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Tuesday, November 30

Ocean City Property Next to Boardwalk Sells for $4.25 Million

An acre of land may not seem like much if it is out in the country. But an acre of …

ACCC Drone Program Moves to Cape May County Campus

South Jersey residents interested in obtaining a degree or certification in drones can now take classes at Atlantic Cape Community …

Monday, November 29

Historic Ocean City Home Saved by Community

Sometimes in life, preservationists who have an interest in saving historic sites really do win. That is exactly what happened …

Ocean City's Christmas Parade Returns

Ocean City’s annual Christmas Parade travels down Asbury Avenue at 6 p.m. Friday, Dec. 3. Lights, garland, wreaths and bows …

Discount on "First Night" Buttons Ends After Tuesday

Admission buttons for Ocean City’s First Night celebration are on sale now, and a $5 discount for those who purchase …

AARP Meeting to Focus on Ways Seniors May Protect Themselves From Elder Fraud

How much do you know about the variety of tactics used by scammers? What can you do to protect yourself …

Sunday, November 28

Ocean City Resident Offers Style, Comfort With Clothing Line

At just 24, Ocean City resident Jake Brown is a budding entrepreneur. His clothing line, WoodLuck, offers an array of …

Letter to the Editor: From Ocean City Board of Education Member Suzanne Morgan

Ocean City Board of Education member Suzanne Morgan is resigning from her position in the wake of what she calls …

Saturday, November 27

Ocean City Community Shows Warmth With Clothing Drive

Each year the Ocean City Board of Realtors holds a clothing drive to help those in need over the winter. …

Library to Host Virtual Event, “The Great British Baking Tour: Holiday Edition”

Join United Kingdom travel/relocation consultant and former UK resident Claire Evans for a culinary tour of the UK inspired by …

Friday, November 26

Ocean City's “Miracle in the Downtown”

There was Santa. There were two very happy elves. There was live entertainment. There were horse and carriage rides. And …

Mayor's Message: Nov. 26

In his weekly message Friday, Mayor Jay Gillian thanked all of the residents, guests, businesses, city team members, educators, clergy …

Berkshire Hathaway Office in Ocean City Wins Award

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Fox & Roach Realtors congratulates the Michael Contino team, Ocean City’s Simpson Avenue and Ninth Street sales …

Thursday, November 25

Ocean City Completes Historic 12-1 Season

It was the 99th renewal of one of South Jersey’s oldest Thanksgiving Day football rivalries. Ocean City’s 34-14 win over …

Wednesday, November 24

Ocean City Community Serves Up Kindness, Meals For Thanksgiving

Each year, a group of Ocean City residents, business owners and city officials come together to provide holiday meals to …

Owners Can Arrange to Have Private Boat Slips Dredged

Ocean City's 2021-22 back bay dredging program will include maintenance dredging at North Point Lagoon, Snug Harbor, Carnival Bayou, Venetian …

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Tuesday, November 23

Ocean City Vacation Website Offering Holiday Deals

Business has been good for Ocean City’s Vacation Rental website VROCNJ.com, so much so that Duane Watlington, founder of Vacation …

United Methodist Communities Rates as “High Performing” in National Survey

Each year, U.S. News and World Report researches over 15,000 nursing homes across the country to help people find reliable, …

Jace Ferraez Discusses Recent Bankruptcy Case News

Jace Ferraez is an attorney and bankruptcy law clerk in Columbus, MS. We asked Mr. Ferraez what some of the …

Monday, November 22

Two O.C. Alums Win Field Hockey National Championship

Chloe Prettyman and Nya Gilcrest had already solidified their standing as stellar field hockey players at Ocean City High School. …

Santa Sighting, Holiday Spirit in Ocean City on Black Friday

An Old Fashioned Family Christmas in Downtown Ocean City is scheduled for Friday, the day after Thanksgiving, which is traditionally …

Sunday, November 21

Trees Bring Holiday Spirit to Ocean City Beaches

Two Ocean City women living on opposite ends of the island have once again brought a community together with their …

Volunteers Sought for First Night Celebration and Christmas Parade

First Night OCNJ is seeking volunteers to assist at various venues during Ocean City's family-friendly New Year's Eve celebration on …

Saturday, November 20

Holiday Shoppers Venture Out “Earlier Than The Bird”

Wallet? Check. Holiday shopping list? Check. Pajamas … huh? Yes, it is true, the only real way to shop in …

Ocean City Arts Center to Host Pottery and Mosaic Exhibit

The Ocean City Arts Center will host the annual OCAC Pottery and Mosaic Student and Teacher exhibit Dec. 1 through …

Friday, November 19

Millville Tops Ocean City in Title Game

Ocean City’s formula for a successful football season, running the ball to set up the pass, worked to perfection Friday …

