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Friday, November 30

Mrs. Claus’ Workshop Offers Unique O.C.-Themed Gifts, Intro to Museum

If you missed Black Friday, Small Business Saturday and Cyber Monday, fret not. Mrs. Claus has you covered. The Ocean …

Mayor’s Update: Nov. 30

In his weekly message to the public, Mayor Jay Gillian explains Ocean City's efforts to meet its court-ordered mandate for …

North End Neighborhood Drainage Project Update

WORK TO BE COMPLETED IN THE WEEK OF DEC. 3 TO 7...

Santa is Comin' to Jon & Patty's for Breakfast

Santa is comin' to town and he is making his way down Asbury Avenue straight to Jon & Patty's for …

Council Introduces Affordable Housing Plan

City Council introduced four ordinances Thursday night that include key parts of Ocean City’s strategy to provide its state-mandated “fair …

Wednesday, November 28

Ocean City to Roll Out Longer Beach Mats Next Summer

Ocean City has made a priority of making streets, sidewalks, the bay and the Boardwalk accessible to those with disabilities …

Jersey Cape Military Spouses’ Club Receives $5,000 Donation

The Cape May County Coast Guard Community Foundation presented a $5,000 donation to the Jersey Cape Military Spouses' Club Tuesday …

Tuesday, November 27

Ocean City Repeals Funding for Land Deal

Ocean City's deal to purchase nearly a block of property for $9 million to be used for open space is …

O.C. Primary School Students Get Moving

In the game app Fruit Ninja, players use their finger to swipe a variety of fruits that pop up across …

High Wind Advisory for Wednesday

The Cape May County Office of Emergency Management is warning of strong northwest winds gusting up to 45 to 50 …

Ocean City Police Activity Report: Nov. 18-24

The Ocean City Police Department handled a total of 457 calls for service during the week of Nov. 18-24. The …

Stainton’s Shops Offer Unique Gifts

When shoppers walk into Stainton’s, the iconic former department store in Ocean City, which was transformed into a co-op six …

Monday, November 26

At "Christmas in Ocean City" Concert, Evancho Wows Music Pier Audience

Singer Jackie Evancho and the Ocean City Pops helped get their audience into the holiday spirit Saturday night with their …

Ocean City Happenings: MLK Day Ceremony, First Night Celebration

Ocean City will celebrate the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. at two different events on Monday, …

Sunday, November 25

Ocean City Beach Tags to Fill Stockings This Holiday Season

Even in winter, people are coming to Ocean City to buy their 2019 beach tags. Holiday beach tag sales have …

Coastal Flood Advisory for Monday

The National Weather Service issued a Coastal Flood Advisory in effect for Ocean City from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. …

Ocean City High School Drama Guild Presents "Pride and Prejudice"

The Ocean City High School Drama Guild will bring Jane Austen’s classic novel "Pride and Prejudice" to life at the …

Saturday, November 24

Santa Hears Wish List From Hundreds of Children on Music Pier

Sisters Madison and Morgan Potts, of Mullica Hill, were so eager to see Santa Claus at the Music Pier in …

Visitors, Residents Turn Out in Force to Support "Small Business Saturday"

Every day is small business day on the Boardwalk. With the exception of a few chain store franchises, almost every …

Mayor’s Update: Nov. 24

In his weekly message to the public, Mayor Jay Gillian notes that Ocean City's 2019 beach tags are on sale …

Friday, November 23

Ocean City’s Black Friday Delivers Old-Fashioned Holiday Experience

Ocean City's “Our Miracle on Asbury Avenue, an Old-Fashioned Family Christmas,” unfolded to the delight of holiday shoppers during Black …

Thursday, November 22

Raiders Push Greyhounds to the Limit in Chilly Turkey Day Clash

Kevin Smith called it one of the most unforgettable football teams he’s ever been around. “I will remember this team …

Wednesday, November 21

O.C. Pastor to Spend Thanksgiving Parade With Pillsbury Dough Boy

Pastor Mark P. Bruesehoff at St. John Lutheran Church in Ocean City has a higher calling on Thanksgiving Day. He …

Bitter Cold Brings "Code Blue" Advisory for Cape May County on Thanksgiving

The Office of Emergency Management has issued a “Code Blue” advisory for all of Cape May County effective from 4:30 …

Silver Paws Holiday FurBall 2018 Benefits Humane Society of Ocean City - Sat Dec 1

This event is a "must" for all the animal lovers in South Jersey. The Humane Society of Ocean City is …

Tuesday, November 20

Old-Fashioned Black Friday in Ocean City Promises Fairy Tale Atmosphere

Worried about grabbing that last parking space at the mall or getting lost inside the cavernous confines of the big-box …

O.C Students Propose Out-Of-This-World Science Experiments

Ten teams of students from Ocean City High School and five teams of students from Ocean City Intermediate School submitted …

Ocean City Fishing Club Tourney Attracts 200 Anglers

A 38-inch striped bass took top honors in the Ocean City Fishing Club’s 50th Invitational Surf Fishing Tournament on Saturday. …

