Sunday, September 30

Mr. Mature America 2018 Bill Quain Inspires, Coasts Home in OCNJ Half Marathon

Bill Quain threw his hands up in victory as he crossed the finish line at the OCNJ Half Marathon Sunday …

Ocean City Police Celebrate National Coffee With Cops

The Ocean City Police Department is inviting the public to attend the National Coffee With Cops from 8 a.m. to …

Saturday, September 29

Bike MS: City to Shore Ride Brings 6,000 Cyclists into Ocean City

Starting in Cherry Hill, more than 6,000 cyclists took part in the Bike MS: City to Shore Ride into Ocean …

Two Top Educators Join Forces, Friendship, at Ocean City High School

Two teachers who have proven they have that special talent to touch the lives and minds of students joined forces, …

Red Raiders Fall to St. Augustine

Although Ocean City came out on the short end of the 38-6 score to St. Augustine Prep on Friday night, …

Friday, September 28

Ocean City’s Hockey Team Dominates in Win Over Mainland

The Ocean City High School field hockey team continued its winning ways on Friday afternoon, defeating Mainland High School, 5-0. …

Mayor's Update: Sept. 28

In his weekly update, Mayor Jay Gillian details the reasons why the city wants to buy a block of land …

North End Neighborhood Drainage Project Update

Ocean City's North End Drainage Project will include a series of street pavings during the week of Oct. 1-5. The …

Record-Breaking Runner to Appear in Ocean City Half Marathon

Dee Dee Urquhart has set out to extend her Guinness Book of World Records for the most half marathons run …

Mayor Defends City's Proposed $9 Million Property Purchase

Mayor Jay Gillian gave a spirited defense in favor of Ocean City’s proposed $9 million purchase of a large piece …

Thursday, September 27

Run for the Fallen Makes Emotional Stops in Ocean City

Victims of the 9/11 terror attacks were honored, along with other members of the military who have died, in an …

Ocean City Football Team Faces Big Test Against St. Augustine

Two football teams in search of an identity clash Friday night at Carey Stadium, when Ocean City High School hosts …

Ocean City Field Hockey Team Shuts Out Middle Township

Ocean City High School’s field hockey team defeated Middle Township, 4-0, under the lights on Wednesday night at Carey Stadium. …

Wednesday, September 26

“Safe Surrender” in Cape May County Gives Chance to Clear Up Warrants

On Friday, an event will take place that could change people’s lives for the better. And it is happening in …

Mayor's Update: Petition Threatens Preservation of City Block

In a statement, Mayor Jay Gillian said he learned Wednesday that the Ocean City group Fairness in Taxes is circulating …

Ocean City Republican Club Turns Out for Bob Hugin

The Ocean City Republican Club’s fall kick-off event Tuesday night at the Flanders Hotel had the feel of an old-time …

Tuesday, September 25

Panelists Say "No" to Recreational Marijuana at Cape May County Symposium

Health experts, law enforcement officers and lawmakers Tuesday denounced a proposal to legalize marijuana, saying that it could be a …

Ocean City American Legion Hosts 2018 "Run for the Fallen" on Thursday

The annual New Jersey Run For The Fallen will take place in Cape May County on Thursday, Sept. 27. Ocean …

Ocean City Happenings: MS City to Shore Ride, OCNJ Half Marathon, Fall Block Party

Thousands of bicyclists and runners will descend upon Ocean City this weekend for two annual traditions: the MS City to …

Monday, September 24

Ocean City Police Activity Report: Sept. 16-22

Calls for Service: 590 and daily average: 84

Sunday, September 23

Diehard Car Buffs Brave Rains For Ocean City Corvette Show

Constant rains pelted the Ocean City Boardwalk. It left those who ogled Corvettes on display to don umbrellas. But the …

Record Field Expected for OCNJ Half Marathon on Sunday, Sept. 30

Organizers for the OCNJ Half Marathon are expecting a record turnout for three races on Sunday, Sept. 30, with more …

Saturday, September 22

Walk For Wounded Bonds Veterans, Inspires Others in Ocean City

Many veterans who were injured while serving their country joined with their families, friends and supporters for the 10th annual …

Ocean City Free Public Library Events for September

The Ocean City Free Public Library offers a series of public events through September. Following are details about each event.

