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Tuesday, March 31

O.C. Woman’s 'Bear Hunt' Cures Cabin Fever

An Ocean City woman who teaches school in Upper Township has come up with a novel way for children to …

Hospital Cuts Expenses to Offset Coronavirus Costs

Shore Medical Center in Somers Point is asking employees to take voluntary layoffs and will also cut executive salaries as …

Cape May County Reports Seven More Coronavirus Cases

Seven new cases of COVID-19 have been confirmed in Cape May County, bringing the total number countywide to 26. The …

Mayor’s Message: Rentals and Lodging Prohibited Through April

Mayor Jay Gillian announced Tuesday he has signed a proclamation that prohibits online marketplaces from arranging lodging or stays in …

O.C. Primary School Students Excel in LEGO Landmark Challenge

Ocean City Primary School students, it’s time to build. Pull out your LEGO bins, extra items around the house and …

Monday, March 30

O.C. Police, PBA 61 Serve Up Free Restaurant Takeouts

The Ocean City Police Department and PBA Local 61 have joined forces to help out businesses in the community in …

Jilly’s Offers Free Easter Egg Hunt Kits

As the necessity of the cancellation of Ocean City’s Great Easter Egg Hunt became a reality, Jody and Jill Levchuk, …

Cape May County Confirms Five More Coronavirus Cases

Cape May County continues to see an increase in COVID-19 cases. On Monday, a 35-year-old male, 93-year-old woman, 68-year-old woman, …

Cape May County Mayors Speak Up to Reduce Non-Essential Visitation

The Cape May County Board of Chosen Freeholders is supporting a unanimous decision by the county's 16 municipalities to discourage …

Shore Medical Center Needs Surgical Hats / Beanies Now

Shore Hospital needs surgical hats/beanies. They can accept homemade ones….or purchased ones. Interested people can call 609-653-3882 and leave a …

Sunday, March 29

O.C.’s Jet Drive Exchange Adds to Fleet, Expands to Sea Isle

TJ Heist, owner of the boat and jet ski club Jet Drive Exchange in Ocean City, has not only expanded …

Cape May County Confirms Five New Coronavirus Cases

Cape May County announced Sunday its single-biggest day for positive COVID-19 cases with five new cases, bringing the total in …

Mayor’s Message: Temporary Moratorium on Short-Term Rentals Begins

Mayor Jay Gillian announced Sunday that Ocean City will temporarily prohibit online marketplaces from offering short-term rentals to help stem …

Bay Avenue Construction Update

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

Shore Medical Center Needs Your Help in Fight Against Coronavirus

Shore Medical Center is appealing for the public's help to fight the coronavirus outbreak. A letter from Mary McGuckin, manager …

Saturday, March 28

O.C. Men Purchase, Donate Masks for Area Hospitals

Billy Godfrey and friends Andrew Moon, Tony Wilson and Steve McKusker were doing the right things. Like most Ocean City …

12-Year-Old Girl Infected With Coronavirus in Cape May County

A 12-year-old girl has become the 10th confirmed case of coronavirus in Cape May County. The girl is recovering at …

Friday, March 27

O.C. Merchants Use Business Savvy Amid COVID-19

When Gov. Phil Murphy closed nonessential businesses last week in the wake of the coronavirus outbreak, life as we know …

Mayor’s Message: March 27

The beach and Boardwalk are Ocean City's top attractions. They are natural locations for social gathering -- and that will …

Thursday, March 26

"Virtual Zoo School" is New Way to Learn About Animals

The Cape May County Zoo is normally open 364 days a year, closing only for Christmas. So, it was tough …

Daycare Centers Sought for Children of Essential Employees

An executive order by Gov. Phil Murphy is going to close daycare centers on April 1 throughout New Jersey unless …

Wednesday, March 25

Ocean City Seniors Keep Engaged During COVID-19 Crisis

In the beginning of a pandemic it becomes a reality that the many things that one takes for granted are …

Cape May County Toll Bridges Go Cashless Amid Coronavirus Fears

Five toll bridges linking the Cape May County beach communities along the Ocean Drive will no longer accept cash payments …

Cape May County Confirms Three More Cases of COVID-19

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

Mayor Closes Beaches and Boardwalk

Mayor Jay Gillian announced he is closing Ocean City's beaches and Boardwalk effective immediately in response to the coronavirus outbreak. …

