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Monday, January 31

Ocean City Digs Out After Major Storm

Ocean City officials planned for a major storm. And when the blizzard hit Friday night, a city team worked around …

Environmental Fun Day Feb. 19

The Ocean City Environmental Commission will sponsor a free family-friendly Nature and Environmental Fun Day 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. …

Benefits of Hiring a Professional Pest Exterminator

When there are pests in your home, the first thing you try to do is drive them away with whatever …

Sunday, January 30

Business Volunteers Needed For OCHS Career Day

The Ocean City High School is hosting a Career/Job Fair in February and is seeking local businesses to participate. "This …

Mayor's Storm Update: Jan. 30

Public Works crews have been working in shifts around the clock, and Ocean City has called in extra equipment and …

Saturday, January 29

Blizzard Slams Ocean City

A typical winter day in Ocean City may include some Boardwalk strollers and residents going about their business of shopping …

Mayor’s Storm Update: Jan. 29

Mayor Jay Gillian gives an update on Ocean City's response to the major coastal storm.

Friday, January 28

Ocean City Braces For Blizzard

People did their last-minute errands Friday, second homeowners checked on their houses and residents got ready for the storm by …

Ocean City Police Officer Charged With Stalking

Cape May County Prosecutor Jeffrey H. Sutherland and Chief of Detectives Paul Skill announced the arrest of Jacob M. Harris, …

Mayor's Storm Update: Jan. 28

Mayor Jay Gillian gives an update on Ocean City's storm preparations.

Special Weather Statement: Blizzard Warning

A National Weather Service alert has been upgraded to a Blizzard Warning in effect for Ocean City from 7 p.m. …

Ocean City's "Rock Star" is Staying Put

Ocean City is unwilling to share its “rock star” chief financial officer with another town – even on a temporary …

Thursday, January 27

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Special Weather Statement: Storm Watch

The National Weather Service issued a Winter Storm Watch in effect for Ocean City from 7 p.m. Friday through 7 …

Representatives Give Report on Search for School District Superintendent

The Ocean City School District is getting closer to narrowing down what strengths and characteristics will be most important in …

Wednesday, January 26

Arts Center Presents "Social Listening" Forum on Jazz Vocalists Feb. 12

Dedicated to the concept of social listening and learning with discussion in a relaxed group setting, “Hear, Here! The Listening …

Nova Science Publishers Launches Unique Book on FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022

Football fans all over the world were surprised to hear that Qatar would be hosting the FIFA World Cup in …

Tuesday, January 25

Shuttle Service Considered for Ocean City

Shopping, dining, the Boardwalk, the beaches and everything in between that makes Ocean City a premier vacation resort may get …

Randazzo’s Hosting After-Prom Fundraiser

Dine in or take out Wednesday at Randazzo’s Pizzeria & Family Restaurant in Ocean City and support the Ocean City …

Local Writer to Teach How to Write Essays

Join writer Eva Feeley, of Sea Isle City, for a virtual four-week workshop hosted by the Ocean City Free Public …

Monday, January 24

Ocean City Photographer’s Images Featured in International Exhibit

Some of the best photographs are not touched up. They are not cropped. There is no pixel manipulation. They are …

Ocean City Pops to Perform Free Concerts for Fourth of July

After a successful debut at Carey Stadium last summer, the Ocean City Pops will return to the venue with two …

Sunday, January 23

Gillian Announces Re-election Bid for Mayor

Mayor Jay Gillian touted his accomplishments ranging from Ocean City’s recovery efforts after Hurricane Sandy to the ongoing response to …

Saturday, January 22

Owners Say GG’s Dry Cleaners May Reopen Soon

The owners of GG's Diamond Cleaners say they hope to reopen their downtown business by the end of the month. …

Friday, January 21

Hundreds of Horseshoe Crabs Discovered on Ocean City Beach

Linda Boris, of Mays Landing, enjoys walks along the beach in Ocean City once a week for the past six …

