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A path down the full length of the Ocean City Boardwalk reopened this afternoon. Pedestrians, runners and bicyclists are no longer being detoured, and access to businesses is restored. The project to reconstruct the boardwalk between 10th Street and 12th Street is nearly complete, but work continues on the side closest to the ocean. Crews are still re-installing railings and lampposts, completing a new pavilion near 12th Street and doing finish work. Please use caution in this area until the project is fully complete...

Saturday, February 3, 2018 Howard Stainton Senior Center 1735 Simpson Ave. Ocean City 4:00-6:00 pm

James Toto, a longtime Somers Point resident, said in a statement he intends to run for New Jersey’s 2nd Congressional District. Toto will officially announce his candidacy on the “Hurley in the Morning” radio program on Feb. 1 at 7 a.m. with Harry Hurley, WPG Talk Radio 104.1 FM, 1450 AM. Toto will seek the Republican nomination to succeed congressman Frank LoBiondo...

In Ocean City, a town loaded with Eagles fans -- especially now, during this week before the Birds’ third ever Super Bowl appearance -- Keith Hartzell stands out. For openers, there is the building he owns in the heart of the Asbury Avenue business district. At street level, the property is the storefront of one of the 7th St. Surf Shop locations. But cast your eyes to the residence atop the store and you will see a large Eagles’ logo, along with those of the Phillies, Flyers, Sixers and Temple University, painted directly onto the masonry...

Birds of a Feather Celebrate Together ‘Night Before’ Super Bowl Bash Gear up to watch the Super Bowl with some pre-game festivities that will benefit the OCHS Girls and Boys Basketball Booster Club...

The Ocean City Historical Museum invites the community to its Annual Children’s Tea on Saturday, February 10, 2018 from 11:45pm to 2:00pm at the Museum. This year’s theme is “Teddy and the Bears.” This event is perfect for children 5-10 years old. Come learn about a proper Victorian Tea, do arts and crafts andmost of all enjoy an afternoon tea. Theodore Roosevelt, his daughter Annie anda whole bunch of teddy bears will be joining us this year. Bring a special bear with you and we’ll have a wonderful afternoon...

Ocean City School District is breaking barriers and opening up the conversation on transgender youth in the school system. On Wednesday, January 24th OCSD invited Dr. Alexandra Redcay, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a PhD in Social Work, to speak to the teachers about what it means to be transgender and what are the best practices to help children cope...

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Some affectionately call him by his nicknames, Len or Lenny. Others refer to him by his formal titles, mayor or freeholder. Since 1993, Leonard Desiderio has been mayor of Sea Isle City. In 2002, he joined the board of the Cape May County Freeholders. He wants to keep that distinction as a dual officeholder, announcing in an interview Saturday that he is seeking re-election as freeholder this year. His mayoral term in Sea Isle expires in 2019. As a dual officeholder, the 60-year-old Desiderio said he brings a unique perspective...

It might still be a full week until Super Bowl LII, bit to talk to people around Ocean City and Somers Point yesterday, the fans are more than ready. The first person we encountered at 10th Street and Ocean Avenue was Kathleen Wentz and her daughter Erika. That’s right, Wentz! “I tell everybody he’s my cousin,” said Kathleen, of Eagles injured starting quarterback Carson Wentz...