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Saturday, August 31

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August 31, 2019

Crowds Delight in Labor Day Weekend Kickoff
Families took to the beaches and Boardwalk on Saturday with one resonating theme, enjoy Labor Day weekend in Ocean City …
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August 31, 2019

Pedestrian Hit in Ocean City
A pedestrian was struck by a car at 10:21 a.m. at the corner of 34th Street and West Avenue on …
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August 31, 2019

Bay Avenue Project Update
In a project that starts Tuesday, the Cape May County Municipal Utilities Authority (CMCMUA) will replace/rehabilitate the force mains that …
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August 31, 2019

Airport, Skies Come Alive for Air Show Weekend
Things are looking up, Ocean City. Just because this weekend’s Labor Day festivities mark the unofficial end to the summer …

Friday, August 30

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August 30, 2019

Cape May County Honors Pharmacies on Opioid Awareness Day
Two Cape May County pharmacies were honored for the steps they have taken to combat the opioid epidemic. Freeholder Jeffrey …
August 30, 2019

Mayor’s Message: Aug. 30

Dear Friends, I would like to thank everybody for making the summer of 2019 such a successful one. Summer is …

August 30, 2019

O.C. Guarded Beaches After Labor Day Listed

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

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August 30, 2019

Ocean City, Upper Township Expands CERT Training Options
How can Ocean City and Upper Township’s Community Emergency Response Team (CERT) maintain certifications and keep pace with advancements in …
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August 30, 2019

OCHS Football Aces Final Pre-season Exam
It may have only been a scrimmage. But the Ocean City Red Raiders looked very good in their final pre-season …

Wednesday, August 28

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August 28, 2019

Seagull-Harassing Raptors May Stay Longer
Ozzy, OC, Tilda and the other raptors that have been spending part of their summer working in Ocean City may …
August 28, 2019

Swon Brothers and Josh Gracin Bring Country Music to Ocean City Friday Night

Country music comes to the Ocean City Music Pier on Friday, Aug. 30 with a concert featuring the Swon Brothers …

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August 28, 2019

Marina Opens in Somers Point
Somers Point officially unveiled its new bayfront marina during a ribbon-cutting ceremony Wednesday morning. The marina currently features 20 transient …
August 28, 2019

Weather Statement: Coastal Flood Advisory

The National Weather Service has issued a coastal flood advisory in effect for Ocean City from 5 p.m. Wednesday through …

Tuesday, August 27

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August 27, 2019

Wind Power Project Hot Topic in Ocean City
An ocean wind farm that would power more than a half a million New Jersey homes, create thousands of jobs …
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August 27, 2019

Todd J. Williams to Speak at O.C. Tabernacle
The president of Cairn University, Todd J. Williams, will be the featured speaker at the Ocean City Tabernacle at 8:30 …

Monday, August 26

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August 26, 2019

Ocean City Boy Slugs Way to Phillies’ Home Run Derby Finals
Maybe some of the home runs from Corey Clemens’ bat will rub off on the Phillies. Eight-year-old Corey, who will …
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August 26, 2019

Country Music Concert Kicks Off Labor Day Weekend in Ocean City
Country music comes to the Ocean City Music Pier on Friday, Aug. 30 with a concert featuring the Swon Brothers …

Sunday, August 25

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August 25, 2019

Ocean City Considers Eco-Friendly Options in Landscaping Contract
At virtually every City Council meeting, local environmental advocate Donna Moore appears before the governing body to talk about the …
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August 25, 2019

Two Former Miss Americas to Join O.C. Pops at Sept. 4 Concert
Local fans who will miss the Miss America Pageant when it moves to Connecticut can still catch a great show …

Saturday, August 24

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August 24, 2019

New Lights to Brighten 34th Street Gateway
Ocean City plans to brighten up the 34th Street entryway into town by installing permanent white lights. The city is …
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August 24, 2019

Tony Campolo Speaks at O.C. Tabernacle Sunday
Tony Campolo, a professor emeritus of sociology at Eastern University and a former faculty member at the University of Pennsylvania, …

Friday, August 23

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August 23, 2019

"The Flanders Supper Club 1923" Latest Amenity at O.C.’s Landmark Hotel
Ocean City’s only full-service resort hotel is constantly upgrading and adding amenities. The latest of which is one of its …
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August 23, 2019

