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Sunday, March 31

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March 31, 2019

Girl Skaters Head to O.C. for “Chica de Mayo”
Champions of inclusion are rare. A 12-year-old champion of inclusion? Let’s just say the only one we know is pretty …
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March 31, 2019

O.C. Councilwoman Bergman to Receive "Salute to Working Women" Award
The Ocean City Regional Chamber of Commerce announces that Karen Bergman, Councilwoman and Director of Catering for the Flanders Hotel, …

Saturday, March 30

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March 30, 2019

Sproles Steals the Memorabilia Show in O.C.
Donna Govan was ready. The Ocean City resident got up early Saturday morning and walked from her home a few …
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March 30, 2019

Featured Speaker Inspires at Women's Conference in Ocean City
Women of all faiths from Ocean City and the surrounding area gathered for a one-day women’s conference Saturday that organizers …
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March 30, 2019

HERO Campaign Receives Award For "Greater Good" Film Making
The John R. Elliott HERO Campaign For Designated Drivers has been selected by the 17th annual Garden State Film Festival …
March 30, 2019

A.C. Electric Service Outages April 1-5

Atlantic City Electric will continue with service upgrades causing temporary power outages in different parts of Ocean City. Following are …

Friday, March 29

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March 29, 2019

Upgrades to Help Music Pier Hit a High Note
Only a year after its devastating 1927 Boardwalk fire, Ocean City began construction on a grand concert hall that was …
March 29, 2019

Mayor's Message: March 29

Mayor Jay Gillian says Ocean City is working to correct misleading information by a nonprofit group studying rising sea levels …

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March 29, 2019

Tree Seedlings Giveaway in O.C. on April 1
Free tree seedlings will be available to Ocean City residents on April 1 as part of the New Jersey Tree …
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March 29, 2019

All-Star Basketball Saturday in Ocean City
Prime Events 18th annual All-Star Saturday will be held on Saturday with top seniors from the Cape-Atlantic League facing off …
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March 29, 2019

Council Approves Funding for Affordable Housing
City Council approved a $6.6 million bond ordinance Thursday night for affordable housing construction, including a new project that will …

Thursday, March 28

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March 28, 2019

O.C. Man Sentenced in Death of Girlfriend
An Ocean City man was sentenced Wednesday to 19 years in prison for killing his girlfriend, Cape May County Prosecutor …
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March 28, 2019

Northend Beach Grill Will Reopen For Summer
The Northend Beach Grill, tucked in the powdery sands in the upscale Gardens section of Ocean City, will once again …

Wednesday, March 27

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March 27, 2019

Freeholder Incumbents Hayes, Thornton File for Re-Election Bids
Freeholder E. Marie Hayes, an Ocean City resident, and Freeholder Director Gerald Thornton, of Cape May Court House, are officially …

Tuesday, March 26

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March 26, 2019

OCHS Student-Athletes Set Sights on College
Twin brothers Hunter and Trevor Paone, who play soccer, were part of Ocean City High School’s annual Spring Signing and …
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March 26, 2019

Memorial Service Planned June 8 for Sea Isle Native Killed in Plane Crash
A memorial service is planned on June 8 for Sea Isle City native and surfer Matt Vecere, who was killed …

Monday, March 25

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March 25, 2019

Star OCHS Diver Turns Sights to Sky With Meteorology
The sky's the limit for Ocean City High School senior Isabella Wamsher. The star diver is heading to the University …
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March 25, 2019

Sproles, Stairs to Highlight Sports Memorabilia Show
Two players who helped bring championship rings to Philadelphia will be part of the second annual Sports Memorabilia Show on …
March 25, 2019

A.C. Electric Service Outages March 26-29

Atlantic City Electric will continue with service upgrades causing temporary power outages in different parts of Ocean City. Following are …

Sunday, March 24

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March 24, 2019

Ocean City’s Forum Motel Under New Ownership
The Forum motel, a block from the beach at Eighth Street and Atlantic Avenue has been sold to two brothers …

