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Saturday, September 30

A Day of Friendship, Mentoring and Teambuilding for Ocean City's Freshmen

Looking somewhat bewildered, dozens of freshmen at Ocean City High School walked outside Friday and were greeted by a raucous …

Friday, September 29

Mayor's Update: September 29

Dear Friends, City team members participated in a pre-construction meeting this week to go over plans for an $11.5 million …

Ocean City Looks to Buy Bayfront Building to Help Revitalize Boat Ramp Area

On Thursday evening, Ocean City’s public boat ramp overlooking the picturesque back bays at the end of Tennessee Avenue was …

Thursday, September 28

Breaking News: Van Driver Turns Himself In To Ocean City Police

The Ocean City Police Department has made an arrest in the Road Rage incident reported on September 23, 2017 at …

Dredging Agreements, Land Deals Top City Council's Agenda

City Council appears to be ready to play “Let’s Make a Deal” at its meeting Thursday. The agenda includes agreements …

Tuesday, September 26

Ocean City Beachgoers Wary of Strong Surf Stirred up by Hurricane

Hurricane Maria was swirling hundreds of miles away off the coast of North Carolina, but Hannah and Elijah McCready felt …

Two Pharmaceutical Employees Admit Health Care Fraud Conspiracy Targeting State Health Benefits Programs

Two Burlington County, New Jersey, men today admitted defrauding New Jersey state health benefits programs and other insurers by submitting …

Monday, September 25

VFW Fall Golf Event Wednesday Sept 27 at Greate Bay Country Club

Ocean City VFW Post 6650's Fall Golf Event is at Greate Bay Country Club this Wednesday, September 27, 2017. Come …

Ocean City Police Department Would like Your Help in Finding a Suspect

On September 23, 2017, at approximately 7:20pm, an aggravated assault occurred in the 900 block Haven Avenue. The Victims stated …

Sunday, September 24

Nearly 1,800 Runners Turn Out For Races in Ocean City

Steve Hallman was completely alone as he approached the finish line Sunday morning in the Ocean City Half Marathon. So …

OCPD Weekly Activity Report September 17-23

Calls for Service: 618 & Daily Average: 88

Cyclists Receive Warm Ocean City Welcome in MS Ride

Thousands of bicyclists crossing the finish line Saturday in the MS City to Shore Ride were greeted by a woman …

Bob Barr Hosts Lively 4th Ward Meeting

Councilman Bob Barr hosted a 4th Ward meeting on Saturday. He was joined by Councilman Keith Hartzell and Council President …

Saturday, September 23

Ocean City’s James Rice Enjoys Success Living in the Moment

More than most people, James Rice appreciates the power of “now.” The Ocean City High school senior defensive lineman had …

Friday, September 22

Mayor's Update: September 22

We were fortunate that Hurricane Jose passed by Ocean City without coming too close, and the long-range forecasts predict the …

Detours During the MS: City to Shore Ride on Saturday

The route for the Bike MS: City to Shore Ride on Saturday (Sept. 23) will move to the Route 52 …

Local Surfers React to Ocean City’s Selection as #4 Best Surf Town in America by Surfer.com

Our secret is out. Ocean City, long known in the surfing community as a great sur town, recently received some …

Thursday, September 21

Barbara Teresa (Gimbel) Doughten

Barbara Teresa (Gimbel) Doughten, age 82, of Ocean City, NJ

The Winners of the Herotini Challenge Competition are...

Here are the results of our HEROtini Challenge competition, which garnered 370,000 online votes over the summer. More than 200 …

Wednesday, September 20

Knights of Columbus #6277 Fundraiser at PassionVines 9/23 2:00pm

Join the Knights of Columbus All Saints Council for an afternoon of whisky, bourbon and charcuterie. We will be welcoming …

Jose Meanders Offshore, Maria Next?

Jose will continue to spin well off NJ coast which will keep battering the beaches through the weekend. Moderate tidal …

Ocean City Housing Authority Struggles With Board Vacancies

The financially troubled Ocean City Housing Authority, still trying to recover from an embezzlement scandal involving its former chief executive, …

Thrilling Reasons to Visit OCNJ this Fall and Beyond

Many visitors to Ocean City, NJ are content to do little more than bask on the beach. For others, it’s …

Tuesday, September 19

Ocean City American Legion Hosts Annual Run For The Fallen

The annual NJ Run For The Fallen http://www.njrunforthefallen.org/ will take place in Cape May County on Thursday, September 21, 2017. …

Andrew Leonetti Becomes Eagle Scout in Ceremony at Ocean City Community Center

A large and engaged audience was on hand, including a “who’s who” of local officials and dignitaries on Sept. 17 …