Swon Brothers and Josh Gracin Bring Country Music to Ocean City
Country music comes to the Ocean City Music Pier on Friday, Aug. 30 with a concert featuring the Swon Brothers …
August 23, 2019

Mayor's Message: August 23

City Council last night gave final approval to an ordinance that authorizes the city to negotiate to buy or to …

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August 23, 2019

Raptors Chasing Away Gulls in Ocean City
Ozzy the owl made what was certainly an unprecedented appearance in City Council Chambers on Thursday night. His owner, Erik …

Thursday, August 22

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August 22, 2019

Surfing Fundraiser to Benefit Cancer Foundation
The Dean Randazzo Cancer Foundation is going to award surfers prizes for helping people with cancer, both on and off …
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August 22, 2019

Ocean City to Host Green Fair on Friday
Ocean City will host a Green Fair under the covered loggia of the Ocean City Music Pier from 9 a.m. …

Wednesday, August 21

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August 21, 2019

Carey Stadium Becomes Mecca for Football Fans, Programs
A modern invention, artificial turf, has given a whole new life to one of South Jersey’s oldest and most unique …
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August 21, 2019

O.C. Library to Host Events in Fall
The Ocean City Free Public Library is hosting several events through the fall. Some of the activities through the OC …

Tuesday, August 20

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August 20, 2019

Ocean City Housing Authority Makes "Remarkable Turnaround"
Ocean City’s public housing agency, just two years after reeling from shaky finances and an embezzlement scandal involving its former …
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August 20, 2019

"Guys and Dolls Jr." Performs at Music Pier
The Ocean City Theatre Company’s Junior Company will present Guys and Dolls Jr. on Aug. 23​ and 24​ at the …

Monday, August 19

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August 19, 2019

Banner Beach Season in Ocean City
Heading into the last few weeks of summer, Ocean City Beach Patrol Chief Mark Jamieson summed up what he thought …
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August 19, 2019

Ocean City Pops Continues Sizzling Summer
Now in its 91st season, the Ocean City Pops is mixing it up with a wide variety of musical talents …

Sunday, August 18

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August 18, 2019

O.C. Not For the Gulls With Falcon Program
Just weeks ago, Ocean City’s Boardwalk and beach at times had the appearance of the Hitchcock movie, “The Birds,” with …
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August 18, 2019

Offshore Wind Farm Developer to Hold Public Meeting in Ocean City Aug. 27
Representatives from offshore wind farm developer Orsted will host an informational community meeting to introduce their Ocean Wind project to …
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August 18, 2019

O.C. Berkshire Hathaway Realtors Honored
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Fox & Roach Realtors congratulates the following Ocean City sales associates and offices on being recognized as …
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August 18, 2019

NIV Pageant Committee Donates to American Legion Post 524
Ocean City’s Night in Venice Pageant Committee paid tribute to the American Legion’s century of helping veterans and their families …
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August 18, 2019

Natalie Argento Crowned Junior Miss O.C.
Natalie Argento, a rising sophomore at Ocean City High School, was crowned the 2020 Junior Miss Ocean City Saturday night …

Saturday, August 17

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August 17, 2019

O.C. Man Makes USA Parachute Team, Competes for World Title
By his own admission, Brian Stempin was never much of an athlete. “In high school I was more interested in …
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August 17, 2019

Can You be Zack Barr’s “Arms and Legs?”
When Dennis Noble passed away recently, Zack Barr lost more than his assistant. “Because of the man Dennis was, a …
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August 17, 2019

Newcomer Wins Little Miss Ocean City Crown
Twenty-four contestants for Little Miss Ocean City 2020 took to the Music Pier stage Friday night, wowed the crowds and …

Friday, August 16

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August 16, 2019

OCBP Takes Third in Final Lifeguard Race of Season
The Ocean City Beach Patrol finished the 2019 summer racing series on Friday evening with a third place finish at …
August 16, 2019

Mayor's Message: Aug. 16

Mayor Jay Gillian reported that Ocean City's bird abatement program targeting pesky gulls appears to be working. A city contractor, …

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August 16, 2019

Historic Tours Offer Fascinating Glimpse of Ocean City's Past
Historic trolley tours offer a fascinating glimpse of Ocean City's past. Stops include some of the most historic treasures in …

Thursday, August 15

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August 15, 2019

O.C. School District Gears up for New Year
The Ocean City School District's administration is excited about the 2019-2020 school year. School administrators started off getting ready for …
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August 15, 2019

