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Thursday, June 30

Expert Sailor Opens Point Sailing School

Tyler Myers was just 12 years old and already his skill and talent for sailing were getting noticed. Myers, of …

Three Swimmers Rescued in Ocean City Waters

The Ocean City Beach Patrol made three rescues, all after hours, Thursday evening. At 6:30 p.m. a father and son, …

New 4-Way Stops Installed at Two Intersections

Four-way stop signs have been installed at two intersections along Simpson Avenue in Ocean City. Details follow.

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Neal Hutchins Lockhart on Why Colleges are Removing Student Loans from Financial Aid Packages

Neal Hutchins Lockhart is a business and finance executive and writes for many online publications. In the article below, Neal …

Ghada Sadaka Discusses Medical Advancements for Treating Crohn’s and Colitis

Ghada Sadaka is a retired principal and spends her free time doing volunteer work, specifically within the Crohn’s and Colitis …

Wednesday, June 29

Jason Kelce Gets Rock Star-Like Reception in Sea Isle

Jason Kelce faced an adoring crowd every bit as tenacious as the defensive linemen the Eagles All-Pro and Pro-Bowl center …

Dredging at South Harbor to Start Friday

Work to clear sediment from a shallow area of South Harbor will begin on Friday, July 1, and continue through …

Greg and Erin Smalley, the King’s Brass Coming to Ocean City Tabernacle

The Ocean City Tabernacle welcomes Focus on the Family’s Greg and Erin Smalley to speak at the 8:30 a.m. traditional …

Tuesday, June 28

Ocean City Says No to Sewage From Neighboring Community

Ocean City is sending a clear message to Upper Township – keep your sewage. City Council approved a resolution June …

Chip Miller Amyloidosis Foundation to Host Surf Fest July 29

The Chip Miller Amyloidosis Foundation (CMAF) will host Surf Fest, the Slide for Amyloidosis, and the Taste of OC on …

Anne Deane on Visible Evidence of Climate Change in The Great Barrier Reef

Anne Deane of Boston, MA, works extensively with her brother, Carl Deane on green initiatives to lessen our impact on …

Has Disney Ruined Star Wars? Jacob Schoeneberger Discusses

Jacob Schoeneberger knows that no one is a stricter Star Wars critic than a diehard Star Wars fan. It is …

Monday, June 27

Mighty Heron Charters Specializes in Family-Friendly Fishing Trips

Michael Doebley probably knows the back bays, channels and other waterways around Atlantic and Cape May counties as well as …

Ron Foster Discusses Advancements in Renewable Energy Technology

Ron Foster of Energy Quest discusses advancements in renewable energy technologies. Ron Foster has over 35 years’ experience in heavy …

Fourth of July Events in Ocean City

Fireworks will culminate Ocean City’s Fourth of July festivities at 9 p.m. Monday, July 4. The display will cap off …

RELIEF AT THE PUMP AND FOR PORTFOLIOS?

2022 has been rough all-around for the American consumer. Not only are we battling decades-high inflation, but investors’ portfolios are …

Sunday, June 26

Ocean City Fishing Trip Benefits Families with Disabilities

Kaden Ireland, of Galloway Township, isn’t a professional fisherman. He doesn’t even fish a lot. But on Sunday, as he …

Saturday, June 25

Yesterday's Restaurant Transformed Into Sports Bar

First, he hoisted a big glass of beer in a celebratory toast. Then he wielded an oversized pair of scissors …

Night in Venice Weekend Adds Motown Concert and Dancing "Stars"

Ocean City announced a new concert to add to the festivities on Night in Venice Weekend July 22 to 24. …

Friday, June 24

Ocean City Continues Battle Against Offshore Wind Farm

Ocean City intensified its fight against a proposed ocean wind energy farm by criticizing plans by the project’s developer to …

Mayor's Message: June 24

Mayor Jay Gillian is urging Ocean City residents to read a newly released environmental impact study about the proposed wind …

Bike Parades to Highlight Fourth of July Fun

Ocean City’s Fourth of July Weekend celebration will include two bike parades at opposite ends of the island. Everybody is …

Ocean City Councilman Keith Hartzell Says Goodbye

Struggling to hold back tears at times, Councilman Keith Hartzell bade an emotional farewell Thursday night while closing out his …

