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Tuesday, August 31

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August 31, 2021

Nearly $7 Million Housing Complex is Attractive Addition to Ocean City
The main entrance to the new four-story building at the corner of Sixth Street and West Avenue features a glossy …
August 31, 2021

Mayor’s Message: Storm Warning

Ocean City is expecting more heavy rain on Wednesday and Thursday as what’s left of Hurricane Ida moves through the …

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August 31, 2021

Massachusetts Governor Charlie Baker Pays Mission E4 and Boys & Girls Club of Worcester a Visit During YouthConnect Summer Program
Summer programs rarely get high-profile visitors, but YouthConnect Worcester in Massachusetts recently received a visit from Governor Charlie Baker for …

Monday, August 30

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August 30, 2021

Three Candidates File for First Ward Race
It will be a three-person race in the Nov. 2 election for the First Ward seat on City Council. Terrence …
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August 30, 2021

Great Summer Events Through Labor Day
The summer season is coming to a close with a last chance to catch events like Market Days in the …
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August 30, 2021

List of Guarded Ocean City Beaches
The Department of Fire and Rescue Services has announced the beaches that will remain guarded in Ocean City as of …

Sunday, August 29

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August 29, 2021

Sister Act For Little Miss Ocean City
Arianna and Antonella DiAntonio share a lot of things. They both live in Sea Isle. They both attend the Ocean …

Saturday, August 28

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August 28, 2021

Duck Dynasty's Al and Lisa Robertson Enlighten With Message on Marriage
Al and Lisa Robertson, members of the Duck Commander family who had the reality TV show Duck Dynasty, offered a …
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August 28, 2021

New Members Join Goldcoast Sotheby’s International Realty
Goldcoast Sotheby’s International Realty is growing. Broker/owners Burt and Emily Wilkins, along with Pete Madden, announced the addition of several …

Friday, August 27

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August 27, 2021

Ocean City’s Aro Rose to Release Song, Perform at 9/11 Tribute
Things are happening at a frenetic pace in the world of Aro Rose, the artist formerly known as Amanda O’Connor. …
August 27, 2021

Mayor’s Message: Aug. 27

Mayor Jay Gillian is congratulating Terry Crowley for his appointment to fill the vacant First Ward seat on City Council …

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August 27, 2021

Michael Ivan Syroejine on Kayaking Safety
As an avid kayaker, Michael Ivan Syroejine knows that the end of summer weather can lead to conditions that change …
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August 27, 2021

Terrence Crowley Appointed City Council Member
Terrence Crowley Jr., a pharmaceutical sales executive who is making his first foray into elected politics, was unanimously appointed by …

Thursday, August 26

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August 26, 2021

Ocean City to Host Green Fair on Friday
Ocean City will host a Green Fair under the covered loggia of the Music Pier from 9 a.m. to 1 …

Wednesday, August 25

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August 25, 2021

Questions About Mask Wearing Dominate School District Forum
With just two weeks until school, Ocean City Interim Schools Superintendent Dr. Tom Baruffi told the community that the goal …
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August 25, 2021

Duck Dynasty’s Al and Lisa Robertson to Appear at Ocean City Tabernacle
The Ocean City Tabernacle welcomes Al and Lisa Robertson, members of America’s favorite backwoods family and the Duck Commander Clan, …
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August 25, 2021

Boy Scouts to Host Breakfast at American Legion
Ocean City Boy Scouts Troop 32 will host a pancake breakfast on Sunday from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. at …
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August 25, 2021

Russ Marhull Discusses How News Camera Operators Can Stay Safe While Shooting During Hurricane Season
News cameramen and their teams have put their health on the line for as long as we can remember to …
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August 25, 2021

What are Reasons Our Dogs May Need a Vet Recommended Dog Food?
As pet parents, we are faced with several different varieties of dog food options. “Vet recommended” dog foods have been …
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August 25, 2021

What to Do and Where to Stay When Visiting the Washington, D.C., and Baltimore Metropolitan Areas This Fall
While it may not feel like it with the heat waves we’ve been seeing recently, fall is quickly descending upon …