Young OC Hoopsters Shine at Tournament

Ocean City has always been a great basketball town, and if the recent MLK Day 3 on 3 Hoop Fest …

Mayor’s Message: Jan. 21

ar Friends, I spoke with the president of Shore Medical Center today, and he provided an update on COVID cases …

Andrew James Lodge MD on Mistakes All First-Time Dog Owners Should Avoid

Andrew James Lodge MD, a Labradoodle owner, knows first-hand the challenges of being a first-time dog owner. Although Labradoodles have …

Thursday, January 20

Cape May County Bridge Commission Approves Toll Increase

The Cape May County Bridge Commission, emphasizing the need for more revenue to maintain its network of aging bridges, approved …

Cape May County Chamber of Commerce President Retiring

After more than three decades of service, the Cape May County Chamber of Commerce is bidding a bittersweet farewell to …

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Wednesday, January 19

Ocean City Entryway May Be Raised For Flood Protection

Hoping to protect traffic from floodwaters seeping out of the marshlands, Cape May County has plans to elevate a vital …

Tickets on Sale For Ocean City’s 2022 Summer Concert Series

The 28th season of the Ocean City Music Pier Summer Concert Series is starting to take shape, and tickets are …

Lorie Nachlis Discusses Recent Family Law Matters in the News

Lorie Nachlis is a family law attorney with Nachlis Freeman LLP in San Francisco, CA. Below, Attorney Nachlis takes a …

Philip Pignato on Web Design Trends for 2022

A digital renaissance has taken place in recent years in website design. Website traffic is at a historic high as …

Tuesday, January 18

Plans Advance for 60-Unit Housing Complex in Ocean City

Ocean City’s public housing authority Tuesday approved a series of preliminary steps that represent a crucial part of plans to …

83-Year-Old Ocean City Man Dies After Collision With SUV

An Ocean City pedestrian died as a result of a collision with a motor vehicle at 11:28 a.m. Jan. 13. …

Calvin Simmons On How Best to Prepare for a State Park Thru-Hike

Today, hiking is an activity enjoyed by roughly 50 million Americans each year. Although many Americans enjoy day-hiking with their …

Leigh Morgan of Seattle Discusses the State of Social Enterprise

Leigh Morgan of Seattle is a global executive currently serving as Chief Strategy and Operating Officer at Nia Tero Foundation. …

Monday, January 17

Ocean City’s Martin Luther King Ceremony Highlights Call For Unity

Rev. Gregory Johnson, of Shiloh Baptist Church, delivered a message that there is much to be done to end hatred, …

Urban Spaces Breaks New Ground with New HQ

Paul Ognibene, the CEO of Cambridge-based Urban Spaces, is known as a developer who can “see around corners.” Indeed, the …

Sunday, January 16

Jilly’s Hosting Fundraisers For GG’s Cleaners

The local community continues to show support for the owners of GG’s Diamond Cleaners, after a Jan. 3 winter storm …

Special Weather Statement: Flood Advisory

The National Weather Service issued a Coastal Flood Advisory for Ocean City in effect from 5 a.m. to 11 a.m. …

Saturday, January 15

Library Renovation Expected to Start in Fall

A much-anticipated renovation project to the more than 30-year-old library building is going to be underway in the near future. …

Berkshire Hathaway Honors Sales Associates

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

Friday, January 14

Two "Homegrown Guys" Joining Ocean City Police Department

Their black shoes were polished to a high gloss. Their silver badges glistened in the auditorium lights. Their light blue …

O.C. Girls Basketball Loses to Middle Twp.

The Ocean City girls basketball team went to the wire with visiting Middle Township in a tight 46-43 loss Friday …

Mayor’s Message: Jan. 14

Mayor Jay Gillian says Ocean City will commission a study on possibly building a parking deck in town. The study …

Ocean City to Study Possibility of Building Parking Garages

Mayor Jay Gillian announced plans for Ocean City to have a consulting firm study potential locations for the construction of …

Thursday, January 13

AARP to Host “Livable Communities/Aging in Place” Forum Jan. 21

Krista Fitzsimmons, of the Cape May County Division of Aging, will present information on services that her agency provides to …

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Robert Rogal Explains: What Drives the Price of NFTs?

