Saturday, October 31

Ocean City to Offer Holiday Magic

When Ocean City Mayor Jay Gillian announced on Friday that for safety reasons, he decided that the city would not …

Friday, October 30

Winners Announced in Halloween House Decorating Contest

Trick-or-treaters in Ocean City will have plenty of ghoulish, frightful sights to gaze upon when parading around in their favorite …

Mayor's Message: Oct. 30

Mayor Jay Gillian says Ocean City's pumping stations did a good job in helping to protect the neighborhoods from a …

Thursday, October 29

Ocean City Showcases Spirit of Giving

Ocean City residents are working together to not only get through a tough time in history, but to thrive, with …

Flood Advisory Extended Through Friday

The National Weather Service has issued a Coastal Flood Watch in effect for Ocean City through 1 p.m. Friday. Heavy …

Wednesday, October 28

Ocean City Continues Winning Streak, Defeats Holy Spirit, 9-0

The Ocean City Red Raiders field hockey team notched its sixth win of the season with a 9-0 defeat Wednesday …

O.C. Board of Realtors Collects Winter Clothes For Homeless

The Ocean City Board of Realtors kicked off its annual Warmth for Winter coat drive to collect cold weather items …

Here's a Roundup of Ocean City's Halloween Events

Traditional trick-or-treating hours for Ocean City will be 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 31. It is important this …

Tuesday, October 27

Jilly’s Promises Frighteningly Fun Trunk-or-Treat

Get ready for candy, candy and more candy – oh, and lots of prizes for the spookiest costumes – at …

OCHS Blanks Middle Twp. in Girls Soccer

On a beautiful crisp fall evening, the Ocean City High School girls soccer team defeated the visiting Middle Township Panthers, …

Dorian Giorgio Joins Berkshire Hathaway as Sales Associate

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

Monday, October 26

O.C. Surfers Make Serious Splash on National Stage

For the first time in history the National Scholastic Surfing Association (NSSA) held their National Championship on the East Coast …

O.C. Winterfest to Offer New Shopping Extravaganza

Holidays are quickly approaching, and the Ocean City Regional Chamber of Commerce created a new two-day outdoor shopping event to …

Sunday, October 25

Schools Superintendent Cautions All-Remote Learning a Possibility

Before the school year even began amid the pandemic, Ocean City Schools Superintendent Dr. Kathleen Taylor said there may be …

Ocean City Library Hosts Virtual Trivia

Are you a Jeopardy fan? Random fact enthusiast? Come test your skills with six rounds of virtual Trivia hosted by …

Paralyzed Cyclist Ends His Cross-Country Trip in Ocean City

Our journey through life is filled with potholes, detours and roadblocks. How you get through those obstacles is what builds …

Saturday, October 24

Ocean City Proposes $35 Million Public Safety Building

Mayor Jay Gillian unveiled plans Saturday for a new $35 million public safety building that would combine Ocean City’s police, …

Cape May County Opening New VA Clinic

The Cape May County freeholders are bringing enhanced and more accessible medical services to veterans in Cape May County. The …

Ocean City Grows Clams -- Not For Food, But to Protect the Bay

Think of clams and what usually comes to mind? Clams casino? Clam chowder? Linguini with clams, perhaps? While clams are …

Friday, October 23

OCHS Football Team Tops Millville, 36-16

Ocean City High School’s undefeated football team scored both on the offensive and defensive side of the ball and added …

Mayor's Message: Ocean City Plans Warm Welcome for Paralyzed Cross-Country Cyclist

Mayor Jay Gillian is inviting everyone to give a warm Ocean City welcome on Saturday to a cross-country cyclist who …

Thursday, October 22

Dredging Project Targets Ocean City Lagoons

Ocean City’s next round of dredging will get underway soon following the award of a nearly $1 million contract to …

Halloween Events in Ocean City

Ocean City is planning a safe and healthy Halloween for 2020. A rundown of Halloween events follows.

