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Wednesday, August 31

Drainage Project for Flood-Prone O.C. Neighborhood to Start in December

It is an area of Ocean City where even a small amount of rainfall can leave roadways flooded. In major …

Tuesday, August 30

Ocean City Pops Pays Tribute to John Williams on Sunday

A great Ocean City Pops show is on tap for Sunday with the orchestra paying tribute to the music of …

Monday, August 29

Playland’s Castaway Cove Offers Unlimited Rides Benefitting Humane Society of Ocean City for $15

Thrill-seekers and family fun riders alike, take note: Playland’s Castaway Cove amusements will offer three hours of unlimited rides on …

New pickleball courts in Ocean City proposed at 18th Street

It is played with paddles and a small ball, but it's not ping-pong. A net is used, but it's not …

Sunday, August 28

OCPD Weekly Activity Report August 21-27

A summary of the weeks calls for service...

Saturday, August 27

Ocean City Gets The Led Out In A Pair of Consecutive Shows At Its Music Pier

It’s no secret that almost anyone who grew up on classic rock and roll loves Led Zeppelin. At some point, …

Friday, August 26

OCHS Girls Tennis Team is Holding a Car Wash at the Intermediate School 8-27 @ 9a

Get a clean car and help the Ocean City High School girls’ tennis team get a clean start on the …

Mayor's Update 8-26

Dear Friends, On Tuesday, Bike OCNJ held its annual public forum on bicycling in Ocean City. The private nonprofit group …

Ocean City Realtor Reaffirms Plans for New Office Building on Ninth Street Corridor

The developer of a proposed multimillion-dollar real estate office on the site of a blighted and abandoned former gasoline station …

Thursday, August 25

Boyle, Nancy B. of Tuckahoe, NJ

Boyle, Nancy B., of Tuckahoe, passed away on August 22, 2016, at the age of 71.

Hankins, Ned S., Jr. of Naples, FL

Hankins, Ned S., Jr. (87) of Naples, FL passed away on Saturday, August 20, 2016 at Shore Medical Center in …

Whittaker, Eleanore "Elly" 68 of Ocean City

Eleanore "Elly" Whittaker-68, of Ocean City, NJ passed on to a better place, at home, with her devoted husband of …

Rolls, Walter B., Sr.

Rolls, Walter B., Sr. 65 of Towsen, MD passed away on Saturday, August 20, 2016 at AtlantiCare Medical Center in …

Wednesday, August 24

City Council Schedules Vote on Condemnation Plan for Blighted Properties

Ocean City would give itself the option of condemning three blighted former gasoline stations that mar the main gateway into …

Bike OCNJ Continues to Look for Ways to Make Ocean City Even More Bike-Friendly

Last night, Bike OCNJ's 9th Annual Public Forum served as a bit of a celebration of all that Ocean City …

Tropics Watch: Disturbance Struggles But Still A Threat In The Gulf Of Mexico

We have entered the peak of hurricane season and its getting quite busy. So far this season we have had …

Early Reviews Enthusiastic for Synthetic Turf Field at Carey Stadium

Ocean City has re-defined the term “home turf.” The new and much-anticipated synthetic turf playing surface is now in use …

Tuesday, August 23

Public Bike Meeting Tonight 6:00-7:00 at the Senior Center

Come learn about new biking amenities in town. Share your views & opinions...

County to Spray for Mosquito Control on Tuesday and Wednesday

Weather permitting; the Cape May County Department of Mosquito Control will be treating areas of Cape May County as part …

Monday, August 22

Results of Youth Surfing Contest Series in Ocean City

Attached are the OCSA Summer Surf Series Results...

End-of-Summer Track Meet Open to Students K-8

The Ocean City Recreation Department and the Ocean City Track Club will sponsor an End-of-Summer Track Meet at 5 p.m. …

Sunday, August 21

Northwestern U. Soccer Coach Tim Lenahan Enjoys Team Bonding in Ocean City

Judging by previous visits to Ocean City, we can expect some big things this year from the Northwestern University mens’ …

OCPD Weekly Activity Report August 14 - 20

Summary for the week of August 14 - 20 - Calls for Service: 1123 Daily Average: 160

Saturday, August 20

HOW TO KEEP THE FAMILY SHORE HOUSE IN THE FAMILY

It’s a question that plagues nearly all homeowners – what is the best way to pass your estate to your …

Ocean City Dredging Projects to get Underway in September 

 Ocean City dredging projects to get underway in September

Charlotte Erickson Crowned Little Miss Ocean City 2017

Charlotte Erickson is crowned Little Miss Ocean City 2017 on Friday night at the Music Pier...

