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Saturday, December 31

Ocean City Bridge Closings "Unnecessary"

The bridges serving Ocean City were briefly shut down Friday for a police investigation, a city spokesman confirmed. “The brief …

Friday, December 30

Sea Isle Sisters Shine on Wrestling Mat

“Girls don’t wrestle!” That single sentence was all it took to create determination in the Cunningham sisters of Sea Isle …

US Ignored Own Scientists' Warning in Backing Atlantic Wind Farm

US government scientists warned federal regulators the South Fork offshore wind farm near the Rhode Island coast threatened the Southern …

Thursday, December 29

“First Night 2023” Sure to Delight Families

Ocean City is the place to be to ring in the new year with “First Night 2023.” The annual tradition …

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John R. Callen Discusses the Current Challenges of Healthcare Staffing Issues

John R. Callen of MedRehab Alliance will shed some light on the current challenges faced by healthcare organizations and offer …

Wednesday, December 28

Ocean City High School Suffers Water Damage When Pipe Breaks

When temperatures plummeted over Christmas, pipes froze. They froze at businesses. They froze at houses. And in Ocean City, they …

Venue Changes for First Night in Ocean City

Two new venues will host First Night entertainment in Ocean City on New Year’s Eve. Details follow.

Frank Okunak Describes the Positive Impacts of Community Service & Volunteering

Frank Okunak says that community also provides a shared faith that each member's individual needs will be met. It increases …

Tuesday, December 27

Third Delay in Ocean City's Crown Bank Bankruptcy Sale

Going once, going twice, but not sold as of yet, with a third postponement by the bankruptcy court of a …

State Renews Ocean City's Island-wide Dredging Permit

State regulators have renewed a dredging permit for Ocean City’s bay waters, including both private and public areas, for another …

Monday, December 26

Top 10 Ocean City Stories of 2022

From major snowstorms that dumped a foot of snow and more in Ocean City, to the loss of a beloved …

Sunday, December 25

St. Peter’s Methodist Church Volunteers Serve Meals and Christmas Cheer

Volunteers at St. Peter’s United Methodist Church in Ocean City did their part on Christmas Day to make it possible …

Saturday, December 24

Binge Watch “Christmas Chorale 2022”  

Grab a cup of hot cocoa and settle in to watch “Christmas Chorale 2022," where a dozen local church and …

Colony Club of Ocean City Participates in Wreaths Across America Day

The Colony Club of Ocean City honored the service of area veterans by placing wreaths on graves at the Gerald …

Friday, December 23

Ocean City Surfer Brings Hawaii Home With Photography

Matt Aromando relocated to Hawaii two years ago from his hometown of Ocean City to pursue his passion for landscape …

Ocean City Awards New Contract for Jitney Service

Those lime green and white jitneys will be traveling along the streets of Ocean City again next summer, bringing cheap …

Dave Reykdal Discusses Safety in Construction

Dave Reykdal owns and operates Tri-Energy Services, a maintenance and construction company that provides construction planning and turn-key project management …

Algirdas Janilionis of Kaunas on The Significance of Lithuanian NBA Players

Algirdas Janilionis of Kaunas, Lithuania is currently a chef in New York City, New York. While the restaurant industry has …

Terry O’Deen of Sunset Lighting Company Discusses Lighting Needs of Content Creators

Terry O’Deen of Sunset Lighting Company says that lighting can make or break content creators because it is all about …

Thursday, December 22

Ocean City to Try New Strategy to Stop Rowdy Juveniles

Ocean City will utilize a new tactic as part of a broader strategy to try to prevent large groups of …

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Flooding and Wind Advisories Issued for Storm

The National Weather Service issued a Coastal Flood Advisory in effect for Ocean City, Strathmere and nearby coastal areas from …

Paul Ayotte of Hillsborough, FL Discusses the Differences and Similarities of Financial Planning and Wealth Management

Paul Ayotte of Hillsborough, FL explains these differences and covers the importance of each service in helping manage finances effectively.