Beach Tags Go On Sale, Serving As Reminder Of Summer Days

Ah, those summer days. When the winds are whipping and the winter chill is biting, there is one thing that …

Mayor’s Message: Nov. 19

Mayor Jay Gillian asked the community to join him in mourning the loss of Renee Monihan, a 4-year-old girl who …

Prominent Tattoo Artist, Samantha Ramer, Draws Up a Winning Guide to Enjoying Your Tattoo Experience

The decision to get a tattoo isn’t one that should be taken lightly. Due to the permanent nature of every …

Thursday, November 18

Ocean City Faces Millville for S.J. Title Game Friday Night

It has been a season like few others for the Ocean City High School football team. Their 45-10 triumph over …

Featured Vacation Rental: November 18, 2021

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Jay Levi Discusses the Latest Anthropology News

Jay Levi is a professor of anthropology, author, and world traveler. Below, Professor Levi explains some of the latest happenings …

Assemblyman Antwan McClellan Chamber’s Citizen of the Year

Assemblyman Antwan McClellan has had quite a year. He got married. He was re-elected to office and he was just …

Wednesday, November 17

Discounted Admission Buttons Available for "First Night" Celebration

Admission buttons for Ocean City’s First Night celebration are on sale now. A $5 discount for those who purchase early …

Tuesday, November 16

New Pumper Truck Arrives in Ocean City

The Ocean City Fire Department added fire truck to the fleet to replace one that is more than 20 years …

Suspended Ocean City Police Sergeant Indicted on Sex Assault Charges

Cape May County Prosecutor Jeffrey H. Sutherland announced the Grand Jury indictment of Tyrone Rolls, a 51 year old resident …

Frank Armijo on Actionable Ways to Encourage Youth to Pursue Higher Education

Over the years, there has been much discussion about the benefits of graduating from university. Of them, a few of …

Monday, November 15

Ocean City Condo Complex Gets a Lift

Residents at the Ocean Aire condos will have a much better view of the bay and won’t have the worries …

Downtown "Earlier Than the Bird" Celebration Set for Saturday

The early forecast calls for clear weather on Saturday – ideal conditions to kick off the holiday season along downtown …

North Kansas City Schools on the Importance of Mental Health Services in Schools

The COVID-19 pandemic has posed many challenges to the American education system and its students, educators, and parents. In 2020, …

Sunday, November 14

Ocean City's Downtown All Dressed Up For Holidays

Each holiday season, Ocean City welcomes visitors to the downtown to enjoy shops and restaurants with the added touch of …

Ocean City’s Holiday Spectacular Returns in December

This season the Greater Ocean City Theatre Company invites everyone to come celebrate the most wonderful time of the year …

Saturday, November 13

Flood-Prone West 17th Street Neighborhood is Getting Some Help

Now 89 years old, Warren Reiner has lived in Ocean City’s West 17th Street neighborhood since 1952 and is a …

Little Girl Struck and Killed in Ocean City

A 4-year-old girl died of her injuries after being struck by a vehicle Saturday in the vicinity of West Inlet …

Friday, November 12

Ocean City Beats Long Branch, Heads to South Jersey Title Game

It’s been an exciting few days for the Ocean City High School football team, and especially its defensive coordinator, Sean …

Ocean City Preschoolers Learn From Trees

Ocean City Primary School students used their magnifying glasses, measuring tapes and bags to collect items and explore and learn …

Mayor’s Message: Nov. 12

Mayor Jay Gillian is extending his thanks to all of the participants in Ocean City's annual Veterans Day ceremony. Among …

Ocean City Announces Trash, Recycling Schedule for Thanksgiving Week

Ocean City has announced the trash, recycling and yard waste pickup schedule for the week of Thanksgiving, Nov. 22 to …

Dan Yarrington of Tabletop Tycoon Inc. on the Making of a Great Board Game

Board games have remained a popular form of entertainment for decades. During the height of the COVID-19 pandemic in the …

Victor Rigoni III on Millennial and Gen Z Investing Trends

Victor Rigoni III is a wealth management advisor who covers investment news and developments in various financial markets. We caught …

Hyde School’s Leadership and Character Education Goes Outdoors

There is no question that outdoor experiences help build skills in team building, and many corporate entities use this same …

Chinye Azuh of Michigan On the Signs You May Have an Alcohol Problem

Since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic, national alcohol sales and the number of Americans binge drinking has drastically increased. …

Thursday, November 11

Ocean City Salutes Those Who Served

What is it like to be in the presence of our country’s greatest heroes from World War II, Vietnam and …