Saturday, March 23

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March 23, 2019

Readers Clear Shelves at Bustling Book Sale
Hardbound books, paperbacks, fiction, nonfiction, children’s titles and even audio books and CDs were available at bargain prices at the …
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March 23, 2019

School Board Budget Keeps Tax Rate Flat
The Ocean City Board of Education introduced a school budget for the 2019-20 school year with no tax increase. The …

Friday, March 22

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March 22, 2019

Ocean City Moms Run for Kids With Down Syndrome
There were many highlights of Jen Polcini’s and Melissa Flink’s participation in a 48-hour, 250-plus mile relay run to raise …
March 22, 2019

Parents, Teens Invited to Seminar in Ocean City and Upper Twp. on Substance Abuse

With prom and graduation season on the immediate horizon – and in recognition of April being “Alcohol Awareness Month” – …

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March 22, 2019

Mayor's Message: March 22
In his weekly Mayor's Message, Mayor Jay Gillian pays tribute to two Ocean City moms, Jennifer Polcini and Melissa Flink, …
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March 22, 2019

Chamber of Commerce's Cashless App May Revolutionize Ocean City Tourism
In what may revolutionize the tourism industry at the Jersey Shore, the Ocean City Regional Chamber of Commerce is getting …

Thursday, March 21

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March 21, 2019

Library's Spring Book Sale is Coming Up
Sure signs of spring: beach tag sales are picking up, second homeowners are getting their places opened up and cleaned …
March 21, 2019

Special Weather Statement: Flood Advisory

The National Weather Service issued a Flood Advisory Thursday afternoon for Ocean City. The latest forecast calls for heavy rain …

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March 21, 2019

After 50 years, Wiesenthal’s Auto Repair Shop to Close in Ocean City
In 1968, the Wiesenthal brothers, Don and Glenn, were beginning their more than a half century of auto repair and …

Wednesday, March 20

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March 20, 2019

OCHS Winter Athletes Recognized
Ocean City High School athletes in winter track, wrestling, swimming, diving, and basketball were honored during a ceremony at a …
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March 20, 2019

O.C. Art Show and Exhibition Winners Announced
The Ocean City Fine Arts League presents the winners in the “Shadows” Art Show and Exhibition in March. First place: …

Tuesday, March 19

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March 19, 2019

Big Plans For Blockbuster O.C. After-Prom
Ocean City’s After Prom Committee is celebrating a milestone – 2019 is the 25th year that it will host an …
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March 19, 2019

O.C. Man Busted With 20 Pounds of Pot
Police seized 20 pounds of marijuana from a home in the Ocean City Housing Authority on Friday, March 15, resulting …

Monday, March 18

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March 18, 2019

Keyboardist's Vocal Performance Sways City Council
Bryan Woolbert is a visually impaired college student who plays his electric keyboard on the Ocean City Boardwalk to entertain …

Sunday, March 17

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March 17, 2019

Night Skate a Bright Idea at O.C. Skatepark
Let there be lights! A special event at the Ocean City Skatepark will make the fondest wish of many skaters …
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March 17, 2019

Get Ready for "Broadway on the Boardwalk"
On June 26 at 7:30 p.m., Broadway will come to the Boardwalk as professional performers appearing in the Greater Ocean …
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March 17, 2019

Green Mustaches in Vogue at O.C. Primary School
In honor of National Nutrition Month, AtlantiCare’s Healthy Schools, Healthy Children initiative came to the Ocean City Primary School on …

Saturday, March 16

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March 16, 2019

It's One Big Carnival in Ocean City
On Saturday, the seventh annual Spring Carnival hosted by the Ocean City Parent Teacher Association brought together students, teachers and …
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March 16, 2019

Richie Flemming Crowned Mr. OCHS
Perhaps it was the crushed velvet cranberry color suit jacket, or the song and dance routine to an '80s dance …

Friday, March 15

March 15, 2019

Mayor’s Message: March 15

City Council last night introduced the proposed municipal budget for 2019, and Finance Director Frank Donato made a presentation on …

