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Sunday, January 31

Playland’s Castaway Cove Fire Won't Stop Summer Season

A day after a fire swept through the arcade at Playland’s Castaway Cove in Ocean City, leaving just charred remains …

Snow Begins, Storm to Linger Until Tuesday

Here’s the weather forecast summed up in one word: Ugh! A nor’easter that began Sunday afternoon with snow covering the …

O.C. Schools All Virtual on Monday

Due to Monday's regional storm forecast and the existing coastal flood warning, all Ocean City schools will operate a virtual …

Saturday, January 30

Fire at Playland Destroys Arcade; Owners Vow to Rebuild

A fire that broke out early Saturday morning at Playland Castaway Cove’s arcade on the Ocean City Boardwalk caused extensive …

Saving Seafood -A Must Read Regarding Offshore Renewable Energy

The United States commercial fishing industry is united around the common goals of protecting our traditional fishing communities, maintaining domestic …

Boardwalk Fire Strikes Playland's Castaway Cove

A multi-alarm fire Saturday morning on the Ocean City Boardwalk struck the Playland’s Castaway Cove amusement park, but firefighters were …

Friday, January 29

Scarborough Marine Group to Begin O.C. Private Boat Slip Dredging

When it comes to maintaining a home, dredging doesn’t typically come to mind on the to-do list. But when owning …

Mayor's Message: Jan. 29

Mayor Jay Gillian is assuring Ocean City residents that they will have "many opportunities" to express their support or opposition …

Sturdy Savings Bank Names New Member to Board of Directors

Sturdy Savings Bank announced it has named Dennis Roberts to the Board of Directors. As a board member, Roberts will …

Featured Vacation Rental: Jan. 29th

Address: 815 5th Street, Ocean City, NJ 08226 VROCNJ Listing #150 Welcome to the Victoria Inn - the only home …

Ocean City Council Honors Community Leaders, Students

Three Ocean City community leaders were honored during an awards ceremony that included proclamations from Congress, the state Legislature, the …

Thursday, January 28

Is New Jersey the US’s Sports Epicentre?

It was in 2018 that the eight-year journey to bring sports betting to New Jersey finally reached it culmination. Governor …

Wednesday, January 27

BOE: Top Focus is Reopening the Schools

Ocean City school district officials said Wednesday night that they are ready to open the Primary School for five days …

Tuesday, January 26

Rec Department Copes With COVID By Livestreaming Games

Parents wanting to see their children showing off their moves on the basketball court may now watch the games on …

Primary School Returns to 5-Day, In-Person Instruction Feb. 1

The Ocean City School District plans to reopen schools for in-person instruction five days a week for grades kindergarten through …

Ocean City Law Firm Donates N95 Masks

The Simonson Law Firm of Ocean City recently donated 500 N95 masks for use by first responders and public employees …

Are NJ’s Relaxed Gambling Laws Benefitting the State?

The United States has always been the home of gambling around the world. The fame of Las Vegas stretches far …

Monday, January 25

Library Offers Virtual Performance on Harriet Tubman

On Monday, Feb. 1 from 7 p.m. to 8 p.m. the Ocean City Free Public Library is offering a performance …

County Offers Latest Information on COVID-19 Vaccine

The New Jersey Health Department reports that 8,254 doses of the COVID-19 vaccine have been administered in Cape May County. …

Sunday, January 24

O.C. Fishing Club Hopes to Hook Missing Yearbooks

Considering the Ocean City Fishing Club is more than a century old, the fact that it is missing just 22 …

New Sales Agent Joins Berkshire Hathaway

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Fox & Roach Realtors welcomes Sarah Dewair as a sales associate at the 34th Street office in …

Saturday, January 23

Community Shows Love With Food Drive

Generosity of a community, people lending support, donating food to those who are struggling because they are out of work …

Cape May County Continues Giving COVID Vaccinations

The Cape May County Health Department administered 309 doses of the COVID-19 vaccine on Friday, for a total of 3,696 …

Friday, January 22

O.C. Police Protect President, Vice President on Inauguration Day

Ocean City police officers who assisted with security for the Inauguration Day of President Joe Biden and Vice President Kamala …

Mayor’s Message: Jan. 22

Mayor Jay Gillian announced Friday that he has volunteered the Howard S. Stainton Senior Center and any other large Ocean …

