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Thursday, April 30

Tom Rotondi Makes Voters’ Needs Top Priority in 2nd Ward Election

When describing his experience, Tom Rotondi, who is running unopposed for the 2nd Ward City Council seat in Ocean City, …

O.C. School Board Approves Budget

The Ocean City Board of Education held its first virtual meeting, adopted the budget for the 2020-21 school year, gave …

Cape May County Continues to Monitor Positive COVID-19 Cases

The Cape May County Department of Health reported Thursday that 340 people have tested positive and 21 have died from …

Wednesday, April 29

O.C. Education Foundation, School District Shows Seniors "Sign" of Appreciation

The Ocean City New Jersey Education Foundation (OCNJEF) ordered yard signs for each member of the 2020 graduating class to …

Recovery Initiative Task Force Works Toward Re-Opening County

Cape May County’s Recovery Initiative is making progress toward a plan to re-open the County, according to a county release. …

Rotary Club Hosts Author of “The Drowning of Money Island”

The Rotary Club of Ocean City - Upper Township will hold an online program Thursday, April 30 with Andrew Lewis, …

County Reports New COVID-19 Death

The Cape May County Department of Health reported Wednesday that there are 323 people have now tested positive and an …

Gov. Murphy Announces Plans to Reopen Parks, Golf Courses

Gov. Phil Murphy signed an executive order Wednesday to reopen the state parks and allow county parks and golf courses …

Tuesday, April 28

O.C. Block Party Offers “Virtually” Everything

Since shoppers can't go to what is traditionally a blockbuster annual Ocean City Spring Block Party, the merchants thought of …

United Methodist Communities: Letter to the Editor

Lawrence D. Carlson, president and CEO of United Methodist Communities, pays tribute to the "unsung heroes" of the coronavirus pandemic: …

County Reports 12 New Coronavirus Cases

The Cape May County Health Department reported 12 new coronavirus cases on Tuesday. Cape May County has a total of …

Monday, April 27

O.C.’s “Mr. Mature” to Airlift COVID-19 Aid From Philly Region

It’s been a high flying year for Jack Merritt, Ocean City’s reigning Mr. Mature America. Things will reach even greater …

Two More Cape May County Residents Die of Coronavirus

The Cape May County Health Department reported Monday that a 65-year-old woman from Dennis Township and a 92-year-old woman from …

Sunday, April 26

Ocean City Awaits Word to Welcome Back Vacationers

Ocean City is getting ready to welcome visitors back as soon as the coronavirus restrictions are lifted. The Ocean City …

Cape May County Reports New COVID-19 Death

The Cape May County Department of Health on Sunday confirmed one new death and three new coronavirus cases, bringing the …

Bay Avenue Construction Update

The contractor overseeing Bay Avenue's reconstruction has completed the installation of the new 20-inch diameter PVC pipe, backfilled and temporarily …

Saturday, April 25

Deauville Inn Gets Ready for Unveiling

When Tim Fox bought the Deauville Inn last year, he was determined to blend the historic building’s old-fashioned charms with …

American Legion “Paying It Forward” To Local Heroes

Ocean City’s Morvay-Miley American Legion Post 524 family (veterans, auxiliary and Sons of the Legion) is known for putting service …

Friday, April 24

Lacrosse Players Become Pen Pals During Pandemic

As the global pandemic of COVID-19 forces the world to adapt to new ways of communicating and interacting, virtual platforms …

Mayor’s Message: April 24

Mayor Jay Gillian is expressing a big "Thank you" to all of the people who are working on the front …

Ocean City Yacht Club Hosting Blood Drive

The American Red Cross is holding a blood drive at the Ocean City Yacht Club at 100 Bay Road on …

26 New COVID-19 Cases in County

The Cape May County Department of Health confirmed 26 new cases of the coronavirus on Friday, bringing the total number …

Councilman Tony Wilson Seeks Re-election on Record of Getting Things Done

Tony Wilson says he has never been much interested in being a politician. But he is absolutely committed to serving …

