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Saturday, April 30

Mayoral Candidate Keith Hartzell Uncovers Truth About Plan to Import Sewage

Keith Hartzell, candidate for Ocean City mayor, sets the record straight after investigating an issue brought to his attention by …

Flood-Control Project Coming for Ocean City Neighborhood

Todd Chamberlain recalled the times that he’s carried his children through water. Not through a stream or a pond or …

Fans See Philly Sports Legends and Memorabilia at Ocean City Show

The Music Pier was transformed into a sports lover’s paradise Saturday, with everything from autographed baseball cards, helmets and photos …

Contract Dispute Will Not Cause Disruptions in Trash Service, City Officials Say

Ocean City has become embroiled in a contract dispute with its waste-hauling company, but Mayor Jay Gillian assured residents that …

Friday, April 29

Is Ocean City Better Off Under Mayor Jay Gillian’s Leadership?

Ocean City Mayor Jay Gillian recaps his accomplishments during his 12 years in office. He is asking voters leading up …

Volunteers Needed for Special Olympics Track and Field Meet

Ocean City will be host to the Special Olympics’ New Jersey Area 8 (Atlantic, Cape May and Cumberland counties) Track …

Mayor's Message: April 29

In his weekly message to the public, Mayor Jay Gillian gives an update on a series of improvement projects that …

Household Cleanup Days and Paper-Shredding in May

Ocean City will hold its semi-annual Household Cleanup Days on May 13 and May 14 at the Shelter Road Recycling …

Thursday, April 28

School Board Adopts Budget With Tax Decrease

The Ocean City Board of Education adopted the 2022-23 school budget on Wednesday night and taxpayers will be pleased to …

“Coffee With Cops” May 7

The Ocean City Police Department will hold a Coffee with Cops event 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. Saturday, May 7, …

Michael Kotendzhi Answers What is a Decentralized Supply Chain?

With the global supply chain drawing so much attention in the news recently, Michael Kotendzhi gives an introduction to the …

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Parents Ask School Board Not to Renew Girls Basketball Coach

Ocean City High School girls basketball coach Michael Cappelletti has been accused of mistreating his players. Parents and some of …

Wednesday, April 27

Kim Styer-Gallagher Honored With “Salute to Working Women” Award

Kim Styer-Gallagher spoke of her heartache, how she was left to run a business she and her husband, Harry Michael …

Registration Opens for "Cop Chase 5K"

The annual Cop Chase 5K is set for Saturday, June 4, and registration will open on Saturday, April 30. The …

Dr. Jacqueline Thomas Discusses Five Common Hormonal Conditions and Myths Among Women Over 40

Dr. Jacqueline Thomas is the co-founder and clinical directory at Alpine Valley Wellness Center in Wenatchee, Washington. In this article …

Tuesday, April 26

Council Candidates Talk Alcohol, Wind Farm at Forum

Six Ocean City Council candidates are seeking three at-large seats in the May 10 municipal election, and on Monday night, …

Ocean City to Hand Out Free Tree Seedlings

Free tree seedlings will be available to Ocean City residents on Friday, April 29, as part of the New Jersey …

Ted Rice Discusses Getting Started in Kiteboarding

Ted Rice of Marble Brewery in Albuquerque New Mexico is an avid surfer, golfer, and kiteboarder. Ted explains what you …

Buddy Schum of Bucks County on the Arresting Beauty of a Victorian Renovation Done Right

Buddy Schum of Bucks County discusses the approach to tackling one of the projects and some considerations that DIYers and …

Gillian, Hartzell Face Off in Mayoral Forum

Mayor Jay Gillian and challenger Keith Hartzell engaged each other in what was more of a gentlemanly sparring match than …

Monday, April 25

Sports Memorabilia Show Features Charlie Manuel, Seth Joyner

Former Philadelphia Phillies Manager Charlie Manuel and former Philadelphia Eagles linebacker Seth Joyner will be part of the fourth annual …

BUSINESSES AND CONSUMERS LIKELY PROTECTED FROM NEAR-TERM RECESSION

Not all recessions are created equal. Previous downturns in the U.S. were prompted by various shocks, with the most recent …

Sunday, April 24

Coat the Coast a Major Player in Decks, Coatings and More

It can be a dizzying range of options for consumers of building materials and services. And once a decision is …

Saturday, April 23

Luxury Condo Plans Updated For Historic District

The owner of a property he hopes to turn into an upscale condominium project in a key area of Ocean …

Summer Concert Series Tickets on Sale

Tickets for the 2022 Summer Concert Series at the Ocean City Music Pier will go on sale at local box …

Friday, April 22

Ocean City Hiring More Seasonal Officers

Ocean City Police Chief Jay Prettyman is getting his department ready for summer. He anticipates it will be a busy …

Mayor’s Message: April 22

Mayor Jay Gillian gives a rundown of Ocean City's plan to operate jitney service to the Boardwalk and downtown shopping …

Ocean City Plans New Jitney Service, Pickleball Upgrades

Ocean City will introduce new jitney service this summer that will offer two routes serving the Boardwalk and the Asbury …