Monday, September 18

Ocean City High School Sign Language Teacher is Named a Governor’s Teacher of the Year Award Finalist

Amy Anderson, an American Sign Language teacher at Ocean City High School, has been named a 2018 State Finalist for …

Jose Will Affect Our Area On Tuesday

Jose will pass well east of the NJ coast but the effects will still be felt in Ocean City. Jose …

Skydiver GoPro Video of Jumping into Ocean City, NJ - Must See

If you’ve wondered what it must feel like to jump out of an airplane as part of the elite Team …

Sunday, September 17

Air Show Brings Thrills, Chills in Ocean City

Pilot Scott Francis and his high-performance aerobatic plane defied the laws of gravity Sunday, proving that what goes up doesn’t …

Air Show, Team Fastrax Jump Dominates Ocean City Skies, Entertains Huge Crowd

For one day, the seagulls had to move over. The skies over Ocean City were filled Saturday with antique planes, …

Saturday, September 16

Smitty’s Loyal Customers Celebrate Last Weekend of the Season

There’s always a bit of melancholy in the air around the Clam Bar, AKA Smitty’s, on closing weekend. However on …

Friday, September 15

Court Ruling Gives New Life to Controversial Ocean City Condo-Hotel Project

In a setback for opponents of the project, a state Superior Court judge overturned Ocean City’s denial of a proposed …

LOCAL Love Fest - Sunday September 17th at St. Peter's

Located in the parking lot of St. Peter's (8th & Central Ave) Food from Spadafora's - Music and Art from …

Mayor's Update: September 15

I want to thank everybody who attended Monday’s 9/11 memorial ceremony. I particularly want to thank Becky Wynne, who was …

Jose Could Get Too Close For Comfort Next Week

Jose has been spinning out in the Atlantic for over 10 days caught between systems. As we move into the …

Join the 2017 Ocean City Board… Walk to Defeat ALS® Presented by ShopRite & Their Customers - Saturday 9-16 at 9A

People with ALS, family members, caregivers, and others affected by Lou Gehrig’s Disease (ALS) are coming together for the 2017 …

Ocean City Council Approves Purchase of $1.1 Million Fire Truck

Ocean City is buying a million-dollar fire truck that will improve the fire department’s ability to fight high-rise blazes. The …

OCTC To Take Audiences Back In Time With 8-Track: The Sounds of the '70s

Those feeling nostalgic for the days when bell bottoms, Afros and polyester were all the rage, and cassettes were a …

Thursday, September 14

21st Annual Air Festival Saturday 10a-3p at the Ocean City Airport

This Saturday, the Ocean City Airport Assn., holds its 21st Annual Air Festival, at the Municipal Airport, 26th and Bay …

Tuesday, September 12

Ocean City and Upper Township Seek Volunteers for Emergency Response Team

The City of Ocean City and Upper Township will host free training classes for citizens to become certified members of …

Sánchez, Fitzpatrick, Kilmer, LoBiondo, Thompson Introduce Bill to Jumpstart American Apprenticeship

U.S. Representative Linda Sánchez (CA-38), Vice Chair of the House Democratic Caucus, along with Representatives Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-08), Derek Kilmer …

Opportunity to Help School Families in Texas

The Ocean City Free Public Library is extending a helping hand across the country to support school families in Texas …

College Bound Athlete Seminar at OCHS

The nationally acclaimed program, “Guiding the College-Bound Athlete” is coming to Ocean City High School Tuesday September 12th at 7:30pm …

Ocean City Remembers a Local Hero of the 9/11 Terrorist Attacks

As the horrors of the 9/11 terrorist attacks began to unfold around him, insurance executive Rick Blood urged his co-workers …

SOLDIER SHARES SURVIVAL STORY AT 9TH ANNUAL WALK FOR THE WOUNDED SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 30

When walkers, sponsors, and other supporters gather on the Ocean City Boardwalk on Saturday, September 30, for the 9th Annual …

Monday, September 11

Ocean City 9-11 Ceremony Tonight 7:00PM at Fire Department HQ

Ocean City’s annual “A Day to Remember” 9/11 memorial ceremony begins at 7 p.m. Monday, Sept. 11, in front of …

Corvette Show Gets Car Lovers All Revved Up on Ocean City Boardwalk

A simple sticky note, tucked away in a drawer and thought to be forgotten, got Clyde Sutton his dream car. …

OCPD Weekly Activity Report September 3-9

Calls for Service: 837 & Daily Average: 119

Sunday, September 10

USAF MASTER SERGEANT MATTHEW MILLER AND FAMILY ARRIVE IN OCEAN CITY AS GUESTS OF AMERICAN LEGION R & R PROGRAM

Ocean City American Legion Post 524 will welcome another veteran family to “America’s Favorite Family Resort” on Sunday September 17th, …

Seashore Towns Seek Federal Funds for Home-Elevation Projects

Sisters Loretta Harris and Alva Thompson, who live just a block apart in Ocean City, both suffered structural damage to …

Friday, September 8

Mayor's Update: September 8

I hope you’ll keep the people of Florida and the Southeast in your thoughts and prayers as Hurricane Irma approaches …

Irma To Strike Florida This Weekend, What Does It Mean For Us?