Thursday, June 23

OCTC to Celebrate Anniversary With "Broadway on the Boardwalk"

Summer 2022 is the Greater Ocean City Theatre Company’s 15th official season. The company is kicking things off with a …

Shabi Jafri Discusses the Best Way to Spend a Weekend in Santa Monica

Shabi Jafri explains the arresting beauty of Santa Monica, explores the various things to do, and how to make the …

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Wednesday, June 22

Tantalizing Treats Delight at Farmers Market

Plump, ripe tomatoes, giant carrots, heaping handfuls of romaine lettuce and homemade pies and jams were just some of the …

Swing Band Joins O.C. Pops for Season Opener

The Ocean City Pops Orchestra will open its 2022 summer season with a special show featuring the swing band Big …

Tommye Sutton Explains How Philanthropy is Still Alive and Well

Tommye Sutton of Chicago, Illinois is a philanthropist, entrepreneur and networking professional. Tommye Sutton discusses how, although we may not …

Sheila Walsh to Speak, Sing at Ocean City Tabernacle

The Ocean City Tabernacle welcomes popular conference speaker and recording artist Sheila Walsh to speak in the 8:30 a.m. traditional …

Michael Arnold Examines if Airbnb are Real Estate Goldmines

Michael Arnold is a Los Angeles real estate professional and entrepreneur. In the following article, Michael Arnold discusses the arresting …

Tuesday, June 21

O.C. District Seeks Candidates for High School Principal

The Ocean City School District is looking to hire a person for a key position in the district – high …

Common Pests You Will Find This Summer

Summertime is bug time here in New Jersey. Learn about your bug enemies and protect yourself from swarms of summer …

BEAR MARKET Q&A

This year has been tough for investors, not just because stocks have fallen but also because bonds have not helped …

John S. Morgan, Attorney in Beaumont, Texas answers Do You Need a Personal Injury Attorney?

John S. Morgan is an attorney in Beaumont, Texas handling personal injury claims. Attorney Morgan has decades of experience in …

Reed Pirain on Why Pittsburgh is Rated the Best Metro Area for First Time Home Buyers

Reed Pirain is native to Pittsburgh and grew up in the South Hills. Reed Pirain has sold over 150 million …

Monday, June 20

Tahiti Inn, Related Property on Market for $13.5 Million

The Tahiti Inn and related property are up for sale for $13.5 million. The Gallelli family has owned the Tahiti …

Hoy’s 5&10: Your Store for “Everything”

Hoy’s 5&10 has everything under the sun, and new items arrive daily. It is not your typical 5&10 store, but …

Karl Tilleman on How to Make a Return to Basketball After an Injury

Karl Tilleman is a record-setting two-time Olympian for Canadian basketball and knows the challenges that come from dealing with sports …

Robot Heart: A History of Burning Man’s Most Famous Collective

Frank Fattori of New Jersey discusses in the article below Robot Heart and their most famous collective, Burning Man. Here, …

Sunday, June 19

Ocean City Beach Patrol Warns of Rip Currents

Rip currents, churned up waters from coastal storms and inexperienced swimmers are keeping Ocean City lifeguards busy this summer. Ocean …

Saturday, June 18

City to Launch Parking Garage Study

City Councilman and local businessman Jody Levchuk is convinced Ocean City needs a lot more parking – perhaps hundreds of …

Friday, June 17

Ocean City Police Plan to Ticket Reckless Bike Riders

Ocean City’s police chief is urging parents to keep their kids under control amid an increase in juveniles “recklessly” riding …

Mayor's Message: June 17

Mayor Jay Gillian announced Friday that the city solicitor will participate in oral arguments June 24 before the N.J. Board …

After Enjoying Incredible Growth, Greens and Grains Looks to Give back to Atlantic County Community

Greens and Grains was founded back in January of 2014. The business, now a thriving chain of plant-based restaurants serving …

Thursday, June 16

Ocean City High School Class of 2022 Celebrates Graduation

The Ocean City High School Class of 2022 graduated Thursday with distinction. Distinction not only in the academic and playing …

Register For O.C. Pops Summer Band Camp

Ocean City Pops is offering a weeklong camp where children and teenagers will have the opportunity to play along with …