Tuesday, August 24

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August 24, 2021

Jilly’s Offers Ocean City Twist on Favorite Board Game
Monopoly, anyone? How about OCNJ-OPOLY? Yep. That’s right. We said it. Jilly’s Boardwalk and downtown stores co-owner Jody Levchuk wanted …
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August 24, 2021

Tickets on Sale for Ocean City Pops Shows
The Ocean City Pops orchestra is having a great season under new artistic director and Maestro Vince Lee, and there …
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August 24, 2021

Opponents of Massachusetts Offshore Wind Project to File Lawsuit
Environmentally concerned citizens will file a lawsuit in federal court in Boston on Wednesday in opposition to a proposed offshore …

Monday, August 23

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August 23, 2021

Zoom Meeting to Focus on “Getting Back to Normal”
Dealing with a pandemic, getting vaccinated or not and fearing loss, illness and isolation are concerns and feelings that often …
August 23, 2021

Mayor's Message: Scheduled Power Outages

Atlantic City Electric has to make some emergency repairs Tuesday morning and they’re planning a power outage for about 15 …

August 23, 2021

Students Urged to Apply For Free Meals

The Ocean City School District will continue providing free meals to all students for the upcoming school year through an …

Sunday, August 22

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August 22, 2021

Owner Agrees to Clean Up Historic Home
For over a year, a group made up of neighbors, historians and others interested in preserving history have fought for …
August 22, 2021

Special Weather Statement: Flood Advisory

The National Weather Service has issued a Coastal Flood Advisory in effect for Ocean City from 7 p.m. through midnight …

Saturday, August 21

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August 21, 2021

Storm Doesn't Stop Ocean City Beach Day
Hurricane Henri didn’t stop beachgoers, Boardwalk strollers or surfers from enjoying a day in Ocean City on Saturday, despite low-lying …
August 21, 2021

Special Weather Statement: Coastal Flood Advisory

The National Weather Service has issued a Coastal Flood Advisory in effect for Ocean City from 7 p.m. Saturday, Aug. …

Friday, August 20

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August 20, 2021

Seven Candidates Vie for Vacancy on City Council
Seven candidates with varied backgrounds are in the running to fill a vacancy on Ocean City’s governing body created by …
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August 20, 2021

School District Develops Community Survey in Superintendent Search
The Ocean City School District and Board of Education officially launched the search for a new district superintendent earlier this …
August 20, 2021

Mayor’s Message: Aug. 20

Tropical Storm Henri is expected to remain offshore as it passes by Ocean City this weekend on a track over …

Thursday, August 19

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August 19, 2021

Passion for People, Products and Community Fuels Passion Vines
Does passion drive Michael Bray’s business, Passion Vines Wine and Spirit Company? “I think it does,” Bray said. “We have …
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August 19, 2021

Ocean City School District to Host Community Forum Aug. 24
The Ocean City School District will host a Community Forum on Tuesday, Aug. 24 at 6:30 p.m. in the high …

Wednesday, August 18

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August 18, 2021

Schools Returning to 5-Day, In-Class Instruction
A new school year is just three weeks away. Ocean City school district students will return to five days of …
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August 18, 2021

Ocean City Beach Patrol Hosts Women's Lifeguard Conference
The Ocean City Beach Patrol hosted its first Women’s Lifeguard Conference on Aug. 17 at 58th Street Beach. More than …
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August 18, 2021

Anne Beiler, Steve Green to Appear at Ocean City Tabernacle
The Ocean City Tabernacle welcomes Anne Beiler, founder of Auntie Anne’s Pretzels, to speak at the 8:30 a.m. traditional and …

Tuesday, August 17

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August 17, 2021

Ocean City Becomes "Gritty City"
Gritty is not exactly the word that comes to mind when describing the family-friendly resort town known as Ocean City. …
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August 17, 2021

Pageant Week in Ocean City
A week of pageantry in Ocean City includes the Miss Crustacean Beauty Pageant on Wednesday, the Little Miss Ocean City …