Downtown Nixa Mark Anderson Discusses Tourism in the Area

Downtown Nixa Mark Anderson is a serial entrepreneur in the Nixa, Missouri area. In the following article, Mark Anderson discusses …

Wednesday, December 21

Hiring Search Continues For New OCHS Principal

A search for a new high school principal continues for the Ocean City school district. The position will be re-advertised …

Storm to Bring Rain, Winds and Bitter Cold

The National Weather Service is warning of a strong storm system that will sweep through the region from Thursday through …

Cape May County Commission Director Gerald Thornton Honored

The Cape May County Board of Commissioners presented Commission Director Gerald M. Thornton with a proclamation Tuesday night during a …

Anne and Carl Deane Describe the Most Magical End-of-Year Trips for the Avid Traveler

Anne and Carl Deane explain that with there being a million trips to experience, narrowing down a list was a …

Criterion Capital on Affordable Places to Live in London

Criterion Capital, a London based property investment firm, aims to address the lack of affordable living spaces in the UK. …

Tuesday, December 20

Ocean City’s Crown Bank Bankruptcy Hearing Moved to Dec. 27

The decision on who will purchase the nearly 100-year-old landmark Crown Bank building in downtown Ocean City will have to …

Library Hosts Hot Chocolate Bar For Young Adults

Come out and join other young adults for hot chocolate and fun Wednesday, Dec. 21, from 6 p.m. to 8 …

HISTORIC YEAR FOR CENTRAL BANK ACTIVITY

The Federal Reserve (Fed) wrapped up its last Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting of the year last week, where …

Thomas Cothren Explains the Role of Proper Nutrition During Substance Abuse Recovery

Thomas Cothren explains the important role that proper nutrition plays during substance recovery, for both the physical and mental recovery …

William Ryan Mitchell Provides Holiday Travel Tips from A Pilot

As a professional airline pilot who has worked many holiday seasons, William Ryan Mitchell understands how stressful traveling during the …

Duane Thorne of Smithville on Improving Your Golf Game During the Offseason

As an avid golfer, Duane Thorne of Smithville is always looking at ways to improve his golf game. One of …

Samantha Foss Discusses Everything to Know About the Lightning Network

Samantha Foss is an entrepreneur in the technology industry. In the following article, Samantha Foss discusses the Lightning Network, what …

Dr. Paranthi Reddy Explains When to Seek an Oral Surgeon

Dr. Paranthi Reddy is a Board-certified oral surgeon with experience in facial deformities and reconstruction, as well as general maxillofacial …

Roger Andras Explains What It Takes to Mentally and Physically Recover from an Injury

Roger George Andras is an entrepreneur and social media blogger on health and wellness related matters. In the following article, …

Mark Pizur Discusses Ways to Ensure a Proper Work-Life Balance

Mark Pizur of Indiana is a business executive and entrepreneur. As a family man, Mark understands the importance of creating …

Laila Al-Lamadani Discusses Technology in Human Resources

Laila Al-Lamadani is a senior level human resource professional in both US and Global capacities. In the following article, Laila …

Jeremy Kipp Discusses the Future of Commercial Real Estate in California

Jeremy Kipp works in commercial real estate in southern California. In the following article, Jeremy Kipp discusses the current state …

Devin Doyle Discusses the Importance of Fire Sprinkler Systems in Commercial Buildings

Devin Doyle of Santa Ana is a business owner of several equipment fabrication companies in the western US. In the …

Dennis Johnson Discusses Advancements in Veterinary Surgery

Dennis Johnson of Decatur, IL has been in practice since 1966. Currently a working veterinarian at The Decatur Animal Clinic, …

Monday, December 19

City to Honor John Loeper, Dr. Patrick Kane With MLK Award

Leading a life of doing for others, helping a community, making it better, that is what the Martin Luther King …

Holiday House Decorating Contest Winners Announced

This year’s Holiday House Decorating Contest in Ocean City included 39 entries, according to a city news release. Find out …

Ultimate Guide to First Night and First Day Celebration in Ocean City

Ocean City’s popular New Year’s Eve event will return for the 30th time this year, and families throughout the region …

Sunday, December 18

Rights of Service Animals and Their Owners

Many of us consider our animals a member of the family. We feed, shelter and protect them because we love …

Saturday, December 17

Visitors Enjoy Holiday Shopping Spree in Ocean City

A white carriage horse clip-clopped down Asbury Avenue in Ocean City and a piano teacher and his students performed classic …

Friday, December 16

BOE on Verge of Sweeping Change in Makeup

The Ocean City Board of Education will look dramatically different come January, with four newcomers who won the November election …

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Thursday, December 15

Volunteers Bake Sweet Treats at St. Pete’s

The smell of freshly baked cookies wafted through the hallway of St. Peter’s United Methodist Church in Ocean City, where …

