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Wednesday, September 30

Farmers Market Overcomes Pandemic for Successful Season

The good-natured chants resounded through the Ocean City Farmers Market on Wednesday morning. “Four more weeks! Four more weeks!” the …

Election Drop Box Accepting Ballots

Mail-in ballots for the Nov. 3 general election have been sent to registered voters in Ocean City. One of the …

Dogs Allowed on Beaches Starting Oct. 1

Dogs will be permitted on the Ocean City beaches starting Thursday, Oct. 1, and continuing through April 30, 2021, according …

Tuesday, September 29

Strong Start for O.C. Shoulder Season

Thriving, bustling, as if it were Fourth of July weekend, these are just some of the ways downtown and Boardwalk …

Cape May County Announces Flu Clinic Schedule

The Cape May County Health Department is strongly encouraging all residents to get their flu shot as soon as possible. …

Monday, September 28

Virtual Fall Block Party to Delight O.C. Shoppers

The annual Ocean City Fall Block Party has been canceled this year due to the COVID-19 pandemic. But it doesn’t …

Ocean City to Sponsor Halloween House Decorating Contest

Registration is open for a new Halloween House Decorating Contest in Ocean City. The contest encourages everybody to get in …

City Hall to Have Drop Box for Election Ballots

Mail-in ballots for the Nov. 3 general election have been sent to registered voters in Ocean City, the city announced …

Sunday, September 27

Tyler Onesty Memorial Fundraiser Fights Addiction

Tyler Jay Onesty would have turned 26 on Sunday. The Ocean City High School graduate died of a heroin overdose …

Saturday, September 26

Fire Department Getting New $650,000 Pumper Truck

The Ocean City Fire Department will add a new fire truck to the fleet next year to replace one that …

O.C. Library Offers Virtual Cooking Class

The Ocean City Free Public Library is hosting a virtual culinary demonstration by best-selling cookbook author Deanna Segrave-Daly. The class …

Friday, September 25

O.C. Theatre Company Stages Comeback Amid COVID Crisis

For 13 years, the Ocean City Theatre Company has captivated and entertained audiences with performances showcasing young talents in productions, …

Mayor’s Message: Sept. 25

Mayor Jay Gillian plans to hold a series of town hall meetings to discuss major projects in Ocean City, including …

Tabernacle Baptist Church Avoids Tax Sale

Tabernacle Baptist Church, Ocean City’s oldest surviving church, has been saved from a tax sale. Shari Thompson, chairwoman of the …

Thursday, September 24

Join Now and Save at Jet Drive Exchange

Jet Drive Exchange is South Jersey’s Premier Boat and Jet Ski Club, offering a fleet of over 20 watercraft for …

All O.C. Students Now Eligible for Free Meals

Effective immediately and until further notice, all students in the Ocean City school system can receive breakfast and lunch meals …

Wednesday, September 23

O.C. Schools Off to Promising Start

With two weeks into the start of the 2020-21 school year, Ocean City school officials said students are working hard …

Tuesday, September 22

Ocean City Wants to Fortify Beaches With Geotubes

Imagine a gigantic sock filled with sand and buried in the beach or dunes. Well, you’ve pretty much got the …

Ocean City Adding New Stop Signs at Two Intersections

To improve traffic safety, Ocean City is installing new stop signs at two different intersections, according to a news release …

Monday, September 21

Fall Sports Ready to Take on the Competition

As students at Ocean City High School have been adjusting to the new normal of virtual and hybrid learning, the …

O.C. High School Athletics Honored

The school’s athletics was awarded the NJSIAA Sportsmanship Award for the second consecutive year, as well as the Ed Byrnes …

Fare Free Pilot Program Kicks Off in Ocean City

The Cape May County Fare Free Department has started their long-anticipated "On-Demand" rider program that expands its existing transportation services, …

Sunday, September 20

Gardens Civic Association Gives O.C. Schools Donation

In a time when fundraising for the Ocean City school district has slowed amid the COVID-19 pandemic, a local organization …

34th Street Bridge Lane Closure

On Monday and Tuesday, the 34th Street Bridge will be restricted to one lane of alternating traffic between 9 a.m. …

Saturday, September 19

First Ward Meeting Hits on Array of Topics

Drainage projects, dune fencing and bicycle safety were the primary topics during a First Ward meeting hosted by City Council …

Friday, September 18

Ocean City Meeting to Offer Residents Flood Insurance Advice

Ocean City is helping residents with questions about their flood insurance rating and, in turn, will help the community save …

Mayor’s Message: Sept. 18

Mayor Jay Gillian gives a rundown of two county road projects that could cause minor traffic delays in Ocean City …

Councilman DeVlieger Hosts First Ward Meeting Saturday

City Council Vice President Michael DeVlieger will host a First Ward meeting Saturday at noon at the Howard Stainton Senior …

Trump Jr., Kimberly Guilfoyle to Attend Fundraiser at Smithville Inn

Donald Trump Jr. and his girlfriend Kimberly Guilfoyle will be guests of honor at a fundraiser 6-7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. …

County Launches Free On-Demand Shuttle Service in Ocean City

Cape May County is now offering free transportation within Ocean City at any time between 9 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. …

Special Weather Statement: Flood Advisory

The National Weather Service has issued a Coastal Flood Advisory in effect for Ocean City from 8 p.m. Friday to …

Thursday, September 17

CKL Law Group: The Right Combination of Attorneys

How do the founding partners of the new boutique law firm, CKL Law Group, describe themselves? "We like to think …

Local Surfers Make Mark at NSSA East Coast Championships

Two young Ocean City surfers won their divisions at the 2020 National Scholastic Surfing Association East Coast Championships held September …