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Opens New Ocean City Office

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Fox and Roach Realtors opened a new Ocean City office with a ribbon-cutting ceremony Monday, reflecting the …

Monday, November 19

A Dozen OCHS Athletes Commit to Colleges

Twelve Ocean City High School senior athletes signed commitments to attend colleges to play lacrosse, baseball, field hockey, softball and …

OCHS Powder Puff Football Event to Support Waves of Caring Tuesday, November 20 @ 6PM

On Tuesday, November 20, Ocean City High School’s Key Club will host a-long-time-coming Powder Puff Game, a flag football game …

Ocean City Police Department Activity Report: Nov. 11-17

The Ocean City Police Department responded to a total of 423 calls for service during the week of Nov. 11-17. …

Sunday, November 18

Veterans Groups Detail Plight of Homeless Vets at Ocean City Meeting

During a town meeting Saturday organized by Ocean City Fourth Ward Councilman Bob Barr, veterans organizations spoke about an array …

Ocean City Red Raiders Prep for Turkey Day “Bowl Game”

The cheering had barely stopped after the Nov. 8 victory at Carey Stadium when Ocean City High School football Head …

Saturday, November 17

Shoppers Enjoy "Earlier Than the Bird" in Ocean City

Pajama-clad shoppers got a pre-Thanksgiving jump on their holiday gift buying Saturday during Ocean City's popular "Earlier Than the Bird" …

Freeholder Marie Hayes Honored in D.C., Embraces “Year of the Woman”

If 2018 marked the “Year of the Woman” in the mid-term elections, as numerous media outlets have termed it, then …

Friday, November 16

Ocean City Realtors Helping Needy Families With Winter Clothing Drive

The Ocean City Board of Realtors has started its annual "Warmth for Winter Coat, Blanket and Boot Drive" in which …

Ocean City Happenings: Christmas in the Downtown Begins Nov. 23

Ocean City’s small-town version of “Black Friday” takes place on Friday, Nov. 23. The Christmas in the Downtown – “Our …

Mayor's Message: Nov. 16

In his weekly message to the public, Mayor Jay Gillian is inviting the community to attend the annual Ecumenical Council …

North End Neighborhood Drainage Project Update

The city has released the latest update for work that will be done on the North End Neighborhood Drainage Project …

Thursday, November 15

Ocean City Approves Shooting Island Restoration Plan

Ocean City awarded a $2.3 million contract to restore the badly eroded neighboring Shooting Island to turn it into a …

Ocean City Under Flood Watch, Wind Advisory for Thursday

The National Weather Service has issued a Flood Watch and High Wind Advisory in effect for Ocean City on Thursday. …

Retired General Captures Audience With Tales of World War I

Jeffrey Pierson, a Cape May County freeholder who had a 42-year career in the Army and New Jersey National Guard …

Wednesday, November 14

Step Back in Time to a Victorian Christmas at Ocean City's Historical Museum

If you’ve ever gazed at a Currier and Ives Christmas print or vintage holiday card and wondered what it would …

Ocean City Chamber Honors Taleses with Citizen of the Year Award

Patty Talese told a crowded room at the historic Flanders Hotel Tuesday that a large part of the success of …

Tuesday, November 13

O.C. Board of Realtors Presents $2,078 Check to Historical Museum

The Ocean City Board of Realtors presented a check to the Ocean City Historical Museum for $2,078. Funds were raised …

O.C. Honors Military With Veterans Day Ceremony

Thy Nguyen Cavagnaro fled her war-torn country of Vietnam in 1975. On Veterans Day, thousands of miles away from her …

Monday, November 12

Ocean City Holiday Happenings: “Earlier Than the Bird,” Breakfast with Santa

Ocean City's holiday celebration is just about to get into full swing. Check out the list of upcoming events in …

Ocean City Police Activity Report: Nov. 4-10

The Ocean City Police Department responded to a total of 426 calls for service during the week of Nov. 4-10. …

Sunday, November 11

OC Fire Captain Gary Green’s Retirement Marks End of an Era

Ask soon-to-be-retired Ocean City Fire Department Captain Gary Green what he will miss most after 35 years on the job, …

Ocean City Scout Troop 32 Holds Clothing Drive November 17

Gently used clothes, shoes, linens, purses, hats and stuffed animals can be dropped-off at participating local merchant Island Auto Repair …

Saturday, November 10

New "Bailout System" Improves Safety for Ocean City Firefighters

Ocean City has become the first fire department in New Jersey to use a new “bailout system” allowing firefighters to …

O.C. Fishing Club Tourney Set for Nov. 17

Anglers participating in Ocean City Fishing Club’s 50th Invitational Surf Fishing Tournament will take to the beaches Saturday, November 17. …

Friday, November 9

O.C. Historical Museum to Sell Holiday Gifts

For those who wish to get an early start on holiday shopping, the Ocean City Historical Museum has you covered. …