Thursday, April 21

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Wednesday, April 20

Ocean City’s Summer Rec Programs Offer Array of Activities

When looking for activities for kids, the Ocean City Recreation Department has an array of camps, sports and programs to …

Superior Pest Solutions Offers Tips to Keep Ants Away

If you have ever enjoyed a picnic outside, then you may have noticed an army of ants marching across your …

Richard Hansen Discusses Recent Drug Safety News

Richard Hansen is a registered pharmacist and former university dean who resides in Auburn, AL. In the article below, Richard …

Tuesday, April 19

Future Ocean City Housing Site Will Remain Green Space for Now

The Ocean City Housing Authority has completed the demolition of 21 tiny homes dating to the 1960s that were once …

Library Presents "From High Point to Cape May"

On Thursday, April 21, the Ocean City Free Public Library will host a virtual presentation about the beautiful and diverse …

Luke Taylor Peever Discusses the Top Trends in Landscape Design

Luke Taylor Peever of Baton Rouge is the Owner of Lightscape Designs and a contributor to several construction and landscaping …

Monday, April 18

Bergman, Madden and Polcini Seek Your Support in Council Election

City Council candidates Karen Bergman, Pete Madden and Tony Polcini are reaching out to voters and asking for their support …

O.C.'s AARP to Host Seminar on Earth Day

This coming Friday is Earth Day. And in celebration of the occasion, Ocean City’s AARP Chapter 1062 will sponsor a …

Special Weather Statement: Coastal Flood Warning

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

WHAT TO WATCH THIS EARNINGS SEASON

First quarter earnings season is rolling. BlackRock, Delta Airlines, Goldman Sachs, JPMorgan Chase, and Morgan Stanley were among the first …

Top Online Casino Bonuses in 2022

While online casinos are a good place to have fun, relax, and also get some real money by simply playing …

Sunday, April 17

Easter Fashions Flourish on Ocean City Boardwalk

Sure, there were flowing floral dresses, tailored pastel-colored suits, plenty of bonnets and even a few fedoras. Oh, and there …

Saturday, April 16

Ocean City Boardwalk Hopping on Easter Weekend

If it weren't for plenty of headbands complete with bunny ears, colorful plastic eggs filled with toys and candies, and …

Friday, April 15

Chorus Seeks Singers For Performance With O.C. Pops

A chorus will join the Ocean City Pops on July 6 for a performance at the Ocean City Music Pier …

Pastor Paula White: Giving Is Still Very Much Alive

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Beau Adams of Cypress, Texas Examines Sports Technology Trends Leading the Way in 2022

Beau Adams of Cypress, Texas recognizes that many developments that are reaching a head in the sports industry in 2022 …

Zackary Fettel Discusses the Most Common Types of Arthroscopic Surgery

Zackary Fettel discusses the 5 most common types of arthroscopic surgery. Learn more about these procedures.

Eduardo Montaña Jr. Discusses Advancements in Pediatric Cardiology

Eduardo Montaña Jr. is a lipidologist and a preventive pediatric cardiologist in Georgia. In the following article, Dr. Eduardo Montaña …

Thursday, April 14

Mayoral Candidate Keith Hartzell Calls for Honesty and Transparency

Keith Hartzell, candidate for Ocean City Mayor, sets the record straight and calls for honesty and transparency. After receiving another …

Pothole Patching Set for Corsons Inlet Bridge

Corsons Inlet Bridge has a serious case of pothole-itis. A Swiss cheese-like array of potholes has pockmarked the bridge’s concrete …

Mayor’s Message: April 14

Mayor Jay Gillian and his wife, Michele, are wishing everyone a happy Easter and Passover. In his weekly message to …

Great Egg Hunt on Boardwalk April 16

The Hunt is on, everyone. Make that the Great Egg Hunt on the Boardwalk. Boardwalk merchants are treating children up …

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HEADWINDS TO GLOBAL GROWTH

LPL Research reduced U.S. and global GDP forecasts due to Russian commodity disruptions, elevated inflation dynamics, and higher borrowing costs.

Wednesday, April 13

Old Homes Demolished to Make Room for New Housing Development

A giant excavator sent its claw crashing into the roof of one of the cottage-style homes that had been part …

Tuesday, April 12

High-Rise Hotel Controversy Enters Mayoral Race

Are high-rise hotels on the Boardwalk in Ocean City’s future? The issue has become a hot topic leading up to …

Monday, April 11

New Book Holders to Enhance "StoryWalk" Experience

When the COVID-19 pandemic began, the Ocean City Free Public Library (OCFPL) looked into ways for people to enjoy outdoors. …

Salute to Working Women April 27

The Ocean City Regional Chamber of Commerce announced that Kim Styer-Gallagher, owner of Coastal Marine Piling, Inc. will receive the …

Easter Events and Ocean City Pops Announcement

A full calendar of spring events continues on Easter Weekend in Ocean City with a free egg hunt on the …

Council Voting Records Show Support For Mayor Jay Gillian

In Ocean City’s Mayor-Council form of government the Mayor and his Administration are responsible for the overwhelming majority of items …