City to Shine Light on Bike Path

City Council will seek bids for lighting along Ocean City's Haven Avenue bike path to provide a safer and more …

Berkshire Hathaway Honors Sales Leaders

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

Wednesday, September 16

Ocean City 'Pleasantly Surprised' by 2020 Beach Tag Sales

Ocean City's beach tag sales fared pretty well this summer, despite the coronavirus pandemic. Beach tag revenue totaled $3.83 million, …

Tuesday, September 15

Bayview Manor Housing Site Getting Facelift

The Ocean City Housing Authority awarded a $243,000 contract Tuesday to install a new roof on Bayview Manor as part …

Deadline for 2020 Census Self-Response Coming Up

As the deadline to respond to the 2020 Census fast approaches, Cape May County residents and second homeowners are urged …

Monday, September 14

Education Foundation to Host Virtual Event

The Ocean City Education Foundation is hosting its third annual Red & White Night Social to help support mental health …

Sturdy Savings Bank Names New CFO

Lisa Eisele has been promoted to senior vice president and chief financial officer (CFO) at Sturdy Savings Bank, according to …

Sunday, September 13

Caleb Schumacher Makes Eagle Scout

For 11 years Ocean City High School senior Caleb Schumacher has been involved in scouting. And on Sunday, all of …

AARP Chapter 1062 Hosts Election Webinar

Cape May County Clerk Rita Marie Fulginiti will discuss the plans for in-person and mail-in voting for the November General …

Saturday, September 12

Ocean City Considers Facelift for Airport

Joe Fornara, a 55-year-old electrical contractor who lives in Warrington, Pa., has no trouble traveling to his summer vacation home …

O.C. Aquatic and Fitness Center to Offer Exercise Classes

The Ocean City Aquatic and Fitness Center will offer a fall schedule of outdoor group exercise and indoor water exercise …

Friday, September 11

Ocean City Solemnly Remembers 9/11

The city hosted its annual Sept. 11 remembrance ceremony Friday evening at the headquarters of the Ocean City Fire Department. …

Mayor's Message: 9/11 Ceremony

Mayor Jay Gillian is urging everyone to remember the victims of the Sept. 11, 2001, terrorist attacks as Ocean City …

Ocean City Discusses Plan to Save Church From Tax Sale

Ocean City is working with the Tabernacle Baptist Church to solve a property tax debt that has created a financial …

Thursday, September 10

School District, O.C. Tabernacle Partner For Childcare Program

With the start of a new school year, with hybrid and remote learning as choices for families, the Ocean City …

Ocean City Holds 9/11 Ceremony Friday

Ocean City’s annual “A Day to Remember” 9/11 memorial ceremony begins at 6 p.m. Friday outdoors in front of the …

Ocean City Halloween Parade Canceled

Ocean City and the Ocean City Exchange Club announced Thursday that the Halloween Parade will be canceled for 2020. The …

Wednesday, September 9

County Announces Free Flu Clinic Schedule

The Cape May County Health Department is strongly encouraging all residents to get their flu shot as soon as possible. …

County Hosts Event For Veterans

Freeholder Director Gerald Thornton and Freeholder Jeffrey Pierson announced announce that the Cape May County Division of Veterans' Services will …

Tuesday, September 8

Ocean City's Pesky Seagulls Fleeing in Fear

Ocean City’s aggressive seagulls were back to their old tricks again earlier this summer – brazenly swooping down to steal …

List of Guarded Beaches for September

The Ocean City Beach Patrol will continue to provide lifeguard protection at nine beaches through late September. Beaches will be …

Monday, September 7

Labor Day Doesn’t Mean Fun Ends in O.C.

Biking, lounging on the beach, sipping cool drinks, or just strolling the Boardwalk, Labor Day with its spectacular weather, brought …

Sunday, September 6

O.C. Beach Patrol Extends Guarded Beaches

With many people working from home amid the COVID-19 pandemic, students doing online courses and the shoulder season nearing, Ocean …

Saturday, September 5

County to Host Hazard Mitigation Webinar

Cape May County is updating its Hazard Mitigation Plan, which Ocean City officials say is a valuable tool to provide …

Friday, September 4

Manco & Manco Enjoys Reopening of Indoor Dining

For nearly six months, indoor dining has been closed amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Restrictions were difficult for some restaurant owners …

Mayor's Message: Sept. 4

With the approach of Labor Day, Mayor Jay Gillian is wishing Ocean City's residents and visitors a safe and enjoyable …

Fishing Report: 9/4/20

Hello! This is the OCNJ Daily fishing report. This report will give you the where, when and how of fishing …

Thursday, September 3

Ocean City's Wider Beaches Draw Raves

Danny Russo, of Hoboken, looked out over the beach in the north end near Seaspray Road, where Ocean City's project …

O.C. Farmers & Crafters Market Extended

The Ocean City Regional Chamber of Commerce Farmers & Crafters Market, originally scheduled through Sept. 9, has been extended through …

Wednesday, September 2

Community Spirit Results in Kids Fall Camps, Programs

The Ocean City community is joining together to offer youth camps and programs this fall to schoolchildren and their families …

Library Concert Series Includes Brazilian Jazz

On Saturday, Sept. 25, from 7 to 8 p.m. music lovers can tune in to a library webinar to hear …

Tuesday, September 1

Atilis Gym Members Pumped at Reopening

Carlos Valencia, of Egg Harbor Township, worked out at Atilis Gym in his hometown Tuesday, the first day that gyms …

O.C. Teachers Welcomed Back to School

Student-athletes at Ocean City High School turned out Tuesday morning to give teachers at all three public schools a VIP …