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Wednesday, January 31

Don't Miss Boy Scouts 2nd Annual Super Chili Bowl - Saturday February 3

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

Special Operations Veteran and Councilman, James Toto, Takes Aim at LoBiondo’s Congressional Seat

James Toto, a longtime Somers Point resident, said in a statement he intends to run for New Jersey’s 2nd Congressional …

William E. Craig

William E. Craig, age 65, of Ocean City, NJ, passed away due to ALS, after a long illness at home …

Get Ready for Super Bowl With Passion Vines

Getting ready for Sunday’s big game likely entails going to the food store and cleaning up the house, she shed …

OC Councilman who Bleeds Midnight Green is Headed to Super Bowl 52

In Ocean City, a town loaded with Eagles fans -- especially now, during this week before the Birds’ third ever …

Tuesday, January 30

‘Night Before’ Super Bowl Bash at Diorio’s Circle Café - Benefits OCHS Girls and Boys Basketball

Birds of a Feather Celebrate Together ‘Night Before’ Super Bowl Bash Gear up to watch the Super Bowl with some …

Ocean City Capital Plan Hits High Note for Music Pier

The grande dame of the Boardwalk — the Music Pier, will get some needed repairs to spruce up the 90-year-old …

2018 Children’s Tea on Saturday, February 10 at The Ocean City Historical Museum

The Ocean City Historical Museum invites the community to its Annual Children’s Tea on Saturday, February 10, 2018 from 11:45pm …

Monday, January 29

Ocean City High School Hosts Transgender Youth Lecture

Ocean City School District is breaking barriers and opening up the conversation on transgender youth in the school system. On …

Ocean City Intermediate Student, Rob Malfitano, Raises Money for Great Cause

Rob Malfitano has an active schedule. From basketball, to baseball, to wrestling and surfing, to earning distinguished honors, he is …

Sunday, January 28

OCPD Weekly Activity Report January 21-27

Calls for Service: 623 & Daily Average: 89

Ocean City’s Third Street Drainage Project to Begin

Residents on Third Street attended a meeting at Ocean City Tabernacle Saturday morning to hear plans for a drainage project …

Desiderio Announces Re-election Bid for Cape May County Freeholder

Some affectionately call him by his nicknames, Len or Lenny. Others refer to him by his formal titles, mayor or …

Saturday, January 27

Super Sunday Yet? Area Gets its Game Face On

It might still be a full week until Super Bowl LII, bit to talk to people around Ocean City and …

Ocean City Considers Banning Marijuana Sales if Pot Smoking Becomes Legal in N.J.

Ocean City, a seashore town that prohibits the sale of alcohol as part of its family-friendly reputation, may look to …

Would You Know If Some of Your Medicine Was Missing?

Two-thirds of the kids who abuse medication report that they gained access to them from friends, families, and acquaintances...

Friday, January 26

Get Ready to Stroll Ocean City Boardwalk

Pat McWilliams and her daughters, Joan and Rose, from Drexel Hill, Pa., enjoyed a brisk morning stroll on the Boardwalk …

Mayor's Update: January 26

The city administration presented a proposed five-year capital plan to City Council last night. The presentation lays out a tentative …

Ocean City's Proposed Five-Year Capital Plan Calls for $100 Million in Projects

Mayor Jay Gillian proposed a $100.1 million, five-year capital plan that includes a series of big-ticket items in 2018, including …

Ocean City Tourism Season Projection is Strong for 2018

Ocean City will make a bigger push to attract millennials as a centerpiece of the $750,000 marketing plan for 2018 …

Thursday, January 25

Bergman, Madden Announce Re-election Bid for Council; Hartzell also Running

City Council members Karen Bergman and Peter Madden announced Wednesday they are seeking re-election, saying they want to preserve a …

OCHS Junior, Nora Faverzani, Named State Board of Education Representative for 2018

Ocean City High School junior, Nora Faverzani, has been named State Board of Education Representative for 2018. After attending many …

Wednesday, January 24

Peggy G. McKee

Peggy G. McKee, 92, of Ocean City passed away on Sunday, January 21, 2018 at Shore Medical Center of Somers …

Help Ocean City Win “America’s Happiest Seaside Town”

So, you think you’re in a happy place? If you’re not in Ocean City, you might not be. “America’s Greatest …

Tuesday, January 23

Brothers Craft Niche in Spirits Distillery

A diminutive copper still sits atop a shelf behind a bar at the Little Water Distillery in Atlantic City. It …

Councilman Bob Barr Hosted Lively Meeting for 4th Ward Constituents

4th Ward Councilman Bobby Barr has become known for his frequent and informative Ward Meetings and Saturday morning he did …