Perfect Red Raiders Get a Kick Out of Win Over Absegami

Ocean City High School’s football team is 3-0 for the first time since 2000, even if the offense needed a …

Teambuilding Program Helps Freshmen Make Transition to O.C. High School

Fear, frustration and uneasiness are a few of the feelings most teenagers encounter as they enter high school as a …

Friday, September 21

Mayor's Update: September 21

Two check valves were installed yesterday and today as part of the Fourth Ward drainage project. They should help prevent …

North End Neighborhood Drainage Project Update

Paving, pipe work and sidewalk construction will be done during the next round of Ocean City's North End Drainage Project …

Ocean City-Upper Township CERT Members Always Ready to Help

They wear green vests with reflective strips of tape. They wear green shirts, some bright green, some dark green. They …

Thursday, September 20

Red Raiders Look to Improve to 3-0 at Absegami

The Ocean City High School football team will attempt to improve its record to 3-0 on Friday night when the …

First Time Flying Above Ocean City

Seventh-grader Ian Crowley gives a first-hand account of his thrilling flight in a Cessna 172 over Ocean City. When most …

Wednesday, September 19

Rising Ocean Temps Give Beachgoers Warm Feelings

Come on in! The water’s fine! Or perhaps more accurately, we should say it’s warm. Over the last two weeks …

Register to Vote on Sept. 25 at O.C. Library

The League of Women Voters of Cape May County is participating in the National Voter Registration Day effort on Tuesday, …

Tuesday, September 18

O.C. Housing Authority Considers Building Bigger Project for Senior Citizens

Ocean City’s public housing agency faces a pivotal – and expensive – decision whether to build an even larger expansion …

AARP Invites Seniors to Learn About FELS Program Sept. 21

The Ocean City AARP Chapter 1062 is sponsoring an event for senior citizens to learn about the Friends of Encore …

O.C. Regional Chamber of Commerce Holds Annual Welcome Night Oct. 24

The Ocean City Regional Chamber of Commerce is laying out the "welcome mat" to all Ocean City residents at its …

Monday, September 17

Ocean City Boardwalk Welcomes Walk for Wounded and Corvette Show

More than 450 Corvettes will take over the Ocean City Boardwalk on Sunday, Sept. 23, from 11:30 a.m. to 4 …

List of Beaches Protected by OCBP Lifeguards Through Sept. 23

Ocean City Beach Patrol will have lifeguards at six beaches until Sept. 23 and then will close out the summer …

Ocean City Police Activity Report Sept. 9-15

The Ocean City Police Department handled a total of 570 calls for the week of Sept. 9-15. The daily average …

Road Work to Detour West Avenue Traffic at 41st Street

A Cape May County contractor, Landberg Construction, will work at 41st Street and West Avenue to replace the existing storm …

Flying High and Skydiving into Ocean City

This week’s wild ride of weather forecasts for Hurricane Florence was no match for the 2018 Ocean City Boardwalk Aerobatic …

Saturday, September 15

High-Altitude Thrills Begin for Ocean City's Air Show Weekend

At exactly 12 noon Saturday, the spectators peered overhead and began pointing to what appeared to be three tiny white …

Friday, September 14

Raiders 2-0, After Big Win in Home Opener

Weather? What weather? The Ocean City High School football team performed as if on a fast and dry track Friday …

Ocean City Intermediate School Shows Kindness

The Ocean City Intermediate School recently completed the Middle School Kindness Challenge. The contest developed by Stand for Children and …

Mayor’s Update: September 14

City Council last night voted unanimously to authorize the purchase of the former car dealership lot next to the Ocean …

North End Neighborhood Drainage Project Update

Feriozzi Concrete will finish work on Fifth street between West Avenue and Bay Avenue, restoring curb gutter and sidewalks. Pipe …

City Council Approves $9 Million Deal to Buy Private Land

City Council agreed Thursday night to pay $9 million to buy a strategically located tract of land that will now …

Thursday, September 13

VFW Fall Golf Event Wednesday Sept 26 at Greate Bay Country Club

Ocean City VFW Post 6650's Fall Golf Event is at Greate Bay Country Club this Wednesday, September 26, 2018. Come …

Ocean City Happenings: Air Show Weekend

All eyes will turn to the sky for Ocean City’s Air Show Weekend on Sept. 15 and 16. All events …

Wednesday, September 12

Walk for the Wounded Sept. 22 Includes Homecoming Celebration For Local Hero

When walkers, sponsors, and supporters of the Tenth Annual Walk for the Wounded gather on the Ocean City Boardwalk on …

Mayor's Storm Update: Sept. 12

Mayor Jay Gillian, in his latest storm update, said the forecasts continue to put Hurricane Florence on a track away …

OCHS Football Unveils New Tackle Technology

The Ocean City School District announced the Football MVP of the Year – the MVP Drive. It’s the world’s first …

Tuesday, September 11

Ocean City Formally Remembers 9/11

A visitor to Tuesday night’s Ocean City September 11 remembrance event expressed surprise at the large crowd in attendance at …

Mayor’s Storm Update: Sept. 11

Mayor Jay Gillian's update on Hurricane Florence: Hurricane Florence remains on a track that would bring the powerful storm to …

Monday, September 10

Storm Brings Out Curiosity Seekers in Ocean City

There may not be many storm chasers in Ocean City, but there are plenty of storm watchers. As Hurricane Florence …

Ocean City’s Sept. 11 Ceremony Moved to Tabernacle

Due to the weather forecast, Ocean City’s annual “A Day to Remember” memorial ceremony will be held indoors at the …