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March 15, 2019

Local Taxes Stay Stable in 2019 Budget
In a meeting dominated by financial matters, City Council on Thursday night introduced a municipal budget that keeps local property …

Thursday, March 14

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March 14, 2019

OCHS Students Grab a Piece of the "Pi"
Students at Ocean City High School celebrated Pi Day on Thursday with some mathematically inspired fun and games. The mostly …
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March 14, 2019

Republican Ticket Finalized at Cape GOP Convention
The Cape May County Republican organization finalized its ticket Wednesday for the November general election at its convention in Avalon. …

Wednesday, March 13

March 13, 2019

O.C. Tabernacle Sells Moorlyn Theatre

The Ocean City Tabernacle confirmed Wednesday that it sold the Moorlyn Family Theatre at Moorlyn Terrace and the Boardwalk for …

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March 13, 2019

Ocean City PTA to Host Fundraiser in Sea Isle
The Ocean City School District’s Parent-Teacher Association invites the public to enjoy “A Night in Monte Carlo” on Saturday, April …

Tuesday, March 12

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March 12, 2019

Mystery, Intrigue Promised at OCEF Fundraiser
Two organizations are joining forces to host an exciting night that involves action, intrigue, mystery and, not to mention, great …
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March 12, 2019

Sea Isle Native Killed in Plane Crash Remembered as Humanitarian
When news broke of a devastating earthquake hitting the island nation of Haiti in 2010, Sea Isle City native Matt …
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March 12, 2019

O.C. Recreation Manager Receives Award
The New Jersey Recreation and Park Association awarded the Michael B. Berman Award for Administrative Excellence to Wendy Moyle, assistant …
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March 12, 2019

O.C. Councilman McClellan Seeking Assembly Seat
Antwan McClellan, Ocean City’s Second Ward Councilman, has announced his candidacy in the New Jersey District 1 Assembly race. “I’ve …

Monday, March 11

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March 11, 2019

Officials Tout Benefits of Federal Grant Program
The city hosted a public hearing Monday to hear what ideas the public had for utilizing Community Development Block Grant …
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March 11, 2019

Police Continue to Investigate Ocean City Cold Case
Law enforcement continues to investigate a case that has remained unsolved for a decade. Monday marked the 10th anniversary of …

Sunday, March 10

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March 10, 2019

O.C. Chamber of Commerce Ready for Summer Season
The Ocean City Regional Chamber of Commerce released its 2018 Annual Review detailing the ways it is showcasing the resort’s …
March 10, 2019

A.C. Electric Service Outages March 11-15

Atlantic City Electric will continue with service upgrades causing temporary power outages in different parts of Ocean City. Following are …

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March 10, 2019

Museum Seeks More Information About Ocean City's "Surf Men"
Risking their lives to save others, the “surf men” who toiled at the U.S. Life-Saving Station 30 faced possible serious …

Saturday, March 9

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March 9, 2019

Ocean City Happenings: Girls Weekend, Doo-Dah Parade
The fourth annual Girls Weekend from April 5 to April 7 will showcase all that Ocean City’s downtown retail district …

Friday, March 8

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March 8, 2019

Josie Kelly’s Ready for First St. Patrick’s Day
If it seems like every day is St. Patrick’s Day at Josie Kelly’s Public House, then what of the Real …
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March 8, 2019

World Voyage 2019: Third Letter
Ocean City author Henry Bender takes us on a colorful tour of exotic New Zealand in the latest installment chronicling …
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March 8, 2019

Mayor’s Message: March 8
In his weekly "Mayor's Message," Mayor Jay Gillian updates the public on a number of key infrastructure projects around town. …
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March 8, 2019

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 for …
March 8, 2019

AARP to Host "Green Burials" Seminar

The Ocean City AARP Chapter 1062 is holding a seminar March 15 from 12:30 p.m. to 2 p.m. for members …

Thursday, March 7

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March 7, 2019

Thomas H. Heist Insurance Agency Treats Customers Like Family
Tom Heist IV sat down for an interview to discuss what keeps his family’s agency, Thomas H. Heist Insurance Agency …