Janet Whittier of Sacramento on Getting Started with Open Water Swimming

Janet Whittier of Sacramento is a seasoned open water swimmer who has swum from Alcatraz to the San Francisco Aquatic …

Gina Argento of New York Explains What To Do At The Brooklyn Film Festival

Gina Argento of New York is President and CEO at Broadway Stages, Ltd. As one of New York’s largest film, …

George McCaw Discusses What Makes a Great Startup Ecosystem

George McCaw of Alabama is an entrepreneur, investor and philanthropist. In the article below, Mr. McCaw discusses what makes a …

Erik Davis Harp Discusses Astrophotography for Beginners

Erik Davis Harp of Florida is just like anyone with a deep love of photographing space. He has dreamed of …

Brian Thuer on Getting Started with Investing in Art

Brian Thuer is an entrepreneur in West Chester, PA who writes about alternative investment vehicles. In other articles Brian Thuer …

Wednesday, June 15

Local Resident Born in Ukraine Fears for Family’s Safety

It is easy to view a foreign conflict as a distant engagement between two opposing countries, and to forget that …

Bestselling Author Gary Chapman to Speak at Ocean City Tabernacle

The Ocean City Tabernacle welcomes author, speaker and counselor Gary Chapman to speak at the 8:30 a.m. traditional and 10:30 …

Tuesday, June 14

O.C. Education Foundation Has Banner Year of Giving

To say that the Ocean City Education Foundation (OCEF) has had a busy year helping the school community may be …

Summer Book Sale at Ocean City Library

The Friends and Volunteers of the Ocean City Free Public Library will host its Summer 2022 two-day book sale. The …

Special Weather Statement: Coastal Flood Advisory

The National Weather Service issued a Coastal Flood Advisory for Ocean City in effect from 7 p.m. Tuesday to 1 …

Monday, June 13

O.C. Library Puts Focus on Safety in Wake of Mass Shootings

In response to mass shootings sweeping the country in recent months, Ocean City Free Public Library officials want to strengthen …

Health & Wellness Expo, Unity Concert Highlight Weekend

The Ocean City Health & Wellness Expo on Saturday will feature a special appearance by Robert Cheeke, an athlete and …

IS THE 60/40 PORTFOLIO DEAD?

This year has been tough for investors, not just because stocks have fallen but also because bonds have not helped …

Sunday, June 12

Ocean City Vacationers Pack in Fun

Vacationers were determined to make the most out Sunday, despite clouds and some rain. In fact, they did just about …

Saturday, June 11

Ocean City Marchers Rally Against Gun Violence

Hundreds of people marched across the Ninth Street Bridge in Ocean City on Saturday to take a stand against gun …

Friday, June 10

Ocean City Looks to Stop Rowdy Teens

Ocean City is dealing with an escalation of underage drinking and fighting by rowdy groups of teenagers that have turned …

Red Raiders Fall Short in S.J. Group III Championship

The defending New Jersey State Champion Ocean City High School baseball team had another stellar season, finishing with a 19-9 …

Updated List of O.C. Guarded Beaches

The Ocean City Beach Patrol releases an updated list of the beaches that will be protected by lifeguards. The list …

Villanova’s Jay Wright to Join Night in Venice as Grand Marshal

Recently retired Villanova University men’s basketball coach Jay Wright and his wife, Patty, will be grand marshals of the 2022 …

City Council Approves Revised Budget With Tax Increase

Voting 4-3 after a lengthy debate Thursday night, City Council approved an amended 2022 municipal budget that adds a $770,000 …

Thursday, June 9

Avery Adam Young of New Orleans Discusses Toastmasters International

Avery Adam Young of New Orleans was a member of Toastmasters International for three years winning many awards and earning …

Colony Club to Host Fashion Show

The Colony Club of Ocean City will present its 2022 Fashion Show luncheon and fundraiser on Sunday, June 12 at …

Wednesday, June 8

Ocean City Builds a Garden Fit For Monarchs

Ocean City is getting ready to welcome some monarchs. But not the type of royalty embodied by the late Grace …

