy brand, Sour Strips.
On Wednesday, SEPTA agree to tentative deals with two unions to avert a strike in Philadelphia and its suburbs.
A crash shut down Route 309 northbound near Fort Washington and Upper Dublin Township for several hours on Wednesday morning.
Three unions representing SEPTA and city workers could go all on strike at the same time.
Some members of Philadelphia City Council want federal funds from the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law to save SEPTA, which is facing a fiscal cliff.
A driver had to be extricated after his truck and a school bus crashed in Lower Moreland. At least one student had minor injuries.
The proceeds from the event benefit the Travis Manion Foundation, a national veteran's organization supporting military members and their families.
Ryan Poehling scored the lone goal for the Flyers. Ivan Fedotov finished with 33 saves for Philadelphia.
Paul George exited Wednesday night's Philadelphia 76ers-Memphis Grizzlies game in the third quarter with a left knee hyperextension.
Geno Auriemma became the winningest coach in NCAA college basketball history, earning his 1,217th victory as No. 2 UConn beat Fairleigh Dickinson 85-41 on Wednesday night.
Zack Wheeler finished second in voting for the NL Cy Young Award, which was won by Chris Sale of the Braves on Wednesday night.
The 74-year-old comedian was badly injured.
It's showtime, Philadelphia! TKTS Ticket Booth Service is coming to the City of Brotherly Love -- your ticket to last-minute entertainment.
The leader of a New York City church where pop star Sabrina Carpenter filmed scenes for a music video has been stripped of his duties.
Paul Teal's fiancée and fellow "One Tree Hill" actors shared tribute posts memorializing him.
The stars of Ridley Scott's "Gladiator II" discuss the film's legacy and stepping back into the world of ancient Rome.
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Middle school students in Philadelphia got the opportunity to do hands-on learning during the school district's five-day career and technical camp.
With her Girl Talk mentoring program, one Philadelphia teen turned her camp days into a safe space to discuss social issues young girls face every day.
Recent high school graduate Sylvain Farrell says his temporary position at a local clinic is the pathway to a full-time career.
A Philadelphia student won an award from NFL Films for his documentary on bringing back sports teams at his Kensington school.
A group of East Norriton eighth graders took what started as an Earth Day project and made a whole initiative.
SEPTA and two unions representing its workers have reached a tentative labor agreement that, if ratified, would avert a strike in Philadelphia and its suburbs.
Lane Johnson, Jordan Mailata and Brandon Graham were at Chickie's and Pete's in South Philly to raise for veterans as a part of the Salute to Service Initiative.
The tragic incident in West Oak Lane left a couple in their 70s and a suspected shooter dead, according to police.
The Philadelphia region is under a NEXT Weather Alert because of heavy rain and gusty winds moving in overnight. Chief Meteorologist Bill Kelly has the forecast, including when parts of the region could see some snow.
Ahead of Philadelphia Marathon Weekend, a runner who survived cancer is talking to the community about the importance of screenings and early detection.