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Freeholder Hayes Recognized by Garden State Council of Boy Scouts of...

The Garden State Council of the Boy Scouts of America announced they will be recognizing Cape May County Freeholder E. Marie Hayes as one of the “Outstanding Women in South Jersey” at their 2018 Women of Achievement Awards Reception. The Achievement Awards Reception will be held at Auletto Caterers in Almonesson, New Jersey on October 16, 2018. Hayes is among six outstanding women being recognized for their public service and support of the Boy Scouts...

Ocean City Happenings: Chili Chowder Fest, Fire Department Open House

Ocean City restaurateurs will be cooking up their favorite recipes for the third annual Chili Chowder Fest 1 to 4 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 14, at the Ocean City Music Pier. The feast features a wide variety of chilis and chowders and is set up under the roof of the Music Pier loggia with great ocean views. A DJ and kids’ activities will add to the fun. The Ocean City Fire Department and IAFF Local 4032 will hold their annual Open House at the station at 550 Asbury Avenue from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Friday, Oct. 12. The event had originally been scheduled for Thursday, Oct. 11, but it was moved due to the weather forecast.

American Legion Salutes Ocean City Merchants, Citizens for Their Support

Ocean City’s Morvay-Miley American Legion Post 524 has been arranging free weeklong vacations for military personnel and their families in "America’s Greatest Family Resort" since 2013. The Rest and Relaxation Program pays tribute to service men and women for sacrifices made during their time in the military. Now, Post 524 is thanking local businesses and residents for their contributions to the program.

The Right Notes: Wine Tasting Benefit for National MS Society October...

The 2018 Right Notes will be bigger than ever before, featuring more than 100 top-scoring wines, food, and live music! The Right Notes is a wine tasting event and benefits the National MS Society and Bacharach Institute for Rehabilitation, supporting people living with multiple sclerosis in South Jersey. Please join us for unforgettable evening of wine and philanthropy to help create a world free of MS...

O.C. Pops Musicians to Perform in Benefit For Shelter Animals Oct....

A benefit by the Ocean City Pops will be held at 6:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 12, at the Ocean City Yacht Club. Proceeds will go to the Friends of the Ocean City Pops’ Ruggeri Society. Pet products such as food and cleaning supplies collected during the event will also benefit the Humane Society of Ocean City.

Sturdy Savings Hosts Mortgage Fair Oct. 13

Sturdy Savings Bank will host a Mortgage Fair on Saturday, Oct. 13, from 10 a.m. to noon at its Marmora and Rio Grande branch locations. Sturdy representatives encourage everyone who has been thinking about home ownership, but perhaps thought they might not qualify or be able to afford it, to attend.

Xanadu Comes to Music Pier This Weekend

The Ocean City Theatre Company’s 2018 professional Broadway Series continues this weekend with the musical adventure Xanadu. The hilarious show will run at the Ocean City Music Pier on Saturday at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday at 2 p.m. Described as “Heaven on Wheels” by The New York Times, Xanadu is based on the Universal Pictures’ cult classic movie of the same title, which starred Olivia Newton-John and Gene Kelly.

Mayor’s Update: Oct. 5

In his weekly message to the public, Mayor Jay Gillian focuses on the latest round of dredging projects being done on the island to clear out the shallow lagoons.

Ocean City Field Hockey Battles to Tie Against Haddonfield

The Ocean City High School field hockey team battled to a 1-1 tie with Haddonfield High School Friday evening in an aggressive back-and-forth overtime game. Jaclyn Charbonneau was the lone scorer for Ocean City, with her goal coming late in the first half. On Saturday, the Red Raiders return to action with a 1 p.m. home game at Carey Stadium against Oak Knoll, the 2017 Tournament of Champions winner.

North End Neighborhood Drainage Project Update

North End Neighborhood Drainage Project update for the week of Oct. 8-12: Feriozzi Concrete will continue work on Sixth Street between West Avenue and Bay Avenue, restoring curb gutter and sidewalks. They will begin work on Haven Avenue between Sixth Street and Seventh Street. Pipe crews will finish installing the main on Seventh Street, working from Bay Avenue to West Avenue. Once finished, they will begin work on Pleasure Avenue.