Miss Crustacean Beauty Pageant, Crab Race Winners Announced
The city announced the winners of the madcap Miss Crustacean hermit crab beauty pageant. If that's not exciting enough for …

Wednesday, August 14

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August 14, 2019

Hermit Crabs Ignore Rain, Have Their Moment in Sun
You can’t keep a good crab down. Or for that matter, dozens of crabs. Ignoring on-and-off showers which took the …
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August 14, 2019

Walt Wiley, Point of Grace at O.C. Tabernacle
Walt Wiley, founder and president of Winning With Encouragement and long-time favorite at the Ocean City Tabernacle will speak in …
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August 14, 2019

Today’s Miss Crustacean Pageant to Proceed Rain or Shine
The Miss Crustacean Pageant in Ocean City will be held rain or shine at 6 p.m. Wednesday, August 14. If …

Tuesday, August 13

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August 13, 2019

Daks Kayaks Offers Fun on the Bay
Often, Ocean City is solely associated with the beach. However, just a few blocks away, opposite the ocean, is the …
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August 13, 2019

WebiMax Announces Celebration of its 11th Anniversary on Wentz-day
Global digital marketing agency WebiMax, the parent company of Mediawize, LLC and its online news sources, Downbeach.com, OCNJDaily.com, SomersPoint.com and …
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August 13, 2019

Army Veteran Honored by American Legion
Ocean City American Legion Post 524 welcomed Army veteran Jason Bruce and his family to “America’s Greatest Family Resort” on …

Monday, August 12

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August 12, 2019

Ocean City Church’s Generosity Helps Kids' Food Science Camp
St. Peter's United Methodist Church stepped in to lend its kitchen to one of Ocean City's day camps for kids. …
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August 12, 2019

Pageant Week in O.C. – for Humans and Hermit Crabs
A week of pageantry in Ocean City includes the Miss Crustacean Beauty Pageant on Wednesday, the Little Miss Ocean City …
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August 12, 2019

No Charges Filed in Pedestrian Death in O.C.
Cape May County Prosecutor Jeffrey H. Sutherland announced Monday that no criminal charges will be filed as a result of …
August 12, 2019

County to Hold Public Information Session Aug. 17 on Bay Avenue Project

The Cape May County Municipal Utilities Authority (CMCMUA) will host an information session and Q&A regarding the replacement and rehabilitation …

Sunday, August 11

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August 11, 2019

Safety Changes Made to Fatal Intersection
The anguish was obvious in his voice as Dr. John Albert spoke of the traffic accident that claimed the life …
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August 11, 2019

Boardwalk Business Donates Profits to Animal Sanctuary
A baby goat named Sadie Hope captured hearts and plenty of attention Wednesday on the Ocean City Boardwalk during a …
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August 11, 2019

Mary Grace Jamison Wins Miss Ocean City
Mary Grace Jamison was crowned Miss Ocean City 2020 on Saturday night during the annual pageant at the Music Pier. …

Saturday, August 10

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August 10, 2019

Kids Reel ’Em In at Fishing Club Tourney
The Ocean City Fishing Club held its 44th annual Boys and Girls Surf Fishing Tournament next to the Ocean City-Longport …
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August 10, 2019

Longport Wins S.J. Lifeguard Championships; Ocean City Takes Fourth
The Ocean City Beach Patrol competed in the last of the “big three” lifeguard races Friday evening on 33rd Street …

Friday, August 9

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August 9, 2019

Two WWII Heroes Reunite in Ocean City
Cpl. Clarence Smoyer, America’s most famous tank gunner and the subject of the new book “Spearhead: An American Tank Gunner, …
August 9, 2019

Mayor’s Message: Aug. 9

Mayor Jay Gillian is hopeful the city can acquire an entire block of land next to the Ocean City Community …

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August 9, 2019

Cape May-Lewes Ferry Gets Plaudits For Recycling Program
One might say two forces of nature have come together to promote, educate and improve the environment. The Delaware River …
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August 9, 2019

In Ocean City, Raptors Winning Battle of the Birds Against Seagulls
With a team of trained falcons, hawks and even an owl hot on their tail, Ocean City’s pesky seagulls appear …

Thursday, August 8

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August 8, 2019

OCBP Takes Fourth in Women's Invitational
As the summer draws to a close, the women of the Ocean City Beach Patrol competed Thursday evening in the …
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August 8, 2019