Johnnie Moore to Speak at Ocean City Tabernacle

The Ocean City Tabernacle welcomes Johnnie Moore, advocate for human rights and religious freedom, to speak at the 8:30 a.m. …

U.S. Air Force Col. Jonathan Cartwright on Effective Personal Development Methods

U.S. Air Force Col. Jonathan Cartwright writes about leadership, the military, and organizational development. In the following article Colonel Jonathan …

Dr. Derek Steinbacher – the Practice and Approach

Dr. Derek Steinbacher is a board-certified aesthetic, reconstructive, and plastic surgeon, and a Fellow at the American College of Surgeons. …

Tuesday, June 7

Ocean City's Preseason Beach Tag Sales Are Strong

Ocean City's preseason beach tag sales for 2022 suggest that the city is primed for another banner summer. Preseason sales …

Van Drew, Alexander Win Congressional Primaries

U.S. Rep. Jeff Van Drew easily fended off two challengers to win the Republican nomination in South Jersey’s Second Congressional …

Night in Venice to Celebrate 67th Anniversary on July 23

Night in Venice will return to Ocean City for the 67th time at 6 p.m. Saturday, July 23, and registration …

Monday, June 6

GOP, Democratic Nominations up for Grabs in Primary Election

U.S. Rep. Jeff Van Drew will face two opponents Tuesday in the Republican primary for the Second Congressional District nomination. …

Skato With Kato 2022 Benefiting the Humane Society of Ocean City - Winners

This year's Skato With Kato event had about 30 competitors come out and support the Humane Society of Ocean City …

ECONOMY SLOWING BUT NOT SHRINKING

Many pundits are issuing recession warnings and saying the economy is heading for a hard landing. Amid the cacophony of …

Buddy Schum of Carbon County on the Arresting Allure of High-End House Flips

Buddy Schum has been awarded for the arresting design elements of his house remodels in Bucks County, and Carbon County …

LeSean McCoy on Getting Started in Real Estate Investing

LeSean McCoy and his girlfriend are focused on acquiring new properties in Harrisburg, PA and in the following article they …

Gary Begnaud Discusses What Financial Mistakes Younger Workers Should Avoid

Gary Begnaud of New Jersey, an Executive Vice President/Wealth Management, Financial Advisor at Begnaud Wealth Management Group of Janney Montgomery …

Sunday, June 5

Take it Slow for Turtles at the Shore

They are called "mascots" of South Jersey. They are reptiles, but they aren’t exactly feared like snakes. In fact, some …

Ocean City Library Loaning Out iPads

Ocean City Free Public Library patrons will now get to check out a NJ Health Connect iPad. The devices are …

Saturday, June 4

Flower Show Blossoms in Ocean City

After two years as a virtual event, the popular Ocean City Floral Show returned to the Music Pier featuring designs …

Friday, June 3

Butterfly Garden in Ocean City to Take Flight

The monarch butterfly is considered a major pollinator. And the distinctly colored insects with brilliant orange wings will be coming …

Wegman Partners on Transitioning from Government to Private Sector Law

Colby Wegman is the Founder of Wegman Partners, a legal search firm that places candidates ranging from the partner level …

Mayor’s Message: June 3

Mayor Jay Gillian reported Friday that Ocean City's full-time and seasonal police staffing is at the highest level ever heading …

Donald Long of Spartanburg SC on Local Government Management Consulting

Donald Long of Spartanburg, SC provides management assistance to elected and appointed officials in areas ranging from human resources to …

Thursday, June 2

Former Ocean City Lifeguard Arrested on Sex Assault Charges

A Pleasantville school teacher who worked as an Ocean City lifeguard was arrested Thursday on charges that he sexually assaulted …

Wednesday, June 1

Ocean City Financial Group Returns to Hosting In-Person Seminars

When it comes to money matters, especially in these uncertain times with drastic fluctuations in the stock market, inflation, college …

David Nasser to Speak at Ocean City Tabernacle

The Ocean City Tabernacle welcomes pastor, author and evangelist David Nasser to speak at the 8:30 a.m. traditional and 10:30 …

Scott Riker of the Maywood suburb of Newark Discusses Becoming a Certified Umpire

Scott Riker of the Maywood suburb of Newark, NJ is a certified umpire for softball and baseball, and a softball …