No Change in Trash/Recycling Pickup Schedule for Holidays

There will be no change to Ocean City's trash, recycling and yard waste pickup schedule for the weeks of Christmas …

Dr. Mike McFalls Discusses the Superintendent’s Role in Leading Schools

Dr. Mike McFalls of Texas is a regular contributor on educational leadership. In the following article, Dr. Mike McFalls, Principal, …

Erica Hahn Provides Insight on How to Stay on Track with Your Wellness Resolution Throughout the New Year

Erica Hahn of Williamsburg, VA works as a pharmacist and is passionate about maintaining overall wellness through living a healthy …

Wednesday, December 14

Crown Bank Building in Ocean City Draws Second Bid

There is a bidding war of sorts going on for the landmark Crown Bank building at the corner of Eighth …

Shore Medical Center's Auxiliary Hosts "Tree of Lights" Ceremony

The Auxiliary of Shore Medical Center celebrated the start of the holiday season on Dec. 7 with its annual Tree …

Anthony Sandoval of Georgia Discusses the Importance of Advocacy for Human Trafficking

Anthony Sandoval of Georgia is a maritime worker and frequent traveler to London and Dubai. In the following article, Anthony …

Tuesday, December 13

Crown Bank Building Bankruptcy Hearing Postponed

The fate of the landmark Crown Bank building in downtown Ocean City will have to wait a little longer. A …

Shore Medical Center Honors "Guardian Angels" at Ceremony

On Thursday, Dec. 8, Shore Medical Center in Somers Point held its annual "Guardian Angel" pinning ceremony, at which 72 …

DECEMBER DOWN BUT NOT OUT

Despite the S&P 500 Index starting December with five consecutive days of losses, we think December is down but not …

Monday, December 12

Upgrades Planned for Ocean City Library

A new roof is just one of two major improvements planned for the Ocean City Free Public Library in 2023. …

Ocean City Theatre Company Stages "Holiday Spectacular"

The Ocean City Music Pier stage will light up with the sights and sounds of the season as the Ocean …

Max Moreno of Boise Provides a Guide on How Golf Clubs Can Compete for Members

Max Moreno of Boise is a private club professional. With extensive years of executive-level experience in private golf club management, …

Sunday, December 11

“Brunched By An Angel” Show Mixes Food and Fortunes

There’s a show in Las Vegas creating a flurry of excitement for audiences while they enjoy brunch, sip mimosas and …

“We Belong Cape May County” to Host LGBTQ Seminars

"We Belong Cape May County" will host a three-part LGBTQ informational lecture series: "Listen, Learn and Love," according to a …

Saturday, December 10

Ocean City Plans New Building For Shuffleboard Complex

There's good news for Ocean City's shuffleboard players. The old building at the shuffleboard courts at Sixth Street will be …

Library Hosts Author Nicole Eustace in Virtual Talk

You’re invited to explore early American history during an online conversation Wednesday, Dec. 14, at 12 noon with Pulitzer Prize …

Friday, December 9

Ocean City Doctor Fulfills Dream by Opening His Own Office

Ocean City native Dr. Jason Chew didn’t earn his medical degree with the notion of moving away from home to …

Craig Carmoney Discusses the Best Educational Family Vacations

Craig Carmoney works as a school Superintendent and enjoys taking educational trips with his family. In the following article, Craig …

Tamme McCauley Discusses the Most Popular Holiday Food Trends

Tamme McCauley of Pacific Palisades is an entrepreneur and food connoisseur. In the following article, Tamme McCauley discusses popular holiday …

Thursday, December 8

Ocean City Condo Offers Stunning Views, Great Amenities

From sunrise to sunset, a newly renovated, sunny corner condo at 4700 West Avenue features views of the ocean and …

Ocean City AARP Chapter 1062 to Host Holiday Party

On Dec. 16 at 1 p.m. OCNJ AARP Chapter 1062 will host a Holiday Celebration at the Ocean City Free …

Dr. Bobby Kato of CT Discusses Current Mental Health News, Trending Topics, And Research

Dr. Bobby Kato has worked in healthcare for over 20 years as an administrator, consultant, and provider. In the following …

Wednesday, December 7

City Reverses Plans for $2M. Scoreboard

Ocean City High School's Carey Stadium will soon be getting a new scoreboard. But it won’t be quite as elaborate …

Robert Bremer of Ohio Discusses Spirit Guides Across Cultures

Robert Bremer of Ohio is certified hypnotherapist, reflexologist, and podcaster who covers topics from healing to spirituality. In his research …

Aurora Paradisis Discusses NFT Aggregator Platforms

Aurora Kim Paradisis is an executive leader and entrepreneur. In the following article, Aurora Paradisis discusses a trader’s best friend …

Tuesday, December 6

Ocean City’s Chris Pannullo’s Streak Ends on “Jeopardy!”

