Jimmy Murray had three titles in mind for what would become an autobiographical look at his life and the founding of the Ronald McDonald House. There was his favorite, “It’s a McMiracle,’’ as well as “Great Things Start in Philadelphia” and “Life Is an Audible.’’

How far would you travel for the party of parties, the reunion of reunions?

Andrew “Andy” Sannino was born in Sea Isle City in a house on 42nd Street near Central Avenue on the day that World War I ended, Nov. 11, 1918.

Celebrate the Fourth of July in Sea Isle City with a jam-packed day of fun family activities.

Kick off the Fourth of July at Dealy Field with the Junior Olympics. Children ages 3 to 13 are invited to participate in throwing, running, and jumping events for a chance to go for the gold and take their places on the three-tiered podium. Don’t forget your cameras as well as bottled water, hats and sunscreen. More information: visitsicnj.com

Work continues on the Townsends Inlet Bridge and Cape May County officials recently announced a projected reopening date of July 30. Due to the favorable weather conditions in May and June, several necessary aspects of the project have been completed and have helped speed up the timeline for reopening, which originally had been targeted for Memorial Day weekend.

July 2019 Calendar

July brings pool parties, beach jams, barbecues and no-shower happy hours to the island. If you are lucky enough to have a house here, then you know that July also brings lots and lots of guests. Whether you are entertaining friends or family, you want to be prepared from every angle.