Robert Rogal is the Director of the Ro Gallery, a fine art gallery and auction house in New York. Mr. …

Catherine Lucille Hlavenka Provides an Overview of Alzheimer’s Disease

Today, scientists, neurologists, and doctors still know very little about the brain. The study of the human brain is especially …

Wednesday, January 12

Ocean City Officials Urge Homeowners to Winterize

Winter weather, when temperatures dip into the teens, as they have recently, can mean trouble for homeowners. Ocean City officials …

Atlantic Sea Scallop Group Calls on BOEM to Ensure "Mutual Prosperity" of Fisheries and Offshore Wind Industries

Today, the Bureau of Ocean Energy Management (BOEM) announced it will conduct a wind lease auction for 480,000 acres of …

Community Invited to Vaping Awareness Presentation Feb. 9

The Ocean City community is invited to attend "Seeing Through the Smoke," a vaping awareness presentation by Robert Hackenson Jr., …

Tuesday, January 11

Boardwalk Businesses Already Seeking Summer Help

Some of Ocean City's Boardwalk businesses are getting an early jump on their hiring this year to make sure they …

U.S. SEAFOOD ORGANIZATIONS RECOMMEND STEPS TO REDUCE IMPACTS FROM OFFSHORE WIND ENERGY

On Friday, January 7, 2022, Responsible Offshore Development Alliance (RODA), along with many other commercial fishing associations and businesses across …

Boy Scout Troop 32 Fundraiser on Jan. 12

Dine in or take out at Randazzo’s Pizzeria at 34th Street and Asbury Avenue in Ocean City on Wednesday, Jan. …

“OC Talks!” Hosts Virtual Session on Accessibility

The Ocean City Division of Social Services will present a free virtual discussion on accessibility in the community at 6 …

The Pros and Cons of a Home Warranty

Are you on the fence about buying a New Jersey home warranty? After reviewing the pros and cons, you’ll have …

Monday, January 10

O.C. Primary School Students Tackle the "Super Bowl" of Reading Contests

Ahlanah Kelly, a third grader at the Ocean City Primary School, held an oversized children’s book in her tiny hands. …

Ocean City to Celebrate MLK Day on Jan. 17

Ocean City will celebrate the life and legaacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on Monday, Jan. 17. The ceremony …

Hussain Al Nowais, Titan of Management and Entrepreneurship

Hussain Jasim Al Nowais, a highly respected businessman, is among the pioneers in the business and finance sector in the …

New Jersey gambling: more than just Ocean City

Outside Nevada, the state of New Jersey – and Atlantic City in particular – has long been considered the leading …

Sunday, January 9

Ocean City Residents Preserving History of Old Homes

People who choose to live in an old home, or a historic one, take on the responsibilities and sometimes challenges …

Cape May County Zoo Welcomes Condor

The Cape May County Zoo is excited to announce the recent arrival of a very special guest from Philadelphia – …

Saturday, January 8

For 2022, Ocean City to Host Major Lineup of Events

With the return of favorite events and a couple of new ones, Ocean City promises a year filled with all …

Friday, January 7

Ocean City Airport Improvements Take Flight

Ocean City Municipal Airport recently received a $110,000 federal grant and is in the process of deciding how the money …

Mayor’s Message: Jan. 7

Mayor Jay Gillian is inviting the public to attend Ocean City's annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day celebration. The …

Dr. David Zagzag Discusses the Most Common Neurodegenerative Diseases among Americans

Dr. David Zagzag is the Chief of the Division of Neuropathology at NYU Langone Health and a Professor of Pathology …

Jordan Oelschlager Discusses Recent Healthcare Acquisitions

Jordan Oelschlager is a healthcare executive working primarily in physician management and is a frequent contributor to industry publications. In …

Thomas Randolph Shkrabuik Discusses Hypersonic Technology Developing at High Speed in U.S.