Friday, August 19

Mayor's Update 8-19

This afternoon, the Ocean City High School football squad became the first team to use the new artificial turf field …

Checking-in Like This, is a Life Saver

It’s not every day that vacationers can party while checking in to their vacation home for the week. In fact, …

Ocean City Police Camp Teaches Kids the Basics of Law Enforcement

All of you bad guys out there, beware. Alexia Schmidt, Andy Pincin and Giovanna Barbato are coming for you. Not …

Thursday, August 18

The Last Bath House: Day-Tripper’s Oasis Keeps Tradition Alive

They came. They saw. They showered. To Ocean City residents and visitors who stay in a house or a room, …

Wednesday, August 17

Much Needed Rain, Storms Moving In Tonight

Storms on the way this evening....

Power Outages in Ocean City - Nearly 4,400 Customers May Be Down

At least 3 sections of town have reported power outages, including City Hall.

Does Your Air Conditioning Smell When You Turn It On?

A Message From Broadley's

A Wonderful Start to Wednesday

Weather and Beach Report for August 17, 2016.

Tuesday, August 16

Do you know what the Ocean City Community Association is?

It is a COMMUNITY ASSOCIATION. The definitions of community are: a feeling of fellowship with others, as a result of …

List of Beaches Protected by Ocean City Beach Patrol Starting Aug. 22

The Department of Fire and Rescue Services announces that the Ocean City Beach Patrol will no longer guard the following …

Citizen Cope Plays an Intimate Show in OC

Citizen Cope brings his best for his trip to Ocean City....

3 Pre-Teen Ocean City Skateboarders get Sponsorships Deals

OK, so they’re not exactly professional skateboarders. Not yet, anyway. But 10-year-old Sophie Whelan, and brothers Constantine, 11, and Charlie …

Monday, August 15

High Tea

Forum on Bicycling in Ocean City Set for Tuesday, August 23

The public is invited to a forum on bicycling in Ocean City 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Tuesday, Aug. 23, …

Patterson and his Band, Gordon, Rock Out at the Hughes PAC

It was all about the quality, not the quantity. And by any measure, it was a quality show. With minimal …

Sunday, August 14

2nd Annual Seaspray Regatta a Big Success; Buck, Weithenauer Take Championship

Under sweltering conditions mitigated somewhat by a constant breeze, the 2nd annual Sea Spray Catamaran Regatta took place Saturday, August …

Personal Water Craft Accident in the Bay Sends 4 to the Hospital

At approximately 12:54 hours on Sunday, August 14th, 2016, Ocean City Fire Department was dispatched to a personal-water-craft accident in …

Jet Ski Accident Near 34th St in Ocean City

Breaking News.....

Sunday Sunrise....

The Sunday August 14th, Ocean City, NJ Beach and Weather Report

McKayla Perry crowned Miss Ocean City 2017

The theme of the Miss Ocean City Pageant this year was "Dreams Come True." McKayla Perry is living proof that …

Saturday, August 13

Rough Night for Ocean City at the South Jersey Lifeguard Championships

All 15 of South Jersey's Beach Patrols participated in this years South Jersey Lifeguard Championships in Avalon, NJ. The temperature …

Friday, August 12

Mayor's Update 8-12

City Council on Thursday approved the first reading of an ordinance that authorizes the city to pursue four properties at …

Sweltering Heat and Humidity For The Weekend

This weekend is shaping up to be extremely hot.....

Patterson Right at Home in OC in Advance of August 13 Concert

OCNJDaily's Mike DeVlieger (right) interviews Scott Patterson prior to Patterson's concert with his band, Gordon, at the Bill and Nancy …

Ocean City Council Introduces Ordinance to Possibly Acquire and Clean Up Blighted Sites

City Council took the first step Thursday toward possibly acquiring -- either by buying or condemning them -- two blighted …

Thursday, August 11

Store Owner Who Chased Robbery Suspect With Bat: “I’m Not So Sure That I’m Brave”

You don’t mess around with “The Sheik.” A suspect in an attempted robbery found that out the hard way recently, …

Ocean City Council Targets Blighted Properties for Possible Acquisition

Ocean City appears to want the option to acquire, by purchase or condemnation, two more abandoned former gasoline stations as …

Wednesday, August 10

Ocean City Music Pier Provides a Warm Welcome to The Machine

Pink Floyd is one of the most beloved rock bands of all time, whose uniquely intricate music is best experienced …

Miss Ocean City Pageant Parade Tonight on Boardwalk and Downtown

The annual Miss Ocean City Pageant Parade will take place tonight (Wednesday, Aug. 10). The parade route starts on downtown …

Today's Beach Report

A Wonderful Wednesday in Ocean City, NJ, Water temperatures around 73-77 degrees. Wave heights of 1-2 feet, Humid, Sun & …

Kookie Kids at the Ocean City Farmers Market on Wednesdays from 8:00am to 1:00pm

Kookie Kids is a not-for-profit charitable mission founded and run by the students of St. Peter’s United Methodist Church. Each …

Rowing Olympian and 3-Time World Champion Mike Wherley Coming to OC Library

National Rowing Hall of Famer Mike Wherley is coming to the Ocean City Free Public Library to talk about his …

Tuesday, August 9

Looks Like a Great Beach Day...

