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Thursday, December 31

Revelers Enjoy Safe, Happy New Year’s Celebration

Bidding farewell to 2020 isn’t likely going to make people shed tears amid a pandemic. People strolling on the Boardwalk …

Mayor’s Message: Dec. 31

As Ocean City enters the new year, Mayor Jay Gillian is asking the Community Services Department to reach out to …

Wednesday, December 30

Ocean City's Affordable Housing Plan to Include Five New Duplexes

Ocean City is planning to mix in another type of “affordable housing” for families thanks to a new $2 million …

COVID-19 Vaccinations to Begin for Health Care Workers

The Cape May County Health Department is beginning COVID-19 vaccinations for health care professionals, including front line health care workers …

Tuesday, December 29

Dredging Underway in Snug Harbor

A giant excavator sitting atop a barge is using its claw to scoop out black muck from lagoons and channels …

Featured Rental: Dec. 29

Address: 828 E 6th St, Ocean City, NJ 08226 This Beach block 5 bedroom 3 full bath 1st floor condo …

Monday, December 28

Council Approves Tabernacle Baptist Church Repayment

City Council approved a repayment of more than $18,000 to Tabernacle Baptist Church after it regained its tax exempt status. …

Sunday, December 27

Top Ocean City Stories of 2020

The majority of people are likely happy to bid 2020 goodbye and with good reason. Throughout the year, Ocean City …

Saturday, December 26

Ocean City Vacation Rental Website Offers “Scam Free Guarantee”

Ocean City’s Vacation Rental website VROCNJ offers a safe and easy way to explore the available Ocean City properties to …

County Program Limits Social Isolation Among Older Residents During COVID-19

Cape May County’s Division of Aging and Disability Services is launching a campaign focused on limiting social isolation among older …

Friday, December 25

Volunteers Serve Up Kindness, Meals for Christmas

Community spirit, fellowship, generosity and what the true meaning of Christmas just may be about were found at St. Peter’s …

Thursday, December 24

Tips For Buying a Shore Home

The sun. The sand. The surf. All images that remind us of happy times spent with family and friends at …

Ocean City Shows Off Its Christmas Spirit

The 2020 Decorated Christmas Homes list has been a community work in process. Families around town have submitted pictures and …

Wednesday, December 23

Huck Brothers Join Goldcoast Sotheby’s

Goldcoast Sotheby’s is pleased to announce the addition of Ryan and Tyler Huck to the Ocean City real estate team. …

Christmas Eve Storm Expected at Shore

Santa Claus may have to trade his plush red velvet suit and cap for some heavy duty rain gear on …

Tuesday, December 22

Community Volunteers Prepare Free Holiday Dinners

Nancy and Bob McNamara joined friends Kathy and Tom Thompson in the kitchen at St. Peter’s United Methodist Church in …

Explore a Military Career

The Annual Military Options Night will take place virtually on Jan. 7 at 6 p.m. for Ocean City High School …

Featured Rental: Dec. 22

Address: 703 1st St, Ocean City, NJ This is a Classic Beach House in a great location in one of …

Monday, December 21

Santa Arrives Early at Intermediate School

The spirit of Christmas is alive and well in Ocean City – so much so that Santa decided to come …

O.C. Historical Museum Gifts Available

Even though the Ocean City Historical Museum is closed amid the COVID-19 pandemic, there is still a way to get …

Sunday, December 20

Holiday Shoppers Enjoy Ocean City

Whether there was one more gift to get or a few, holiday shoppers took advantage of deals in Ocean City …

Library Hosts Virtual Program on The Beatles: A Celebration in Three Parts

Join the Ocean City Free Public Library to celebrate the contribution of the Beatles to popular music. This virtual series …

Saturday, December 19

Where are the Best Decorated Homes in O.C.?