Featured Vacation Rental: November 11, 2021

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Wednesday, November 10

Four “Women of Wonder” Celebrated in Ocean City

This year, there were not three, but four, “Women of Wonder” recognized for their outstanding achievements and contributions to their …

Berkshire Hathaway Real Estate Celebrates Company's Diversity

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Fox & Roach Realtors and the Trident Group celebrated Global Diversity Awareness Month with companywide celebrations during …

Prison Reform: Stacy Scuderi Speaks On Why Florida Prisons Are Inhumane

Between 1980 and 2019, the number of incarcerated women in American prisons increased by more than 700%, rising from just …

Michael DeNobile Discusses Literature in the News

Michael DeNobile of Oswego is an educator, author, and film critic. Below, Mr. DeNobile discusses literature making waves in the …

Concerned Parents Seek Answers From School District

The Ocean City School District hosted a Community Forum at the Ocean City Public Library on Tuesday evening. The event …

Tuesday, November 9

Moorestown Tops Ocean City in Field Hockey Playoff Final

The Ocean City field hockey team ended the season with a 2-0 loss to Moorestown in the Group 3 South …

Ocean City Girls Soccer Falls in Playoffs

The Ocean City girls soccer team ended their season with a Group 3 South semifinal playoff loss to visiting Mainland …

Stephen Troese Jr. Discusses PGA Updates and Golf News

Stephen Troese Jr. is an avid golfer, Founder and CEO of LRI Energy Solutions, and reports on PGA news. According …

Kevin Canterbury of Arizona: Time to Sell or Rent Your Home?

Kevin Canterbury is the Founder and Managing Director of Redstone Capital Management in Arizona. As a financial planner and advisor, …

Dr. Hanid Audish Discusses the Causes of Low Testosterone in Men

Dr. Hanid Audish is the Founder of Encompass Clinical Research which conducts studies on many conditions such as migraines, neuropathy, …

Monday, November 8

Renovation Project for Library's Second Floor Back on Track

The Ocean City Free Public Library is on its way to getting a revamped, renovated second floor, complete with comfortable …

Ocean City Welcomes Holidays With "Winterfest by the Sea"

Lights and seasonal decorations are going up throughout Ocean City this week as the city gets into the spirit of …

Aging Water Pipes Will be Replaced on East 10th Street, Haven Avenue

New Jersey American Water is preparing to replace approximately 3,300 feet of aging 6-inch cast iron water main that was …

Hellenic Petroleum Discusses Petroleum Demand Forecast

Hellenic Petroleum LLC is a global supplier of diesel fuel, lubricants, and other petroleum products. With oil and gas prices …

Lifestyle Holidays Vacation Club Reviews Say: Do Something Exciting on Your Next Vacation!

Lifestyle Holidays Vacation Club is a members-only resort with locations in the Dominican Republic and Dubai. LHVC surveys their clients …

Joseph Painter of Blacksburg, VA Explores Legal Trends Expected to Continue into 2022

Joseph Painter- a Blacksburg area lawyer with insights on notable legal trends- acknowledges that one of the premier challenges for …

Ashish Bhandari of Dubai Discusses Emerging Markets News

Ashish Bhandari is a fund manager and investment advisor to companies in Dubai, India, and Mauritius, to name a few. …

Chris Russo of Portland Discusses the State of Art Education in Public Schools

Chris Russo of Portland, OR is a writer, world traveler, and educator. Having an appreciation of the arts and art …

Geoff Creaghan on Incorporating Cloud Technology into Your Business

Geoff Creaghan, an executive director at Southern New Hampshire University as of November 8, 2021, writes extensively on the subject …

Sunday, November 7

Ocean City School District Seeks Community Input on Key Issues

The Ocean City School District is hosting a second community forum in less than a month this Tuesday to discuss …

Saturday, November 6

Offshore Wind Farm Project Generates Debate

An open house in Ocean City on Saturday to discuss the pros and cons of an offshore wind project, proposed …

O.C. Advances to Playoff Semifinal With Win Over Mainland

On a night that Ocean City High School honored a legend, its football team turned in a legendary performance in …

Friday, November 5

School’s Toy Drive to Benefit CHOP a Success

The Ocean City Primary School’s toy drive last month to give children at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, CHOP, special …

Reimet's Goal Lifts Ocean City Girls Soccer Team to Semifinals

The Ocean City girls soccer team defeated visiting Moorestown, 1-0, on Friday afternoon to advance to the Group 3 South …

Ocean City Field Hockey Advances to Finals

The Ocean City High School field hockey team defeated visiting Clearview Regional, 2-1, on Friday to advance to the Group …

Mayor's Message: Nov. 5

Mayor Jay Gillian gives a rundown of a series of safety improvements planned at the intersection of 20th Street and …