Thomas Randolph Shkrabuik is a technology writer who’s been covering the hypersonic flight race, and below he explains some of …

Closings and Delays Amid Storm

The Howard S. Stainton Senior Center located in the Community Center is closed Friday due to the winter storm. The …

Thursday, January 6

Community Offers Support to Ocean City Business After Roof Collapse

The strength of a community could be judged by the outpouring of support residents and business owners give to those …

Special Weather Statement: Storm Advisory

The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Weather Advisory in effect for Ocean City from 10 p.m. Thursday through …

Jay Roberts of Prosper Group Discusses the Hot Tampa Real Estate Market

Like most of the country, Tampa has been experiencing a robust real estate market even during such an uncertain economy. …

Brooke Beyma Discusses the School Staffing Crisis

School staffing has been a hot button topic across the country for years now. The shortage is more prevalent in …

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Leadership Swap on Board of Education

School Board President Joseph Clark and Vice President Patrick Kane switched roles during an Ocean City Board of Education reorganization …

Wednesday, January 5

Colony Club Participates in Wreaths Across America

For the second consecutive year, The Colony Club of Ocean City honored the service of area veterans by placing wreaths …

Local Animal Rescues Join Up to Help Cats

Two local animal welfare nonprofit organizations, S.O.S. (Sea Isle Cats) and Cape Atlantic Cats out of Ocean City are working …

Sturdy Savings Bank Celebrates a Century of Service

Sturdy Savings Bank is celebrating 100 years of providing personalized banking services to the communities it serves, including Somers Point.

Kevin Clor Discusses Recent News in Inventory Management

As we head into 2022, so does the ever-changing world of inventory management. Kevin Clor is an expert in this …

Michael Rashid on the Core Concepts of Urban Planning

Michael Rashid has worked extensively with urban planning departments in several US cities and below he discusses how the most …

Avery Lipman Net Worth Special Report on Toll Brothers Builders

Avery Lipman is a Net Worth specialist who analyzes publicly-traded and closely-held companies with at least a $20 million market …

Tuesday, January 4

After 14 Inches of Snow, Cleanup Begins

There was a lot of snow shoveling during a monumental cleanup from Monday's major storm. There was also some fun. …

Mayor's Storm Update: Jan. 4

Ocean City's Public Works crews have been working around-the-clock since the day before the storm and made great progress under …

Nova Science Publishers Inc. Discusses News from the Publishing Industry

Nova Science Publishers, Inc. is a publisher of science and technology books, encyclopedias, and other academic literature. Below, Nova Science …

Kevin Burge on the Best Places to Watch Sports in North Carolina

Kevin Burge is a sports writer and fan from North Carolina who’s particularly fond of the Charlotte Hornets, Carolina Panthers, …

Monday, January 3

Storm Unleashes Snow, Sleet and Flooding

The first winter storm of the season brought wind gusts of 35 mph, flooding and a steady, heavy wet snow …

Mayor’s Storm Update

Mayor Jay Gillian provides an update on Monday's snowstorm.

Winter Storm Hits Ocean City

Snow kept falling in Ocean City and throughout the region Monday morning, leaving roadways slick and many closures from schools …

John Beall of Rise Bodyworks Breaks Down Nutrition: Understanding Macronutrients

This year, the most popular New Years’ resolution was once again fitness-related. As many Americans return to counting calories and …

Sunday, January 2

Condo Complex Elevation Going Smoothly

A major project to elevate Ocean Aire Condominiums, a complex in Ocean City’s south end plagued by flooding for years, …

Ocean City Schools Closed Monday

The Ocean City School District announced Sunday night that due to the impending winter storm predicted for Monday, all schools …

Special Weather Statement: Storm Watch

The National Weather Service has issued a Coastal Flood Watch and a Winter Storm Watch in effect for Ocean City …

Saturday, January 1

Revelers Take "the Plunge" for New Year

This was not what you would call a conventional, family-style celebration on New Year’s Day for the Haydens. Nor for …