We are asking our readers to help us add decorated homes to our list. Please submit the addresses of your …

Biker’s Cross-Country Journey Ends in Triumph at Shore

Matt DiNote was overcome by emotion as soon as he arrived in Sea Isle City, the culmination of an arduous, …

Friday, December 18

O.C. Schools Distribute Free Meals to Students During Pandemic

Since the COVID-19 pandemic began back in March, the Ocean City school district has distributed thousands of free meals to …

Mayor's Message: Dec. 18

Mayor Jay Gillian is throwing his support behind the Ocean City Board of Education's "call to action" plan for the …

Fire Severely Damages Ocean City Home

A fire broke out Thursday night that left an Ocean City vacation home badly damaged at 42nd Street and Asbury …

Thursday, December 17

Recent Events Offer Promise for Protection of Sustainable Domestic Fishing

Three significant positive developments affecting fisheries and offshore wind have occurred since Friday. The Responsible Offshore Development Alliance (RODA) has …

Historic District Home Saved From Demolition

In a move that saves a home that has stood on Wesley Avenue in Ocean City for more than a …

Library Offers Virtual Event Featuring Author Debbie Macomber

The Ocean City Free Public Library is hosting a virtual event with Debbie Macomber, as the featured speaker at 7 …

Wednesday, December 16

Goal: In-Person School 5 Days a Week

The Ocean City School District continues to work on ways to remain open for hybrid learning. Over the last few …

Photography Exhibit Comes to Arts Center in January

Stay Focused” photography club members will exhibit their work at the Ocean City Arts Center Tuesday, Jan. 5, through Saturday, …

Tuesday, December 15

Ocean City Housing Project "Looking Great"

Ocean City Housing Authority’s nearly $7 million affordable housing project for senior citizens is rolling along on time and on …

Storm to Produce Flooding, Rain and High Winds

The National Weather Service issued a Coastal Flood Watch in effect for Ocean City from Thursday morning through Thursday afternoon. …

Monday, December 14

Library Remains Open With Strict Safety Measures in Place

The Ocean City Free Public Library has been a hub of activity, offering education, entertainment and company to its patrons …

Special Weather Statement: Coastal Flood Watch

The National Weather Service issued a Coastal Flood Watch in effect for Ocean City from Thursday morning through Thursday afternoon. …

VROCNJ Rental Listing #202

Have a LARGE group? Then this week's rental is for you! New house with THREE floors of living pace including …

Sunday, December 13

“Kookie Kids” Helping Local Families

When Katie Bowman, of Ocean City, started Kookie Kids “Kids Helping Kids” five years ago, she was just 13. Katie, …

Library to Host Virtual Discussion of Classic Christmas Movies

Join the Ocean City Free Public Library host Tom Celandine for a merry discussion of two of the ultimate Christmas …

Saturday, December 12

Piano Teacher, Students Serenade Downtown Ocean City

A horse and carriage clip-clopped along Asbury Avenue while carrying visitors. Shoppers strolled in and out of stores in search …

Ocean City’s Football Coach Looks Back at “Season Like No Other”

Ocean City football Head Coach Kevin Smith looks back at the unprecedented 2020 season with a first-hand account of "how …

Friday, December 11

O.C. Schools Remain Open With Adjustments

Ocean City Schools Superintendent Dr. Kathleen Taylor is keeping the district up to date on the fluid situation involving the …

Mayor’s Message: Dec. 11

Mayor Jay Gillian is urging Ocean City residents to continue taking precautions to slow the spread of COVID-19, even as …

Thursday, December 10

Tourism Commission Rolls Out 2021 Marketing Campaign

Despite the COVID-19 pandemic, businesses in Ocean City have rebounded from the months-long shutdown, and nearing the end of the …

County Working With State on COVID-19 Vaccine Program

The New Jersey Department of Health expects to begin administering the coronavirus vaccine to frontline medical workers and long-term care …

Wednesday, December 9

Ocean City’s Website Gets New Look, User-Friendly Features

Residents and visitors of Ocean City may have gone on the city’s website a number of times over the years …

Cape May County Prepares For First Doses of COVID-19 Vaccine

As Cape May County gets closer to the first doses of COVID-19 vaccines becoming available, there are questions about who …