Monday, August 16

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August 16, 2021

City Officials Swing Into Action to Improve Golf Course
Ocean City has a lot to offer when it comes to attractions -- the beaches, the Boardwalk and the bay, …
August 16, 2021

Pedestrian Dies From Injuries After Crash

A pedestrian involved in a motor vehicle accident at 26th Street and West Avenue in Ocean City died from her …

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August 16, 2021

Gritty and Philadelphia Flyers Caravan to Visit Ocean City
Gritty and Philadelphia Flyers personalities will greet fans with giveaways as the 2021 Flyers Community Caravan rolls through Ocean City …

Sunday, August 15

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August 15, 2021

Ocean City Issues Violation Notices to Historic District Homeowner
Homeowners in the Ocean City Historic District are concerned. They are worried about what a home in disrepair could do …
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August 15, 2021

Hoy’s 5&10 is the Fun Place to Shop
Hoy’s 5&10 has been the fun place to shop for over 75 years. It is not your typical 5&10 store, …

Saturday, August 14

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August 14, 2021

Playland’s Castaway Cove Gets Hollywood Treatment
When a four-alarm fire broke out at the iconic Ocean City amusement park, Playland’s Castaway Cove, people talked. Could the …

Friday, August 13

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August 13, 2021

Ocean City Targets Federal Funds for Capital Projects
Ocean City hopes to take advantage of the federal government’s massive, $1.1 trillion infrastructure bill to help pay for a …
August 13, 2021

Mayor's Message: Aug. 13

Mayor Jay Gillian discusses Ocean City's proposed capital plan, a flood-mitigation project on West 17th Street and the Municipal Golf …

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August 13, 2021

Councilman Michael DeVlieger Steps Down
City Council Vice President Michael DeVlieger stepped down Thursday night in an emotional farewell that included some hugs, tears and …

Thursday, August 12

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August 12, 2021

Cuteness Floats into Ocean City Baby Parade
The cuteness factor was as high as the heat index at the Ocean City Baby Parade Thursday, where babies dressed …
August 12, 2021

O.C. Beach Patrol to Hold Special Tryout

Due to the number of college-aged lifeguards returning to school starting in mid-August, the Ocean City Beach Patrol will hold …

Wednesday, August 11

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August 11, 2021

Community Policing Key to Quelling Bad Behavior
Rowdy teens showing up on bikes, being obnoxious and disrespectful, shoplifting, destroying or defacing property, underage drinking and testing out …
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August 11, 2021

Author, TV Host Sheila Walsh to Speak at Ocean City Tabernacle
The Ocean City Tabernacle welcomes author, Bible teacher and TV host Sheila Walsh on Sunday, Aug. 15, to speak at …

Tuesday, August 10

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August 10, 2021

Youth Baseball Seeks Volunteer Umpires
Volunteer umpires are a key component of youth baseball. The Ocean City Youth Athletic Association is currently in need of …
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August 10, 2021

Adorableness Abounds at 'Pamper Scamper'
The competition was fierce. The reward for crossing the finish line ranged from cheese puffs to jangling keys and toys. …
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August 10, 2021

Monty Cerf on How Business Majors Can Get the Most Out of College
Monty Cerf discusses how a business degree may seem overwhelming to those unsure of their future, and various ways to …
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August 10, 2021

Featured Vacation Rental: August 10
Address: 111 Ocean Rd, Ocean City, NJ 08226 VROCNJ Listing #249 Now Booking Late August, September and Summer 2022 - …

Monday, August 9

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August 9, 2021

Ocean City Theatre Company's "Spelling Bee" Sure to Delight
Summing up the Ocean City Theatre Company’s show, "The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee,” in one word, or even …
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August 9, 2021

Baby Parade to Roll Down Boardwalk   
The 111th annual Ocean City Baby Parade begins at 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 12 on the Boardwalk. The annual tradition …
August 9, 2021

COVID-19 Vaccines Available in Ocean City on Tuesday and Thursday

Cape May County’s COVID-19 Mobile Vaccine Clinic will be in Ocean City on Tuesday and Thursday, Aug. 10 and 12. …