Thursday, April 23

Ocean City to Give Relief on Late Tax Payments During Pandemic

Ocean City will be providing some financial relief during the coronavirus pandemic for residents and other property owners who may …

21 New Cases of COVID-19 in County

The Cape May County Department of Health confirmed 21 new cases of the coronavirus on Thursday, bringing the total number …

Wednesday, April 22

Mail-In Ballots for O.C. Election Start Arriving This Week

In her 34 years of working in the Cape May County Clerk’s Office, Rita Marie Fulginiti has seen nothing else …

Two O.C. Wawa Employees Test Positive for COVID-19

Memos hung in the windows at the front of the Wawa at 110 34th Street in Ocean City direct customers …

Two More County Residents Die of Coronavirus

The Cape May County Health Department announced two new deaths and three new cases of coronavirus on Wednesday. The latest …

Tuesday, April 21

Construction Begins in May on Major Housing Project

After a slight delay caused by the coronavirus pandemic, Ocean City’s public housing agency said Tuesday that it plans to …

County Reports More COVID-19 Cases

The Cape May County Department of Health announced Tuesday four new cases of coronavirus and provided an update of recovered …

Martin Z. Mollusk Will Try to Save the Summer on May 9

Martin Z. Mollusk will face the challenge of a lifetime on May 9, as he attempts to predict an early …

Monday, April 20

O.C. Library Still Keeping Patrons Engaged -- Virtually

This week is National Library Week and the theme chosen by the American Library Association is "find your place at …

Cape May County Reports Two New Coronavirus Deaths

The Cape May County Department of Health announced Monday two new coronavirus deaths and provided an update on the number …

Sunday, April 19

City Council Candidate Jody Levchuk Ready to Go to Work

Jody Levchuk, whose family owns Jilly’s Boardwalk shops in Ocean City, is running for the Third Ward City Council seat …

Fans, Media, Coaches, Players Adjust to Life Without Sports

For more than four decades, Sam Carchidi has been watching and writing about live sports events. When he wasn’t doing …

Seven New Coronavirus Cases in County

The Cape May County Department of Health reported Sunday that the number of COVID-19 cases has increased by seven, making …

Bay Avenue Construction Update

The Cape May County Municipal Utilities Authority is replacing and rehabilitating the force mains that carry wastewater to the treatment …

Saturday, April 18

Pinelands Preservation Alliance Webinar to Focus on Dune Protection

When Hurricane Sandy pummeled the New Jersey coast in 2012, some areas were devastated, while others were relatively unscathed or …

Cape May County Zoo Gives Virtual Look into World of Wildlife

Amid the pandemic, visitors can’t explore the wonders of wildlife at the Cape May County Park and Zoo in Cape …

Cape May County Reports Four More Coronavirus Cases

The Cape May County Department of Health reported Saturday that the number of COVID-19 cases has increased by four, making …

Friday, April 17

HSOC Continues Top Care For Shelter Animals in Pandemic

Directors of the Humane Society of Ocean City, a no-kill shelter off Tennessee Avenue, have had to make some changes …

Mayor’s Message: COVID-19 Update

Mayor Jay Gillian announced Friday that planning has started for the day Ocean City can begin to reopen. He noted …

Cape May County Reports One New Death From Coronavirus

The Cape May County Department of Health reported Friday that a 75-year-old woman from Lower Township has died from COVID-19 …

OCNJ CARE Off to Fast Start in Aiding Those Impacted by COVID-19 Pandemic

To “hit the ground running” is an aspiration with most new programs or enterprises, but for the newly re-started OCNJ …

Thursday, April 16

Bridge Agency to Mail Out Bills for Cash Tolls

Motorists who usually pay their tolls in cash have been getting a break lately while crossing over the five Ocean …

Cape May County Reports Two More Coronavirus Deaths

The Cape May County Department of Health reported Thursday that a 63-year-old woman from Woodbine and a 93-year-old Lower Township …