Thursday, January 21

HSOC Joins in "Stand Pup” Comedy Night

The Humane Society of Ocean City is joining shelters from the Tri-State area for a night of zany animal and …

Cape May County Hires Economic Development Manager

Cape May County Commissioners are continuing their focus on county-wide economic development with the hiring of Joe Molineaux as Economic …

Featured Vacation Rental: Jan. 21st

Address: 808 Delancey Place, Ocean City, NJ 08226 VROCNJ Listing #162 Located on the beach block, just a short walk …

Lee W. Griscom

Lee W. Griscom, 80, passed away at home in Ocean City, NJ on January 16, 2021. Born in Camden on …

Wednesday, January 20

O.C. Police Assist in Biden Inauguration Security

Members of the Ocean City Police Department went down to Washington, D.C., in perhaps the greatest call of duty – …

Tuesday, January 19

Ocean City Housing Project May Encounter COVID-Related Delay

Completion of the Ocean City Housing Authority’s nearly $7 million affordable housing project for senior citizens may be delayed by …

Police Seek Suspect in Assault, Attempted Luring of Girl

The Ocean City Police Department Detective Bureau is investigating an assault and luring attempt of a girl that occurred on …

Monday, January 18

Ocean City Celebrates MLK Day

Ocean City church and community leaders didn’t allow the COVID-19 crisis to prevent them from observing Dr. Martin Luther King …

Sunday, January 17

Ocean City Tourism Campaign Gets Rolling

There may be a chill in the air, but the Ocean City Tourism Development Commission is reminding visitors that spring …

Berkshire Hathaway Honors Office Leaders

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Fox & Roach Realtors is recognizing sales associates in the Cape May County offices for being the …

Saturday, January 16

Deauville Inn Tempts Customers With New Menu

TJ Ricciardi has had the good fortune of having some of the country’s most acclaimed chefs as his mentors, including …

Ocean City Unveils Tentative Lineup of Family-Friendly Special Events

Miles of shoreline, the Boardwalk, shops and eateries continue to attract visitors to Ocean City – even during the pandemic. …

New Sales Agent Joins Berkshire Hathaway

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Fox & Roach Realtors welcomes Amy McComb as a new sales associate at the Simpson Avenue office …

Friday, January 15

Ready, Set: Reserve a Spot at Ocean City's Aquatic and Fitness Center

Reserving a spot at the pool, gym, or ensuring a place in a favorite exercise class are now all just …

Mayor’s Message: Jan. 15

Mayor Jay Gillian said that he, his senior staff and City Council President Bob Barr met virtually Friday with U.S. …

City Council Raises Concerns About Offshore Wind Farm

For the second time in two months, members of Ocean City’s governing body Thursday night expressed dismay about a proposed …

Thursday, January 14

County Waits For More COVID-19 Vaccine From State

Cape May County’s Department of Health has begun to administer the first doses of the COVID-19 vaccine as it awaits …

AARP Chapter to Host COVID-19 Webinar

Ocean City’s AARP Chapter 1062 will host a Zoom meeting at noon on Jan. 29 with speaker Megan Santiago, of …

Featured Vacation Rental: Jan. 14th

Address: 863 Pelham Place, Ocean City, NJ 08226 VROCNJ Listing #172 This beautiful furnished, 2nd floor beach block condo is …

Wednesday, January 13

Library’s Outdoor Reading Program Takes Off

Ocean City Free Public Library (OCFPL) staff members searched for ways to entertain, educate and enlighten their patrons, despite having …

Manco & Manco Pizza Delivers on Humane Society Donation

The Humane Society of Ocean City (HSOC) received a donation of nearly $1,700 from Manco & Manco Pizza. “As if …

Tuesday, January 12

Ready For Demolition, An Old House Serves One Last Purpose

Ocean City firefighters took advantage of a unique opportunity for some realistic training at an old home that is ready …

O.C. Schools Planning "Next Big Step" For In-Person Instruction

Ocean City's schools are planning their “next big step,” which is reopening their doors for five consecutive in-person instructional days, …

Monday, January 11

Library Board of Trustees Reorganizes, New Museum Director Discussed

The Ocean City Free Public Library (OCFPL) Board of Trustees reorganized during a virtual meeting Monday. A new trustee member …