Abundance of Adorable at O.C. Baby Parade
Mermaids, “Toy Story,” Ocean City-themed strollers and even a future Prom King and Queen sitting in a wagon at the …

Wednesday, August 7

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August 7, 2019

Harbor Outfitters Offers Best in Sports Supplies
When it is time to put down the mobile devices and head outside, be sure to stop by Harbor Outfitters …
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August 7, 2019

O.C. School District Appoints New Athletic Director and Intermediate School Principal
In two major personnel moves, the Ocean City Board of Education has approved Geoffrey Haines as the school district’s new …
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August 7, 2019

Michael Card at O.C. Tabernacle on Sunday
Singer, songwriter, author and Bible teacher Michael Card will speak at the 8:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m. services and perform …
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August 7, 2019

A.C. Blackjacks Receiver Co-Rookie of Year
Atlantic City Blackjacks wide receiver Antwane Grant was named Co-Rookie of the Year on Tuesday alongside Columbus Destroyers wideout and …

Tuesday, August 6

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August 6, 2019

Superstar Skater Sky Brown Wows Her Fans in Ocean City
Anticipation was Sky high. The excitement level was Sky high, too. And why not? Sky Brown, the 11-year-old international skateboarding, …
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August 6, 2019

Kids Crawl Their Way to Glory in Pamper Scamper
More than 50 of the youngest and fastest new Ocean City residents and visitors raced in the Pamper Scamper on …
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August 6, 2019

Sky Brown to Lead Ocean City Baby Parade
The Ocean City Baby Parade returns to the Boardwalk for the 110th time at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 8. The …
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August 6, 2019

Stores Evacuated Following Chemical Spill in Downtown Ocean City
Nearby stores were evacuated as a precaution Tuesday during the cleanup of a chemical spill on the 700 block of …
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August 6, 2019

OCBP Takes Second in Rescue Board Races
Beach patrols from Sea Girt in Monmouth County down to Wildwood Crest in Cape May County competed Monday in the …

Monday, August 5

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August 5, 2019

“Watch Birds” Take Flight in O.C. to Scare Seagulls
Birds of prey Tilda, OC and Ozzy are taking to the Ocean City skies to scare away the pesky seagulls …
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August 5, 2019

Walk for the Wounded Sept. 28 in Ocean City
Operation First Response will hold the 11th Annual Walk for the Wounded to benefit wounded soldiers and their families Saturday, …

Sunday, August 4

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August 4, 2019

Ocean City Honors Hometown Hero and WWII Veteran Joe Caserta
A friend, gentleman, family man, an inspiration, a hero and patriot are just some of the words used to describe …
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August 4, 2019

Ocean City Fishing Pier Open House Benefits Food Cupboard
More than 100 pounds of food was collected during an open house at the Ocean City Fishing Club. The open …

Saturday, August 3

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August 3, 2019

Falcons Arrive to Chase Away Pesky Seagulls
Jackie McLeer joked that the seagulls “must have gotten the text message or memo.” The Ocean City resident looked around …
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August 3, 2019

Boardwalk Art Show is Picture Perfect
The 57th edition of the Boardwalk Art Show, one of Ocean City’s oldest summer events, added a new twist this …
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August 3, 2019

Exotic Cars Cruise Into Ocean City
A striking display of new and vintage exotic cars worth millions of dollars lined the grounds of the Ocean City …

Friday, August 2

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August 2, 2019

Ocean City Beach Patrol Has Off Night in Margate Memorials
The Ocean City Beach Patrol participated in Friday evening’s Margate Memorials, where Longport Beach Patrol took the team title for …
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August 2, 2019

Mayor's Message: Falcon Company to Target Nuisance Seagulls
Mayor Jay Gillian announced that Ocean City has hired a company that will use falcons, hawks and owls to scare …

Thursday, August 1

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August 1, 2019

Versatile Katherine Jenkins and O.C. Pops: Perfect Together
Katherine Jenkins is a classical music icon, and someone who is very accomplished performing many other different types of music. …
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August 1, 2019

Seeing Double in Ocean City
Ocean City held its annual Twins Contest on July 31 in front of the Music Pier on the Boardwalk. The …
August 1, 2019

Hoy’s 5&10 is the Fun Place to Shop

Hoy’s 5&10 has been the fun place to shop for over 75 years. It is not your typical 5&10 store, …