Wednesday, April 15

O.C.'s Julia Rae Looks for Love and Fame on "The Bachelor" Spinoff

Julia Rae sat in her family’s home in Ocean City and recalled the beginning of her career as a performer, …

Cape May County Confirms Eight New Cases of Coronavirus

The Cape May County Health Department on Wednesday reported eight new cases of COVID-19, bringing the total number to 187 …

Ocean City to Bring Back Seagull-Chasing Raptors

If you’re swimming in the ocean and suddenly the lifeguard yells “Shark!” what would you do? You’d get the heck …

Tuesday, April 14

Two More Coronavirus Deaths Reported in Cape May County

Cape May County reported two new deaths and 12 more cases of coronavirus on Tuesday. The two new deaths were …

Monday, April 13

Wilson Plumbing Donates Easter Dinners for Assisted Living Residents

Residents of the Wesley by the Bay assisted living facility received free, hearty Easter Sunday dinners, courtesy of Wilson Plumbing …

Storm Packs a Wild, All-Day Punch

A storm ripped through Ocean City with wind gusts nearing 70 mph Monday, leaving debris, downed trees, power outages and …

Cape May County COVID-19 Cases Rise

Cape May County reported Monday there are now 167 confirmed cases of COVID-19 and eight deaths overall in the county, …

Special Weather Statement: Tornado Watch

A tornado watch has been issued by the National Weather Service through 7 p.m. Monday. Cape May County is among …

Sunday, April 12

Wheels in Motion For More Bike-Friendly Amenities in O.C.

All one has to do is take a walk downtown or in any neighborhood in Ocean City and there they …

Virtual Stroll Easter Winners Announced

The city provided the winners of the Virtual Easter Stroll on Sunday night along with a message of thanks. The …

Special Weather Statement: High Winds

The National Weather Service has issued a High Wind Watch in effect for Ocean City from Monday morning through Monday …

Saturday, April 11

Community Responds in Big Way to Purchase Needed Medical Masks

The effort by a group of Ocean City men to purchase and deliver medical grade protective masks to aid the …

OCTC Shows Go On – Virtually

With a pandemic, the Ocean City Theatre Company is at a standstill. There are no rehearsals. No shows. No camp …

O.C. Lacrosse Phenom Needs Your Votes for National Honors

Dylan Dwyer has been playing lacrosse since he was in fifth grade and has been dedicated to working on his …

Cape May County Reports Three New Coronavirus Deaths

Three new deaths and 29 more cases of coronavirus were reported Saturday in Cape May County. The latest deaths from …

Friday, April 10

O.C. Churches Pivot Into Virtual Easter Events, Services

Anyone who is a part of the Ocean City community as a permanent member or a devoted visitor will tell …

Ocean City Families Unite to Fundraise For Shore Medical Center

The Bickings and Monihans, both of Ocean City, share a bond of not just being neighbors and friends, but as …

Mayor’s Message: "Thank You"

Mayor Jay Gillian is extending a big "Thank you" to everyone in the community for assisting others during the COVID-19 …

Ocean City Officials Looking Forward to Post-Coronavirus Recovery

Ocean City officials confidently predicted Thursday night that the resort town will come roaring back as strong as ever once …

Thursday, April 9

Cape May County Reports Increase in Coronavirus Cases

Cape May County reported Thursday that the number of coronavirus cases has climbed to 116 and there have been four …

Wednesday, April 8

Mail-in Ballots For Municipal Election on the Way

Ocean City voters will have an election like no other. And like the other stay-at-home orders for safety during the …

Cape May County Reports More Cases of COVID-19

Cape May County’s total number of COVID-19 cases has increased to 111, including three deaths. The latest death is an …

Partnership for a Drug-Free N.J. to Hold Free Opioid Recovery Webinar

Those in recovery from opioid addiction during the COVID-19 pandemic can be facing a very challenging situation. This time at …

Cape May County Bans Hotel Stays, Short-Term Rentals

The Cape May County Board of Chosen Freeholders voted on Tuesday that all hotels, motels, guest houses and other transient, …