New Sales Associate Joins Berkshire Hathaway

Steve Booth, sales leader of the Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Fox & Roach Realtors office on 34th Street in Ocean City, …

Tuesday, December 8

O.C. Theatre Company Offers Holiday Singing Telegrams

Ocean City Theatre Company has found ways to continue to showcase young talents and entertain families during a time when …

Sturdy Savings Bank Donation Helps Arc

Sturdy Savings Bank announced it has matched, dollar for dollar, every donation raised during The Arc of Cape May County’s …

Check Out - VROCNJ Rental Listing #89

This week’s featured rental is a 5 bedroom, 3 full bath condo that sleeps 12 people located on the beach-side …

Monday, December 7

Ocean City Fundraiser Helps Put Smiles on Faces Worldwide

Rob Malfitano will continue to donate to a cause that he credits with saving his life. The 13-year-old Ocean City …

O.C. Education Foundation Donates PPE Lanyards to Students, Teachers

The Ocean City Education Foundation (OCEF) purchased and donated more than 300 PPE lanyards for students and teachers this week …

Sunday, December 6

Tear It Down Or Fix It Up? Battle Erupts Over Historic Home

An eyesore or historic gem? Unrepairable or a fix-it-upper? A historic home built only 23 years after Ocean City’s founding …

"Code Blue" in Effect Through Wednesday

The Cape May County Office of Emergency Management has declared a “Code Blue” severe weather advisory that extends from Sunday …

Saturday, December 5

Deauville Inn Offers Holiday Brunch

A few things come to mind about the Deauville Inn restaurant in Strathmere: great food, a warm atmosphere and a …

Ocean City Plans $25 Million in Flood-Control Projects

Ocean City plans to spend about $25 million in the next five years as part of a comprehensive flood-control strategy …

Friday, December 4

O.C. Entrepreneur Stars in Amazon Prime Series “The Web Masters”

For Ocean City resident, Ken Wisnefski, the notion of pursuing a career in TV had faded over time as he …

Jilly’s Hosts Grand Opening for New Downtown Shop

Jilly’s Stores adds a seventh location to their specialty shops just in time for the holidays featuring festive decorations and …

Mayor’s Message: Dec. 4

A representative of the wind energy company Ørsted made a presentation to City Council last night to provide an update …

Council Approves Funds for Land Purchase, Questions Proposed Wind Farm

City Council gave final approval Thursday night to three bond ordinances that include more money to complete the acquisition of …

Thursday, December 3

Virtual Town Hall Meeting on Flood Mitigation Plans Set for Dec. 5

Members of the public are invited to participate in Mayor Jay Gillian's virtual town hall meeting at 10 a.m. Saturday, …

Wednesday, December 2

Red Raider Jake Schneider Named All-State Wide Receiver by USA Today

Ocean City High School wide receiver Jake Schneider got some great news Wednesday: He was selected by USA Today Network …

OCNJ CARE Topic of AARP Webinar Dec. 14

Ocean City AARP Chapter 1062 will host a Zoom webinar on Dec. 14 at 12 noon about the community assistance …

Cape May County Declares Code Blue Weather Advisory

The Cape May County Office of Emergency Management has declared a “Code Blue” severe weather advisory from 6 p.m. Wednesday …

Tuesday, December 1

O.C. Board of Realtors Hosts Outdoor Swearing-In Ceremony

The Ocean City Board of Realtors held a swearing-in ceremony that was unlike any other the members ever experienced. Instead …

Ocean City High School Moving to Modified Hybrid Learning

Ocean City High School will be moving to a modified hybrid schedule, with adjustments starting Thursday, Dec. 3, the school …

The best nights out in New Jersey

The state of New Jersey is often overlooked in favour of its bigger neighbour, New York City. However, New Jersey …

VROCNJ Listing #84 

This week's featured rental is a 4 bedroom, 3 full bath that sleeps 10 people. Located on Central Ave between …