Mayor’s Update: Nov. 9

In his latest weekly message to the public, Mayor Jay Gillian discusses a series of drainage, dredging and road projects …

"Earlier Than the Bird" Nov. 17 in Ocean City

Ocean City’s “Earlier Than the Bird” event is your holiday wakeup call inviting one and all to come out and …

Council Moves to Repeal Funding in Failed $9 Million Land Deal

City Council took the first step Thursday night toward formally withdrawing from a $9 million property deal that was halted …

Thursday, November 8

Lashley Electrifying, Red Raiders Roll 35-0

It was the Brandon Lashley Show. Ocean City High School’s 35-0 defeat of Washington Township on Thursday night was a …

Ocean City AARP Sponsors Festival Saturday

AARP Chapter 1062 is sponsoring a free community event, “50+ Live Your Best Life Festival,” from 10 a.m. to 2 …

North End Neighborhood Drainage Project Update

The city has released the latest update for construction work on the North End Neighborhood Drainage Project. Details follow.

Ocean City Restaurant Association Raises $10,500 for Local Charities

The Ocean City Restaurant Association (OCRA) raised $10,500 through ticket sales and donations during its third annual Chili Chowder Festival …

Ocean City Hockey Falls to Moorestown in State Playoffs

The Ocean City High School field hockey team saw its season end in a 7-0 defeat against the Moorestown Quakers …

Wednesday, November 7

Red Raiders Look for Winning Home Finale

Ocean City High School’s football team received a nice surprise when it was informed it would host Washington Township on …

Van Drew Captures Congressional Race, Desiderio Wins Freeholder

Democrat Jeff Van Drew defeated Republican Seth Grossman to win the hotly contested 2nd Congressional District race that pitted a …

Tuesday, November 6

Ocean City High School Tennis Champs are Winners on Court and Off

If it was easy to define what makes a champion, maybe it would be easy to be one. In the …

Monday, November 5

Election Day, Time to Cast Your Vote

On Tuesday, voters will go to the polls to choose representatives to the U.S. Senate, U.S. House of Representatives, Cape …

Ocean City Happenings: Veterans Day Ceremony, Holiday Events

Ocean City’s annual Veterans Day ceremony is scheduled for 11 a.m. Monday, Nov. 12, at the Ocean City Tabernacle at …

Police Activity Report: Oct. 28-Nov. 3

The Ocean City Police Department handled a total of 526 calls for service during the week of Oct. 28-Nov. 3. …

Sunday, November 4

Ocean City Festival Helps Families Enjoy Quiet Side of Life

Ocean City’s reigning queens, hamsters, lizards, jigsaw puzzles and crafts all took center stage Sunday afternoon, but very quietly, for …

Polling Hours For Election Day

Voters will go to the polls on Tuesday to choose representatives to the U.S. Senate, U.S. House of Representatives, Cape …

Saturday, November 3

“Earlier Than The Bird” Offers Holiday Savings in Ocean City

Getting a jumpstart on holiday shopping may sound like a smart idea, something that probably crosses one’s mind, every year …

Ocean City Scout Troop 32 Participates in Annual Scouting For Food Campaign

Ocean’s City’s Boy Scout Troop 32 will once again participate in the national Scouting For Food program. Scouting for Food …

Friday, November 2

Ocean City Dredging Brings Relief to Bayfront Homeowners

Linda Rothermel has lived on the bayfront since 1969. The retired Ocean City Intermediate School music teacher says she wouldn’t …

Highland Slogs Past Upset-minded Raiders in Grid Playoffs

Ocean City was one yard and one play away from scoring the tying touchdown in Friday’s rain-soaked New Jersey State …

Local Dentists Participate in Veterans Smile Day

Marmora Family Dental in Upper Township and Brickworks Family Dental in Mays Landing will be participating in Veterans Smile Day …

Mayor's Update: November 2

It seems like we’re exactly where we were last Friday – waiting for a large storm system to move up …

North End Neighborhood Drainage Project

Work to be completed in the week of Nov. to 9 •Feriozzi Concrete will be continuing work on Seventh street …

Ocean City Field Hockey Wins South Jersey Group Three Title; Defeats Clearview 3-1

Ocean City got it’s redemption Thursday afternoon. The Red Raiders avenged last year’s loss to Clearview, winning 3-1, taking home …

Thursday, November 1

Ocean City High School Faces Powerhouse Highland in Grid Playoffs

The playoffs. This is why the players lift weights in July. This is why the coaches watch hours and hours …

OCHS Chosen to Make Ornaments for Tree in the Nation’s Capital

Out of all of the schools in the state, Ocean City High School was selected to create 24 ornaments to …

Popular OC Dancer, Mary Beth Snow, to Participate in Dancing Under the Atlantic City Stars - Nov 3

Mary Beth Snow has been a dance instructor in Ocean City for 38 years, and a dancer before that. That …

Freeholder Hayes Elected “Woman of Excellence” by National Foundation of Women Legislators

Cape May County Freeholder E. Marie Hayes will be honored on November 13 by the National Foundation of Women Legislators …