Michael Kotendzhi Discusses Automation in Warehousing

Michael Yevgen Kotendzhi, the COO and a Partner with 18 Wheels Logistics, discusses the top 3 trends impacting the logistics …

After The First Season, Chris Rivers Discusses Vertical Academy Basketball

Chris Rivers, formerly with Adidas, is the Founder of Tribute Sports Management and in the article below he discusses to …

Sunday, April 10

OCTC to Highlight Young Talents With Camps, Shows

The Ocean City Theatre Company (OCTC) offers many ways for young talents to hone, develop or just try out musical …

Saturday, April 9

Ocean City's Doo Dah Parade Unleashes Zany Time

They strutted. They hummed, or rather howled, a tune. Some wore zany costumes. Others looked simply demure in their colorful …

Roadwork to Cause Detours on 34th Street

Beginning on Monday, April 11, 34th Street will be closed between West Avenue and Asbury Avenue in Ocean City for …

Friday, April 8

Mayor’s Message: April 8

Mayor Jay Gillian gives a brief overview of Ocean City's proposed 2022 municipal budget in his weekly message to the …

Great Egg Hunt Coming to Boardwalk

The Hunt is on, everyone. Make that the Great Egg Hunt on the Boardwalk. Boardwalk merchants are treating children up …

Ocean City to Get $24 Million in Beach Replenishment

How much sand can $24 million buy? Next year, Ocean City will find out exactly how much. The city has …

Thursday, April 7

Preparing Your Bike For Spring

The Ocean City Free Public Library is hosting a Zoom presentation about bicycles and how to get them ready for …

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Maria Masi Discusses Operational Efficiency Models

Maria Masi formerly of JP Morgan contributes to publications covering the subjects of operations management and developing effective teams. In …

Phil Zaccaria Discusses Oil and Gas Drilling News

Phil Zaccaria is a Petroleum Engineer and entrepreneur in San Antonio, Texas who is a regular contributor to energy news …

Wednesday, April 6

Raptors Returning to Ocean City to Chase Gulls

When it comes to choosing a vacation spot, it isn’t only the family-friendly environment, Boardwalk, beaches and downtown shopping, that …

Easter Egg Hunt in The Gardens

On Saturday, April 16, rain or shine, the Ocean City Gardens Civic Association will host an Easter Egg Hunt for …

Marc Jaffe of Indianapolis Discusses Real Estate Investing Trends to Watch For in 2022

Marc Jaffe Indianapolis Investor discuss the top 6 things impacting the real estate market in 2022. Click here to learn …

Tuesday, April 5

Car Caress Brings a Shine to Your Car or Boat

With warmer weather just around the corner, spring cleaning is in full effect at the shore. A spin around the …

Dr. Gerard Jellig Discusses the Status of the SAT

Dr. Gerard Jellig is an educator who has served as a turnaround principal in schools that are now viewed as …

The Top Resorts in Ocean City

The world is opening up again, which means our fantastic city will likely see more tourists coming in. If you're …

Monday, April 4

Manco & Manco Brings Boardwalk Flavor to the Ballpark

During an opening week public relations event at Citizens Bank Park, the Philadelphia Phillies announced the opening of an Ocean …

High School Students Become “Best Buddies”

Eight years ago, parents of students enrolled in the Life Skills class at Ocean City High School went to educators …

Doo Dah Parade and Great Egg Hunt on Saturday in Ocean City

Philadelphia Flyers legends Jimmy and Joe Watson will be grand marshals for the 2022 Doo Dah Parade in Ocean City …

OUR STOCK MARKET FINAL FOUR

As the Final Four NCAA Basketball Tournament rolls on in New Orleans, we continue our tradition of picking a stock …

Sunday, April 3

Superheroes and More Highlight Ocean City's Comics Convention

Noah Lepore, 8, and his 3-year-old sister, Giuliana, were swinging their lightsabers like fully trained Jedi Knights while following the …

OCTC Offering Summer Educational Opportunities for Students

The Greater Ocean City Theatre Company (OCTC) is excited to announce their 2022 summer lineup of camps and productions featuring …

Saturday, April 2

Ocean City Delivers on Girls Weekend  

The times we spend together with family and friends will create the memories we will cherish throughout our lifetime. The …

Cape May County Lodging Industry Rebounds in 2021

Newly released figures show that the beach counties in New Jersey saw improvement in the summer of 2021 based on …

Friday, April 1

Girls Weekend Fashion Show is Big Hit

After two years of COVID-19, the “girls” in Ocean City have been feeling, well, a little cooped up. But that …

Cape May County Providing Additional COVID-19 Booster Shot

The Cape May County Department of Health will be providing a second booster shot of the COVID-19 vaccines. There will …

Mayor's Message: April 1

Mayor Jay Gillian announced Friday that Jimmy and Joe Watson will be the grand marshals of Ocean City's Doo Dah …

United Methodist Communities to Hold Earth Day Spring Market

United Methodist Communities will hold an Earth Day Spring Market on April 22 at The Shores in Ocean City. Details …