Tuesday, March 24

O.C. Queens Accept New Role Amid Virus Outbreak

Ocean City beauty queens can’t fulfill their duties in the traditional way by attending and participating in fun events through …

Cape May County Recommends Campgrounds Delay Opening

As part of the precautionary measures to curb the spread of the coronavirus in Cape May County, Health Officer Kevin …

Cape May County Reports Sixth COVID-19 Case

A 32-year-old woman from New York tested positive for COVID-19 in Cape May County, which makes the current total six …

Monday, March 23

O.C. School Board Introduces Budget

The Ocean City Board of Education introduced a school budget for the 2020-21 school year that keeps school taxes stable. …

Cape May County Confirms Two More COVID-19 Cases

A 71-year-old woman and a 50-year-old man have tested positive for coronavirus in Cape May County, which brings the total …

Donations of Gloves and Masks Sought in Cape May County

Cape May County's government is seeking the public’s help in gathering necessary medical supplies for those at the frontline of …

Ocean City Police Chief Urges "Stay Home"

Ocean City Police Chief Jay Prettyman is urging residents to stay home to protect themselves and others from the coronavirus …

Sunday, March 22

American Legion Post 524 Calls on O.C. to Help Military Family

Ocean City American Legion Post 524 Commander Bob Marzulli said he became emotional when he learned of a military family …

Mayor Calls for Community to Unite Against Coronavirus Outbreak

Mayor Jay Gillian is urging the community to unite in the battle against the coronavirus outbreak. In a statement Sunday …

Cape May County Continues Government Services During Pandemic

The Cape May County Board of Chosen Freeholders has closed county buildings to the public but will continue to provide …

Saturday, March 21

OCNJ CARE Ready to Serve; Financial Donations Needed Most

Just days following Mayor Jay Gillian’s call for its help, the volunteer, non-profit organization OCNJ CARE is up and running, …

Marsini’s Kitchen Delivering Free Meals to Elderly, Needy

Tough times can bring a community closer together for the greater good. That is certainly the case with the extended …

Mayor Urges Community to Follow Governor’s Order to Stay Home

Mayor Jay Gillian is urging the community to follow Gov. Phil Murphy's order to stay at home during the coronavirus …

Gov. Orders Residents to Stay Home, Closes Non-Essential Businesses

To mitigate the impact of coronavirus and protect New Jersey’s health care system for the state’s most vulnerable people, Gov. …

Cape May County Confirms Third Case of Coronavirus

Cape May County’s Department of Health announced Saturday the third confirmed case of coronavirus in Cape May County. The person …

Theatre Company, O.C. Offer Creative Entertainment Amid Coronavirus

Ocean City Theatre Company is in the creativity business. The last couple of weeks have put that to the test …

Friday, March 20

Mayor's Message: Coronavirus Update

Mayor Jay Gillian gave his latest update Friday on the coronavirus outbreak. "N.J. Gov. Phil Murphy announced no new restrictions …

Thursday, March 19

Bridge Toll Collectors Taking Precautions Against Coronavirus

Don’t be surprised if a toll collector holds out a basket the next time you pay in cash on the …

Mayor Urges People to Stay Home

Mayor Jay Gillian is urging everyone to stay at home, limit travel only to essential destinations and practice social distancing …

Cape May County Announces Second Case of Coronavirus

The Cape May County Department of Health announced Thursday that there has been a second positive test result in Cape …

Wednesday, March 18

OCNJ CARE Resurrected to Aid Those in Need Amid Coronavirus Outbreak

“Neighbors helping neighbors.” That is the catch phrase Drew Fasy attaches to the nonprofit organization OCNJ CARE, which is currently …

First Grade Teacher Reads to Students Daily Through Internet

As children across the state adjust to the new reality of remote learning, a teacher in Ocean City is taking …

Cape May County Confirms First Positive Case of Coronavirus From Out of State NYC Resident

Cape May County Department of Health is reporting that a 30-year-old man from New York City tested positive at a …

Mayor’s Message: March 18

I’m sorry to inform you that due to public health recommendations on gatherings of 10 or more people and to …

Cape May County Chamber Joins County Government, Cape Regional Health System Asks Visitors to Avoid County Through April 1

The Cape May County Chamber of Commerce has joined the call from Cape May County government and Cape Regional Health …