Sunday, August 8

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August 8, 2021

Darryl Strawberry Speaks of Turmoil, Hope and Redemption
Darryl Strawberry has made a dramatic transformation in his post-baseball career, overcoming alcohol abuse and drug addiction to become an …
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August 8, 2021

Two Ocean City Boy Scouts Soar High as "Eagles"
Statistically speaking, only four out of every 100 Boy Scouts will rise to the rank of Eagle Scout. Ocean City …
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August 8, 2021

Stockton Professor: Nuclear Power is “Terrible Neighbor”
A physics professor at Stockton University argues against the use of nuclear power, calling it a "terrible neighbor." Dr. John …

Saturday, August 7

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August 7, 2021

Sports & Civic Center Revamped, Refreshed
Ocean City is a lot of things to a lot of people, from residents to tourists who enjoy the beaches, …

Friday, August 6

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August 6, 2021

Ocean City’s Scarborough Inn Takes Guests Back in Time
When booking a vacation, typically tourists to Ocean City choose a place for comfort, a hotel or inn where they …
August 6, 2021

Mayor's Message: Aug. 6

Cape May County’s COVID-19 Mobile Vaccine Clinic will be in Ocean City next Tuesday and Thursday, Mayor Jay Gillian announced. …

Thursday, August 5

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August 5, 2021

Coastal Reflections Window Tinting Offers Best Views for Homes, Businesses
Jordan Cope was able to help out a condo owner at the shore whose fabulous bay views were being spoiled …
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August 5, 2021

Baby Parade Capping Off Week of Newest Generation
The 111th annual Baby Parade in Ocean City is set for 10:30 a.m. Thursday, Aug. 12, and pre-registration is open …

Wednesday, August 4

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August 4, 2021

Ocean City Schools Get Interim Superintendent and High School Principal
Ocean City schools have not one, but two retired superintendents who will lead the district for the 2021-22 year as …
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August 4, 2021

Tony Grayson Discusses Putting an End to Human Error in Data Center Outages
Over the past decade, human error has played a significant role in most of the industry’s Data Center outages. According …
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August 4, 2021

Darryl Strawberry and Paul Baloche Appear at Ocean City Tabernacle
The Ocean City Tabernacle welcomes back eight-time MLB All-Star Darryl Strawberry for the 8:30 a.m. traditional and 10:30 a.m. contemporary …
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August 4, 2021

Registration Open for "Mr. Mature" Contestants
Entries are open for contestants in the Mr. Mature America Pageant on Sept. 12. Mr. Mature celebrates the achievements of …

Tuesday, August 3

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August 3, 2021

Boat Hits Ocean City Jetty; Camden County Man Charged With DWI
A boat ended up on a jetty in Ocean City on Monday night and the operator of it was arrested. …
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August 3, 2021

Please Nominate Mike's Seafood for the Best of the Press
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August 3, 2021

Historical Museum Hosts Grace Kelly Lecture
The free Summer Lecture Series by the Ocean City Historical Museum will feature an event celebrating the actress turned princess, …
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August 3, 2021

Featured Vacation Rental: August 3
Address: 34th Street &, Asbury Ave, Ocean City, NJ 08226 VROCNJ Listing #251 Now Booking Summer 2022 - 4 Bedroom, …

Monday, August 2

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August 2, 2021

Old Home May Get More Time to Save it From Demolition
Homeowners in Ocean City's Historic District are banding together in an effort to save an old house at 615 Wesley …
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August 2, 2021

Boardwalk Art Shows and Pops’ Salute to Aretha Franklin Coming Up
The 58th annual Boardwalk Art Show will be held Friday through Sunday, Aug. 6-8, on the Boardwalk between Eighth Street …
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August 2, 2021

Tranell Morant Provides Tips for Improving Business Communication Through Recent COVID Developments
Business professionals that are continuing to push their teams towards their goals during the pandemic realize that there are many …
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August 2, 2021

Sesame Street’s Good Advice When Crossing the Road
Pedestrians and bicyclists must be aware of the "rules of the road" while walking or pedaling around town. Following are …