Monday, January 22

Yes Eagles Fans and Doubters, the Birds are Headed to the Super Bowl

Not even the most optimistic Eagles fans saw this one coming. And not because they had obstructed views through the …

OCPD Weekly Activity Report January 14-20

Calls for Service: 622 & Daily Average: 88

Former Teacher Lorie Rice Makes New Profession a Family Affair

Lorie Rice found the perfect way for both she and her husband to work outside of the home and still …

Sunday, January 21

The Viral Video That Has Eagles Fans Laughing

If you watch football, you unavoidably have seen the Bud Light Dilly Dilly ad campaign. Well, this one is just …

Saturday, January 20

Hundreds Turn Out in Ocean City For 2018 Women’s March

Colleen Loughlin and Joan Costello, with matching signs that said, “Jersey Strong Sisters,” headed to Ocean City Saturday morning because …

Shore Medical Center Shows Their Eagles Spirit

Shore Medical Center staff showed their Philadelphia Eagles pride today by wearing Eagles gear or green attire, and many staff …

Zoo Comes to Ocean City Primary School

There weren’t any monkeys, giraffes, or tigers, but there was a skunk, a cavy and an alligator, some special guests …

Mayor's Update: January 19

A break in the extremely cold temperatures has allowed work in Ocean City to resume from beach to bay. The …

Friday, January 19

Ocean City Realtor, Maureen Schneider, Has Flair for Design

Maureen Schneider knows there is a lot that goes into selling a house, especially in Ocean City, where there are …

New Theme Song for Ocean City? Scott Nuss Made His Pitch in Concert at OCFPL

On a day when the Philadelphia Phillies announced Billy Joel will be performing for the fifth time at Citizens’ Bank …

Thursday, January 18

Ocean City Officials Honor Late Housing Authority Commissioner Ed Speitel

Ed Speitel loved Ocean City. He loved working at a pizzeria on the Boardwalk as a teen. He loved spending …

Alzheimer's Forum in Ocean City Helps Patients, Caregivers Cope With Disease

Dr. David Roeltgen, a neurologist who has been treating dementia patients for 35 years, told an audience of mostly senior …

Tuesday, January 16

Judge Gives More Time in Ocean City’s Eminent Domain Keller Williams Case

A legal fight over property at the corner of Bay Avenue and Ninth Street overlooking the main gateway into Ocean …

Ocean City Housing Authority Plans Facelift for Bay View Manor

The Ocean City Housing Authority on Tuesday approved plans for $250,000 worth of improvements that will spruce up its Bay …

Ocean City Honors Dr. King's Legacy in Annual Communitywide Cleanup

The 20 students from the Key Club at Egg Harbor Township High School could have taken it easy for the …

Monday, January 15

Girl Scouts Invite Grades K-6th to Winter Solstice Skate Night on Jan. 20

You are invited to the Winter Solstice Skate Night at the Ocean City Civic Center...

Ocean City High School Student-Athletes of the Week

Below are the two Ocean City High School Student-Athletes of the Week. Both Billy Kroeger and Maggie Wallace...

Sunday, January 14

Gary Schaffer, Former Cape May County Sheriff is Honored at Retirement Party

When he was a baby-faced police officer barely in his 20s, Gary Schaffer posed as a student at Wildwood High …

Weekly Activity Report January 7 – 13

Calls for Service: 650 & Daily Average: 93

Ocean City Bayfront Property, Endless Opportunities

Picture this: You’re sitting in a comfy chair, sipping a fresh brewed latte at a bayfront coffeehouse in Ocean City, …

Eagles Keep Fans on Edge of Seats; Beat Falcons to Reach NFC Title Game

What cold? What wind? Nothing warms the hearts of Eagles fans more than a home playoff win. And when the …

Ocean City Celebrates Dr. King's Legacy

With songs, prayers and expressions of hope that the nation is finally on its way to fulfilling his “dream,” Ocean …

Friday, January 12

Seal Chills Out on Ocean City Beach

When Jill Nuss took her dog Sunny for an early morning walk on the beach in Ocean City Friday, it …

Buyse, Marie A. (nee Becker)

Buyse, Marie A. (nee Becker) 58 of Petersburg, NJ passed away on January 9, 2018 at her home.