Tuesday, March 17

Coronavirus Concerns Delay Groundbreaking for Housing Project

A groundbreaking ceremony scheduled for April 4 to celebrate the start of construction on a nearly $7 million affordable housing …

Police Announce New Protocol in Wake of Coronavirus

The Ocean City Police Department is revising its procedures for responding to some non-emergency calls from the public amid the …

Cape May County Freeholder Director Asks Visitors to Stay Home for Next Two Weeks

Cape May County Freeholder Director Gerald M. Thornton is urging visitors to stay home during the next two weeks amid …

Monday, March 16

County Government Announces More Closures and Recommendations

The Cape May County Freeholder Board had a Special Meeting on Sunday to discuss what to do within the County …

Mayor’s Message: March 16

I want to update you on the latest developments in protecting the community from the spread of coronavirus. We met …

Gov. Murphy Announces More Coronavirus Restrictions

Following are the latest coronavirus restrictions announced by New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy: New Jersey, New York and Connecticut will …

Sunday, March 15

Shore Towns Cope With Crowds, Bare Shelves Amid Coronavirus Threat

Beautiful weather and the healthful reputation of the Jersey Shore brought an influx of visitors and seasonal residents on Sunday …

Ocean City Takes Action to Limit Spread of Coronavirus

Based on the latest guidance from public health officials and out of an abundance of caution, the city will take …

Ocean City Schools to Close March 17 Due to Coronavirus

Ocean City School District will be open Monday, March 16 with an early dismissal for students. The district will be …

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, March 14

Wrestling Tourney has Impact On and Off the Mats

You saw them all over town last weekend, at least 2,000 strong. They were athletes – young ones, and their …

Mainland High School, Other Schools Announce Two-Week Closure

The school districts of Mainland Regional High School, Chartertech High School for the Performing Arts, Northfield, Linwood, and Somers Point …

Friday, March 13

Library Cancels Events, Offers Opportunities to Stay Informed Online

The Ocean City Free Public Library sent a letter out to all patrons Friday afternoon, detailing the steps officials have …

O.C. Schools Superintendent Updates on Coronavirus Response

Ocean City Schools Superintendent Dr. Kathleen Taylor details the steps and precautions the school district is taking amid the coronavirus …

Pi Day Run-Walk Postponed

The Pi Day 5K Run and Walk will not be held this Saturday because of the coronavirus. A new date …

Skatepark Advocate Wants Lights for Facility

Steve Beseris says that even during the coldest days of winter there is one place in town that is always …

Thursday, March 12

OCHS Girls Basketball Team Wins State Semifinal; Championship Game Canceled

The Ocean City girls basketball team captured the Group 3 state tournament semifinal by defeating Westampton Tech on Thursday night, …

O.C. Chamber Summit Talks Small Business, Coronavirus Impact

With a growing list of cancellations of events and gatherings across the country amid the coronavirus pandemic, the Ocean City …

Ocean City Baseball Clinic for This Sunday Has Been Cancelled

Ocean City Baseball Clinic for This Sunday Has Been Cancelled...

Spectators Not Allowed at OCHS Girls Basketball Game Tonight

Spectators will not be allowed to attend the Ocean City High School girls basketball state tournament game this evening because …

Wednesday, March 11

Councilman Tony Wilson Lays Out Plans in Re-election Bid

Ocean City Councilman Tony Wilson said he has a lot more he wants to accomplish on the governing body when …

Air Force Band Concert Canceled

The current tour of the brass ensemble of the U.S. Air Force Heritage of America Band, including a free show …

Tuesday, March 10

Two Candidates Withdraw in Second Ward Race

First there were two, then three, but now just one person is running for the Second Ward City Council seat. …

Ocean City Girls Basketball Takes S.J. Title

The Ocean City girls basketball team captured the South Jersey Group 3 championship Tuesday afternoon by defeating the top-seeded Mainland …

Cape May County Announces Coronavirus Restrictions

The Cape May County Freeholder Board has announced several initiatives to address issues related to the coronavirus. These include restricting …

Simon and Garfunkel Tribute, Doo Wop at Music Pier in Summer

The Ocean City Pops announced two special concerts for the 2020 summer season: a tribute that re-creates the legendary 1981 …

Councilman Bob Barr Hands in Petitions For New Term

Fourth Ward City Councilman Bob Barr turned in his nominating petitions to City Clerk Melissa Rasner on Friday. Barr, 38, …