Wednesday, October 21

Morey and Pierson Seeking Re-Election, Catalysts to Success in Cape May County Government

Cape May County’s response to the coronavirus pandemic, steered largely by the efforts of Freeholders Will Morey and Jeff Pierson, …

Time to Drop Off or Mail in Ballots

So many ways to vote in the Tuesday, Nov. 3 Election – but not so much time. With just two …

O.C. AARP Chapter to Host Medicare Webinar

On Nov. 6 at 11 a.m. the Ocean City AARP Chapter 1062 will hold a Zoom webinar on “Medicare Open …

Tuesday, October 20

Orsted Promotes Wind Farm Project

Offshore wind developer Orsted laid out a plan during a virtual meeting on Tuesday to build a wind farm 15 …

Ocean City's Housing Agency Turns $372,000 Annual Profit

Ocean City’s public housing agency reported Tuesday that it turned a $372,000 profit in fiscal 2020, solidifying a financial turnaround …

OCHS Soccer Team Blanks Wildwood Catholic

The undefeated Ocean City High School boys soccer program continued its winning ways Tuesday afternoon, defeating visiting Wildwood Catholic, 9-0. …

Grant Funding Expands COVID-19 Testing in Cape May County

New grant funding coming to Cape May County will expand testing capabilities for COVID-19 over six months. The Centers for …

Monday, October 19

O.C. Theatre Company to Host Fundraiser

The Ocean City Theatre Company has entertained audiences and developed talent, putting on productions, dance numbers and choral performances for …

OCHS Showcases Seniors in Cross Country Dual Meet

The Ocean City High School boys and girls cross country programs honored their seniors with dominant performances over the visiting …

Businesses Affected by Pandemic Encouraged to Apply for NJEDA Grants

The Cape May County Business Recovery Task Force, Cape May County Economic Development and the Cape May County Chamber of …

Sunday, October 18

Dogs Have Their Day on Ocean City's Beach

Dennis Couch and his wife, LeAnne Beil, decided Sunday morning that they would jump in their car and make the …

Saturday, October 17

Ocean City Officials Pledge Help For Flood-Prone Area

James Dambach recalls the time that surfers went zipping by in front of his Ocean City house. Another time, there …

OCHS Field Hockey Team Falls in Overtime

The Ocean City High School field hockey team lost a heartbreaker against visiting Haddonfield on Saturday, falling 3-2 in overtime. …

Friday, October 16

N.J.'s Lighthouse Challenge to Showcase Historic Life-Saving Station

The Ocean City Life-Saving Station 30 has been closed for all but small, private tours due to the restrictions of …

Mayor’s Message: Oct. 16

Mayor Jay Gillian is urging everyone to continue taking safety precautions to prevent the spread of COVID-19 following a "small …

Berkshire Hathaway Recognizes Sales Associates

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Fox & Roach Realtors salutes sales associates in the Ocean City offices for being the office leaders …

What is the state of Maryland's current sports betting legislation?

Residents of Ocean City, New Jersey will be well aware that they are not the only Ocean City around. There …

Thursday, October 15

No Toll Increase in Bridge Commission's 2021 Budget

The agency that oversees the five toll bridges connecting Cape May County’s seashore towns along the Ocean Drive approved a …

Students Get Creative With Soapstone Art

Ocean City Intermediate School students got creative and artistic with soapstone sculptures. Art teacher Aaron Bogushefsky led the kids in …

Wednesday, October 14

Ocean City Field Hockey Dominates Over Lower Cape May

It took senior captain Tara McNally less than five minutes to record her first goal for Ocean City field hockey …

Flood Insurance Meeting Focuses on Safety and Savings

There are simple steps Ocean City residents can take to make sure they are getting the proper flood insurance discounts …

O.C. Skate Park to Host Halloween Event

The Ocean City Skate Park will be host to a Halloween event with prizes for best trick and best costume. …

Cement Truck Causes Damage to Utility Poles

A cement truck brought down a utility pole in front of 307 West Ave. in Ocean City on Wednesday at …

Tuesday, October 13

Wind Farm Developer Orsted to Host Virtual Open Houses

Offshore wind developer Orsted is hosting three virtual open houses to give South Jersey information on the proposed Ocean Wind …

OCHS Cross Country Teams Outrun Vineland

For the second straight week, the Ocean City High School cross country teams raced to victory, posting the top runners …

Monday, October 12

O.C. Shopping Events Boost Business

Whether shopping during Ocean City’s Virtual Fall Block Party or strolling the downtown and Boardwalk for the merchant table sales, …

Lunches at American Legion Post 524 Resume

The popular American Legion Post 524 lunches will resume this Wednesday between 11:30 p.m. and 1 p.m. The weekly Wednesday …

Special Weather Statement: Flood Advisory

The National Weather Service has issued a Coastal Flood Advisory in effect for Ocean City from 3 p.m. to 9 …

Sunday, October 11

Birds of Prey Chase Gulls Away

There was one thing that was business as usual this summer despite the COVID-19 pandemic – birds of prey really …

Saturday, October 10

Tricks and Treats For Halloween

The cancellation of Ocean City’s popular Halloween parade isn’t stopping the revelry of the holiday. There will be two ways …