Cris Pannullo’s winning streak finally came to an end on “Jeopardy!” Tuesday night. Although the Ocean City resident looked indestructible …

Ocean City to Sponsor Holiday House Decorating Contest

Registration is open for the annual Holiday House Decorating Contest in Ocean City. The contest encourages everybody to get in …

Scott Capelin of Australia Discusses the Rise of Reformer Pilates in the Wellness Industry

Scott Capelin of Australia is the founder and owner of inLIFE Wellness, a Reformer Pilates and Group exercises studio providing …

Dr. David Weinstock of Arizona Discusses Top Travel Destinations to Ring in the New Year

Dr. David Weinstock of Arizona is a licensed psychologist and former attorney who enjoys traveling in his spare time. In …

Monday, December 5

Holiday Tree Highlights Generosity of Ocean City Community

There is a Christmas tree in the lobby of the Ocean City Community Center with a name that reflects the …

Admission Buttons on Sale for First Night Ocean City

Come celebrate a family-friendly New Year's Eve in Ocean City. First Night offers more than 70 opportunities to catch 30 …

Juan De Borbon Explains How Technology is Transforming Clinical Trials

Juan De Borbon is a clinical research specialist working with Paradigm Clinical Research in California. In the following article, the …

RESILIENT CONSUMERS HAVE NOT SAVED RETAIL STOCKS

Economic and corporate data support the initial strong reads on holiday retail sales despite the macro headwinds, reinforcing the idea …

Shayne Shayer Provides Holiday Hair Tips

Shayne Shayer knows that the holiday season brings an increase in business for beauty salons across the country. Whether it’s …

Algorithmictrading.net Reviews Why Investors Need Tech-Savvy Tools in Such a Wild Market

Algoithmictrading.net reviews why investors should start using algorithmic trading to stay ahead of the curve.

John Myungjune Kim Discusses Recent Science and Technology News

John Myunghune Kim, also known as John Kim of UCLA is a sales manager at a biotech start up in …

Ryan Terbush of Hampden, MA Discusses the Latest Innovations in Home Appliances

Ryan Terbush of Holland, MA is an appliance industry sales consultant. In the following article, Ryan Terbush discusses the latest …

Sunday, December 4

Santa, Mrs. Claus Highlight Community Center Festival

The Ocean City Community Center was filled with holiday cheer on Sunday afternoon when Santa, Mrs. Claus, a stilt walker …

Saturday, December 3

Families Enjoy Model Train Show in Ocean City

Hunter McGovern, of Pilesgrove, N.J., is just 3 and he already knows what he likes – trains – trains and …

Friday, December 2

Crowds Enjoy Ocean City Christmas Parade

The Grinch gave Santa Claus a bit of competition Friday night at Ocean City’s annual Christmas Parade, making his grumpy …

Ocean City Play Group Open to Children Ages 3 to 5

Errands to run? Chores to get done? Just want your child to have some fun?! Little Rec’ers is a play …

Freedman Normand Friedland LLP, Formerly Roche Freedman LLP’s Helps Client Avoid Jail Time

Thanks to the relatively minor scale of the fraud, as well as efforts on behalf of Gallagher’s attorneys, Freedman Normand …

Ocean City Realtor Donates $3 Million for New Airport Terminal

Berger Realty owner Leon Grisbaum, an avid pilot who has been flying for nearly 75 years, is donating $3 million …

Thursday, December 1

Landmark Moorlyn Theatre to Reopen For Movies

Three businessmen bought the long shuttered iconic Moorlyn Theatre in Ocean City. They will not build condos on the prime …

Stuart Simonsen Discusses Investing in Gold Heading into 2023 and Beyond

Stuart Simonsen of Billings, MT is a serial entrepreneur, portfolio manager, and investor. In the following article, Stu Simonsen discusses …