Councilman Mike DeVlieger Unchallenged for Third Term

Ocean City’s incumbent First Ward Councilman Mike DeVlieger, seeking his third term on the governing body, filed his nominating petition …

Monday, March 9

Boardwalk Businessman Jody Levchuk Files for Council Seat

Jody Levchuk, whose family owns Jilly’s Boardwalk shops in Ocean City, filed his nominating petitions on Monday morning to run …

Scout Dylan Kampf Makes “Eagle” and Family Proud

Achieving the rank of Eagle Scout is the highest honor bestowed upon a Boy Scout. But to get to that …

Ocean City Baseball Clinic March 15

The OCYAA is holding a baseball clinic for registered players ages 7-12 on Sunday, March 15, from 2:30 to 4 …

Sunday, March 8

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, March 7

Downtown, Boardwalk Merchants Join Forces for Shopping Extravaganza

About 40 Ocean City merchants filled two rooms in the Flanders Hotel on Saturday for the very first Market Madness …

“A Night in Monte Carlo” PTA Fundraiser

The Ocean City PTA will host “A Night in Monte Carlo” fundraiser on Saturday, March 21, from 6:30 p.m. to …

Mr. OCHS Yo-Yos Way to Crown

Working at a Boardwalk toy store paid off for Ocean City High School senior J.J. Warrington. Warrington combined his skills …

Friday, March 6

Mayor's Message: March 6

Mayor Jay Gillian announced that starting on Monday the Cape May County Municipal Utilities Authority will be working at the …

Councilman Tony Wilson Seeking Re-election

Tony Wilson, a fourth generation Ocean City resident, is running for re-election for his Third Ward City Council seat. Born …

Special Weather Statement: Flood Advisory

The National Weather Service has issued a Coastal Flood Advisory in effect for Ocean City from 4 a.m. to 10 …

Thursday, March 5

Tom Rotondi Declares For Second Ward Council Seat

Ocean City resident Tom Rotondi filed a petition at the City Clerk’s Office Thursday to run for an open 2nd …

AARP to Host “Learn About Your Library”

On Friday, March 13, AARP Chapter 1062 will sponsor a free event at the Ocean City Free Public Library to …

Wednesday, March 4

'Mathletes' to Run on Pi Day March 14

Sneakers? Check. Watch? Check. Pie? What? When preparing for race day, most people aren’t thinking about sweet treats, but that’s …

O.C. Schools Superintendent Outlines Steps Against Coronavirus

Ocean City Schools Superintendent Dr. Kathleen Taylor outlines the steps being taken to protect the school district from the coronavirus. …

Tuesday, March 3

Speech Language Pathologist Expands to Cape May County

Monica LaSalle, a speech language pathologist who works in the Philadelphia schools system, has opened Seaside Rehabilitation Services in Cape …

OCHS Gridders Hold Uplifting Fundraiser

Talk about heavy metal! The Ocean City High School football team celebrated the end of its winter weight training on …

O.C. Chamber Hosts Business Summit

The Ocean City Regional Chamber of Commerce will hold the second session of its four-part Business Summit. This session will …

Ocean City Primary School Celebrates "Read Across America"

Ocean City Community Policing Unit Officer Jack Davis donned a different cap Monday for his visit to the Primary School. …

Monday, March 2

O.C. Boys Basketball Defeats Spartans

For three and a half quarters of play, the Ocean City Boys basketball team and the visiting Spartans of Deptford …

O.C. Girls Basketball Beats Moorestown

In the opening round of the South Jersey Group Three tournament the second seeded Ocean City Red Raiders girls basketball …

Candidate Files Nominating Petitions for Council Seat

Surrounded by family and friends, Gabe Staino filed his nominating petition on Monday afternoon to run for the vacant Second …

"Market Madness" Sale to Offer Big Deals

Boardwalk and downtown merchants in Ocean City will offer discounts on favorite local merchandise, goods and attractions at a new …

Sunday, March 1

Summer in O.C. Means Wider Beaches, Longer Mobility Mats

Ocean City’s 2020 summer season will feature a couple new reasons why people seem to faithfully come back to the …

Dennisville Artist Wins Art Show

The Ocean City Fine Arts League announced the winners of the “Black & White with a Touch of Color” Art …