Q&A with Teachers of the Year
By DAVID NAHAN/Sentinel staff Helphenstine: It takes a whole team Ocean City Primary School Teacher of the Year: Mikenzie Helphenstine Subjects/Grade: Third grade. All subject areas. “We do it all in third grade.” Why did you decide to become a teacher? “That’s an easy question. I was officiating a field hockey game it was so […]
Flanders penthouse suite offers breathtaking views, opulent lifestyle at beach
By CRAIG D. SCHENCK/Sentinel staff OCEAN CITY — It’s like stepping back in time as you enter the lobby of the historic Flanders Hotel at 11th Street and the Boardwalk in America’s Greatest Family Resort. “Experience the ambience and architectural style of the period at the Flanders,” real estate agent John Walton said. “Enjoy its […]
Red Raider boys track is 8-1
SCROLL DOWN FOR FULL GALLERY ‘A nice surprise’ after starting season with unknowns By DAVID NAHAN/Sentinel staff OCEAN CITY – The Red Raider boys track and field team came into the season with a number of returning veterans, but also with a lot of unknowns after missing the 2020 season because of the COVID-19 pandemic […]
Conservative citizens must demand more from the GOP, leadership
When will enough Republicans of conscience step forward to ensure the future of our democracy? With rancor between the political parties, change can only come from within. We need a groundswell of conservative citizens – citizens who have full faith and trust in the Constitution – to send a clear message that continuing the false narrative […]
Barbara Catherine Weber, 88
Barbara Catherine Weber, age 88, passed away on Friday, May 21, 2021 in the comfort of her home. She was preceded in death by her parents, Walter and Florence Bezner and her infant sister, Doris. Barbara was born in Philadelphia, PA and graduated from Frankford High School. She later attended Penn State University and would […]
Phillies greats visit Red Raiders for segment of pregame show
Bowa, Manuel share advice on the game, life with Ocean City High School baseball team By ELIZABETH LITTLE and JACOB WEEKS OCEAN CITY — Ocean City High School baseball players got a surprise treat Wednesday, May 19, when legendary Major League Baseball players/managers Larry Bowa and Charlie Manuel stopped by the Fifth Street field to film […]
Red Raider laxers hand Holy Spirit its first loss
SCROLL DOWN FOR A FULL GALLERY OCEAN CITY – The Ocean City High School boys lacrosse team remains atop the American Conference in the Cape-Atlantic League with a 7-4 record after defeating Holy Spirit, 17-4, on May 11. Holy Spirit, which leads the National Conference, came into the game undefeated. The four losses the Red […]
Mustang boys lacrosse 6-4
SCROLL DOWN TO SEE A FULL GALLERY Lack of numbers is hampering team By CLYDE HUGHES/Special to the Sentinel LINWOOD – Mainland Regional lacrosse coach Clayton Smith makes no bones about how difficult this season has been for him and his usually successful squad this year. Of course, when you’re playing under a once-in-a-lifetime health […]
Mainland girls lacrosse won six straight games
After streak, they lost close match to powerhouse West Deptford, 12-10 By CLYDE HUGHES/Special to the Sentinel LINWOOD – The Mainland Regional girls lacrosse team entered this week on a six-game winning streak before losing on the road to perennial lacrosse power West Deptford 12-10 on Saturday. The 7-3 Mustangs appear to be on a […]
Police chief: Get used to smell of marijuana
New law: Officers can’t search those under 21, investigate based on odor By DAVID NAHAN/Sentinel staff OCEAN CITY – With changes in New Jersey’s marijuana laws combined with juvenile justice reform, Ocean City Police Chief Jay Prettyman wants the public’s patience and understanding. The new laws legalize the possession and use of marijuana and hashish […]