Tuesday, April 7

O.C. Police Begin Wearing Protective Masks

Ocean City police officers are used to wearing body armor to protect them from gunfire. Now, they have added another …

Nursing Home Resident Dies of COVID-19

Victoria Manor in Lower Township announced Tuesday that an 86-year-old male resident with significant underlying health conditions who was recently …

Mayor's Message: No Time for Finger-Pointing

Mayor Jay Gillian is urging the community to work together and avoid finger-pointing to help Ocean City overcome the coronavirus …

Care Facility in Cape May County Reports Multiple COVID-19 Cases

The Cape May County Health Department (CMCHD) confirmed that 15 residents and 11 staff members at Victoria Manor, 3809 Bayshore …

Monday, April 6

O.C. Coach, Gridders Deal With “New Reality”

“Find a way.” It’s the longtime motto of the Ocean City High School football team under Head Coach Kevin Smith. …

O.C. Easter Fashion Stroll to Go Virtual

One of Ocean City’s longest running traditions will continue to stroll on -- virtually! Put on your Easter best and …

Sunday, April 5

Police Thank Couple with O.C. Ties For Sanitizer Donation

The members of the Ocean City Police Department are on the front lines, along with other essential workers throughout the …

Bay Avenue Construction Update

The Cape May County Municipal Utilities Authority is replacing and rehabilitating the force mains that carry wastewater to the treatment …

Saturday, April 4

Convenience and Accessibility Top O.C.'s Beach, Boardwalk Priorities

Beaches and Boardwalks are closed to visitors and residents in Ocean City in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic. But …

O.C. Sons of the American Legion Donate $5,000 to Homeless Vets

Ocean City’s Squadron 524 Sons of the American Legion is helping give new life to a once vacant campground on …

Cape May County Confirms First COVID-19 Death

The Cape May County Department of Health reported Saturday that a 72-year-old woman from Upper Township died from COVID -19. …

Friday, April 3

North End Beaches to Get More Sand - in Time

A project to pump sand onto the north end beaches of Ocean City to fill in what was lost to …

Cape May County to Open Drive-Through COVID-19 Testing Site

The Cape May County Department of Health and CompleteCare Health Network are partnering to open a drive-through COVID-19 testing site. …

Cape May County Confirms Four More Cases of COVID-19

Cape May County reported four new COVID-19 cases on Friday, bringing the total number in the county to 53. The …

Mayor's Message: April 3

Mayor Jay Gillian announced Friday that Ocean City's Spring Block Party scheduled for May 2 has been canceled because of …

Coastal Flood Watch in Effect

The National Weather Service has issued a Coastal Flood Watch in effect for Ocean City from late Friday night through …

Thursday, April 2

VFW Steps Up With Meals for Those in Need

“We are in a war. It is a war against an invisible enemy,” said Mike Morrissey, VFW Post 6650 commander. …

Girls Weekend in O.C. Goes "Virtual" Amid Pandemic

When Girls Weekend in Ocean City was canceled due to the coronavirus pandemic, Candice Kolins, owner of Cruise Control Gear …

Cape May County Confirms 16 New Cases of COVID-19

Cape May County reported 16 new cases of coronavirus on Thursday. The people include a 79-year-old female, 49-year-old male, 57-year-old …

Spring Block Party Canceled in Wake of Coronavirus Outbreak

The Ocean City Regional Chamber of Commerce announced Thursday that the annual Spring Block Party scheduled for May 2 has …

Wednesday, April 1

Closure of Route 52 Walkway Opens Up New Places to Exercise

Exercising is still one of the activities allowed outdoors in New Jersey, where the cases of coronavirus continue to rise …

Cape May County COVID-19 Cases Rise to 33

Cape May County’s number of COVID-19 cases has increased by seven, bringing the total to 33. Eleven of the people …

Police Chiefs Show Their Support for Healthcare Workers

The Cape May County Chiefs of Police Association is showing support for local healthcare professionals who are working on the …