O.C. Theatre Company Presents "Addams Family" Musical

“They’re creepy and they’re kooky, mysterious and spooky, they’re altogether ooky!” The Broadway musical sensation The Addams Family (School Edition) …

Thursday, November 4

Roadway Improvements to Make it Safer for Students at Intermediate School

New safety improvements are planned at the intersection of 20th Street and Bay Avenue to protect students at the Ocean …

Inbound Lanes of Ninth Street Causeway Closed Saturday Morning for 5K Race

The south side of the Route 52 causeway (entering Ocean City at Ninth Street) will be closed on Saturday, Nov. …

Featured Vacation Rental: November 4, 2021

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Nathaniel Whittle of Texas on Tips to Stay Safe This Hunting Season

Hunting seasons for white-tailed deer and duck are just about to kick off for the year, and many are excited …

Freddie Vazquez JR Discusses News from the US Equine Industry

Freddie Vazquez JR runs the Messenger Hill Farm which is a boutique concierge equestrian training facility. An avid rider and …

PlayEdge Discusses What to Expect in Final Fantasy XIV Endwalker

PlayEdge runs a subscription-based premium game store with currently over 5,000 titles. On the company blog, fans are treated to …

Joey Armstrong Discusses Viral Ad Campaigns

Joey Armstrong is Founder of Joey Armstrong Marketing, a digital advertising and content marketing agency in California. In the following, …

Wednesday, November 3

Buying a Home During the Pandemic – What Now?

The housing market’s meteoric rise in sale prices during the pandemic has led to a cautionary tale. During the past …

Brad Schaeffer of MedComp Sciences on Genetic Testing in the News

MedComp Sciences is a company that provides DNA-based medical testing services to clinical healthcare providers. Brad Schaeffer is the Founder …

Dr. Reuben and Ayodele Obaro on the Correlation Between Mental and Physical Health

For years, researchers have evaluated the correlation between physical and mental health. Dr. Reuben Obaro- a UK-based medical doctor and …

Charles Zsebik on the Hottest Car Shows to See in the US

Charles Zsebik is a classic car enthusiast and is a regular contributor for restoration magazines. With auto events finally starting …

Michael Treco on Increasing Student and Alumni Engagement

Recently, colleges across the country have been looking for ways to boost engagement among their students and alumni bases. Colleges …

Republicans Cruise to Wins in First District, County Commission Races

Two years ago, the Republican challengers succeeded in their goal to “Flip the First” by defeating the Democratic incumbents in …

Crowley Wins in First Ward; School Board Fills Three Seats

Ocean City's First Ward voters spoke. City Councilman Terry Crowley Jr., who was appointed to fill an unexpired term, handily …

Ocean City Girls Soccer Cruises to Victory

The Ocean City girls soccer team cruised to a 9-2 win in the opening round of the NJSIAA Group Three …

Ocean City Victorious in Quarterfinal Round

The Ocean City Field Hockey team proved victorious 2-1 over visiting Allentown on a damp and dreary Tuesday afternoon. The …

Tuesday, November 2

Loren Christopher Hanssen on Recent Data Breaches in the News

Loren Christopher Hanssen of MN is an InfoSec and identity theft protection expert. Here Mr. Hanssen weighs in on some …

David DeQuattro on How Employers and Employees are Adapting to Remote Work

David DeQuattro is a Principal with RGB Architects in Providence, RI. We asked for Mr. DeQuattro’s thoughts on the pros …

Monday, November 1

Terry Crowley has Broad Based Support for the 1st Ward Council Seat

It was one of my greatest honors to serve Ocean City as the 1st Ward Councilman. It is personally important …

Storms Leave Mini-Cliffs at Some Ocean City Beaches

Coastal storms this fall have left erosion in their wake at beaches in Ocean City and throughout the shore communities. …

OCHS Boys Soccer Team Falls in Playoffs

The Ocean City High School boys soccer team saw their season come to an abrupt end Monday with a 2-0 …

Election Day Reminder

Voters will go to the polls on Tuesday to choose a governor, representatives to the N.J. Senate, N.J. General Assembly, …

Kenny Natiss Discusses the Principles of InfoSec You Should Know

Kenny Natiss is the Founder of The LCO Group, a NYC-based IT solutions and support company with clients ranging from …

Dr. Raymond Trigg Shares School Safety Tips from a Former Police Officer

In 2020, nearly 20% of all American schools switched to full-time online learning due to the COVID-19 pandemic. However, since …

Giuseppe Caira on the Value of Food Banks

Giuseppe Caira is the Owner of JC Contractors and Custom Builders and a regular volunteer at several food banks in …

Robin Shaffer for the Ocean City Board of Education

Shaffer is passionate about the field of education and has dedicated his adult life to serving communities of children, parents …