Library Hosts Virtual Antiques Road Show

On Monday, Jan. 25 from 7-9 p.m., the Ocean City Free Public Library will hold a free virtual program called …

Sunday, January 10

Ocean City Fishing Club Pier to Grow Longer

Extending an impressive 635 feet from the Boardwalk, over the beach and out into the ocean, the Ocean City Fishing …

Saturday, January 9

Historic Homes Being Recognized With Plaques

A stroll along the tree-lined streets of Ocean City’s Historic District reveals a collection of alluring homes from the late …

Friday, January 8

Water Co. Makes Upgrades in Ocean City

New Jersey American Water Co. is investing $700,000 to upgrade water service and fire protection safety in the Gardens section …

Mayor's Message: Jan. 8

Mayor Jay Gillian's weekly message to the public includes information about a new registration portal for getting COVID-19 vaccinations. After …

Featured Vacation Rental: Jan. 8th

Address: 111 W Inlet Rd, Ocean City, NJ 08226 VROCNJ Listing #143 This Ocean City, NJ vacation home is located …

Thursday, January 7

County Zoo Critters Get Special Holiday Presents

When Cape May County Zoo officials asked the public to donate leftover Christmas trees -- minus the ornaments, of course …

O.C. Theatre Company Offering Winter Musical Classes

Ocean City Theatre Company will offer two winter dance classes for adults and children. Details follow.

Wednesday, January 6

Ronald Grunstra

Ronald B. Grunstra of Ocean City, NJ died peacefully on December 28, 2020 from complications of Covid 19. Ron was …

O.C. Board of Education Reorganizes, Lays Out Goal of In-Person Instruction

During the Ocean City Board of Education reorganization meeting Wednesday night, school officials were sworn in and the board member …

Cape May County Commissioners Reorganize

The Cape May County Board of County Commissioners met on Wednesday evening to officially reorganize their government. Commissioners Will Morey …

Age of Learning’s Digital Education Products like ABCmouse Can Help Parents Enhance At-Home Learning

The spotlight currently shining on the edtech sector has never been brighter. That’s because an entire planet is looking for …

Tuesday, January 5

Ocean City Ecumenical Council in Business of Helping Community

Like so many other charitable organizations throughout the country during the COVID-19 pandemic, the volunteers at the Ocean City Ecumenical …

High School Awarded AtlantiCare Grant to Support Student Club

Ocean City High School has been awarded a $1,000 grant through the AtlantiCare Healthy Schools, Healthy Children initiative. The grant …

UMC Residents, Healthcare Providers Receive COVID-19 Vaccine

CVS Pharmacy representatives arrived at United Methodist Communities at The Shores in Ocean City on Dec. 30 and administered the …

New Sales Agent Joins Berkshire Hathaway

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Fox & Roach Realtors welcomes Natalie Giacometti as a sales associate at its office on Ninth Street …

Monday, January 4

Summer 2020 Beach Tag Sales End Strong

Despite the pandemic and a temporary shutdown of beaches and businesses during the 2020 summer season, Ocean City beach tag …

Sturdy Savings Bank Donates to Local Organizations, Food Banks

Sturdy Savings Bank recently presented donations to local community organizations that are trying to meet the growing demand for food, …

Sunday, January 3

Inspirational Christmas Tree On Beach Will Be Back For 2021

One by one, Melanie Stampone and her helpers carefully removed the shiny ornaments, handwritten inspirational messages, seashells and other bric-a-brac …

Colony Club Members Participate in "Wreaths Across America" Day

Colony Club of Ocean City members recently took part in a national effort to honor the service of veterans by …

Saturday, January 2

Holiday Season Strong in Ocean City

The holiday shopping season in downtown Ocean City and on the Boardwalk proved successful for many merchants, officials said. Despite …

Free Rabies Clinic Canceled For 2021

Due to public health precautions related to limiting the spread of COVID-19, Ocean City's annual Free Rabies Clinic will not …

Friday, January 1

Ocean City Residents Wash Away 2020 With “First Dip”

Call it refreshing. Call it invigorating. Or, well, most might call it crazy, yet two Ocean City residents continued the …

New Name for County Freeholders

With the start of 2021, the Boards of Chosen Freeholders around the state will be re-titled and officially called the …