Saturday, August 31

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 …

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 …

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 …

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

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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

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 …

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 …

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 …

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

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 …

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

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 …

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

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 …

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

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 …

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

"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 …

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 …

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 …

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

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 …

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

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 …

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

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 …

"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

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 …

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

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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

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 …

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 …

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

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 …

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, …

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

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 …

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

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 …

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 …

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

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 …

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 …

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

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. …

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 …

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 …

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

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 …

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 …

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

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 …

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

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, …

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 …

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 …

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

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 …

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

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 …

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 …

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 …

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

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, …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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

“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 …

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

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 …

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

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 …

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 …

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

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 …

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

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. …

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 …

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, …