Wednesday, March 6

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March 6, 2019

“Coffee With Cops” Perks Up Community Relations in Ocean City
Patrons of the Dead End Bakehouse at 1050 Bay Avenue received a pleasant surprise Wednesday when they stopped in for …
March 6, 2019

County Extends "Code Blue" Advisory

The Cape May County Office of Emergency Management has extended a “Code Blue” advisory for all of Cape May County …

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March 6, 2019

O.C. Library to Present “Free Willy”
The Ocean City Environmental Commission and Ocean City Free Public Library will present the movie “Free Willy” at 2 p.m. …

Tuesday, March 5

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March 5, 2019

Women’s Conference Joins Area Church Members for Fellowship
Women of all faiths from Ocean City are invited to a one-day women’s conference that organizers say will forge bonds …
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March 5, 2019

Dean Randazzo Cancer Foundation's Comedy For A Cause Is March 23
Comedians Brad Trackman and Michael Brooks are teaming up with the Dean Randazzo Cancer Foundation for a night of laughs …

Monday, March 4

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March 4, 2019

Ocean City Battles hard; Comes up short in Group Three Final
The Ocean City Girl’s Basketball team fell to rival Mainland in the South Jersey Group Three Final Monday night by …
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March 4, 2019

O.C. Happenings: Sports Show Features Darren Sproles, Matt Stairs
With eight minutes remaining between winning or going home, Ocean City was not about to go down without a fight. …
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March 4, 2019

Free Seedlings Available
Free tree seedlings will be available to Ocean City residents on April 1 as part of the New Jersey Tree …

Sunday, March 3

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March 3, 2019

Sports and Civic Center Getting Facelift
Aesthetically speaking, Ocean City’s Sports and Civic Center isn’t likely to win any architectural awards anytime soon, if ever, for …
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March 3, 2019

Last Call Wrestling Tournament Attracted Families From Near and Far
Sunday, March 3rd, the Ocean City Junior Wrestling Program hosted the "Last Call Wrestling Tournament." The event garnered over 2000 …
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March 3, 2019

PHS Shows Its ‘Flower Power’ at Spectacular Philadelphia Flower Show
PHILADELPHIA – With a theme that pays tribute to the power of flowers, the Pennsylvania Horitcultural Society's 2019 Philadelphia Flower …
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March 3, 2019

Boardwalk Entertainers Told to Quiet Down
City Council is putting a hush on Boardwalk entertainers with an ordinance to eliminate amplifiers. The ordinance was approved on …

Saturday, March 2

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March 2, 2019

O.C. Girls Advance to Group 3 Final; Baruffi Records 400th Career Win
Ocean City outlasted Toms River East, 46-41, Saturday in a tough South Jersey Group 3 girls’ basketball semifinal playoff game …
March 2, 2019

County Issues “Code Blue” Advisory

The Cape May County Office of Emergency Management has issued a “Code Blue” advisory for the entire county from Sunday, …

March 2, 2019

A.C. Electric Service Outages March 4-8

Atlantic City Electric will continue with service upgrades causing temporary power outages in different parts of Ocean City. Following are …

Friday, March 1

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March 1, 2019

Read All About It: Library Facelift Set for Fall
From events in lecture halls, to sign language classes, story time for children and the popular weekly reading club for …
March 1, 2019

Mayor's Message: March 1

Mayor Jay Gillian discusses Ocean City's proposed 2019 municipal budget in his weekly message to the public. The budget includes …

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March 1, 2019

North End Neighborhood Drainage Project Update
The city has released the latest update on construction work for the North End Neighborhood Drainage Project. Details follow for …
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March 1, 2019

Mayor Promises No Tax Increase In 2019
Delivering a dose of good news to homeowners, Mayor Jay Gillian announced during his annual State of the City address …
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March 1, 2019

Ocean City Council Says No Way to Marijuana
City Council took a strong stance Thursday night to preserve the community’s family-friendly atmosphere. To go with its ban on …