Major Hurricane Irma is set to strike Florida this weekend and move up the coast. The big question is...what does …

Weathercasters Warn of Possibility of Major Storms at Jersey Shore

As Hurricane Irma churns ominously toward Florida, weather experts warned Thursday night that if such a monstrous storm ever struck …

Ocean City Primary School's LEGO-Space is a Creative Place

The official unveiling of the Ocean City Primary School's LEGO-Space was September 7th, 2017. OCPS principal, Cathy Smith; club advisors, …

Thursday, September 7

Cape GOP's Annual Summer BBQ September 8th 5:30PM

Hosted by Sheriff Gary Schaffer & County Clerk Rita Fulginiti...

ALESIA WATSON - EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF OCEAN CITY, NEW JERSEY, HOUSING AUTHORITY GETS 3 YEARS OF PROBATION FOR EMBEZZLING FEDERAL FUNDS

The former executive director of the Ocean City, New Jersey, Housing Authority (OCHA) was sentenced today to three years of …

Ocean City 9/11 Ceremony Set for Monday and Tabernacle Service Planned for Sunday

Ocean City’s annual “A Day to Remember” 9/11 memorial ceremony begins at 7 p.m. Monday, Sept. 11, in front of …

Ocean City VFW Post 6650 Fall Golf Event at Greate Bay Country Club on Wednesday, September 27

Come and enjoy a day of golf that includes lunch and a fabulous dinner with awards ceremony, silent auction, raffle …

Wednesday, September 6

Tips for Closing Your Shore Home

As summer comes to an end and the family returns to their typical school routine, you sadly begin the process …

OC Fairness In Taxes Presents George Kasimos Founder of StopFEMANow Wednesday, Sept 6 at 7PM

The meeting is being held at the Ocean City Free Public Library Room #110 1735 Simpson Avenue Ocean City, NJ …

Tuesday, September 5

Glow Ball Golf at Greate Bay Country Club September 21st Benefiting Operation First Response

Come join us for Glow Ball Golf at Greate Bay Country Club!!! Thursday, September 21st 2017 $65.00 per person includes:

OCBP Guarded Beaches Starting Tuesday, Sept. 5

The Department of Fire and Rescue Services announces that the Ocean City Beach Patrol will guard the following beaches as …

As Tourists Leave, Ocean City Residents Eagerly Await "Local Summer"

Dot Tochterman, who has lived in Ocean City for about 25 years, compares tourists to house guests. “You’re happy to …

OCPD Weekly Activity Report August 31 – September 2

Calls for Service: 1045 & Daily Average: 149

Monday, September 4

Major Hurricane Irma Threatens East Coast

Hurricane Harvey was the first major hurricane to strike the U.S. Mainland in over 10 years and now we are …

Second Half of Weekend Pays Off for Vacationers, Locals

Labor Day 2017 was a tale of two weekends combined in one. The first half on Friday and Saturday provided …

Sunday, September 3

Tabernacle Hosts 9/11 Survivor and Honors Local Heroes

On Sunday, September 10th, the Tabernacle is proud to close our Summer Speaker Season with welcoming back Sujo John, one …

Saturday, September 2

Vacationers Improvise During Soggy Start to Labor Day Weekend

Capping a six-hour drive from Pittsburgh, vacationer Mary Beth Reynolds arrived in Ocean City early Saturday afternoon, just as the …

Richard P. Galante “Dick”

Richard P. Galante “Dick”, 86 of Ocean City, NJ passed away peacefully Saturday, September 2, 2017 at Spring Village in …

Estelle W. Land, (nee Bakley)

Estelle W. Land, (nee Bakley) age 82 passed away peacefully on Thursday, August 31st 2017.

Chaplain of the United States Senate returns to The Ocean City Tabernacle this Sunday

Barry Black, 62nd Chaplain of the United States Senate, will be speaking at 8:30 am and 10:30 am morning services …

Friday, September 1

Mayor's Update: September 1

Seeing the images of the flooding in Texas this week took me back to October 2012 when Sandy struck Ocean …

OC LIFE 21 Completes First “Makerspace” LEGO Lab Thursday at OCPS

Students from the OC Life 21 organization will unveil the first of their projects, the “Lego Room” in the Ocean …