Ocean City Police Activity Report Sept. 2–8

Ocean City Police Department Activity Report for the week of Sept. 2-8. There were 626 total calls for service and …

Ocean City Special Weather Statement Update

A National Weather Service Coastal Flood Warning will remain effect for Ocean City through 3 a.m. Tuesday, Sept. 11. Strong …

Sunday, September 9

Ocean City's American Legion Salutes Marine Vet With Family Vacation

Marine Corps Lance Corporal Bobby Raditz of Mays Landing and his family were welcomed to Ocean City's American Legion Post …

Ocean City Issues Special Weather Statement

The National Weather Service has issued a Coastal Flood Warning in effect for Ocean City through 2 a.m. Monday, Sept. …

Saturday, September 8

Heavy Rain Puts Damper on Ocean City Classic Car Show

Heavy rain put a damper on Ocean City’s Classic Car and Street Rod Show, as well as what was supposed …

Special Weather Statement: Coastal Flood Watch

The National Weather Service has issued a Coastal Flood Watch in effect for Ocean City starting at 5 p.m. Saturday, …

Things You Didn’t Know About Manco & Manco Pizza

It’s all about the ‘Za. And not just any pizza. We’re talking thin crust, a little bit crispy, and a …

Ocean City Schools Showcase Upgrades to Technology, Security

Students, parents and faculty in the Ocean City School District have plenty to be excited about in the new school …

Friday, September 7

Mayor's Update: September 7

Dear Friends, New moon tides, northeast winds and rain are in the forecast for this weekend, and they could combine …

Thursday, September 6

OCHS Starts School Year With Pep Rally, Primary and Intermediate Schools Begin

Ocean City High School students were welcomed with a pep rally-style greeting during the first day of school on Thursday. …

North End Neighborhood Drainage Project Update

Construction continues on the North End drainage project in Ocean City. Following are details for work that is scheduled to …

For Great Entertainment in Ocean City, Look "Under the Streetlamp"

Under the Streetlamp, one of the most popular groups to perform Doo Wop, early Rock 'n' Roll and Motown, will …

Wednesday, September 5

Fresh Fruits and Veggies ... in Ocean City

Ocean City's popular Farmers Market closes out another successful summer season. Local residents and tourists are able to buy what …

Cape May County Law Enforcement Hosts Seminar on Security

Cape May County Prosecutor Jeffrey H. Sutherland announced that the New Jersey Office of Homeland Security and Preparedness, in collaboration …

Ocean City Teen Reels in Giant Fish, Breaks Record

Local teenager Eddie Kelly caught a record 66-pound mahi-mahi during the Ocean City Marlin and Tuna Club's "Labor Day Jamboree" …

Mays Landing's "Night of Lights" Boat Parade Sets Sail Sept. 8

The Mays Landing Yacht Club is hosting the "Night of Lights" boat parade and house decoration event on Saturday evening, …

Tuesday, September 4

Ocean City Teachers Start Classes Before Students

Ocean City teachers are getting ready for the first day of school, which is Thursday. And they are doing it …

New to the Market: Rare Yearly Rental in Ocean Reef

New to the market: Yearly rental- Views galore in this oversized 3 bedroom 3 full bathroom home located in Ocean …

Ocean City's Guarded Beaches Through Sept. 16

Starting on Tuesday, there will be lifeguard protection at eight Ocean City beaches through Sunday, Sept. 16. Details follow.

Once-a-Week Trash Collection Begins Sept. 10

Ocean City’s off-season schedule for trash and recycling pickup begins on Monday, Sept. 10. The new schedule moves from twice-a-week …

Monday, September 3

Ocean City Beaches and Attractions Delight on Labor Day

Vacationers and residents took advantage of the last day of the Labor Day holiday weekend, swimming in the ocean, nibbling …

Ocean City Police Activity Report Aug. 26-Sept. 1

Ocean City Police Department activity report Aug. 26-Sept. 1. Calls for service: 860; Daily average: 122.

Ocean City Beach Patrol Works Hard, Rescues 557 Swimmers This Summer

It has been a busy summer season for the Ocean City Beach Patrol. To date, for the season beginning on …

Sunday, September 2

Salt Works Studio Brings Custom Framing to OC

Ocean City finally has its own custom framing shop. Salt Works Studio recently opened at 844 Central Avenue, near the …

Saturday, September 1

Ocean City Savors Last Big Weekend of Summer

Labor Day is traditionally summer’s swan song at the Jersey Shore. With the parents heading back to work and the …

Ocean City Happenings: Air Show, Street Rods and Doo Wop

The September fun in Ocean City continues with Street Rod Weekend and with a pair of Ocean City Pops shows …

Glow Ball Golf at Greate Bay Country Club Sept. 27 Benefiting Operation First Response

Come join us for Glow Ball Golf at Greate Bay Country Club.