Ocean City Edges Mainland in Soccer Rivalry

Ocean City High School boys’ soccer team hosted rival Mainland on Saturday morning, defeating the visiting Mustangs, 3-2. The win …

Friday, October 9

Democrats Casey, Sciarra Seeking Freeholder Seats

Democrats Liz Casey and Brendan Sciarra are pushing for change on a Cape May County freeholder board completely controlled by …

Ocean City Rolls Over Oakcrest, 48-0

The Jake and Joe Show simply was too much. Quarterback Jake Repetti threw four touchdown passes, three of them to …

Mayor's Message: Oct. 9

Mayor Jay Gillian announced Friday that Halloween hours in Ocean City will be 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. …

County Forms Team to Study Opioid Overdose Deaths

Cape May County has created an Opioid Fatality Review Team to better understand and address overdose fatalities in the community …

Former Councilman Frank McCall Fondly Remembered

City Council paid tribute Thursday night to the late Frank McCall, a former member of Ocean City’s governing body whose …

Thursday, October 8

Free Virtual Workshop Series for Cancer Patients and Survivors Begins Oct. 13

Cancer has a tremendous impact on patients, survivors and those they love, affecting their health and happiness in many ways. …

Wednesday, October 7

Repairs Done Right by Alpha Property Services

When it comes to having someone come into a home to do repairs, trust, reliability, and quality work are likely …

Ocean City Shuts Out Atlantic City

The Ocean City Red Raiders field hockey team blanked the visiting Vikings of Atlantic City, 9-0, in a conference match-up …

Six Traffic Lights Changing to Flash Mode for Off-Season

As of Monday, Oct. 19, six traffic lights in Ocean City will be placed on a seasonal flash mode until …

Goldcoast Sotheby’s Welcomes New Team Member

Goldcoast Sotheby’s International Realty in Ocean City announced the addition of Tom Tyrrell to its team of real estate professionals. …

Van Drew Wants Stimulus Deal; Looks to Keep America Strong

U.S. Rep. Jeff Van Drew, heading into the final weeks of his re-election bid for his South Jersey district, is …

Tuesday, October 6

Preservation Commission Saves Historic Home

In a matter of minutes, the Historic Preservation Commission saved a piece of Ocean City’s history -- a 118-year-home that …

Boys Soccer Pulls Off Exciting Victory

Ocean City Boys Soccer Team pulled out a thrilling final minutes victory over visiting Middle Township Tuesday afternoon, 1-0. The …

Vote-by-Mail in Cape May County

This year will be the most unique election in recent memory, if only because it will primarily take place in …

Monday, October 5

O.C. Boys and Girls Cross Country Off to Winning Start

The Ocean City boys and girls cross country teams started off the 2020 fall season in dominating fashion, defeating visiting …

Show Your School Spirit With Red Raider Garden Flags

The Ocean City Education Foundation is selling garden flags to help with fundraising efforts for the schools. For a donation …

Sunday, October 4

Ocean City Life-Saving Station Renovations Entering Final Phase

Ever since the Ocean City Life-Saving Station opened as a “living museum” in 2017, visitors have been treated to an …

Saturday, October 3

Table Sales Offer Deals For Savvy Shoppers

Downtown Ocean City and the Boardwalk offered visitors and residents a lot to browse and plenty of deals on the …

Ocean City Library Offers "StoryWalk"

The Ocean City Free Public Library Children’s Librarian Taimi Kelley is ready to take kids who love to read on …

Two OCIS Students Earn Black Belts in Karate

Michael Stankiewicz and Miles O’Hara, both 4th graders at Ocean City Intermediate School, recently accomplished quite the feat--earning their black …

Friday, October 2

OC Football Dominates Absegami in Home Opener

It’s the perfect October day to kick off the football season during a not-so-perfect year. While many collegiate sports were …

Mayor’s Message: Oct. 2

he number of positive tests for coronavirus in Ocean City remains relatively small but is on the rise. Reporting and …

Bay Avenue Project Update: Oct. 2

The Cape May County Municipal Utilities Authority (CMCMUA) is replacing/rehabilitating the force mains that carry wastewater to the treatment plant …

Thursday, October 1

An Old Home Awaits Its Fate in Ocean City

One of the grand dames of Ocean City’s Historic District has seen better days. The three-story house at 615 Wesley …

Boardwalk and Downtown Merchant Table Sales This Weekend

The Boardwalk and downtown merchants will feature discounts on merchandise during table sales beginning this weekend. On Saturday, Oct. 3 …