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In recognition of Osteoporosis Awareness and Prevention month, Shore is hosting a free community breakfast to educate the public about osteoporosis prevention and awareness on Wednesday, May 9, from 10 am to noon. This event, which is part of Shore Physicians Group’s 2018 educational health series, “Be Well Connected,” will be held at Greate Bay Country Club, located at 901 Mays Landing Rd., Somers Point, NJ. Guests will enjoy a continental breakfast while hearing from Shore Physicians Group and Shore Medical Center experts, with time allotted for questions between each topic...

Ocean City’s hermit-crab mascot seeks his shadow in a local version of Groundhog Day at 11 a.m. Saturday, May 12, on the beach at Ninth Street. Martin Z. Mollusk has successfully predicted an early summer every year for more than four decades (sometimes, of course, with the creative use of flashlights by his handlers). Special guest for Martin Z. Mollusk Day will be former Philadelphia Eagles long-snapper Jon Dorenbos, who has impressed the world with his magic performances. Dorenbos may have a few tricks up his sleeve for all those who will be cheering for an early summer...

The Ocean City High School Crew Team had a great showing this weekend at the Philadelphia City Championship Regatta on the Schuylkill River. Overcast skies were present, but the rain held off, so the weather was not a significant factor in the outcome of the races. The competition attracted 78 teams from throughout the Philadelphia region. As usual, the Red Raiders were in the middle of the action, and represented well in the medal count, highlighted by a 1st place performance by the Girls Second 8...

Dear Friends, I know anybody who was trying to use the 34th Street Bridge yesterday was stuck in frustratingly long lines. But I’m happy to report that Cape May County’s two-year redecking project is finally complete. Both lanes of the bridge reopened today. Traffic will be flowing normally again and the bridge will be safe for Spring Block Party, for the summer and hopefully for years to come. I’d like to thank the county and its contractors for making this important repair to one of our main entrances...

If you are strolling Asbury Avenue at today’s Block Party, take some time to notice one of Ocean City’s hidden treasures. At the Northeast corner of 8th and Asbury stands what might be the town’s most historic building you’ve never heard of. Maybe you’ve noticed the iconic “Bourse” sign atop the building and wondered what it meant. Or perhaps you have browsed or shopped at Interiors by Joann, the retail tenant on the ground floor, and never looked up. Whatever is the case, there is no disputing Ocean City’s Bourse Building is an underappreciated historical and architectural gem....

The Ocean City Theatre Company is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with a deep connection in the Ocean City community and is committed to bringing quality theatre to the Jersey shore. Through the direction of the OCTC Board of Directors and the vision of the dedicated staff and volunteers; OCTC has grown into a leading arts organization. Now as the Company looks to their 11th Official Season they want to celebrate the official start with their fans and supporters at their annual summer kickoff party. The big event is scheduled for 7pm on Friday, May 11 at Starfish Café, 822 East 9th Street, Ocean City, NJ. This event serves as a wonderful way to give back, socialize with like-minded fans and advocate for OCTC. Guests must be 21 years of age or older...

If a picture is worth a thousand words, Mike Impagliazzo is probably sitting on millions. Impagliazzo, 60, is an Ocean City resident and creator of the website OCNJimages.com. The site is a treasure trove of current and historical images of America’s Greatest Family Resort. Recently, an OCNJDaily reporter was searching for images of the 1962 March Storm for an article. A Google search revealed...

The Greater Ocean City Theatre Company (OCTC) will hold auditions on Saturday, May 5th or Sunday, May 6th for Middle School and High School students interested in musical theatre. Auditions will be held at Ocean City Theatre Company, 1501 West Avenue, Ocean City, NJ 08226. Students entering 5th grade – graduating 12th grade as of 2018 will have the opportunity to audition for the summer Junior Company productions of Singin’ in the Rain Jr. and Legally Blonde The Musical! The OCTC Junior Company is for youth who have a deep passion for musical theatre...

Looking for a special way to thank Mom this year? Treat her to a specialty High Tea at the Flanders Hotel! Join us for entertainment and a classic three course afternoon tea. Enjoy a selection of tea sandwiches, savories, sweets and a freshly infused pot of tea...

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