Ocean City Heroes Honored by City Council

Two Eagle Scouts who embody the personal qualities emphasized in the Boy Scouts of America code were honored by City …

Thursday, January 11

Ocean City Planning Board Paves Way for Affordable Housing Project

The Ocean City Planning Board approved a $4.2 million affordable housing project Wednesday night for senior citizens that will be …

OCHS Rallies for 2018 National Teacher of the Year Finalist, Amy T. Andersen

Even after becoming the state’s top teacher and candidate for the 2018 National Teacher of the Year, Amy T. Andersen …

Wednesday, January 10

LoBiondo Requests Public Hearing in Cape May County on Offshore Drilling Proposal

A staunch opponent of drilling off the New Jersey coastline throughout his career, U.S. Congressman Frank LoBiondo (NJ-02) today sent …

Residents, Staff Resilient Following Displacement From Gardens Plaza

It is one of Ocean City’s most exclusive addresses. The Gardens Plaza condominium at Park Place and the Boardwalk is …

What’s Happening in Ocean City

Ocean City celebrates the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. at two different events this weekend: the …

Tuesday, January 9

Cape May County Sheriff, Freeholders Sworn in at Ceremony

Robert Nolan became the 100th sheriff in Cape May County history when he was sworn in Tuesday night during the …

Tips for Thawing Frozen Pipes

1. Locate the Frozen Pipe Frozen pipes often have frost on them or may have a slight bulge 2. Open …

Broken Standpipe Forces Evacuation of Gardens Plaza

A frozen standpipe burst in the early morning hours Tuesday, inundating an Ocean City high rise condominium with thousands of …

Monday, January 8

Big Thaw in Ocean City Brings Broken Pipes

As temperatures increase from single digits to the 30s and 40s this week, the 15-plus inches of snow that blanketed …

Scam Alert - Ocean City Police Department

The Ocean City Police Department has received approximately twelve complaints over the last two weeks from citizens and local businesses …

Nancy L. Hughes

Nancy L. Hughes, surrounded by her loving family, went home to be with the Lord on Thursday, January 4, 2018.

E-ZPass Toll System Coming to Five Seashore Bridges by March

Motorists crossing over the five seashore bridges operated by the Cape May County Bridge Commission have been paying their fares …

Sunday, January 7

Nancy Hughes Remembered For Grace, Strength  

In over 61 years of marriage, it was hard for Bill Hughes to recall a favorite moment with his wife …

Ocean City's $7.9 Million Drainage Project Called a "Game-Changer" for North End

Amid the howling winds and swirling snow during Thursday’s blizzard, Jackie McLeer and her sister, Mary Crane, could hardly believe …

Friday, January 5

Former Congressman Bill Hughes' Wife, Nancy, Dies

Ocean City resident Nancy Hughes, the wife of former Ambassador to Panama and Congressman William J. Hughes, died Thursday night …

Ocean City Mayor Gillian Says Public Works Making Great Progress Clearing Roads

Mayor Jay Gillian provided this latest update Friday afternoon in the aftermath of Thursday’s blizzard. I want to update you …

Thursday, January 4

Dangerous Cold To Continue Into The Weekend

Now that the massive winter storm has exited the region dumping around a foot of snow with drifts of 2 …

Ocean City Mayor Gillian Issues Another Storm Update

Mayor Jay Gillian issued this message at 5 p.m. tonight: As you all know by now, Ocean City experienced a …

Clark, McAlister Retain Leadership Roles on Ocean City School Board

Joseph Clark was reappointed president of the Ocean City Board of Education during the annual reorganization meeting Wednesday night. Jacqueline …

Wednesday, January 3

Ocean City Schools Closed

All Ocean City Schools are closed Thursday due to the impending storm. Superintendent of Schools Kathleen Taylor said, as cellphones …

Blizzard Warning Issued As Storm Heads For Ocean City

A rapidly developing East Coast storm will wreak havoc from Northern Florida through New England Wednesday and Thursday. A Winter …

Frosty Strollers Happy Boardwalk Repairs Ahead of Schedule

As the temperature hovered between 12 and 18 degrees in Ocean City on Tuesday, a few hardy folks were not …

Tuesday, January 2

Suspects Arrested in Ocean City Wawa Robbery

Two suspects captured on video surveillance cameras during an armed robbery at a Wawa store in Ocean City have been …

Everly, Marguerite D.

Everly, Marguerite D., (fondly known as Mrs. Campo by most) 77 of Palermo, NJ passed away on December 26, 2017 …

Major East Coast Storm Theatens The NJ Coast

The threat of significant snow has now emerged for Wednesday Night and Thursday for the NJ coast. A low pressure …

Monday, January 1

Braving the Cold, a Few Diehards Take the Plunge for New Year's Day in Ocean City

It’s not something that the average, well-dressed man would normally need to know, but Joe Schneider says that you can …

Despite Frigid Temperatures, Big Crowds Enjoy New Year's Eve in Ocean City

This was one New Year’s Eve that called for ditching the fancy-schmancy tuxedos and bejeweled evening gowns and the crystal …

Eagles Playoff Glass Half Full Despite 6-0 loss to Dallas

One of the nice things about being a football fan is that whatever you may think about your team or …