Good Morning, Pic taken Atlantic 615am Welcome Tuesday in Ocean City, NJ, Water temperatures around 73-77 degrees. Wave heights of …

Disney's THE LITTLE MERMAID in Ocean City for Three Nights Only

Take a trip under the sea with Disney’s “The Little Mermaid.” This fun-filled, timeless tale makes its Greater Ocean City …

Monday, August 8

Quaker City Regatta - Ocean City Masters Results

On Saturday, August 6th, Ocean City Masters sent three boats to compete at the Quaker City Regatta on the Schuylkill …

Ocean City Boy Scout Troop 32 is Holding a Breakfast Fundraiser at the Island Grill on 8/14 @ 8a-12p

Ocean City Boy Scout Troop 32 is holding a breakfast fundraiser on Sunday August 14th 8 am to 12 pm …

Pamper Scamper Attracts Leading Infant Athletes

Ocean City’s 6th Street Beach will be awash with determined infant athletes and frantic parents during the popular annual Pamper …

THE MACY'S PARADE MEETS OCEAN CITY - VOLUNTEERS NEEDED

Volunteers needed for Ocean City's helium balloon team. Have fun guiding a giant Martin Z. Mollusk above the 107th annual …

Weekly Activity Report July 31 - August 6

Calls for Service: 1350 Daily Average: 193

Sunday, August 7

Historical Museum Welcomes Marian Talese

The Ocean City Historical Museum continues its Summer Lecture Series this Thursday, August 11, with Marian Talese. Marian Talese is …

Saturday, August 6

2nd Annual Catch Surf Rodeo on August 12 to Benefit Rylee Crowley

Once again, Ocean City’s surfing community plans to display its big heart on August 12, with the 2nd Annual Catch …

The OC Jr. Raiders Football Need More Players for K-6th Grade Teams

The Ocean City Junior Raiders Football Teams Need More K- 6th Grade Players for the 2016 Season....

71st annual Margate Memorial Lifeguard Races - Results & Video

Click to see all the race results and a video of the event...

Friday, August 5

Mayor's Update August 5th

Ocean City learned last week that our community has achieved Class 5 in the National Flood Insurance Program’s Community Rating …

Contamination Found at Old Exxon Gas Station in Ocean City

Groundwater and soil contamination have been detected at an abandoned former gas station that has been an eyesore along Ocean …

Thursday, August 4

Tickets on Sale for Aug. 13 Show Featuring Scott Patterson and His Band, Gordon

Tickets are on sale now for an Aug. 13 performance by Scott Patterson and his blues-rock band, Gordon, at the …

Beauty or beast? Ocean City crowns Miss Crustacean in wacky pageant

No one knew for sure if tears of joy were streaming down her crusty cheeks. It wasn't clear if she …

Wednesday, August 3

Sign-up Today for the US Open Bus Trip on August 31st

Sign-up Today for the US Open Bus Trip on August 31st

Bacon Brothers: A Family Affair at Ocean City Music Pier

Kevin Bacon is a world renowned superstar, pop culture phenomenon and subject of a popular parlor game for reasons that …

Tuesday, August 2

Summer Lecture Series : To Protect & Serve 8-4 @ 7pm

The Ocean City Historical Museum continues its Summer Lecture Series this Thursday, August 4, with Chief Chad Callahan. Chief Callahan …

Ocean City Beach Patrol Wins the Jack Donlon Memorial Race in Ship Bottom

Last night in Ship Bottom, the Ocean City Beach Patrol’s thirteen-man team won the Ship Bottom Lifeguard Invitational (Jack Donlon …

Annie’s Carousel Ice Cream: Scooping Out Tradition for 36 Years

The loyal customers of Annie’s Carousel Ice Cream will always be there. That’s probably because Annie’s is always there for …

Monday, August 1

OC Library to Partner With PBS, Celebrates Olympics With Screening of “The Boys of ‘36”

Just in time to celebrate the Summer Olympics, the Free Library of Ocean City has a special program lined up …